Veterinary services for cattle, horses, sheep, pigs and other livestock
About Farm & Large-Animal Vets in Oxford
Updated January 2026
Oxford does not have veterinary services focused on farm or large animals.
As there are no clinics in Oxford offering services for farm or large animals, owners of such animals may need to look outside the town for specialized veterinary care. This focus on companion animals reflects the urban setting and the predominant pet ownership trends in the area.
There is 1 veterinary clinic listed for farm and large-animal vets in Oxford.
Top Rated Farm & Large-Animal Vets in Oxford
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## Summary
Companion Care (Oxford) Ltd trades as **Vets4Pets**, part of the **Vets4Pets** group (the practice website describes it as *locally owned*). The website positions the clinic as a **modern, well‑equipped practice** with in‑house diagnostics and surgical facilities, covering both routine care and more advanced procedures (for example orthopaedics and keyhole surgery). In the latest written reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe **calm handling of nervous or elderly pets** and **clear explanations at appointments**, including around a cat castration (drop-off/pick-up and questions answered in detail).
## Services
Services and facilities mentioned on the practice website include:
- **Surgery & anaesthesia:** soft tissue surgery, airway surgery, ear surgery, **cruciate surgery**, **fracture repair**, orthopaedics, **keyhole surgery**, operating theatre
- **Dentistry**
- **Cancer care:** chemotherapy & cancer treatment
- **Cardiology:** echocardiography
- **Diagnostics & monitoring:** digital X‑ray, ultrasound, blood pressure monitoring, tonopen (eye pressure testing)
- **In-house lab testing:** biochemistry, haematology, electrolyte assessment
- **Hospital facilities:** hospital ward, isolation unit, oxygen chamber
- **Routine/preventive care:** microchipping, nurse clinic, weight clinic, nutritional advice, prescriptions/medication
- **Travel paperwork:** pet passport / animal health certificate
- **Exotic pets:** exotic pet care; species handled listed as small animals and reptiles
- **Home visits** (listed on the website)
- **Separate cat & dog waiting areas** (listed on the website)
Emergency care (as stated on the website):
- **Out-of-hours emergency care is provided by Abingdon Veterinary Surgery.**
Other capability noted in clinic data:
- **Veterinary Nurse Training facility**
## People
Named in the latest written reviews:
- **Hannah** — mentioned for looking after an **elderly rescue dog**, with the owner highlighting a *warm welcome and patience* during appointments.
- **Zoe** — mentioned during a **cat castration** visit; described as collecting the cat calmly, **explaining everything in detail**, and **answering every question**.
- **Reception team** (not individually named) — repeatedly mentioned around **drop-off and pick-up**, described as friendly and helpful.
## Reviews
**Google rating: 4.7 stars from 153 reviews.**
**Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.**
- Owners repeatedly mention staff being **patient and gentle with anxious, nervous, or elderly pets** (examples include an elderly rescue dog and a nervous cat).
- **Clear communication** is a recurring point, including staff taking time to explain procedures and answer questions.
- Several reviewers describe **long-term use** of the practice (e.g., one owner mentions 8 years) and feeling reassured about their pet’s safety during care.
- One review specifically references a **cat castration** visit with positive drop-off/pick-up experience.
Why This Ranking:
Companion Care (Oxford) Ltd T/A Vets4Pets in Oxford has a 4.7 rating from 153 reviews, highlighting its experienced team and commitment to animal care. Its comprehensive service range and positive review sentiment make it a reliable choice for pet owners.
