Farm Vets in Stroud

## Summary Waterlane Equine Vets is a dedicated equine-only practice founded in 2013 by Dr Tim Watson. It runs a 24/7 ambulatory (call-out) service and is set up for on-site diagnostics, with portable imaging and scoping equipment plus an in-house lab. In the latest reviews, owners describe quick response for urgent call-outs, clear explanations during procedures (including dental work), and practical guidance beyond the immediate issue (for example, advice on weight and worming). One reviewer explicitly highlights it as an independent practice. ## Services - **24/7 ambulatory equine service** (call-outs), with owners mentioning speedy on-call response and emergency visits. - **Diagnostics (mobile equipment):** - Radiography (portable x-ray) - Ultrasonography (ultrasound) - Endoscopy and **gastroscopy** - In-house laboratory facilities - **Dentistry**, with dental treatment specifically mentioned in reviews. - **Class IV laser** (listed by the practice). - **Pre-purchase examinations** (vettings) — also referenced in reviews. - **Injections** (a “specific injection” carried out after another practice couldn’t provide it). - **Export papers** and **repeat prescriptions** (both mentioned by clients). ## People - **Dr Tim Watson (founder)**: mentioned by name in reviews as part of the team clients rely on “day or night.” - **Debbie** (front-of-house/phone contact in reviews): described as patient on the phone, answering lots of questions and explaining how the practice works; also helped arrange an appointment for an injection within a few days. - **Jonathan** (vet, per review): carried out dental treatment; described as explaining things in non-technical language and giving additional advice on weight, worming and general health; handled a difficult horse with a mix of patience and firmness. - **Georgia/Georgie** (vet, per reviews): repeatedly singled out for looking after a pony; in another review, kept the owner updated on arrival time and talked through the injection and expected effects afterward. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 32 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Fast help when it’s urgent**, with multiple mentions of speedy on-call response and emergency call-outs. - **Communication that owners can act on**, including step-by-step explanations in plain language during dental treatment and follow-up discussion about what an injection was and how it should help. - **Broader, practical support**, such as advice on weight/worming, help with export paperwork, and sorting repeat prescriptions. - **Positive first-contact experience**, with phone staff described as taking time to answer questions and explain how the practice operates.