Forest Lodge Veterinary Practice

Forest Lodge Vets is a veterinary practice located in Hampshire, serving over 23,000 clients since 1987. They offer routine appointments for pets, an ambulance service for sick animals, and handle repeat prescription services. The practice is also dedicated to examining and treating injured wildlife brought to their surgery free of charge. The practice prides itself on long-standing client trust and provides convenience through services like an ambulance manned by practice nurses. They also accept Klarna for flexible payment options, demonstrating a commitment to accessible pet care. The team engages with its community through initiatives like a monthly photo competition for pets. Routine appointments are available in New Milton from Monday to Friday and on Saturday mornings, while only partial services are offered in Lymington. For house calls, clients should contact the surgery before 10:00 am. Out-of-hours emergency care is available for pets needing urgent attention when the practice is closed.

Forest Lodge Veterinary Practice is based at 14 Barton Court Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6NP in Hampshire. The practice treats cats, dogs and small mammals. It is open at weekends, offers on-site parking and provides step-free access.

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• Hannah Corcoran· 2 months ago

  Forest Lodge were so good when our greyhound managed to hurt his poor when we were on holiday. They fitted us in straight away and the vet was very thorough with his care for Merlin. Thank you!

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• Martina Allan· 2 months ago

  Amazing service from start to finish. I received an appointment for the following morning, was not kept waiting and my cat's issue was sorted there and then by a caring vet and nurse. I thought the cost was reasonable too and happy to pay.

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• Sian George· 3 months ago

  I was hesitant to write this review, but I feel these are important points for other pet owners to know when choosing where to take their much-loved animals. I used Forest Lodge Veterinary Practice for the best part of 10 years, and it hasn’t been an easy decision to move elsewhere. Unfortunately, over the past few years I’ve experienced several issues that ultimately led me to change practices. One of my biggest concerns is overnight care. If your pet is admitted, there is no one on site overnight. My dog had surgery on his side and then became very unwell with severe diarrhoea and blood as a reaction to pain relief. He was admitted, and I later found out he would be completely alone from around 7pm until 7am. This was extremely worrying and is something I believe owners should be made fully aware of. More recently, my cat developed a condition requiring frequent vet visits. Continuity of care is unfortunately lacking — rarely seeing the same vet made managing a long-term condition more difficult than it needed to be. The costs also became a major concern. My cat was having regular blood tests, which were around £85 every 3–4 weeks. I was then told I had been “undercharged” and that the correct price should be £115. I asked to speak to a manager but waited 2–3 weeks for a call back that never came, despite chasing it. Since moving to another practice — one with 24-hour on-site nurses and proper out-of-hours care — the exact same blood test now costs £45. The difference is huge. Another issue was how difficult blood tests were for my cat at Forest Lodge. Appointments often took over an hour, with multiple attempts to take blood. At my new practice, I’m in and out within 15 minutes, my cat is praised for being a “good boy,” and there are no issues at all. That difference speaks volumes to me. Sadly, since the practice was taken over by a larger corporate group, it feels like prices have risen sharply while personal care has declined. I do want to be fair and acknowledge the positives. Lucy on reception has dealt with me for the best part of 10 years and has always been kind, helpful, and professional. I also once received excellent care from the vet Susie, who was genuinely compassionate and thorough. This review isn’t written lightly — I was with Forest Lodge for many years — but my pets’ welfare must come first. I hope this helps other owners make an informed decision.

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• Nikki· 5 months ago

  Had to bring one of our greyhounds in to have some stitches removed whilst staying nearby on holiday. From start to finish the practice was friendly, knowledgeable and professional. We also found their prices very reasonable. Many thanks again 👍😊⭐️

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• Livia Gusman· 7 months ago

  I cannot recommend Susie highly enough. She is a wonderful vet — knowledgeable, kind, caring and gentle. Every visit is so reassuring, and I always know my little dog, Lola, is in the safest of hands with her.

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