Kent Equine Hospital

Kent Equine Hospital is an independent, 100% equine clinic in Maidstone serving horses, ponies and donkeys, with full hospital and surgical facilities and its own out-of-hours emergency cover. It appears set up for both hospital-based procedures and ambulatory visits, including surgery, endoscopy/scoping, lameness work and breeding support. Recent feedback continues to highlight prompt emergency attendance, clear communication during treatment, and thoughtful follow-up care.

Services

•Emergency and ambulatory care: The clinic offers its own emergency cover rather than outsourcing it. Reviews describe urgent attendance for suspected colic within the hour, along with reassuring phone support, action plans and follow-up care; more recent feedback also mentions a vet visit that felt calm and reassuring from start to finish.
•Hospital procedures and surgery: Website information indicates full hospital and surgical facilities, including surgery, laparoscopy and orthopaedic surgery. Review examples include a small surgery for a yearling with regular updates throughout treatment.
•Internal medicine and diagnostics: Listed areas include internal medicine, with specialty interests in cardiology and ophthalmology. Recent reviews mention treatment for an irregular heart rhythm requiring cardioversion as well as ongoing care for severe gastric ulcers.
•Gastroscopy/scoping and ulcer work-ups: Reviews mention a scope to check for ulcers, alongside positive comments about the facilities and overall handling.
•Dentistry and lameness-related care: Website-grounded services include dentistry and lameness work. Reviewers mention teeth extractions and care for laminitis.
•Breeding and routine equine support: The clinic lists reproductive services, pre-purchase examinations and equine health plans. Reviews also mention support with a breeding programme.
•Training facility: The clinic is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

•Katie / Dr Katie: Repeatedly mentioned for overseeing a yearling’s surgery with clear communication, and for breeding programme advice described as invaluable.
•Olivia (vet): Praised for an emergency colic visit, with reviewers highlighting calm handling, reassurance and follow-up care.
•Alison (phone/reception): Mentioned for being efficient and reassuring during an emergency call.
•Alex: Thanked in a recent review for a reassuring visit and kind handling of a mare.

Reviews

Kent Equine Hospital has a 4.5-star Google rating from 72 reviews. Recent written feedback is very positive, with recurring themes including

•Strong emergency and urgent-care support: reviewers describe fast attendance for suspected colic, reassuring phone advice, and a calm, well-managed process during stressful situations.
•Confidence in hospital treatment: recent examples include cardioversion for an irregular heart rhythm, treatment and monitoring for gastric ulcers, small surgery, scoping, and teeth extractions.
•Clear communication and kindness: owners frequently mention regular updates, patient explanations, and staff who are calm, compassionate and supportive with both horse and owner.
•Facilities and overall experience: comments refer to lovely or first-class facilities, with positive feedback spanning the team from reception through to the vets.

Reviews for Kent Equine Hospital

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 72 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Alisha Fuller

2 months ago

Honestly cannot thank this vet practice for everything they have done for my horse Balou. Balou first came here with an irregular heart rhythm. that required cardioversion. or he would need to be retired or put to sleep. I was absolutely terrified. The thought of losing him was unbearable, and those moments were some of the darkest I’ve ever faced as an owner. The skill, calmness, and care shown by the vets during his cardioversion quite literally saved his life. I will never forget the relief, the tears, and the overwhelming gratitude when he came through it. After the cardioversion, Balou then went on to develop severe grade 4 gastric ulcers. Just when I thought we’d been through the worst, we were facing another battle. Once again, this team stepped in with compassion, understanding, and unwavering support. They listened to all of my worries, acted quickly, explained everything patiently, and never once made me feel like I was overreacting or asking too much. Throughout everything, they didn’t just treat Balou as a case they treated him as the much loved horse he is, and they treated me like someone who was hurting and scared. That kindness meant more to me than they’ll ever know. Thanks to their dedication, knowledge, and genuine care, Balou has come through a dangerous heart rhythm! severe ulcers. which are now all GONE!!!! Seeing him brighter, healthier, and more himself again is something I will never take for granted. Balou isn’t “just a horse” he is my safe place, and my reason to keep going on hard days. This team didn’t just save his life, they gave me my world back. I would recommend this vet practice to anyone without hesitation. They are truly exceptional at what they do, and I trust them completely with Balou. Thank you, from the very bottom of my heart.

Julie Kimber-Wilson

Absolutely amazing. Service was second to none Came out for my mare today and the whole process was so reassuring and not even in the slightest stressful🥰Alex was an absolute star with my mare and I cannot thank kent equine enough (Lillie)

Sarah Stevenson

Our (largely) retired horse was asked to give blood recently by KEH. The procedure was carried out calmly and efficiently so no sedation required and he chomped hay throughout. All the very best to the patient he's helped. And we all say thamk you for the flowers.

David Rumsey

12 months ago

Katie and her team at Kent Equine Hospital have gone above and beyond to help keep my horses well. Recently our yearling had to have a small surgery which was handled with care and kindness, really helping to relieve some of the worry surrounding the procedure. Regular communication and clear advice and information has been given thru out. Katie has also been involved with our breeding program and her knowledge and advice has been invaluable. We are very fortunate to have an independent practice close by who also offer their own out of hours service. It is reassuring to know that the vets actually know us and our horses. I would highly recommend Kent Equine Hospital.

Nathan Charles

1 year ago

Chris Liebscher

Louise Heywood

My horse recently went for a scope to check for ulcers. Friendly staff and lovely facilities. Procedure was reasonably priced. Very happy with the service, would use again.

Jules Davis

Fantastic Equine Hospita with first class facilities, can’t praise this practice enough, our 2 mini Shetland’s received exceptional care for teeth extractions and lamanatis. The whole team from reception to Dr Katie were an absolute pleasure to deal with. Would highly recommend.