Vets for Pets - Selly Oak

Reviews of Vets for Pets - Selly Oak

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  Sangeeta Jha

  Google · 7 January 2026

  Jacob at reception of this Vets' practice has been brilliant. He printed out all the consultations and immunisations for my cat Kaali. Not only this he also very kindly printed out, the consultation of the previous vets which were forwarded here. He was very helpful and answered all my queries.

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  He Yu

  Google · 23 December 2025

  Unprofessional Conduct and Inappropriate Labelling During My Cat’s Appointment I have been registered with here for approximately one year and have always had positive, respectful interactions with your team until this incident. Unfortunately, the conduct of Elisa and Nadia on this occasion left me feeling deeply uncomfortable, unfairly judged, and disrespected. When I arrived, I explained that Mollie had scratched me while I was putting her into the carrier. There was no bleeding, only superficial red marks. I simply asked whether Elisa could help safely take Mollie out of the carrier, as she was gripping the base firmly and it was difficult for me to do so alone. Without making any attempt to assess Mollie’s behaviour firsthand, Elisa immediately assumed that if Mollie scratched me, she would scratch her as well, and said she was not obliged to risk being scratched. At that point Mollie was not hissing, growling, striking, or displaying aggression — she was merely holding on to the carrier base. Elisa then suggested that perhaps my leaving the room would make Mollie calmer. I found this suggestion inappropriate and offensive, particularly as cats do not typically behave like dogs in such circumstances, and I have never been asked this question in any of my previous visits. Due to her dismissive tone and refusal to even attempt handling, I requested to see another vet. Nadia then entered and repeated Elisa’s assumptions, but to her credit, she did at least try to help. Mollie came out without hissing, striking, or showing any aggressive behaviour, and she was vaccinated successfully. This demonstrated very clearly that the earlier assumptions about Mollie being “aggressive” or “unstable” were inaccurate and unfair. However, rather than acknowledging this, Nadia insisted that Elisa was still “right”, referring to her experience with dogs and stating that pets reflect their owners’ stress. More concerning was that Nadia then labelled me as “aggressive”, solely because of my body posture (I was standing with my arms folded while feeling understandably upset by the situation). I was not shouting, threatening, or obstructing anyone. I repeatedly and calmly asked Nadia whether Mollie had hurt her at any point, and she refused to answer, stating the question had “no meaning”, before leaving the room. Throughout the entire appointment: • My cat was negatively judged before any contact was made • My legitimate concerns were dismissed rather than listened to • I was labelled “aggressive” without justification • The situation was handled defensively instead of professionally Being labelled “aggressive” for expressing reasonable concern in a calm but firm manner is deeply upsetting and inappropriate. This type of language is particularly harmful towards women and people from minority backgrounds, and it raises serious concerns about potential bias in how clients are perceived and treated. Regardless of the underlying reason, such language should not be used lightly or as a means to deflect accountability. This has been the worst experience I have had at any veterinary practice, and it has significantly damaged my trust.

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  Bubbles

  Google · 10 December 2025

  The receptionists have poor communication skills bordering verbal abuse at times and are unprofessional. I have been 5 times because I am on a care plan and had a bad experience all 5 times. Some vets are decent but some seem like even they're not convinced with their management plan. As soon as my plan finishes I will be going elsewhere.

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  J. Tribzz

  Google · 20 August 2025

  So. I arrived at this veterinary practice and was greeted in a wonderful manner by a very hyper receptionist, who escorted me to a seat and informed me that the Vet that had been informed that I have indeed arrived. The Vet then opened the consultation room door, and walked with me into the room, I was then met by a very energetic Spanish woman who was quite clearly obsessed with my canine companion who is called Belle. She provided a thorough examination whilst talking to her in a VERY high pitched tone of voice. She then administered the vaccine and asked if she could show the rest of the practice what a delightful patient she was, in which I agreed, I then saw my companion being paraded around the practice as some sort of icon. Once returned I headed to reception when a male member of staff (Jacobe) I think his name was, shook my hand and said thank you for being here this morning and thank you for being the wonderful human being you are.

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  Cafe MC

  Google · 12 August 2025

  Vets are good, the receptionist service was appalling and abusive. Either train your staff to be professional, or update your system to make it easier for them to work so they aren't moody as giant kids. Especially the girl with braided hair, Charlotte? The owner should consider continuing having her in the job as she was rude on the phone, and worse in person. I believe people from previous reviews have pointed this out as well.

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