Medivet Llandaff North

Co-owned by Joao Mario Martins Bigares

4.5 /5
326 reviews

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Cats
Dogs

Free on street parking

Meet our Partner, Joao Mario Martins Bigares

I graduated as a Veterinary Surgeon in Portugal 16 years ago and have been living in the UK for 10 years, initially working as a companion animal vet while finishing my PhD at Cardiff University. I joined the team at Medivet Llandaff North as a Partner in December 2020. Since arriving in the UK, I've worked in multiple roles as an emergency vet and have been a Clinical Director and Senior Clinical Director. I have a keen interest in emergency surgery, avian and wildlife medicine.

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Opening Hours

Mon  -  Open now
Tue  -  Open now
Wed  -  Open now
Thu  -  Open now
Fri  -  Open now
Sat  -  Open now
Sun  -  Open now

Our opening hours are subject to change.

Out of hours practice

Valley Veterinary Hospital

02920 001454

Unit 2C Gwaelod y Garth Industrial Estate, Gwaelod y Garth, Cardiff, CF15 9AA

Consult fee from £225 inc VAT. Prices are subject to change.

Meet the team

Joao Mario Martins Bigares

Partner

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Joao Mario Martins Bigares

Partner

I graduated as a Veterinary Surgeon in Portugal 16 years ago and have been living in the UK for 10 years, initially working as a companion animal vet while finishing my PhD at Cardiff University. I joined the team at Medivet Llandaff North as a Partner in December 2020. Since arriving in the UK, I've worked in multiple roles as an emergency vet and have been a Clinical Director and Senior Clinical Director. I have a keen interest in emergency surgery, avian and wildlife medicine.

Johann Van Rooyen

Veterinary Surgeon

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Libby Messenbird

Veterinary Surgeon

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Laura Edmunds

Head Veterinary Nurse

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Laura Edmunds

Head Veterinary Nurse

I have been working at Medivet Llandaff North since 2018, starting as a patient care assistant and am now head nurse. I am currently studying to become a clinical animal behaviourist. At home I have a border collie, 3 cats and a bearded dragon.

Tom Lloyd-Griffiths

Veterinary Nurse

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Elise Frampton

Student Veterinary Nurse

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Jayson Collier

Student Veterinary Nurse

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Charlie Griffiths

Student Veterinary Nurse

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Julia Watkins

Client Care Assistant

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Julia Watkins

Client Care Assistant

I joined the Medivet Llandaff North team in July 2025 and love greeting our furry friends on reception and their humans. I also enjoy travelling, cwtching up with a good book and my cavapoo Baxter, and volunteering with the Church in Wales.

Ann Marie Bateman

Client Care Assistant

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Sophie Richens

Student Veterinary Nurse

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Suzanne Davey

Client Care Assistant

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Suzanne Davey

Client Care Assistant

Suzanne is our CCA. She enjoys going on holidays with her husband and two sons. She has a bearded dragon called Spike and a labradoodle called Jasper who loves taking 'her' on long walks!

Megan Barnaby

Practice Manager

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Megan Barnaby

Practice Manager

I have been working for Medivet since 2015. I qualified as an RVN in 2018 and have been a working as a HRVN for 4 1/2 years. I was looking for a new challenge. I started my new role as Practice Manger in October 2024. I am very excited to work with our Dinas Powys, Cowbridge and Llandaff North clinics. In my spare time I love to travel, exercise and walk my Cairn Terrier Tillie.

Gayle Farrell

Client Care Assistant

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Gayle Farrell

Client Care Assistant

I joined Medivet in 2025 after working in the NHS for 22 years. I enjoy meeting our clients and of course their owners, ensuring both receive a warm welcome to our practice. Outside of work, I enjoy travelling and volunteering as a Technical Official for Welsh Athletics.

Our Prices

Standard Healthcare Plan*
Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours) £59.00 £53.10
New puppy first appointment** Free Free
Annual vaccination booster £73.00 Included
Annual vaccination booster incl. Kennel Cough £105.00 Included
Vaccination puppy course 1st + 2nd £103.00 Included
Vaccination puppy course 1st + 2nd + 3rd*** £133.00 Included
Castration (procedure only fee) from £257 from £231.3
Spay (procedure only fee) from £326 from £293.4
Medivet Healthcare Plan from £17.50 Save £280* a year

*Our clients save up to £280 every year on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Plus get a minimum of 10% discounts on all medical care.

**One complimentary puppy or kitten consultation per pet, limited to two pets per client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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Standard Healthcare Plan*
Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours) £59.00 £53.10
New kitten first appointment** Free Free
Annual vaccination booster £73.00 Included
Vaccination kitten course 1st + 2nd £110.00 Included
Vaccination kitten course 1st + 2nd + 3rd*** £144.00 Included
Castration (procedure only fee) £104.00 £93.60
Spay (procedure only fee) £132.00 £118.80
Medivet Healthcare Plan £15.50 Save £280* a year

*Our clients save up to £280 every year on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Plus get a minimum of 10% discounts on all medical care.

**One complimentary puppy or kitten consultation per pet, limited to two pets per client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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Featured Services

Vaccinations

Vaccinations

Protect your pet from a number of serious illnesses by making sure their vaccinations are all up to date.

Parasite Care

Parasite Care

Keep your pet - and house - free from parasites with regular flea, tick and worming treatments.

Pet Neutering

Pet Neutering

Neutering is a medical procedure that prevents pets from being able to reproduce, and comes with a host of other health benefits.

Microchipping

Microchipping

Microchipping is an easy and pain-free way of keeping track of your precious pets should they wander or get lost.

Vaccinations

Protect your pet from a number of serious illnesses by making sure their vaccinations are all up to date.

Parasite Care

Keep your pet - and house - free from parasites with regular flea, tick and worming treatments.

Pet Neutering

Neutering is a medical procedure that prevents pets from being able to reproduce, and comes with a host of other health benefits.

Microchipping

Microchipping is an easy and pain-free way of keeping track of your precious pets should they wander or get lost.

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Services we offer

With our 15-minute consultations, you have enough time to ask our expert vets any - and every - question you might have regarding your pet’s health and lifestyle.

Your local Medivet practice will be able to issue an Animal Health Certificate for EU travel.

Caring for all aspects of your pet’s oral health is easy with our excellent dental facilities.

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, non-invasive test used to detect certain defects in your pet’s heart.

Quick and efficient testing at our state-of-the-art in-house laboratories is just one aspect of the exceptional care we offer.

Receive expert advice from our experienced nurses on keeping your pet healthy and happy.

Our specialist orthopaedic theatres mean we can confidently treat conditions that affect your pet’s musculoskeletal system.

A pet ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique used to view your pet's internal organs and identify potential issues.

We use x-ray machines to quickly diagnose issues that might affect your pet.

Reviews

4.5 /5
326 reviews
Survey
1.0/5
Feb 23, 2026
Survey Medivet
a lot of mistakes on my cat's notes following illness. He had covid on the 17/01/2026 and the vet linked it to food intolerance on the 20/12/2025 which meant that I lost £1,016 in vet fees from my insurance who denied the claim. I will report the matter to Ombusdman as this is malpractice. I was treated very badly during the appointment. I have ASD and ADHD, I was told that if I didn't want to pay the bill, then my kitten would have to be put down. When my mother organised for the PDSA to take on his care, I then was told that the fees would be covered by the insurance and that Medivets would make a direct claim, my mum was asked to pay the excess. Medivets then refused to make the claim themselves and denied that this conversation ever took place. The notes were so bad that the claim was denied. If this is not resolved then not only I will make a formal complaint, report this to the Ombusdman and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons but also change Vets. My mum has 1 dog and 2 cats with Medivets and she will also change vets.
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 23, 2026
Survey Medivet
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Google
5.0/5
Feb 21, 2026
Google Medivet
Very good experience here. Staff lovely & vet very thorough.
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 21, 2026
Survey Medivet
Easy to book appointment. Reception staff very helpful. Vet was very thorough & explained her procedures & prescribed medication to us.
Survey
3.0/5
Feb 21, 2026
Survey Medivet
It is clear to see that the vetenry staff really like and respond to our animals.
Believe it or not, this hasn't always been the case in other veterinary practices that I have used in the past.
Google
5.0/5
Feb 20, 2026
Google Medivet
After a sudden decline of health for our very old Staffy girl Mia left us totally devastated and needing to get her here quickly. After a distressing conversation with a vet nurse we were given a time soon after, after they made a slight adjustment to their appointments. We arrived distraught knowing our Beautiful girl would not return home with us. Us both and Mia were shown compassion, understanding and time and they were so gentle with her. We felt the love and dedication the nurses have to work with animals and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all that you do. We Can't wait to have her back home again, while her spirit flys high in a pain free warm sunny meadow. 💔
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 15, 2026
Survey Medivet
Appointments now offered on a Saturday and Sunday making life much easier for me. The vet was very knowledgable and easy to talk too gave great advice about my senior dog and pointed me in the right direction to treat successfully with ear wash.
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 14, 2026
Survey Medivet
Very happy with the practice.
The service, information provided, and level of care have all been excellent.
Professional and reassuring throughout - thank you!!
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 13, 2026
Survey Medivet
The vet nurse we saw was very knowledgable and gave us good advice to help reduce the weight of our one cat who is a little overweight - the other 2 are a healthy weight. Receptionist was very friendly too and there was a lovely atmosphere at the practice.
Survey
2.0/5
Feb 12, 2026
Survey Medivet
My appt was at 10 am . The vet I was seeing arrived at the practice at 10.10 am. Then kept me waiting another 10to15 mins

  • Your vet in Llandaff North

    At Medivet Llandaff North, we're passionate about your pet's welfare. We constantly strive to deliver exceptional care, and with a fantastic team of committed and experienced professionals, you'll find a wide range of services and facilities.

    We look forward to welcoming you and your pet to our practice.

We offer Healthcare Plans

Our clients save up to £280 each year with the Medivet Healthcare Plan.

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