I can’t recommend Court Vets in Stanford in the Vale highly enough.
I have two dogs, Tia and Baloo, and we have been with this practice since it was Robert Elliott’s many years ago. Tia, my Staffordshire Bull Terrier, was my very first dog and I’ve had her since I was a child, so this practice has genuinely been part of our lives for a very long time.
Baloo is my French Bulldog and the biggest drama queen known to mankind! She has IVDD and has had flare-ups over time, but Karen has supported us from the very beginning. She has always guided us in the right direction, reassured us when needed, and made sure Baloo has had the best possible care.
Tia was a very healthy dog for many years, then one day she suddenly became extremely unwell — I honestly thought I was losing her. Karen immediately put me at ease and explained that Tia had pyometra and that it could be treated with surgery. We went ahead with the procedure and Tia recovered brilliantly. A few years later, Tia collapsed, which was terrifying. Karen discovered she had heart disease, and what felt like the end of the road became manageable thanks to Karen talking me through everything and starting Tia on medication that stabilised her massively.
This weekend, Tia stopped eating and began to shut down. Deep down I knew what was happening, even though I didn’t want to admit it. I took her to see Karen, and together we made the incredibly difficult decision to let Tia go peacefully before things became painful. It was honestly one of the most peaceful experiences I could have hoped for in such a heartbreaking moment.
Karen is an incredibly intelligent vet with the heart of an gold. She always puts the animals first, but she also truly understands what our pets mean to us as owners. She explains everything in detail and always takes the time to answer questions with compassion and honesty. I will forever be grateful to Karen for being there for Tia from start to finish.
The reception team are equally amazing — kind, patient, and never rushing you. They show the same compassion, love, and care that Karen does.
Thank you to Karen and the entire team. You are all truly wonderful people.
