About Village Vet St Albans
Welcome to Village Vet St Albans, a friendly and inviting veterinary practice located in the beautiful county of Hertfordshire, England. The practice is dedicated to offering high-quality care and compassion to pets of all shapes and sizes, from birds and small mammals to exotic and wild animals.
Village Vet St Albans boasts a team of experienced and highly qualified veterinary surgeons, all of whom have a deep passion for animal health and welfare. Dr Jennifer Donaldson, our Principal veterinarian, is a VetMB MA MRCVS graduate with years of experience in veterinary medicine and surgery. Dr Stephen Brink and Dr Natasha Solomon are our knowledgeable consultants, both holding BVSc MRCVS qualifications. Our veterinary team is also comprised of Dr Lucia Braband and Dr Andre dos Reis Vale da Costa Pereira, who hold various certifications and memberships.
Apart from our team of experienced vets, we also have a team of equally passionate and caring veterinary nurses. Miss Holly Burton, Miss Pauline Collier, Miss Hannah Dee, Miss Lauren Hemmings, and Miss Ashley Johnson are all qualified RVNs who provide dedicated care to all animals that come to our practice.
Village Vet St Albans offers a range of services, from routine check-ups to complex surgeries, with a strong emphasis on preventive care. Our doctors and nurses follow a client-by-client approach, offering personalized treatments and recommendations for each pet, taking into consideration the pet’s physical condition and behavior.
Our facilities are well-equipped to handle a variety of pets and their unique needs. Village Vet St Albans runs a spacious and comfortable environment, inviting pets and owners to be relaxed and stress free in their surroundings. Proper facilities are available for any pets that require special care, and disabled public access ensures that everyone is able to access our services.
Moreover, we understand the need for convenience, particularly for pet owners with busy schedules. Village Vet St Albans offers a wide range of appointment availability, with flexible appointment times from 8:30 in the morning until 7:00 at night each weekday. We also offer weekend appointments on Saturdays, ensuring that we are available whenever you may need us.
At Village Vet St Albans, our priority is the well-being of your pets. We believe that high-quality veterinary care is a partnership between client and vet. Therefore we value communication with our clients and dedicate ourselves to ensuring that you have a clear understanding of the care we provide and its benefits.
Lastly, we welcome all new and existing patients to our practice, and ensure that every pet that comes through our doors receives the highest standard of care, love, and attention. So, we invite you to come to visit us and let us provide the best possible veterinary care to your pets. Thank you for considering Village Vet St Albans.
Animals we care for
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Birds
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Cats
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Dogs
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Exotic
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Small Mammals
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Wild
Facilities
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Client car park
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Disabled public access
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Open at weekends
Opening hours
- Monday
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- 8:30am – 7pm
- Tuesday
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- 8:30am – 7pm
- Wednesday
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- 8:30am – 7pm
- Thursday
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- 8:30am – 7pm
- Friday
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- 8:30am – 7pm
- Saturday
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- 8:30am – 4pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Reviews of Village Vet St Albans
Based on 5 reviews
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Bernadette Sullivan
Google 26 February 2026
Everyone at Village Vet including vets nurses and reception/admin staff are always so kind, caring, thoughtful, understanding, informative and treat us and our pet dog Harvey with such care and respect. We have always had the best advice and treatment for our dog.
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Raju Rahman
Google 16 January 2026
I am extremely dissatisfied with the service I received. The staff showed a complete lack of intelligence, compassion, and care for animals. They attempted to push euthanasia for my pet cat without properly explaining the situation, offering alternative treatment options, or suggesting the best next steps. Instead, I was quoted an extortionate amount of money and told that if I couldn’t afford it, the only option was to put my cat down. There was no sympathy, no concern for my pet’s wellbeing, and no effort to help. The attitude was cold and dismissive, as if my cat’s life had no value. I was even told my cat would die anyway. Thankfully, I took my cat to a private animal care provider elsewhere in Marlow. They were professional, caring, and knowledgeable. They clearly explained the available treatment options, offered a payment plan, and provided much better care. As a result, my cat is now much happier and doing far better. Avoid this place
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I do Like to be beside TheSeaside
Google 22 December 2025
Over the past 33 years we’ve had five dogs, and moved to this vet with our latest rescue. This is, without question, the best veterinary practice we’ve experienced. Booking appointments online is straightforward, and every member of the team is friendly and welcoming, always taking extra care to help our rescue dog feel comfortable, especially on arrival. During the first year we have also needed the emergency service, which was handled quickly and professionally during the night. At each visit we feel heard, and the vet takes time to explain everything clearly without ever making us feel rushed, also taking time to put our pup at ease too. We’re part of the Pet Health for Life plan scheme and feel it offers real value for money. Most importantly, we always feel confident that our dog is in safe hands—and she actually seems happy to visit, which makes the whole experience calm and stress-free. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this branch; the team consistently goes above and beyond. Our most recent visit was with Jenny - we were really impressed with her knowledge & understanding, she was friendly & professional too 10/10
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Colin Winterburn
Google 17 November 2025
Both professional and compassionate, our beloved dog was desperately ill, and we found the Village Vets on a Sunday. Exactly what you need in trying times, caring but honest about the outcome. Thank you for your empathy and compassion, it was greatly appreciated.
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Alison M
Google 3 May 2025
I can't fault them. They managed to register and fit my cat in late on a Saturday afternoon before they went in to out of hours. The vet was wonderful and explained everything including payment and claims. Etta is now with them overnight after breaking a toe (of all things lol) and they have updated me as promised. I have been looking for a good vet since moving here not too long ago. We will be staying.
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- Where is Village Vet St Albans?
- Village Vet St Albans is a veterinary practice in Smallford, Hertfordshire. The full address, phone number and opening hours are listed on this page.
- Which animals does Village Vet St Albans list care for?
- Village Vet St Albans lists care for Birds, Cats, Dogs, Exotic, Small Mammals and Wild. Call the practice to confirm current clinician availability for your pet.
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