St-David Veterinary Centre – Vets in Cardiff
Clinic Overview
Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. The clinic’s website says it has been caring for pets since 1997, and reviews describe a practice set up for both routine care and time-sensitive problems, with owners mentioning urgent/emergency appointments as well as boosters and first visits.
Concrete details owners repeatedly mention include
- •Appointments usually available and helpful advice given over the phone (as reported by reviewers).
- •A separate waiting area for cats, aimed at keeping cats away from dogs during visits.
- •Procedures and handling such as dental extractions (multiple teeth removed), booster vaccinations, and claw clipping during a consult.
- •Support with difficult decisions, including euthanasia, described as handled with dignity by the vet and nurses.
Services
Services and capabilities explicitly referenced in the website/clinic data or reviews include
- •Routine appointments (including booster vaccinations).
- •Dental work, including tooth extractions (one owner mentioned a cat having five teeth removed previously).
- •Nail/claw clipping during an appointment.
- •Urgent and emergency appointments (owners describe being seen for emergencies).
- •Euthanasia support (owners describe a dignified, thoughtful process involving vets and nurses).
- •Help with a lost cat situation (a reviewer describes the clinic assisting them in finding the cat’s owner).
- •Veterinary Nurse Training facility (listed in the clinic’s structured data).
People
Named individuals are limited in the material provided
- •Rhian (role not stated): mentioned for being patient with a cat who had previously undergone a difficult dental procedure (tooth extractions), and for handling a booster appointment calmly enough that the cat “didn’t even murmur,” according to the owner.
More generally, reviewers repeatedly mention the reception/admin team, nurses, and vets together—highlighting
- •Clear, helpful phone advice.
- •Supportive communication during emergencies, including reassurance to an owner who said they were panicking.
- •Gentle handling during first visits (one owner describes the vet cuddling their kitten to reassure her and clipping claws successfully).
Reviews
4.6 stars from 103 reviews. - Access and responsiveness: owners mention advice given over the phone and that appointments are “usually available,” including for urgent situations.
- •Emergency/urgent care experiences: multiple reviews describe being seen for emergencies and feeling both pet and owner were looked after during stressful events.
- •Cat-friendly details and handling: a separate cat waiting area is specifically mentioned; owners describe calm, confidence-building handling with kittens and nervous cats.
- •Range from routine to complex: reviews reference boosters, claw clipping, dental extractions, and end-of-life care, with staff described as professional and understanding across these situations.
Special Services
Animals Treated at St-David Veterinary Centre
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Reviews for St-David Veterinary Centre
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 103 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Julie Banfield
in the last week
Patrick Cobb
2 weeks ago
Excellent service and very professional staff
gill starkey
3 weeks ago
Helpful advice always given on phone and appointments usually available. Lovely vets and would definitely recommend.
Edwina Jenkins
a month ago
I thoroughly recommend St.David's Veterinary practise. All of the staff are kind, understanding and very professional, from the reception staff through the nurses and the vets. I have been a client for decades and have always been confident that they will be able to help me with my animals, whether with routine treatments or in urgent or emergency appointments.
Elaine Rees
a month ago
I’ve been using St David vets for over 20 years and my pets have always received excellent care from the vets and nurses. The admin staff are excellent too!
Jill Martin
2 months ago
We brought our cat daisy to the Llanishen branch and saw Rhian.she was fantastic with daisy. Previously she had to have 5 teeth out and we were worried she would remember it but Rhian was so pacientwith her. Daisy didn't even murmur when she had her booster.
Liam Murphy
4 months ago
We had to make the hard decision to put our beautiful old Border collie DYLAN to sleep yesterday (12/06/25) at St Davids vets in Llanishen, the Vet & Nurses involved helped our boy cross the Rainbow Bridge with such dignity & were very thoughtful & understanding - Id like to thank them all from the bottom of my heart, We already miss our DYLAN terribly, but he was 18 and a half and he was starting to suffer, his time had come - WE were lucky to have HIM in our lives, and we were so lucky to spend so many happy years with him, and when the time is right, DYLAN's spirit will direct us to another rescue Border Collie that will need our love - Thank you to the Vets & Nurses in St David's.
Farah Fatima
5 months ago
We’re incredibly grateful to this amazing vet who went above and beyond to help us find the owner of a lost cat. Despite having a busy schedule, they took the time to assist us with patience and genuine care. They were approachable, understanding, and truly dedicated—not just to animals, but to the people who care about them. It’s rare to find someone so kind and committed. Thank you for your compassion and support—it made all the difference!
Etta
7 months ago
Took my kitten, Luna, for her first vet visit, and it was a great experience from start to finish. The entrance was very welcoming, and I really appreciated the separate waiting area for cats— keeping her away from dogs meant she wasn’t scared at all. When we were called in, the vet was incredibly friendly and kind, giving Luna lots of cuddles to reassure her. He even managed to clip her claws, which was impressive! Great service overall, and I would highly recommend this vet clinic.
Hayley Davies
9 months ago
What absolutely amazing vets St David Vet Llanishen are. I have had two emergencies in the last week with my dog Willow who has heart failure. They took fantastic care of Willow and also cared for me as I was in panic mode. I can’t thank them enough for their expertise and kindness. Willow is back home now and is doing well. A million thanks for saving Willow.
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