Welcome to Ridge Referrals, a leading veterinary practice based in Dawlish, Devon, England. With a team of highly skilled veterinary professionals, Ridge Referrals is dedicated to providing top-quality care for pets of all kinds, including dogs and cats.
Owned and operated by Mr Patrick Ridge, a highly qualified veterinary surgeon with BVSc CertVR CertSAS MRCVS qualifications under his belt, Ridge Referrals is staffed by a team of experienced and friendly veterinary nurses. Together, the team at Ridge Referrals boasts a range of specialisms and expertise, ensuring that pets receive the best possible care, every time.
At Ridge Referrals, pets are treated as part of the family. The team understand how important pets are to their owners and work hard to provide a warm, welcoming environment that puts them and their owners at ease. With a range of facilities on offer, including ample client parking, disabled public access, and referrals only, Ridge Referrals is perfectly equipped to provide the highest standard of care for pets.
With a range of departments and specialisms, the team at Ridge Referrals are perfectly equipped to deal with pets of all kinds. From veterinary surgeons with years of experience treating a range of conditions, to skilled veterinary nurses able to provide expert care and attention, Ridge Referrals is committed to delivering the best possible care for pets.
One of the key areas of focus for Ridge Referrals is keeping pets healthy and happy. By working closely with pet owners to create a care plan that is tailored to their individual pet’s needs, Ridge Referrals is able to offer a holistic approach to pet care that puts pet wellbeing at the forefront of everything they do.
Whether it’s routine check-ups, vaccinations, or emergency care, the team at Ridge Referrals are on hand to provide expert care and attention, every step of the way. They understand that pets are part of the family, and take the time to treat each animal they see as if it were their own.
So if you’re looking for a veterinary practice that puts pets first, look no further than Ridge Referrals. With a team of experienced and friendly veterinary professionals, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to providing the highest possible standard of care, Ridge Referrals is the perfect choice for all your pet’s healthcare needs, whether it’s a routine check-up or emergency care. Get in touch today to find out more about what Ridge Referrals can do for you and your furry friend.
Cats
Dogs
Client car park
Disabled public access
Referrals only
Based on 7 reviews
Lena Karsten
Google 20 January 2026
This is a bit of a long-term review because we are so grateful to Pat and in some ways, the excellence of his work and attitude is becoming even more apparent as the years go by. We went to Ridge Referrals because our whippet-poodle cross Bob needed TPLO surgery. After some thought and a thorough examination, Pat decided that the surgery was too much for Bob's skinny bones and a simple arthroscopy would suffice to clean up the knee joint (sorry, not the right terminology!). This was nearly five years ago, and Bob is now nearly 16 years old and running around like a mad dog, with no limping at all. To us, this is like a miracle, but this is exactly what Pat promised us back in 2021. And if that wasn't enough, his calm demeanour also put Bob at ease completely, which is astonishing as he normally turns into a shivering wreck as soon as we enter any vet surgery. Thank you so much!
Harvey & Georgia Tucker
Google 11 December 2025
We recently (today) picked up our cane corso from Ridge after having had TPLO surgery for his torn cruciate ligament and meniscus and we are OVER THE MOON with the entire process. We visited Pat at Ridge about 3-4 weeks ago to get a thorough examination and X-rays done, and immediately felt so at ease and comfortable with the way Pat examined our pup. We had visited our local vet a couple of months prior and they seemed oddly wary and hesitant to throughly examine our dog, so the way Pat so calmly and easily checked our dog over was very reassuring. Our dog (Diesel) was so well looked after both before, during and after surgery & we received a total of 4 phone calls from the nurses & Pat himself to provide updates as to how Diesel was doing and how well the surgery went. I only expected the 1 call post op to say all was finished, so the 4 calls in total was amazing. Didn’t feel even remotely concerned about the care he’d be receiving. We can’t recommend Ridge Referrals enough - we’re so grateful for their work and care when it comes to our Diesel!
Kate Thatcher
Google 14 November 2025
Absolutely outstanding. I cannot recommend enough, the care and love of the animals they treat is over and above.
Ian Board
Google 9 October 2025
What fantastic service. Patrick and his team were amazing with Jax and cant thankyou enough Highly recommend
Kim Blee
Google 30 August 2025
I can’t praise Ridge Referrals enough. From the very first call to the actual appointment, everything was handled with care and clarity. I was kept informed about what to expect, where to go, and the costs, and they really listened to me about my dog and our circumstances. The team were kind, empathetic, and explained everything clearly with diagrams and x-rays. Pat and his team supported us every step of the way—I’m so grateful for the way they looked after both me and my dog.
Baby Sibbing
Google 14 July 2025
Visited today with our GSD. Consult to imaging to home with a diagnosis only took 3 hours. They managed her dog reactive behaviour well. She’s doing well at home. Thank you Louise and Pat
Amy 'Oomy' Bolton
Google 4 April 2019
Few more weeks (hopefully) till Jessie is back to normal exercise. Thank you for fixing her. You've all been so wonderful and professional. Sorry she was loud and whiney. Here she is recovering after her most recent post op x-rays :)
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