Nelson Vets - Saxton
At Nelson Vets - Saxton, we understand that your pet is more than just an animal; they are a family member. Our team, composed of experienced veterinarians who are passionate about animal care, is dedicated to providing world-class attention to ensure that your pet lives a happy and healthy life.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including advanced surgery, dental care, preventative care, behavioral consultations, and more, all in a comfortable and friendly environment. Our combined experience of over 100 years in the veterinary field allows us to provide empathetic and professional care.
Our clinic is conveniently located in Stoke, providing easy parking and extended hours. We also understand that medical care can be unexpected, which is why we offer various finance options to make the process easier for our clients.
When your pet needs urgent care, we are here to help. Visit us and discover why we are the preferred choice in Nelson.
Opening hours
- sunday: 10h-16h
- monday: (closed)
- tuesday: 8h-18h
- wednesday: 8h-18h
- thursday: 8h-18h
- friday: 8h-18h
- saturday: 8:30-16h
Our comment from InfoVet about Nelson Vets - Saxton:
A family-first approach with extensive veterinary expertise
Nelson Vets - Saxton treats pets not just as patients, but as cherished family members, a philosophy deeply appreciated by their clientele. The practice boasts a combined team with over 100 years of veterinary experience, constantly updating their skills through continuous education and modern protocols. This dedication is evident in their ability to provide compassionate, expert care that puts both animals and owners at ease, particularly during stressful or critical health moments.
Advanced surgical and specialized medical services
Recognized for their high level of medical capability, the clinic accepts referrals for complex surgical and medical cases. Their expertise covers a wide range of advanced procedures, including endoscopy, laparoscopic spays, orthopaedics, and advanced soft-tissue surgery. Additionally, they offer specialized services such as acupuncture and care for exotic animals, ensuring comprehensive treatment options for various pet needs.
Compassionate care and exceptional staff interaction
Clients consistently highlight the warmth, empathy, and professionalism of the veterinary and nursing teams. Veterinarians like Adam and Kelly are frequently praised for their thorough consultations, clear communication, and gentle handling of animals. Many owners note that their pets feel so comfortable and cared for that they often forget the clinical setting, describing the staff as "loving," "friendly," and genuinely invested in the well-being of every animal. The team also excels in providing emotional support to owners, going the extra mile during difficult times, such as end-of-life care.
Modern facilities and convenient access
The Saxton clinic features a brand-new, spacious, and light-filled environment designed to reduce stress for nervous pets. With easy off-street parking and convenient location between Richmond and Stoke, the practice ensures a hassle-free visit. The clinic is equipped with modern technology to support accurate diagnostics and effective treatment, complemented by a welcoming reception team that provides helpful advice on everything from nutrition to preventive care.
Nelson Vets - Saxton: Reviews
Negative experience: I cannot speak highly enough of the nurses and vets in this practice, however the corporate management layer running this business is awful and borderline incompetent. I recommend you take file notes of everything nurses and vets tell you , as their corporate staff will later try and relitigate. I have had three different people requesting three different and ever increasing amounts and this was to undo a discount their vet and nurse staff offered (At no stage did I request a discount). Accountants come in weeks later and try to claw back money. You have lost a regular customer who was happy until the corporates stepped in. I am taking my pets elsewhere.
Thank you for your positive comments about our veterinary and nursing team.
We are sorry this account matter has caused frustration. Our normal process is for medication to be paid for at the time of collection. When you raised concerns that you had not had enough medication to complete the course of one of them, we gave you a top up amount, reviewed the invoice and reduced it as a goodwill gesture.
The remaining balance (that was phoned about) related to the other medication that had been supplied at the time a few weeks ago, and we appreciate that this has now been paid.
Following up an outstanding amount is also a normal part of our process and was carried out by a member of our local team.
Nelson Vets is an independent, locally owned practice, and the people involved in your care and account are all members of our 100% Nelson based team.
Because this involves private details about your pet’s care and account, we are limited in what we can discuss publicly. We are pleased that you valued the care provided by our veterinary and nursing team, thank you.
Fantastic experience: Today we had to say goodbye to our lovely old Frankie, such a special little dog….her love was unconditional ! She’ll leave a hole in our hearts. Flo will miss her buddy and her mentoring on how to bark at anything that moves especially the neighbours cat across the road We know we have done the best thing for Frankie as she had so many things going on with her little insides. It was absolutely pain-free so a massive shout out to Nelson Vets - Saxton… thanks for all your advice and help over the years. ❤️
Fantastic experience: We drove up from down south to take our dog here for a laproscopic spey. Hands down the best decision. Recovery time was quick. Great service. Awesome Vets and Vet nurses. Thanks to Adam the Vet and the team for taking excellent care of our dog Pickle. Great communication and information throughout. They really care!
Fantastic experience: Great location, easy access. Kelly the veterinarian was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommended A+
Fantastic experience: Friendy and efficient service as always, highly recommended
Fantastic experience: Great clinic so much space you don't feel crammed into a little waiting area and this is great if you have a nervous pet making it easier to have your own area the staff are great and vets are wonderful
Fantastic experience: “ We can’t thank Adam and the team at Nelson Vets, Saxton enough! We call them the “dream team” for the incredible care we received for our GSP dog, Mac. The initial consultation with Adam was detailed, thorough & we left feeling confident we were making the right decision in what would be a tricky operation for Mac. The surgery went smoothly & we were notified of his progress. The follow-up care for Mac has been professional, compassionate & reassuring every step of the way. It’s clear to us the team truly care about the animals they treat. Mac’s recovery is going well. We highly recommend Nelson Vets Saxton! Jason & Jo-Anna McKay
Fantastic experience: Stanley highly rates his vet Kelly and staff at Nelson Vets - Saxton. They are all so nice and friendly and make me feel like one very special doggie whenever I visit the clinic. My parents are very happy bringing me here to as they know I am getting the best care.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend- amazing nurses & vets
Fantastic experience: Fantastic care for both pets and owners. Went out of their way.
Fantastic experience: Dr Steph literally saved our cat. We thought he was on his way out and she took so much time to ensure he stayed with us. I don't think most vets would have gone to the lengths she did. Grateful for this place!
Fantastic experience: I used to be a client at victory vets, I changed because I moved and I’ve recently brought a kitten. Moving our vets to Saxon’s was the best decision! They were so friendly and helpful! As a first time cat mum I was feeling anxious and overwhelmed but they made me feel totally at ease! The lady at reception was so helpful and friendly and gave us great advice on what kitten biscuits to get and our vet was through and also so helpful! Couldn’t recommend this veterinary clinic more!
Negative experience: I’m not happy with the vet nurse’s service. We told her our kitten is 10 weeks old and already booked for microchipping, but she still checked like she didn’t trust us. It made us feel like we stole the kitten or Picked up somewhere. Her attitude was unprofessional and made me uncomfortable. But the vet was very kind and gave great service.
Fantastic experience: Great vets and amazing service. Highly recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Always feel my boy is attended to and well cared for by experienced and expert professionals that REALLY care. Affordable and also don't over prescribe. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great veterinary services with caring, friendly staff. No matter what they have done to him, our boxer dog is always happy to go back for more!
Negative experience: Absolutely disgusting behavior from all staff, I was denied vet medical care due to the abuse I received from victory vets in 2021, I have had two of my cats desexed at nelson vets Saxton without issues and now that I have a kitten with swimmers syndrome I am being denied medical care for my two week old kitten. I have tried to file a complaint but instead was just yelled at and abused, they did not care or listen to my complaints nor did they apologize for the way I was treated in 2021 or today. I do not recommend nelson vets or victory vets as they are under the same management, in 2021 they abused me, bullied me, made me cry and stole my guinea pig and now are purposely making it more difficult for me to seek medical care for my pets. I was lied to by victory vets and they assumed I couldn't afford treatment and tests. They did not explain anything to me in person instead the " explained " it all on a Google review response after I left a negative review. Nelson seems to be the number 1 place with entitled bullies who have 0 respect for others. Victory vets then tried to charge me over $80 for a consultation which I refused because 1 you stole my guinea pig you bullied and degraded me and 2 I did not get a consultation, victory vets said there was nothing noticably wrong with her and they would need more testing. They did not give me a diagnosis they did not let me take her to a different vet, they tried to steal my carrier and things inside it like toys towels food and water bottle. It has been over 3 years and they are still bullying and harassing me by not allowing me to visit vets in my area
Positive experience: Prompt and efficient but lacked friendliness from vet. Front of storebfriendly.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad our team could help quickly and that you felt welcomed by our reception team. We understand how a friendly approach matters, especially in stressful moments, and we’ll keep your feedback in mind to improve. If there’s anything else we can help with, just let us know.
Fantastic experience: Great staff and service.
Thanks so much, we appreciate the kind words.
Fantastic experience: What a fantastic vet service this place is! We had to put our beloved dog down and they offered an in-home service where Kelly and her nurse came and made the whole experience so peaceful and lovely. When we received the ashes, we also got a handwritten card signed by all of the staff and a plaster heart with a print from her paw and nose as a keepsake. Talk about going the extra mile- thank you for the best care during a very sad time for our family.
Fantastic experience: Brilliant vet, gave my girl a full checkup, came up with a diagnosis without causing unnecessary stress, both financial and physiological! Thanks very much!
Glad we can help!
Fantastic experience: Receptionists are always lovely and very helpful! Adam did our young girls cruciate ligaments in both her back legs. He is an amazing vet! I would highly recommend these guys!
Fantastic experience: My dog loves going here, they always make a huge fuss over her, so much she forgets this is where she gets needles and operations
We're happy she likes to come and see us when she needs to! Thanks Odette.
Fantastic experience: The best team in the business.
Thanks Dani, appreciate it, we love being able to help.
Fantastic experience: Most professional team, next level service absolutely on point with care, empathy, time, communication follow up. Definitely happy to recommended.
Thanks for letting us know Paul, we're glad we could help.
Fantastic experience: Was amazing service to me and my dog Ari thankyous
Fantastic experience: Adam was an unbelievably good vet. Couldn’t ask for better care for my Lexi. Extremely empathetic, caring and thorough.
Fantastic experience: Very nice service
Fantastic experience: Very accommodating and friendly helpful staff. Was able to see my cat immediately when he had an abscess. Lovely new building with plenty light. Good parking
Fantastic experience: Taking care of my heart and soul, Floyd and Johnny
Fantastic experience: Awesome service, always know who you are when you call on the phone, they order in special cat food if it's not on the shelf !
Fantastic experience: Super professional team of vets and receptionists, who are always helpful and informative. Easy parking at door, easy to get appointments, new clean facilities, reasonable pricing. My dogs both love visiting the new Saxton clinic. My dog was happy for ultrasound with everyone so kind and friendly. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic clinic with loving staff!
Fantastic experience: Very caring an understanding staff that really love animals an also care for owner as well I felt very comfortable an satisfied an I will continue to take my pets there
Thank you so much for saying so Monique. Glad we can be here for you!
Fantastic experience: We're fantastic with our two cats. Great communication and very friendly
Fantastic experience: I had my dog fixed. They subsidized it. Which I appreciated. They looked after her so well. Very professional and friendly. I highly recommend them for any vet care
Thank you Maria for taking the time to review us. We are glad to be here to help :)
Positive experience: I am very happy I changed to Nelson Vets Saxton, Kelly is lovely and the girls on the front desk are awesome BUT the emergency service needs work, they advertise 24/7 but as they team up with other vets this service is not guaranteed. Today I rang at 7pm approx with an emergency to be directed to Stoke Vet. No one answered after I chose 1 it rang out. I had to phone another vet and I lost my beautiful boy, I have another pet still with this vet but am doing some soul searching as to whether we should go somewhere with REAL 24/7 care. I cant go through that again.
Fantastic experience: Always great
Fantastic experience: Amazing people make you fell welcome good access to get two
Fantastic experience: Absolutely awesome service, assisted me at the last minute with an appointment. Staff friendly, helpful and caring. Thank you
Thank you Nita, We are glad we could help.
Fantastic experience: Well mannered friendly staff great help and for answering all questions would recommend vet to anyone :-)
Thankyou Tanya for taking the time to recommend us! We are glad we can help when you need it.
Fantastic experience: Always such great care and attentiveness to my pup and I, very friendly staff that are always happy to help and answer any questions. Highly recommend ✨
Thank you for your compliments Tansy, hope pup is doing well!
Fantastic experience: Fabulous experience- spacious and clean, very friendly staff and competent vets. Great communication and follow-up. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I came here without an appointment just to ask if they were able to help. Thanks for helping my dog and his upset tummy. The recommendations and treatment provided worked very well and we were able to continue our travel. Receptionist was friendly, caring and helpful. Gave me the solution and provided with information on what to do if I need more help.
Fantastic experience: Lovely staff and knowledgeable vet
Fantastic experience: Best vets in town! Apart from Victory of course
Thanks Kate for appreciating us all!
Fantastic experience: Great vets always friendly and helpful
Fantastic experience: Awesome team, very helpful and lovely
Fantastic experience: It's brand new so everything looks fantastic the staff are welcoming, friendly and very helpful. The vets are very good and helpful. They explain things very well and you know your beloved pet is getting the best of treatment.
We are thrilled to hear your feedback about our team We aim to do those things you said. Thanks Darryl
Fantastic experience: Very modern well equipped facility complimented by its compassionate caring friendly staff.
Thank you Rick for taking time to write a review, we're pleased you felt well looked after!
Fantastic experience: This place is amazing, the care taken, the layout. Just a really great place.
Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Kelly and Adam at the Nelson veterinary clinic enough. Murphy would not be alive if it weren’t for them both. They have gone above and beyond to look after and accommodate both Murphy and myself. Adam’s surgery skills are incredible and achieved the best possible outcome I could’ve hoped for Murphy. Kelly’s knowledge of integrated veterinary medicine I believe has made the difference between not only Murphy still being here with us but also his quality of life. The difference in Murphy after having an acupuncture treatment is discernible. Thank you both and the rest of the team at Nelson Vets for your professional care, support and kindness.
Fantastic experience: The best place to take your beloved fur family members for expert care and attention.
Fantastic experience: Amazing new clinic. Great people.
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff, great premises. Great addition to the area.
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