Glasgow Equine Hospital and Practice

- Several owners say their horses were well looked after and settled during their stay, with staff described as friendly and helpful. - Communication is a recurring positive theme, including one review that says the vet explained what had been done and the horse’s prognosis in plain language. - A recent 5-star review highlights compassionate emergency attendance and end-of-life care, praising Albert for prompt pain relief, careful monitoring and sensitive support before, during and after euthanasia.

Glasgow Equine Hospital and Practice is an equine referral hospital and general practice in Glasgow, offering both hospital-based care and routine equine veterinary services. Its stated scope includes diagnostics, surgery, lameness and medicine work-ups, reproductive work, preventative care and pre-purchase examinations, with 24/7 emergency cover for registered clients. Recent feedback is mostly positive about horse handling, clear communication and compassionate support, though one duplicated complaint raises concerns about estimates and payment discussions.

Services

•Hospital and general equine care: referral hospital services alongside general equine practice.
•Diagnostics and investigations: internal medicine, lameness work-ups and diagnostic imaging, including MRI.
•Surgery and treatment options: surgical care, therapeutics and regenerative therapies.
•Foot and mobility support: corrective farriery is listed among the clinic’s services.
•Routine and specialist care: reproduction services, preventative healthcare and pre-purchase examinations.
•Emergency support: 24/7 emergency cover is stated for registered clients.
•Examples mentioned by owners: reviews describe horses being well looked after during short stays, vets explaining findings and prognosis clearly, and compassionate end-of-life care including rapid attendance, immediate pain relief after a fracture was diagnosed, and humane euthanasia support.

Pricing

A very limited amount of published pricing suggests the clinic may sit above average, but this is based on very few comparable services. Review feedback on costs is mixed: one duplicated complaint raises concerns about quotes, payment expectations and emergency fees.

People

•Albert: praised for compassionate end-of-life care, clear explanations and a calm, unhurried approach during a difficult visit.
•Kate (vet): praised in a negative review as “brilliant” and reassuring about the horse’s care.
•Grooms: positively mentioned for day-to-day care and reassurance.
•Morgan Collins (intern): named in a complaint about quote discussions.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.7 stars from 21 reviews.

•Several owners say their horses were well looked after and settled during their stay, with staff described as friendly and helpful.
•Communication is a recurring positive theme, including one review that says the vet explained what had been done and the horse’s prognosis in plain language.
•A recent 5-star review highlights compassionate emergency attendance and end-of-life care, praising Albert for prompt pain relief, careful monitoring and sensitive support before, during and after euthanasia.
•Negative feedback appears in one owner’s duplicated 1-star complaint, which alleges problems around quotes, upfront payment expectations and emergency fees, while still praising Kate and the grooms for the horse’s care.

Reviews for Glasgow Equine Hospital and Practice

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 21 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

A K

2 months ago

I would like to thank Glasgow Equine Hospital & Practice for the compassion, professionalism, and kindness shown during my horse’s end-of-life care. The attending vet, Albert, came out just before the end of his regular shift, and from the moment I booked the call-out the practice responded quickly and supportively. I never once felt rushed, which meant more than I can express in such a difficult moment. As soon as the fracture was diagnosed, pain relief was administered immediately to ease my horse’s discomfort. Albert carefully monitored her distress throughout and took every appropriate step to minimise it. I was given all the time I needed with my horse before I was ready for humane euthanasia. During and after the procedure, Albert took the time to explain the nature of the injury and why no treatment was feasible, helping me understand and feel confident that the right decision was being made. Afterwards, he stayed with me to ensure any questions or doubts were answered and gently guided me through the next steps, including post-procedure arrangements. This was one of the hardest experiences I’ve ever faced. I am deeply grateful for the care we received, the time I was given to come to terms with the situation, and the opportunity to hold my beloved horse. The empathy, patience, and respect shown made an unbearable moment more manageable. 💔

Lowri Shearer

1 year ago

If you ever had to choose between here and The Royal Dick please choose The Royal Dick. Between Morgan Collins (intern) lying about quotes, the reception staff trying to force upfront payment after being promised a payment plan and trying to charge us emergency fees after they left our horse overnight saying they had took on too many cases. Have never met such condescending, unprofessional people in my time in horses. This review does not reflect Kate (Vet) or the grooms as they were brilliant at what they do and the only people that gave me hope that my animal was in good care.

Stuart Wilson

Jon Wallace

Alison Hosie

2 years ago

Alice Hewson

Fab place, everyone goes above and beyond for your ponies, staff always friendly and helpful, always a pleasure :)

Claire Mckinlay

3 years ago

Thank you to all the staff that looked after my boy Louis this week. He was so settled and in the best hands! 💖

Alicia Frazer

5 years ago

My horse was very well looked after the short time he was there. The vet explained in layman terms what they had done and what my horses prognosis was(thankfully a very positive outcome). Would highly recommend.