M J Baines Veterinary Ltd – Vets in Shrewsbury
Clinic Overview
- Reviews are mostly very positive, with owners describing the team as caring, trustworthy, professional, and pleasant to deal with. - Horse owners mention responsive on-site care, including a call-out for a horse with a swollen leg and praise for calm handling. - Several reviewers value the practice’s straight-talking approach, appreciating practical advice without pressure to buy unnecessary treatments.
Services
- •Equine and pony call-outs: Owners describe the practice attending horses on-site, including a visit for a horse with a swollen leg.
- •Assessment and treatment of seriously ill horses and ponies: Reviews include an account of a pony being saved when it was extremely unwell, with owners praising the team’s dedication and kindness.
- •Horse euthanasia and end-of-life support: Families highlight clear explanations of the procedure and a caring, professional approach during difficult visits.
- •Owner guidance and education: Less-experienced horse owners mention being talked through what was needed to help a horse recover, with clear and straightforward advice.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
- •Rachel / Rachael: Praised for reading a horse’s records before examining it, explaining each step of a euthanasia procedure, and handling a difficult visit with empathy and professionalism.
- •Jim Tipp: Thanked by a long-standing client for caring for their horses over many years.
- •Camilla: Named by one owner as the vet who assessed their horse and talked them through what was needed to restore its health.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.9/5 from 51 reviews.
- •Reviews are mostly very positive, with owners describing the team as caring, trustworthy, professional, and pleasant to deal with.
- •Horse owners mention responsive on-site care, including a call-out for a horse with a swollen leg and praise for calm handling.
- •Several reviewers value the practice’s straight-talking approach, appreciating practical advice without pressure to buy unnecessary treatments.
- •Compassionate support during serious and end-of-life cases stands out strongly, though one more mixed recent review mentioned some areas were lacking and would be raised directly with the practice.

