Cats Friendly Vets
From the very start we designed Beacon View to be a Cat Friendly Clinic, to minimise stress and meet the specific needs of our feline friends. Our efforts were awarded the highest gold standard ISFM award.
This is an internationally-recognised accreditation and certifies the practice meets rigorous standards set by the ISFM. We are ecstatic that our dedication to cats has been recognised, and we are the only vets in the Deal and Sandwich area to have been awarded gold cat friendly status.
At Beacon View we understand that cats have very specific needs. Cats not only have a range of diseases which are completely unique, they also have very different temperaments to their canine cousins and should be handled and treated in a different way.
Taking your cat to the Vet can be stressful for both you and your cat. That’s why at Beacon View we have taken every possible step to minimize stress. We have a cat only waiting area and dedicated consulting room, so there are no doggy smells to be worried about. Our team are Fear Free trained professionals, experts in cat friendly handling and care.
Our Gold Award Winning Facilities include:
- Reception and consulting rooms
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- Spacious off street parking for a stress-free transfer to the reception area
- A warm welcome at reception in our cat only area, including pheromone diffusers and basket covers to help your cat feel secure
- Our cat only consulting room features climbing shelves and a cat castle to help our feline guests express their natural behaviour
- Cat ward
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Feline visitors that need to stay for the day or overnight can enjoy:
- Extra-large gold standard accommodation
- Accommodation made from quiet and warm polycarbonate not steel
- Cat castles for climbing on and snuggling under
- Our cat ward is located in a quite area of the building
- If you listen carefully you will hear classical music playing in the background which is show to reduce stress in cats
- Feliway pheromone diffusers
- Cat toys and entertainment
- Garden views from the accommodation
- Treatment and diagnostics
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- The latest digital x-ray and ultrasound machines
- Specialist feline diagnostic equipment
- In house laboratory and blood analysis machines
- State of the art surgical suite including anesthetic monitoring equipment and patient temperature control
- Dental suite including dental x-ray
Not all vets are created equal. Be part of a practice where your pet is treated as a member of the family, and you are considered a partner in your pet’s care.
Matt Page
Can’t recommend enough. Our cat was hit by a car and suffered some nasty fractures to his pelvis. We received daily updates via text and video call during his stay. The aftercare since he’s been home is second to none with frequent checkups and advice. Not just a business, Claire and her team are real animal lovers. Would not take our pets anywhere else now.
A Jackson
The team are very professional and really care for the animals. Always greated with a smile when we arrive with the cats, the team have also adapted really well to the current circumstances and the process is exteamly covid friendly.Would highly recommend Beacon View vets to anyone wanting to have their animals seen.
Sian Sims
Thank you Claire and Josh for your efficient and comprehensive care of our little rescue dog, Summer. We now feel completely reassured and confident and cannot recommend or thank you enough!
Suzie Hella Freeman
Herbert waiting on Friday for his appointment for his vaccinations at Beacon View Vets. They are all so friendly and helpful there. Herbert wasn’t as scared as he was at the previous vets. In fact he was quite calm. Thanks to all the staff there. Highly recommend this vet practice!
Bob Audley
Recently registered our two dogs with Beacon View and signed them both up to the 'Complete Care Club' which is excellent value. Having access to a vet who opens seven days a week and also gives access to an on-line vet 24/7 gives you real peace of mind.
Nigel Hart
Excellent state of the art vets. Claire and her team provide a professional and friendly service. We have moved to the area recently and are so pleased we found Beacon View. Worth a definite 5*
Betty Briant
The care given by Beacon View vets is exemplary. Everything is explained in detail so you are well informed and can make good decisions about your pets health. Thank you team.
Elizabeth Sabin
I have recently been taking my dog to see Katie, who is really fantastic. She listens really well and is really knowledgeable. It feels like she really cares about my dog, which is lovely, and that she would really strive for the best outcome.
Steve Goodsell
After poor experiences at another vet we changed to Beacon and WOW! what a difference! They listened, understood our anxiety and explained all options clearly with no pressure - and so good with our dog Millie A real five star experience.
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