Responsible Pet Ownership
Owning a pet is really fun but also a huge commitment. Whether you have a dog, cat, or rabbit, we've got you covered with our responsible pet ownership guides.
Please speak to our friendly staff to learn more about parking availability at our practice.
Our practice is open as usual and we're here to help. Please call to book a Covid secure appointment.
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours, 365 days a year
We’re here for you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have internal round-the-clock care at our 24-hour practice.
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Your vet in Dorchester
Led by Branch Partner Verity Griffiths, we're a kind and caring team based in Dorchester who are dedicated to delivering the best client and patient care. We offer a full range of veterinary services and facilities including advanced surgical techniques and excellent post-operative recovery care. We look forward to welcoming you to our practice and helping your pet lead a long and happy life.
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Orthopaedic referral service
Verity Griffiths has extensive experience in surgery and provides a number of advanced procedures. With the assistance of our diagnostic team and other surgeons we use digital radiography, ultrasound and arthroscopy to allow diagnosis of many challenging cases. We specialise in fracture repair, Cruciate Disease treatment, joint and spinal surgery.
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Hydrotherapy and Physiotherapy
At Medivet Dorchester we're proud to offer hydrotherapy and physiotherapy treatment. Physiotherapy is highly effective in relieving pain, restoring function and speeding up the recovery process. We also have an underwater treadmill and two qualified hydrotherapists. Find out more about hydrotherapy below.
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Dermatology
Our vet Rik Vanhoutteghem has a special interest and post graduate qualifications in Veterinary Dermatology allowing accurate diagnoses of skin diseases, effective treatment and improved outcomes for pets and their owners.
News
Dorchester Vet Saves Dog Who Swallowed a 9 inch Stick
A Dorchester vet has been hailed a hero after saving the life of a dog who swallowed a 9 inch stick.
Practice facilities
- Free Client Parking
Meet the team
Verity Griffiths
Partner and Veterinary Surgeon
Alex Best
Veterinary Surgeon
Valentin Chetrean
Veterinary Surgeon
Emma Heckford
Veterinary Surgeon
Ana Neves-De-Sousa
Night Veterinary Surgeon
Catherine Brown
Veterinary Surgeon
Fran Pike
Head Veterinary Nurse
Kristian Legg
Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse
Annabelle Rashley
Veterinary Nurse
Courtney Riley
Night Veterinary Nurse
Stacey Johnson
Night Veterinary Nurse
Sarah Crew
Student Veterinary Nurse
Sarah Lewis
Student Veterinary Nurse
Sophie Sargeant
Student Veterinary Nurse
Daniela Fusillo
Student Veterinary Nurse
Danielle Skeggs
Patient Care Assistant
Cheri Briggs
Head Client Care Assistant
Charlotte Towner
Client Care Assistant
Rebecca Bennett
Client Care Assistant
Eleanor Neville
Client Care Assistant
Vanessa Norris
Client Care Assistant
Martin Harvey
Client Care Assistant
Megan Rose Norton
Client Care Assistant
Services
- 15 Minute Consultations
- 24 Hour Intensive Care
- Acupuncture
- Animal Health Certificate (for pet travel)
- CT Imaging
- ECG
- Endoscopy
- Fleas, ticks and worming
- Hydrotherapy
- Keyhole Surgery
- Microchipping
- MRI Scans
- Neutering
- Ultrasound
- Vaccinations
- X-Rays
As well as our in-house services at Medivet 24 Hour Dorchester, you’ll also get access to all the services available across the entire Medivet group.
Reviews
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Sep 20, 2021
I can always rely on the practice to meet the needs of my dog as well as making me feel comfortable with the treatment. Super friendly staff.
Sep 15, 2021
Our little Matilda is finally back home after a few days at Southfield Vets, Dorchester. She seemed very poorly on Friday, early hours of the morning, so we made the call to take her to the emergency vet. We were a bit surprised to be told the out of hours vet was that far away especially so early in the morning. I've got to say, it was worth it. I could not praise them enough for the excellent care and level of service they provided during these tough few days. Every member of staff was so friendly, informative and caring. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you very much indeed. Here she is, looking and feeling a hell of a lot brighter.
Jul 20, 2021
Excellent out of hour service. Explained all was great with our rottie even though she was in pain and a bit grumpy. Thank you
Jun 8, 2021
My dog was bitten by an adder over the bank holiday weekend while we were on holiday in Dorset. I am a vet myself, so it was very frightening knowing how sick it could make her and not being at home near my work and vets I trust. I need not have worried, as she recieved fantastic care at Southfield vets. She was treated promptly, with compassion and the communication to me as an owner was wonderful. I felt totally at ease that she would be safe and well cared for and ao grayeful that they have overnight care on site. I was called in the evening and kept updated with her progress and the vets were kind and knowledgeable. The whole team were fantastic and despite being incredibly busy, they took the time to go that extra way. My insurance claim was submitted the day she was discharged which also helped reduce any extra stress of the whole experience. Thank you so much to the whole team. I would 100% recommend this vets... high praise from another vet!
May 24, 2021
Wonderful service. Wonderful people
May 17, 2021
The staff members are very friendly and reassuring of your concerns. You can see that they genuinely care for animals ( My dog wanted to stay and play, he loves being around lots of people) also there were no unnecessary add-on’s which may cost a lot on money. A great, caring and honest company.
May 17, 2021
So kind and compassionate kept me fully informed of what was going on. When you have to leave your pet, who is a close family member, in the care of others, you need to have complete trust confidence in their abilities. The team at Southfield Vets are that team! I cannot thank the whole enough for what they did. They saved my dog’s life.
Apr 23, 2021
The vet and Nurse were so helpful and understanding . We were very nervous and anxious but they treated Mollie and were able to take her home and she continues to improve . Thankyou M&D and big licks from Mollie
Apr 1, 2021
Nothing is too much trouble. The staff are friendly & love each animal as if they were their own. When you have to leave your pet at the vets it’s hard but knowing you’ve left them in great hands eases your worries.
Mar 22, 2021
Your knowledge, skill and empathy shown to us either while talking on the phone or by face to face contact makes us feel relaxed and confident our Bruce is in safe hands
Mar 1, 2021
Excellent service as always, very friendly staff and helpful
