An independent vet clinic on Orchard Street
Larkfield Vets (sample) has looked after dogs, cats and rabbits in Springfield since 2009, with the same small team at the consulting table.
Owned by the vets who work here
The clinic opened in a former bakery with one consulting room (sample). Today it has three, an operating theatre, digital X-ray and a small lab, and still no head office.
That means the vet you see makes the decisions with you. We explain what we find, what the choices are and what each one costs, and you decide.
Calm visits for nervous pets
A vet visit is strange for an animal. A few small habits make it easier.
A room for cats and rabbits
They wait away from dogs, with shelves for the carrier and a towel over the door.
Quiet times
Ask for the first or last slot of the day, when the waiting room is empty.
Time on the floor
Many dogs are easier to check on the floor than on the table, so we start there.
Treats, if you agree
We ask about allergies and diets first; you can bring your pet’s own treats.
Who you will meet
Two vets, a nurse and a receptionist (sample). Ask for the same vet each time if you like.
Dr Ruth Marsh (RM)
Veterinary surgeon, clinic lead (sample)
Dogs, soft-tissue surgery and the first-year visits of most of our puppies.
Dr Jonah Adeyemi (JA)
Veterinary surgeon (sample)
Cats and rabbits, dentistry, and the quiet Thursday cat clinic.
Priya Shah (PS)
Veterinary nurse (sample)
Nurse clinics: weight, nails, microchips and checks after an operation.
Tom Feld
Reception and health plans (sample)
Appointments, plan sign-ups and repeat prescriptions.
Inside the clinic
Everything most pets need is in one building, so tests and treatment happen without a second trip (sample).
Consulting rooms
One kept for cats and rabbits
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Operating theatre
With a separate prep room and recovery ward
1
Digital X-ray and ultrasound
Images ready during your appointment
On site
Lab
Most blood results the same day
On site
Wards
Dogs in one, cats and rabbits in a quiet room
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Come and see the clinic
New clients are welcome. Book a first check and bring any old records you have.