A CITY-based vet has been crowed the best in Worcestershire.

Vets4Pets on Blackpole Road has been named the best in the county after scooping the accolade at the BestUKVets Awards.

The team won the award Best Vet in Worcestershire award and said it was thanks to their hard work. 

Jonathan Niccol, Vets4Pets Worcester practice owner and veterinary surgeon, said: “I was thrilled for my team to get the recognition they deserved for the unwavering dedication they have for their patients and clients.

CELEBRATE: Vets4Pets staff receiving the award.CELEBRATE: Vets4Pets staff receiving the award. (Image: Vets4Pets) "The fact that the entire team is available seven days a week and will stay after hours and do whatever is needed to save a patient makes me incredibly proud.”

The BestUKVets Awards highlight outstanding veterinary practices across the UK by rewarding those with the highest number of positive online reviews from satisfied clients over a 12-month period.

It is based on the volume of 4 and 5-star online reviews received over the past year.

Kevin Bourne, client services manager, said: "The comments from our clients are so important to show our team how much their hard work and dedication are appreciated.

"We are grateful to all of them who take the time to craft such thoughtful words - it means so much to us all."