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Practice profile · Barnstaple

Tarka Vets Ltd

Barnstaple, EX32 7AS · 1 vet, 4 nurses

Closed, opens 8:30am
4.7/5

Excellent

Local rank#2 of 8within 5 miles of EX32 7ASProfile checked April 2026
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Pricing

This practice publishes its prices · April 2026

First Consultation (cat/dog/rabbit)
Below local average£52.00
Husbandry advice consult
Below local average£25.00
Behavioural advice consult (45min)
£60.00
Follow up Consultation (cat/dog/rabbit)
Below local average£42.00
Well Pet/Senior Pet Bloods/Medication Check Bloods
Above local average£90.00
Weight Clinic
Below local average£20.00
Nurse Consultation
Below local average£25.00
Out of hours - OOH Consultation (6 PM - 10 PM)
Below local average£145.00
Out of hours - OOH Consultation (10 PM - 6 AM)
Above local average£200.00

Annual cost comparison

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£110per year
1st lowest of 8 practices within 5 miles
Below the local average
Annual dog costs near Barnstaple
1Tarka Vets Ltd↓£110/yr
2Barnstaple Vets4Pets Ltd↓£167/yr3Brannam Vets↓£168/yr
Local average
8 practices within 5 miles

What owners say

★ 5.026 reviews on Google
Caring and compassionate
AI-generated summary

An independent practice that stands out for genuine compassion and patience with pets, particularly in difficult moments. Owners consistently mention clear communication about treatment options and costs, alongside staff who treat animals with real kindness rather than rushing through appointments. Worth knowing that the team handles end-of-life care with particular sensitivity, and several owners have specifically moved their other animals here from larger group practices.

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HOURS & CONTACT
Mon–Thu8am–6pm
FridayClosed
Saturday8:30am–12:30pm
SundayClosed
St George's House
Barnstaple, EX32 7AS
01271 452660 Maintarkavets.org ›Google Maps ›

About this practice

Ownership
Independently owned
Team
1 registered vet · 4 vet nurses
RCVS registration
✓ Registered · View on RCVS ›
Animals treated
Dogs, Cats, Small mammals, Exotic animals, Birds, Poultry

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