Buchanan Veterinary Group – Vets in Eccles
Clinic Overview
Buchanan Veterinary Group is a small-animal practice established in 1979 and part of the CVS group (the practice website is hosted on the CVS vets domain; some reviewers also raise concerns about corporate ownership). It’s set up for routine preventive care and general practice work (vaccinations, parasite control, neutering, microchipping, diagnostics), with arrangements for out-of-hours emergencies via PetMedics Veterinary Surgeons.
From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe
- •extra time taken with anxious pets (one owner said their dog went from anxious to “tail wagging on the examination table” during vaccinations)
- •supportive end-of-life care and help around ashes/cremation arrangements (named staff were thanked for compassion)
- •a mixed picture on cost and motivation: some praise the service and say they weren’t rushed, while others strongly criticise a perceived focus on profit.
Services
Services and capabilities mentioned on the practice website include
- •Consultations
- •Vaccinations and six-month health checks
- •Parasite control
- •Neutering
- •Microchipping
- •Diagnostics and blood pressure checks
- •Grooming services including nail clipping
- •Anal sac expression
- •Home visits
- •Pet travel documentation (GB)
- •Emergency care during normal opening hours, plus out-of-hours emergency arrangements via PetMedics Veterinary Surgeons
Other services referenced in reviews
- •Humane euthanasia (a reviewer described a chick being put to sleep and returned in a small box for burial)
- •Support around cremation/ashes (a reviewer thanked the team and a separate pet crematorium for handling this process with compassion)
Additional practice information from structured data
- •Veterinary Nurse Training facility
- •RCVS General Practice accreditation is listed on the website summary
People
- •Kaan (vet): mentioned for adapting the appointment to an anxious dog during annual vaccinations—an owner said he “took the time to work with her,” leading to a noticeably calmer visit.
- •Dan and Ellie: thanked by name for compassion and support during an end-of-life period and when collecting a pet’s ashes.
Reviews
4.1 stars from 215 reviews. The latest reviews available to us include routine care, end-of-life support, and a small number of highly critical comments about ownership and costs. “”
- •Taking time rather than rushing appointments: one owner contrasted this with other vets and said their pet “really” was taken care of.
- •Handling anxious dogs thoughtfully: an owner described their anxious dog becoming comfortable enough to wag their tail on the exam table during vaccinations.
- •End-of-life support: reviewers describe compassionate handling around euthanasia and ashes/cremation arrangements; one reviewer also noted the practice did not accept payment in a particular euthanasia case.
- •Negative feedback about corporate ownership and profit focus: two 1-star reviews accuse the practice (as part of CVS) of prioritising money/sales targets over pets’ interests.
Special Services
Animals Treated at Buchanan Veterinary Group
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Reviews for Buchanan Veterinary Group
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 215 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
McLaren & Co Hair and Aesthetics
3 months ago
Today, we picked up our boy’s ashes, and while it’s been an emotional journey, we feel a sense of peace knowing that Archie is finally back home with us where he belongs. It’s bittersweet, but we’re so grateful for the beautiful way we can honour his memory. A huge thank you to Dan and Ellie at Buchanan Veterinary Group Monton and the incredible team at Whitley Brook Pet Crematorium for their compassion, warmth, and understanding during the last week. Your kindness has truly meant the world to us. Rest easy mate, you’ll always be in our hearts. Love from your Daddies x
McLaren & Co Hair and Aesthetics
3 weeks ago
Today, we picked up our boy’s ashes, and while it’s been an emotional journey, we feel a sense of peace knowing that Archie is finally back home with us where he belongs. It’s bittersweet, but we’re so grateful for the beautiful way we can honour his memory. A huge thank you to Dan and Ellie at Buchanan Veterinary Group Monton and the incredible team at Whitley Brook Pet Crematorium for their compassion, warmth, and understanding during the last week. Your kindness has truly meant the world to us. Rest easy mate, you’ll always be in our hearts. Love from your Daddies x
Eliza Hughes
7 months ago
My cocker spaniel, Olive, has just had her annual vaccinations at the Monton practice. As always, the service has been amazing with kind and attentive staff. Olive is an anxious dog and the vets can be especially difficult for her. After telling vet Kaan this, he took the time to work with her and she had an amazing experience. I never thought I'd see her tail wagging on the examination table! Amazing service would highly recommend.
Eliza Hughes
4 months ago
My cocker spaniel, Olive, has just had her annual vaccinations at the Monton practice. As always, the service has been amazing with kind and attentive staff. Olive is an anxious dog and the vets can be especially difficult for her. After telling vet Kaan this, he took the time to work with her and she had an amazing experience. I never thought I'd see her tail wagging on the examination table! Amazing service would highly recommend.
K
9 months ago
Avoid. They make out like they are an independent practice, but in reality are owned by a huge corporate company (CVS) who own 500+ practices in U.K.. All they care about is money, profit and meeting certain sales targets, and do not have the best interest of your pet at heart.
M A
6 months ago
Avoid. They make out like they are an independent practice, but in reality are owned by a huge corporate company (CVS) who own 500+ practices in U.K.. All they care about is money, profit and meeting certain sales targets, and do not have the best interest of your pet at heart.
SUSAN MCTERNAN
7 months ago
Absolutely first class service,one of my son’s chicks hatched unable to stand feed or drink. I took it to the vets who humanely put it to sleep put it in a little box so my son could bury it.Wouldnt accept any money can’t thank them enough.
SUSAN MCTERNAN
10 months ago
Absolutely first class service,one of my son’s chicks hatched unable to stand feed or drink. I took it to the vets who humanely put it to sleep put it in a little box so my son could bury it.Wouldnt accept any money can’t thank them enough.
Ewa warc
a year ago
Joanne Hambrook
a year ago
Amazing and caring! I recommend this vets highly!! Really took care of my little man and didn’t rush like other vets do. Fees are more than competitive, and service and care is first class.
