Practice profile · Bristol
The Downs Veterinary Practice
Bristol, BS9 3UA
Independent practiceOpen · Closes 6:30pm
Pricing
This practice publishes its prices · April 2026Consultation
£3 above local average£58.93
Follow-up consultation
£44.40
Puppy Vaccination Course
£13 below local average£90.00
Dog Annual Booster
£23 below local average£54.00
Kennel Cough Vaccine
£7 below local average£42.43
Microchipping
£29.39
Dog Castration (Under 10kg)
£29 below local average£209.54
Dog Castration (10–25kg)
£80 below local average£255.38
Dog Castration (25–40kg)
£105 below local average£327.41
Dog Castration (Over 40kg)
£128 below local average£360.16
Dog Spay (Under 10kg)
£64 below local average£275.02
Dog Spay (10–25kg)
£126 below local average£340.50
Dog Spay (25–40kg)
£133 below local average£425.64
Dog Spay (Over 40kg)
£105 below local average£523.86
Annual cost comparison
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£172per year
7th lowest of 41 practices within 10 miles
£19 less per year than the local average
Local average: £191/yr · 41 practices within 10 miles
Annual dog costs near Bristol
1Portishead Vets4Pets Ltd£28↓£163/yr2Archway Veterinary Centre£21↓£170/yr3Avon Lodge Veterinary Group, Bristol (BS4)£21↓£170/yr···
7The Downs Veterinary Practice£19↓£172/yr
Local average£191/yr
41 practices within 10 miles
What owners say
★ 4.7106 reviews on Google
Caring and compassionateGood surgical careExplains options well
AI-generated summary
A specialist referral practice particularly strong in neurological and spinal surgery, with owners consistently praising same-day treatment for urgent cases. Reviewers highlight the team's clear communication about complex procedures and compassionate care during stressful situations. The practice draws referrals from across South Wales due to its advanced diagnostic equipment including MRI facilities.
Summary based on 106 Google reviews
Read all reviews on Google →HOURS & CONTACT
Mon–Fri8am–6:30pm
Saturday9am–12pm
SundayClosed
About this practice
Ownership
Independently owned
Team
6 registered vets · 8 vet nurses
RCVS registration
✓ Registered · View on RCVS ›
Animals treated
Dogs, Cats, Small mammals, Birds
Features
Online registration, Health plan (Care Scheme)