Specialist Vets in Greater Manchester

This is a locally owned Vets4Pets practice (Companion Care Ltd) with a modern, well‑equipped setup (in‑house lab, digital imaging, operating theatre, separate dog/cat wards, and an isolation unit). The website positions it for surgery and advanced diagnostics (including orthopaedics, cardiology workups, endoscopy and ultrasound), and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

From the latest reviews, owners most often describe

• •Good clinical communication and compassion in difficult moments, including detailed explanations and support around pet loss.
• •Ability to see small/exotic pets when needed (e.g., an emergency appointment for a pet mouse with gentle handling and medication provided).
• •A repeated operational drawback: overbooking and long waits, with reports of appointments running 30–40 minutes late (and sometimes over an hour) and a noisy, stressful waiting room for pets.

Valley Vetcare is set up for both routine care and urgent problems (emergency veterinary services are listed), with reviews repeatedly describing longer, unrushed appointments and a focus on keeping pets calm. Owners give concrete examples such as staff using treats and distraction during injections for a large dog, and vets helping nervous cats feel settled during vaccinations and checks. The practice is also mentioned for compassionate end-of-life support, including a condolence card and returning ashes alongside keepsakes (paw prints and a small vial of fur). Pricing comes up in mixed terms: one reviewer found vaccinations “quite high” versus a previous vet, while others say the monthly plans are “great value for money.”

Vets for Pets is a practice that, per its website messaging, describes its branches as “locally owned.” It’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews most often talk about dental work and surgery, and about how the team handles end-of-life care.

Concrete examples mentioned by owners include

• •Dental surgery with multiple extractions plus a scale and polish, with aftercare that included a follow-up appointment and a phone call after surgery.
• •Investigations such as blood tests and an ultrasound before a diagnosis in a longer-term case.
• •Euthanasia appointments where owners specifically thanked the receptionist, vet, and euthanasia nurse for how they handled the visit.
• •Pet/health plans being available and used.

Vets Now (Manchester) is part of the Vets Now group and is set up as a 24/7 emergency and speciality hospital (including bank holidays), offering both first-opinion out-of-hours care and referral work. The website highlights specialist/referral clinicians and “diagnostics and treatment all under one roof,” with listed specialties including cardiology, internal medicine, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, and diagnostic imaging.

From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe fast triage and being seen quickly even overnight or on major holidays, plus clear explanations of options (including situations where staff did not push owners into the most expensive route). Specific examples mentioned include phone guidance for toxin ingestion symptoms, inpatient intensive care with tube/drip feeding, and CT scanning leading to surgery for a splenic mass.

Ashleigh Veterinary Centre offers general pet veterinary care and also sees exotic and avian species (with an “exotic only” branch referenced on its website). Reviews describe both routine and complex care: spay surgery for a dog, a flank spay for a guinea pig after assessment found a heart murmur, and same-day treatment for a constipated bearded dragon (laxatives). Owners also mention practical touches around end-of-life care, including keepsakes (fur vial and paw-print mould) and a condolence card sent afterwards. One recent review raises a serious complaint about medication advice for a corn snake and the way the follow-up conversation/refund request was handled, contrasting with many other reports of thorough explanations and time for questions.

Swinton Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. From the evidence available, this practice is set up for both routine care and urgent/surgical cases: reviews describe pets being “rushed in” for emergency surgery, cruciate ligament surgery with aftercare, and planned procedures like castration and tooth removal. Owners also mention practical support around appointments and admin (reminder calls and help with insurance-claim paperwork), plus in-hospital updates during a pet’s stay (including WhatsApp messages and photos). The clinic is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Companion Care (Salford) Ltd is a Companion Care practice based inside a Pets at Home store, set up as a modern, well‑equipped clinic with an in‑house lab and pharmacy plus digital X‑ray and ultrasound. The website also lists an operating theatre, hospital ward and isolation unit, suggesting it can manage both routine appointments and more involved cases.

In recent reviews, owners describe both strong clinical support (including a pyometra case and detailed medication reminders) and inconsistent communication at other times—particularly around test results and how “worst‑case” possibilities are explained. Multiple reviewers specifically single out reception/aftercare staff for keeping them informed during delays and for follow‑up support.

Park Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice that’s part of the Regan Veterinary Group, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The website highlights on-site diagnostics (in-house lab work, X‑ray, ultrasound) and dental facilities, plus surgical options including keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery and orthopaedics/soft tissue surgery.

In the latest reviews, owners most often describe clear explanations and continuity of care (including follow-up calls with results “when they said they would”), and specific case examples include eye problems treated with prescribed medication, keyhole neutering, and ongoing care for a heart condition. A few recent reviews raise concerns about communication and unexpected costs—one owner says an anti-sickness injection was given before neutering without being discussed first and was charged at £70, while another reports being told too late that an Animal Health Certificate appointment couldn’t be booked.

Vets on the Meowve is a home-visit veterinary service operating from a specially designed mobile veterinary surgery, established by Registered Veterinary Nurse Christine Dixon. Based on the website and recent reviews, it’s geared towards doing many “in-practice” type jobs without your pet needing to travel—ranging from routine vaccinations and health checks to procedures performed in the mobile unit.

Owners repeatedly mention

• •thorough, unhurried exams with clear explanations of care and costs before treatment
• •procedures carried out via the mobile clinic (for example, lump removals), with pets recovering at home afterwards
• •support for anxious pets (and owners with mobility/health limitations) because appointments happen in the pet’s familiar environment

Milnrow Village Vets Ltd is an independent practice (not a corporate group) that opened on 10 July 2023 and is owned by two vets (the website describes them as experienced). Based on the website and recent reviews, it’s set up for routine care and first-opinion cases (consults, vaccines, microchipping, dental care and surgery), with some thoughtful touches around reducing stress and supporting owners through difficult appointments.

Concrete details owners mention include

• •A bereavement room used during euthanasia appointments, described as “a welcome touch in an awful situation.”
• •A separate space/room for dogs and cats, which one reviewer says reduces stress for animals.
• •Follow-up support after a pet’s death (a reviewer describes the team calling afterwards to talk things through).
• •Time spent in consults to listen and investigate an ongoing problem, with one owner saying this was missing at their previous vet.

The clinic also states it accepts student placements (vets/vet nurses) under supervision, and is a veterinary nurse training facility.

Manchester Cat Clinic is an independent, family-run, feline-only veterinary practice that opened in May 2023 after renovating an older veterinary surgery building. The clinic is set up specifically for cats, with a stated Gold Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation and facilities including an in-house lab, dental facilities, and imaging facilities. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe a calm, cat-focused environment (for example, Feliway diffusers around the clinic and being allowed to let nervous cats explore the room), and several mention clear explanations of what’s being done and why, including upfront conversations about costs. One detailed account describes dental surgery alongside work-up and management planning for hyperthyroidism and heart disease, with updates provided on the day of surgery and WhatsApp messaging for questions.

Medivet Billinge is part of the Medivet group (not an independent practice) and is described in structured data as a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic appears set up for routine appointments as well as urgent same-day problems: one owner reports being seen as a same-day emergency for a dog that couldn’t walk and was in significant pain, despite not being registered at the time. Reviews repeatedly mention clear explanations during consults and a calm, organised clinic environment; one owner also describes pre-anaesthetic blood tests being taken before an elderly dog’s planned dental procedure to check fitness for anaesthesia.

Woodcroft Veterinary Group is a group of six practices with a veterinary hospital, providing routine, referral, and emergency care (established in 1976, per its website). The website describes hospital-level facilities including separate cat and dog wards, six operating theatres, CT, x‑ray, ultrasound, lab facilities, and a visiting MRI service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe clear communication and practical decision-making (for example, vets “answered all my questions,” explained medication, and one owner says they “never feel…charged unnecessarily”). Reviews also mention ongoing management of age-related issues with medication, and a “major op” with “outstanding” care.

Darley House Veterinary Centre Ltd is an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic and treats cats, dogs, and several small pets (including rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and hamsters). The clinic advertises on-site diagnostic capability including an in-house laboratory and endoscopy, plus nurse clinics and pet wellness screening. Emergency care is also stated as available.

From recent reviews, owners most often describe compassionate handling in difficult situations (including cancer discussions and very unwell cats), and they also mention practical positives like being able to get appointments without too much difficulty. Pricing is a point of disagreement: one recent reviewer reported very high charges for an X‑ray and medication, while others explicitly felt the team prioritised the animal’s health over money.

(Ownership/group is not stated in the provided sources.)

T.A. Irving Veterinary Surgery offers routine and preventive care alongside access to specialist support (soft tissue and orthopaedic listed on its website). The clinic promotes a Premier Pet Care Plan that bundles vaccinations, parasite treatment and regular check-ups, and it also offers free nurse consultations (including dental hygiene advice and weight clinics). Reviews repeatedly mention compassionate end-of-life care (including a staff member making a personal follow-up phone call after a pet’s passing), thorough first-vaccination appointments that included a full health check, and calm handling of a very nervous cat over multiple years. The practice is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and provides an out-of-hours emergency arrangement via an emergency number (obtained by calling the surgery number, per the website).

Manchester Veterinary Centre describes itself as a purpose-built practice and lists Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) registration. It’s also recorded as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a mix of routine care (booster vaccinations and health checks) and in-practice procedures requiring sedation or general anaesthetic—such as sedating a dog to treat an ear infection and dental extractions under GA. End-of-life care is also specifically mentioned, including a condolence card sent afterwards.

Some reviewers refer to the practice as “Willows Vets”; based on the information provided, it’s unclear whether this is an alternate name or a separate brand—so it’s worth being aware of that naming inconsistency.

This practice operates under the Vets for Pets brand and describes itself as a family-run, locally owned clinic. It’s set up as a general small-animal practice with on-site diagnostics and inpatient facilities (including an in-house lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound, a hospital ward and an isolation unit). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

From the latest reviews, experiences are mixed: many owners describe being able to get appointments when needed and getting clear pre-op and aftercare explanations (spaying is specifically mentioned). Others report serious concerns including missed deterioration/misdiagnosis and feeling rushed toward major decisions (surgery or euthanasia) without enough discussion of options.

White Cross Vets Walkden is part of the White Cross Vets group (the website states the group has 21 practices). Based on the clinic data and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine procedures and ongoing medical management, with emergency veterinary services listed in the clinic data and a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include

• •Same-day appointment for a non-healing wound after calling shortly before 2pm and being seen at 2:30.
• •Castration surgery discussed in detail by one owner, including a smooth pick-up process with reception support.
• •Longer-term case management for canine diabetes and declining eyesight, with owners describing regular updates on treatment/progress.
• •A sharp split in experiences around billing/urgency: one review describes feeling pressured to settle a bill soon after euthanasia and concerns about delayed escalation to surgery; many others describe clear explanations and a calm experience for their pets.

MCR Vets Limited describes itself as a new independent veterinary practice, and reviews repeatedly refer to it as privately run. Based on the website and recent client accounts, the clinic appears set up for both routine care and urgent/surgical work—with owners mentioning everything from kitten neutering to orthopaedic surgery for luxating patella.

Decision-relevant specifics owners mention

• •Online booking deposit policy: a £30 deposit is required for online bookings; it’s refunded at the appointment if a health-plan visit is included, and refunded for cancellations made in advance; no-shows aren’t refunded (website).
• •Day-of-surgery communication: one owner reports regular updates throughout the day during their dog’s knee surgery, plus a detailed post-op care plan.
• •Follow-up accessibility: owners mention the team being responsive to questions by phone/WhatsApp.
• •Mixed experiences with the lead vet: many reviews praise clear explanations, but one recent 1-star review alleges serious concerns around communication, record/report handling, and clinical decisions—contradicting the majority of recent feedback.

Shaw Vets promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations and provides an Out of Hours web page with guidance on what to do in an emergency outside normal hours. Recent reviews most often describe a clean, well-run practice and vets who take time with appointments—examples include being patient and gentle with an elderly, nervous dog, and an end-of-life cat visit where the vet checked everything, didn’t rush the owner, and arranged for payment to be handled privately rather than at a busy front desk. One of the latest reviews appears to reference a different practice name (“Crown Vets”), so not every review can be confidently matched to Shaw Vets.

Sunrise Veterinary Surgery is an independent practice (established 2009) and is RCVS accredited. The website describes a purpose-designed clinic with on-site facilities including diagnostic imaging, a diagnostic laboratory, operating theatre, and a preparation/dental theatre, suggesting it’s set up to handle routine care as well as surgical and dental work in-house. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe unrushed, thorough consultations (including discussion of blood test results) and multiple people mention not being upsold or pushed into extras. There are also reports of being fitted in quickly on a Saturday morning for an unwell dog.

Bolton Central Vets for Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (described on the Vets4Pets site as “locally owned”). Based on recent reviews, the practice is used for both routine consults and procedures (including a cherry eye operation), and also sees exotic pets such as reptiles. Several owners highlight longer, explanation-led appointments (rather than being “in and out” with medication), respectful end-of-life care where owners could stay with their pet, and personal follow-ups such as a handwritten sympathy card after a loss. The clinic is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Medivet Heaton Chapel (Lea Green Veterinary Centre) is part of the Medivet group (a multi-practice provider with 400+ veterinary practices and 27 24-hour centres). The practice is set up for routine appointments and urgent day-to-day problems, with owners frequently mentioning quick appointment availability and visits for minor injuries. Medivet also states it provides access to 24-hour emergency care via its network, with a nationwide overnight emergency consultation fee of £130 (for consultations between 7pm–9am).

Owners’ recent comments most often focus on practical experience: being able to get appointments quickly, reception handling changes to bookings flexibly, and vets/teams giving advice and recommendations that people found helpful.

Vets for Pets describes itself as a locally owned practice with modern facilities, including an in-house lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound, an operating theatre, hospital ward, and isolation unit, plus separate cat and dog waiting areas/wards. The site lists a wide range of diagnostics and surgery (including cruciate surgery, fracture repair, endoscopy, and chemotherapy/cancer treatment), suggesting it’s set up for more than just routine vaccinations.

From the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly distinguish between the clinical team and the front desk experience: several describe vets/nurses taking time to comfort pets and owners (including during euthanasia and when handling anxious dogs), while multiple reviewers report rude or unwelcoming reception interactions. A small number of reviews raise concerns about prescription policies/refunds and a microchipping visit where an owner alleges their kitten returned with a bleeding neck and was advised to rebook for an additional charge.

TEAV Ltd (trading as The Exotic Animal Vets) is a specialist-led exotics practice. The clinic’s website states it is led by an RCVS Recognised Specialist (Molly). Reviews repeatedly describe complex exotic cases being managed in-house (for example hamster bladder-stone surgery and an axolotl emergency), alongside routine care like nail clips and health checks for birds.

Owners also mention practical, case-specific support: one reviewer says Dr. Molly had them film the medication process during an axolotl emergency to make sure home treatment was done correctly. Multiple reviews describe unhurried appointments and time given for difficult decisions, including calm, supported euthanasia (PTS). One reviewer reports a missed call-back at a busy time, which they were told was due to unexpected emergency admissions.

Briar Dawn Veterinary Centre Ltd is a small-animal practice (established in 2004) treating dogs, cats and several small pets (including rabbits, ferrets and guinea pigs). No corporate group ownership is mentioned in the available information.

The clinic lists in-house diagnostics (including an on-site lab, X‑ray and ultrasound) and offers both routine care and surgery, including an orthopaedic surgery referral service. It also states Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver) status and RCVS Core Standards accreditation, and is noted as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Review experiences are mixed: several owners describe compassionate support during difficult times and thorough, explanatory consults (including being shown how to give ear drops), while a few recent reviews allege being pushed toward costly options (notably dentistry) or feeling dismissed in diet/allergy discussions.

Crown House Vets is a general small-animal practice offering routine care (wellness screenings, vaccinations and pet nutrition guidance) and emergency care. Recent reviews describe the clinic making room for urgent problems the same day (for example, a cat with blood in urine being “squeezed in” at the end of the day), and staff taking specific steps to reduce stress for anxious pets (including offering a calming aromatherapy spray while waiting). Pricing comes through as mixed: one owner paid £105 for a consultation plus medications and felt it was good value, while another reports being charged £435 for euthanasia and cremation and says the cost wasn’t made clear upfront.

Wigan Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group and is an RCVS-accredited small animal general practice with in-house diagnostics (lab testing, digital x-ray and ultrasound) and an operating theatre. Reviews describe care for both routine and ongoing conditions, including regular blood tests to monitor long-term medication (one owner mentions Cushing’s disease management for a senior dog). Several owners also mention follow-ups after procedures (for example, messaging the day after neutering) and compassionate end-of-life support (including a condolence card after a pet was put to sleep). One recent review highlights a downside: delays when emergencies arise, with uncertainty over waiting time.

PetMedics Veterinary Surgeons - Salford is part of the PetMedics Veterinary Surgeons group (three practices). The group website describes access to both first-opinion care and a certificate-led referral/emergency & critical care hospital within the wider group, plus an on-site pet shop (at the hospital site). Public information about availability is mixed: the website describes a dedicated 24-hour emergency service with full-time night staff, while Google lists limited opening days/hours for this clinic.

From the latest reviews available to us, owners most consistently describe

• •a welcoming front-of-house experience (“made to feel welcome”) and staff who are “friendly and helpful”
• •staff remembering pets and owners over time (including knowing “all the pets that are coming in”)
• •dogs being actively helped to feel comfortable during visits (treats, cuddles, fuss)

No corporate group ownership is mentioned in the available information; it presents as “Andrew Melling Ltd” / “Andrew Melling B.V.Sc MRCVS.” The practice is set up for equine and farm-animal work (including animals kept as pets), with multiple reviews describing vets travelling out for emergencies and procedures.

Concrete examples owners mention include

• •Emergency call-outs for horses/yearlings, including out-of-hours responsiveness being specifically praised.
• •Ongoing treatment of a chronic toe granuloma in a pet sheep, including repeat removal/treatment and then a toe-removal procedure arranged within a week.
• •Clear explanations of options and what to expect afterwards (owners cite this as reducing worry).
• •A minority report of administrative/communication problems during registration (one reviewer says they were told registration was complete but later found they were not registered).

The Lane Family Pet Centre (associated in reviews with the Van Dijk/Luck Van Dijk veterinary practice) appears to provide routine small‑animal care for both dogs and cats, with procedures and diagnostics mentioned including spays and blood tests. It’s not clear from the available information whether the practice is independent or part of a larger corporate group.

From the latest reviews, many owners describe long-term use of the practice (including one review citing over 20 years) and day-to-day experiences such as pets being comfortable attending (one owner says their dog “absolutely loves going”). However, there are also detailed complaints about communication and expectations—particularly around how planned blood tests were handled for a cat, and how a spay quote was presented vs billed.

Concrete specifics mentioned

• •Dog spay/neutralisation booking, with an itemised invoice including consumables (e.g., scalpel, nitrile gloves) discussed by a reviewer.
• •Routine blood tests for a cat were booked, but one reviewer says the appointment vet questioned whether testing was needed and the blood draw attempt was unsuccessful.
• •Pets being taken away from the owner during an attempted blood draw is specifically described in one review.
• •One reviewer references a “24 hour care system,” though details aren’t provided.

Bryn Veterinary Centre is a veterinary practice that also operates as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. It appears set up for routine and ongoing care as well as urgent presentations: reviews describe support for diabetic cats, rabbit care (including dematting and vaccination discussions), and same-day attention after a road-traffic accident before transfer to a veterinary hospital. Cost transparency comes up repeatedly—owners mention clear discussions about treatment costs and no “surprise costs”, although one recent review says the clinic has “got sold” and now feels “all about money,” which conflicts with other owners’ experiences. The clinic also offers a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations (as stated in the website summary).

Prestwich Vets4Pets Ltd is a locally owned Vets4Pets practice with on-site diagnostic and surgical facilities (including an in-house lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound, operating theatre, isolation and oxygen chamber, plus separated dog and cat wards). The clinic appears set up for routine care through to surgery and orthopaedics, and it also sees small mammals/exotics (rats are specifically mentioned in reviews; the website lists small mammal medicine and surgery). Recent reviews are mostly positive about outcomes and staff support, but a small number of reviewers describe serious administrative/prescription errors and poor communication, so experiences appear mixed.

Concrete specifics supported by the inputs

• •Small mammal care is a recurring theme in reviews (long-term rat owner) and is also listed on the website (“Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery”).
• •Owners mention being referred on when needed (review notes the team being open about recommending specialist exotic care elsewhere when outside their expertise).
• •Prescription handling is a point of contention: one reviewer describes incorrect pet names and the prescription not being ready when told it was; another alleges repeated prescription and post-op issues.
• •Surgical care is part of the clinic’s remit (website lists soft tissue surgery, airway/ear/cruciate surgery; reviews mention post-surgical recovery—both positively and negatively).

Manchester Street Veterinary Surgery is a veterinary practice with emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care (vaccinations, flea/worm treatment) as well as more involved work-ups and procedures (blood tests, antibiotics, planned dental extractions). Owners also describe being able to get appointments reasonably quickly when worried, including use of telephone consultations (mentioned during social distancing). Feedback about front-desk interactions is mixed: several reviews praise helpful receptionists, but one recent reviewer describes a receptionist as unhelpful and upsetting when asking questions as a new kitten owner.

Beech House Veterinary Surgery is a small-animal practice established in 2009 and listed as an RCVS General Practice. The website describes in-house diagnostic facilities (lab, X‑ray and ultrasound) plus routine care and surgery, alongside referral services in orthopaedics, soft-tissue surgery, cardiology and internal medicine. Review experiences are mixed: several owners describe thoughtful end-of-life support (including candles at reception and condolence cards/poems), while others raise concerns about continuity of vets, front-desk/management interactions, and a reported medication/allergy mix-up.

Concrete details mentioned by owners include staff making visits easier for an energetic dog when other animals are around, and bereavement gestures such as candles and condolence cards. Concerns raised include being mis-titled on prescription paperwork, and one owner alleging they were sent home with a cat with a broken leg and later given ear drops their dog was reportedly allergic to.

Pet Medics Veterinary Surgeons (MiNightVet) is part of the PetMedics group (the website describes three practices) and is set up as a certificate-led referrals, emergency and critical care hospital that also offers first-opinion appointments. The website describes a dedicated 24-hour emergency service on-site, with in-house diagnostics (including CT, ultrasound and X‑ray) and a broad referral offering (orthopaedics, soft tissue and laparoscopic surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, dermatology).

From the latest reviews available, most visits described are urgent, often late-night emergencies; owners repeatedly mention being told to come straight in with no appointment needed. Multiple reviews also describe end-of-life care: being given time in a family room, clear explanations during euthanasia, and thoughtful aftercare such as receiving a condolence card and, when requested, pawprints/fur keepsakes.

Animal Trust Vets CIC Failsworth is part of the Animal Trust Vets CIC group and describes itself as a general practice seeing a high volume of pets each year, with on-site diagnostics (including imaging and lab testing) and surgical capability beyond routine care (orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery are listed). The website also states free consultations, and that when the practice is closed it partners with Bolton Pet A&E Hospital for overnight hospitalisation and emergency A&E (with CT scanning available there if required).

From the latest reviews, owners most often describe

• •Same-day appointments being offered for urgent problems (e.g., a cat with a painful shoulder injury).
• •Active management of complications under sedation, including a report of a dog being resuscitated when breathing stopped.
• •Follow-ups after surgery and ongoing monitoring, including updates on test results and recovery.
• •Support around euthanasia, including help to make the process calm and provision of pawprints.

The clinic is listed as accredited by the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme, and the practice is also noted as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Wendy Lane Vets describes itself as a family-run, independent practice with over 40 years in operation. The website highlights a practice-run Pet Healthcare Plan (explicitly stated as not insurance) aimed at spreading routine-care costs, alongside routine and medical/surgical work. Recent reviews most often mention cat and dog care (including vaccinations/health checks, spay/neuter, and support with anxious pets), plus end-of-life care; one reviewer also describes treatment for guinea pigs including an eye issue. A small number of comments raise billing/charging confusion (a text about an unexpected balance) alongside otherwise positive experiences.

Pennine Vets - Harwood is part of the Pennine Vets small-animal practice group (established in 2004) and sees a wide range of pets beyond dogs and cats (including rabbits, birds, reptiles and fish). Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine care (vaccines, parasite control, neutering), in-house diagnostics (lab tests, X‑ray and ultrasound), and procedures ranging from dentistry to surgery—including a stated soft-tissue surgery referral service.

From the latest reviews available, owners most often mention

• •Supportive handling of end-of-life appointments (patience and empathy during euthanasia).
• •Practical, hands-on help with difficult handling tasks (a dog’s dew claw clipped after sedation and “many treats”).
• •A split experience around administration and follow-up—some praise emergency treatment, while others describe being “bounced” between branches, appointment mix-ups, and unresolved medication issues.

Medivet Tyldesley / Tyldesley Veterinary Centre is part of the Medivet group (a network of veterinary practices with access to 24-hour centres). From the information available, the practice is used for a mix of routine appointments and urgent same-day problems, with multiple reviews describing end-of-life care handled “with dignity” and dental work being booked and completed as “essential dental treatment.”

Owners also report support with longer-term conditions: one detailed review describes diabetes being suspected early in a consultation, confirmed with blood and urine tests, and the team helping the owner learn insulin injections and equipment; when injections became unmanageable, an alternative treatment was suggested and the owner reports improvement. Alongside these positives, one recent 1-star review strongly disputes the standard of chronic-condition management, alleging repeated reliance on steroids/antibiotics without prevention advice and missed underlying infection—so experiences appear mixed depending on case and expectations.

Concrete points mentioned by owners include: being seen immediately in an emergency when other practices couldn’t fit them in; the team keeping a dog for observation after eating a silica gel sachet; dental treatment for an anxious rescue dog with the owner reporting the dog was “not too distressed”; and appointments described as on time and the practice “clean and tidy/spotless.”

Pennine Vets is an RCVS General Practice small-animal clinic established in 2004, with in-house ultrasound, X‑ray and a lab for diagnostics. The practice covers routine care (vaccines, parasite control, microchipping, neutering) as well as surgery and a soft-tissue surgery referral service. In reviews, owners describe both responsive care (including a late Friday urgent appointment for a cat, and pain relief plus a cone provided for a dog with an injured dew claw) and, in contrast, a report of being turned away when a vomiting cat was described as an emergency. Several reviews also mention support around end-of-life care, including a condolence card after euthanasia.

Woodcroft Veterinary Group describes itself as a group of six practices with a “state-of-the-art” veterinary hospital, offering routine, referral and emergency care. The website highlights hospital-level facilities including separate cat/dog wards, multiple operating theatres, CT imaging, ultrasound, x‑ray, in-house lab facilities, and a visiting MRI service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention clear explanations during appointments, support for anxious/difficult-to-handle dogs (including taking the time needed), and a monthly payment option via a “pet club/pet health plan” for routine care.

Ownership/group isn’t stated. The practice treats a range of small pets (including cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters) and is an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic. Reviews repeatedly mention clear, unhurried explanations of treatment options and costs, and several owners describe urgent situations handled quickly (including a dog that ate something toxic). One long-form review also describes a vet not recommending surgery for an older cat when it wasn’t felt to be in the pet’s best interests.

Pike Moor Veterinary Surgeons is described on its website as an independent small-animal practice with 30+ years’ experience. The practice treats a range of pets (“furry, feathery and scaly”) and advertises advanced diagnostics and surgical procedures, alongside routine care like check-ups and vaccinations. For urgent questions, the website says it offers 24/7 digital vet support via the VidiVet app for guidance on next steps.

From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe day-to-day experiences such as a welcoming reception, vets who “do what’s best”, and practical handling techniques (for example, using Kong cheese to distract a new puppy during vaccination). A “VIP system” that “saves you money” is also mentioned by a reviewer, but no prices or inclusions are given.

The Village Veterinary Surgery is part of the Rutland Vets site (rutland-vets.com). It appears set up for day-to-day care plus urgent problems: one reviewer describes phoning after a dog injured herself on a walk and being told “yes straight away,” with the dog seen and looked after as soon as they arrived. Reviews also mention a clean, professional-feeling clinic, and several long-term clients (13.5 years and 20+ years) who say they’ve been able to get appointments quickly when needed. A few owners note how comfortable their pets seem there—one dog “wagging her tail on the way in,” and a normally shy cat being “extremely calm.”

The Avenue Veterinary Clinic is described (in the website information available to us) as part of the Regan Veterinary Group and set up primarily for small animals—including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and small pets such as hamsters, guinea pigs, and gerbils. The same source lists a broad mix of routine care and surgical work (for example dentistry, neutering and other surgery, and diagnostic tests/imaging), plus nurse clinics and home visits. It also states the practice is an RCVS General Practice, and your clinic data notes it is a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.

Lower Place Veterinary Centre is described in reviews as a small clinic providing day-to-day veterinary care as well as end-of-life support. Owners mention specific hands-on care such as examining a very nervous dog without sedation, taking bloods, giving multiple injections, and shaving/mouth examinations. Several reviewers also value what they see as a “no upselling” approach (not being pushed into “expensive, unnecessary tests or treatments”). However, a minority of recent reviews raise practical concerns that may matter for some owners—difficulty getting through by phone, limited availability, comments about the premises being “grubby and dingy,” and one reviewer saying they “didn’t have a permanent vet.”

Little Lane Veterinary Clinic is part of the Regan Veterinary Group and is set up as a small-animal practice (dogs, cats and several small pets are listed on the group website). The clinic also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Based on the website information and recent reviews, it appears geared to both routine care and procedures (vaccinations, parasite control, neutering) as well as sick/urgent presentations. Recent review details are mixed: one owner describes staff providing strong emotional support after a kitten died, while another describes their dog being treated urgently after a dog bite and being “back to her usual self” the same day, with aftercare explained clearly. In contrast, a few reviews raise concerns about high costs and handling/clinical decision-making, including one account of a cat being taken into a back room and heard “wailing,” and another describing a missed or delayed diagnosis/testing.

Marple Veterinary Centre is owned by the IVC Evidensia Group (as described by a long-term client in a recent review). The website describes routine and preventive care for cats, dogs, rabbits and other small pets, plus practical admin services like export certificates and online repeat prescriptions. Reviews add that people often get same-day appointments, and multiple owners mention staff taking time to explain options clearly and help nervous pets stay calm during procedures like blood tests. Pricing is a recurring concern in the latest reviews, including a reported insurance administration charge and complaints about encouragement to add extra services.

Pike Moor Veterinary Surgeons describes itself as an independent small-animal practice with 30+ years of experience. The website highlights routine care alongside advanced diagnostics and surgery, and they also offer 24/7 digital vet support via the VidiVet app.

Recent reviews give concrete examples of the practice adapting appointments for anxious dogs (e.g., using a back door entry and doing vaccinations outdoors). Cat surgery is also specifically mentioned: one owner reports a cat spay with a post-procedure phone call from the vet to explain how it went. A small number of reviews raise a serious concern about confidentiality/data privacy, describing a past incident where an owner’s personal medical information was allegedly shared within the practice.

Bury Road Veterinary Clinic is part of the Regan Veterinary Group (small-animal practice). The clinic offers routine care (vaccinations, parasite control, neutering) alongside dentistry, diagnostics and surgery, and is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In reviews, owners mention practical arrangements such as a separate/back door for reactive dogs, and specific procedures including cat neutering and vaccination plus a full health check. Feedback is mixed on cost and sales approach: some describe “good prices,” while others describe being “very expensive” and feeling upsold, including around after-death arrangements.

Holly House Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice that (per clinic data) is a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on recent reviews, it handles both routine appointments and short-notice problems (one owner says they were fitted in quickly for a broken dew claw), and it provides end-of-life care (a cat euthanasia is described, including time to say goodbye and a condolence card afterwards).

Owner feedback is mixed and sometimes sharply conflicting: some describe attentive, friendly front-desk service from the moment they arrive and clear explanations during visits, while others report poor follow-up on test results, concerns about the clinic’s condition (described as “scruffy”), and repeated complaints about high or unexpected charges (including itemised lab work they say wasn’t explained).

Anrich Vets (Pet Healthcare Centers Ltd) is part of the Northwest Referrals family and provides routine veterinary care for dogs, cats, and small animals. The website emphasises preventative health and early intervention, with core services including health checks, vaccinations, neutering, and dentistry. Clinic information also lists the practice as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Access information on the site notes wheelchair accessibility with wide doors.