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Updated March 2026

Village Vets Pet Care Plan
Review

3.5/5 Value Rating

Village Vets is an independent group operating across the Dublin area and parts of Ireland, with a growing UK presence. Their Pet Care Plan focuses on core preventative treatments with a personal, community-vet feel that larger chains often lack.

Key Facts

Dogs/Month

£15–20

Cats/Month

£14–18

Practices

10+

Contract

12 months

Value (Dog)

£360/yr

Value (Cat)

£310/yr

Value Rating

3.5/5

Value Assessment

You Pay (Dog)

£180–£240/yr

Worth of Treatments

£360/yr

You Save

£120–£180/yr

Estimated value based on typical individual treatment costs in the UK. Actual savings may vary by location and practice.

What's Included

Annual vaccination course
Flea treatment programme
Worming treatment programme
Two health check-ups per year
Nail clipping
10% discount on other services

What's NOT Included

Illness or emergency treatment
Surgical procedures
Dental treatment beyond basic check
Blood tests and diagnostic procedures
Out-of-hours emergency care
Specialist referrals

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Personal, community-focused approach
  • Good value at the lower end of the price range
  • Includes two health checks per year
  • Friendly, approachable staff reported by many owners
  • Less corporate feel than major chains

Cons

  • Limited geographic availability
  • Does NOT cover illness or emergencies
  • Fewer branches means less flexibility if you move
  • 12-month contract
  • Fewer included extras than larger chains

Best For

Pet owners who prefer a community vet feel and are located near a Village Vets practice.

Cancellation Policy

Early cancellation may require paying the balance for treatments used.

Visit Village Vets

Check current plan details, pricing for your area, and sign up directly with the practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Village Vets primarily operates in Ireland. UK availability is limited. Check their website for the most current list of practice locations.

Village Vets offers similar preventative care coverage to UK chains like Vets4Pets. The main differences are geographic availability and the more personal, community-focused approach.

You Still Need Pet Insurance

Health plans cover routine care. Pet insurance covers illness, accidents, and emergencies. A cruciate ligament repair alone can cost £2,000-£4,000.

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