Vet practice in Colchester

The Colchester Vets

5(20 reviews)
2 Charter Court, Newcomen Way, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9YA

Combined comparison cost

£149.96Dog comparison cost
£159.96Cat comparison cost
£154.96Combined comparison cost
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About this practice

The Colchester Vets in Colchester

The Colchester Vets is an independent veterinary practice located in Colchester, offering first-opinion veterinary medicine. Services range from routine check-ups to comprehensive procedures and holistic treatments, catering to pets in the local area. This practice is founder-led by Chris Goetschel and Joanna Rodak, who bring over a decade of local veterinary experience. The team is dedicated to providing exceptional clinical care, rooted in trust and kindness, within a modern, purpose-built facility equipped with state-of-the-art capabilities. Positioned just off the A12, the practice offers ample space and modern amenities. It aims to provide a genuine alternative to corporate-owned practices while maintaining traditional local veterinary values.

At a glance

The Colchester Vets treats cats, dogs and small mammals, with published prices for 5 services, including consultations from £55 and dog vaccinations from £65. The practice is rated 5/5 from 20 reviews.

Animals treated

Dogs
Cats
Small Mammals

The Colchester Vets Prices

From practice website
Updated 1 Sept 2026
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Combined comparison cost

Dog comparison cost

≈£149.96

Includes estimated microchip

Cat comparison cost

≈£159.96

Includes estimated microchip

Combined comparison cost

≈£154.96

Includes estimated microchip

Recurring care pricing

Consultation£5 below Essex avg (£60)
£55
Dog booster vaccination£4 below Essex avg (£69)
£65
Cat booster vaccination£5 above Essex avg (£70)
£75
Kennel cough vaccination
£38

One-off costs

Dog castration£104 above Essex avg (£247)
£350
Cat spay
£150
Cat castrationAround Essex average
£100

These vary by weight, breed and clinical needs — request a quote from the practice.

Additional services

Animal Health Certificate
£215
Follow-up consultation
£50
Ct Scan Additional Body Area
£250
Dental Extraction Grade 1
£475
Dental Extraction Grade 2
£635
Dental Extraction Grade 3
£735
Dental Extraction Grade 4
£845
Dental scale & polish
£295
Neuter Dog Female Keyhole
£695
Neuter Dog Female Traditional (from)
£400
Rabbit spay
£195
Rabbit castration
£165
Kitten vaccination course
£110
Puppy vaccination course
£100
Vaccination Rabbit Booster
£86.50
Rabies vaccination
£90
Written prescription fee
£21

Prices shown are guides based on the practice's published price list. Always confirm directly with the practice as costs can vary by pet, weight and clinical need.

Health Plans

The Colchester Vets Pet Club

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Cat£18/mo
Dog (0-20kg)£19/mo
Dog (20-40kg)£21/mo
Dog (40-60kg)£24/mo
Dog (over 60kg)£30/mo
  • Annual health check and vaccine
  • Flea, tick, mite and worming prevention
  • Free microchipping
  • 24/7 video vet access
  • Quarterly nurse health reviews
  • 10% discount on dentistry
  • 10% discount on selected diets
  • 50% discount on Kennel Cough Vaccination

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about The Colchester Vets.

The Colchester Vets reviews

5(20 reviews)

Average rating of 5 out of 5 based on 20 reviews. Sourced from Google.

Latest reviews

Read the five most recent or recommended reviews for The Colchester Vets. Order provided by Google.

  • Trish Chapman· in the last week

    I had a brilliant experience with the new vets They looked after my dog Jasper with great care The staff are so lovely and Joanna was very kind to Jasper and put me at ease I’m really glad I found you guys after a disappointing experience elsewhere Thank you so much

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  • GARY VAUGHAN· a month ago

    Excellent new vets in the area

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  • Anne Strothard· a month ago

    Fantastic service from Joanna, Mr pickles very happy with his teeth ,all the staff are great very welcoming and looked after Mr pickles really well , we would not use any other vets practice Fantastic beautiful new clinic well done

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  • fernando fraile· 2 months ago

    had a great experience at Colchester Vets. They treated my dog with exceptional care, were incredibly kind throughout the entire visit, and offered a very competitive price. I truly appreciate their professionalism and friendly approach.

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  • lilia Giuttari· 2 months ago

    Exceptional practice with very professional and experienced staff. A good environment for patients and owners alike

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