MSK Vets – Vets in Melton Mowbray
Clinic Overview
MSK Vets is an independent veterinary referral clinic in Melton Mowbray focused on musculoskeletal problems and pain management for dogs and cats, working alongside your regular vet. It is set up for arthritis, joint pain, lameness investigations and mobility support, with gait-analysis appointments featuring prominently in owner feedback. Recent reviews continue to highlight thorough assessments, detailed reporting, clear explanations of options, and a calm approach with anxious or reactive dogs.
Services
- •Musculoskeletal referral assessments for dogs and cats, including arthritis, joint pain, mobility issues and lameness investigations.
- •Gait analysis is a core part of the clinic’s work, with owners regularly mentioning treadmill-based assessment alongside observational and clinical examination, detailed reports, and baseline monitoring for future comparison.
- •Diagnostic imaging, including radiography / X-rays, CT scanning and ultrasound. Recent reviews mention scans and ultrasound being used during workups for lameness, hip and knee problems, and ongoing mobility concerns.
- •Pain management and treatment planning, including hydrogel injections, with owners describing careful discussions around possible next steps and treatment options tailored to the individual dog. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell therapy are also listed.
- •Orthopaedic rehabilitation and mobility support, including ongoing care plans with weight management and exercise guidance.
- •Working dog management, reflected in reviews from owners seeking proactive assessment for active dogs involved in canicross and gun dog training.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
- •Adam is repeatedly praised for gait-analysis consultations and musculoskeletal assessments. Owners describe him as patient, thorough, and especially good with anxious, reactive, or lively dogs, taking time to explain findings and options clearly.
- •Drew is mentioned positively for clear, practical discussions after assessment, including talking through treatment options and next steps in straightforward language. One recent review also describes vet Drew as superb during a detailed gait-analysis and scan workup.
- •Kelly is named warmly for helping owners and dogs feel settled, particularly nervous dogs. Reviews refer to nurse Kelly as supportive and welcoming.
- •Arianna is named in a recent review as part of a gait-analysis visit.
Reviews
Google reviews sit at 5.0 stars from 82 reviews.
- •Thorough gait analysis remains the standout theme, with owners frequently describing treadmill-based assessments, careful clinical examination, and detailed written reports that set out possible next steps.
- •The team is often praised for handling nervous, anxious, or reactive dogs well, giving them time to settle, building rapport, and adapting appointments around each dog’s pace and comfort.
- •Communication is a consistent strength, with repeated mentions of clear explanations, option-based planning, and a willingness to answer questions in detail without making owners feel rushed.
- •Overall experience is described very positively, with reviews highlighting friendly staff, smooth referral arrangements, thoughtful follow-through, and good experiences with imaging such as scans and ultrasound.

