Dog & Cat Vets in Urmston

## Summary Trafford Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent clinic using modern medical and surgical techniques, with facilities including an in-house lab, X‑ray, ultrasound, and a dental X‑ray suite, plus separate cat and dog waiting areas and wards. The website states 24‑hour emergency cover is provided by **Cheadle A&E Vets**. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention careful communication (for example, being talked through an anaesthetic plan and receiving a call as soon as a dog woke up), support during end-of-life appointments (not rushed, time given, and a handwritten condolence card), and good handling of nervous/reactive animals (distraction techniques during vaccinations; patience with rescue dogs). ## Services From the clinic website and recent reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include: - **Vaccinations** (including puppy/kitten first jabs; owners mention gentle handling and distraction to reduce pain/stress) - **Neutering** (including guinea pigs) - **Microchipping** - **Nurse clinics** - **Dental work**, supported by a **dental X‑ray suite** (one owner describes extensive dental treatment with extra attention to anaesthetic safety) - **In-house diagnostics and imaging:** in-house lab, X‑ray, ultrasound - **24-hour emergency cover** provided externally by **Cheadle A&E Vets** (as stated on the website) - **Separate cat and dog waiting areas and wards** (facility setup mentioned on the website) - **Veterinary nurse training practice** (website lists the clinic as an approved training practice) ## People - **Ruth** (role not stated): Mentioned by multiple owners for end-of-life support (“nothing felt rushed”), medication advice, and going beyond the appointment (researching a dog’s health condition and treatment; sending a handwritten condolence card from the team). - **Chloe** (role not stated): Praised for handling a nervous kitten during vaccinations—distracting the kitten and giving the jab “without her feeling a thing,” which mattered to the owner after a previous painful experience elsewhere. - **Grace** (vet, per review): Credited with resolving a dog’s **anal gland** issue “with ease” and professionalism. - **Steph and Ellie** (roles not stated): Mentioned positively around organising guinea pig neutering and follow-up communication (emails about check-ups), with the owner highlighting the receptionist interaction as a deciding factor. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 287 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **End-of-life care is a major theme:** owners describe being given time, dignity, and support, including a **handwritten condolence card** after saying goodbye. - **Clear communication around higher-risk situations:** one owner whose dog had previously nearly died under anaesthetic elsewhere says the team explained the plan in detail and **called immediately when the dog came round**. - **Handling of anxious, nervous, or reactive pets:** owners mention patient, understanding care for rescue dogs, and specific techniques like **distraction during injections** for a nervous kitten. - **Range of routine and problem visits:** vaccinations for puppies/kittens, **anal gland treatment**, dental work, and **guinea pig neutering** are all specifically referenced. - **Cost comments are present but not detailed:** a couple of owners call prices “reasonable” or “great value,” without quoting figures.

## Summary RT Jones is described by reviewers as an independent practice that has “remained private” and continues to be run by Mrs Jones (wife of the late Mr Jones), rather than being part of a chain. It appears set up for long-term, continuity care: multiple owners mention staying with the practice for 8–20+ years and bringing several pets over time. Practical examples from reviews include pets being dropped off for X‑rays and operations, careful handling of fearful animals (a rescue dog terrified of vets; a nervous cat), and detailed consultation discussions for a 15‑year‑old dog’s health problems. ## Services Services and care referenced in the available information include: - Veterinary consultations for senior-pet health concerns (a 15‑year‑old dog’s problems discussed with a diagnosis and summary). - Diagnostic imaging: X‑rays (pets being dropped off for X‑rays). - Surgical procedures (“ops” mentioned by an owner whose dog still willingly goes in). - Routine preventive care referenced as “kitten jabs etc.” - Handling and support for anxious/fearful pets (a rescue dog terrified of vets; a cat described as “quite terrified”). ## People - **Mrs Jones**: Mentioned as continuing to run the practice (as noted by a long-term client returning after many years). - **Annabel (vet)**: Praised for a long, detailed discussion and for providing a clear diagnosis and summary for an older dog’s issues. - **Sarah and Tasha**: Mentioned as extremely friendly and helpful during an extended discussion before the appointment. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 192 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Long-term loyalty and repeat use:** Owners describe using the practice for 8–12+ years, and one reviewer returned after 20 years. - **Pets that are anxious still handled carefully:** Examples include a rescue dog “terrified of going to vets” and a cat that was “quite terrified,” with owners saying staff handled them with particular care. - **Procedures and drop-offs are part of normal care:** One owner mentions leaving their dog for **X‑rays** and **operations**, yet the dog still walks in happily. - **Independent status matters to some owners:** Multiple reviewers explicitly value that the practice is private and not part of a chain.

## Summary Buchanan Veterinary Group is a small-animal practice established in 1979 and part of CVS (as shown on its CVS-hosted website). It offers routine consultations and surgery, plus referral pathways for orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, and it’s listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. From the latest written reviews available here, owners commonly describe a calm, clean environment and gentle handling during routine care (annual check-ups and vaccinations are specifically mentioned). Several reviews also describe being seen urgently (including a cat being seen “straight away” and staff staying late on a Friday), while one detailed negative review describes being told there were no emergency appointments during daytime hours and being directed to an out-of-hours provider with higher fees. ## Services Services and arrangements stated on the clinic website include: - Consultations and routine check-ups (including six‑month health checks) - Vaccinations - Neutering - Parasite control - Microchipping - Diagnostics and blood pressure checks - Surgery - Referral services: orthopaedic surgery referrals; soft-tissue surgery referrals - Grooming and nail clipping - Anal sac expression - Puppy parties - Home visits - Pet travel documentation - Emergencies/out-of-hours: during normal hours, the practice advises contacting the clinic; outside normal hours, emergency care is directed to PetMedics Veterinary Surgeons – Worsley Services referenced in reviews include: - Annual check-up and vaccinations for cats - Assessment and discussion of options for arthritis in an older dog - Ongoing management for ear issues in a dog - Urgent appointment for a cat (seen quickly, staff stayed late) ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews: - **Dan** (role not stated): thanked for “care and attention” during a dog’s ongoing ear problems over several months. - **Gaby** (vet): praised for an unrushed consultation for an older dog with arthritis, and for clearly explaining the available options. Other staff are described as professional/approachable in general, with one reviewer highlighting a visibly clean, calm setting and gentle handling during a cat vaccination visit. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.3 stars from 183 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Handling and consultation style:** multiple owners mention calm appointments, gentle handling (cats during vaccinations), and consultations that didn’t feel rushed (arthritis case) with options explained. - **Urgent-care experiences are mixed:** some reviews describe being fitted in quickly for urgent problems (including staff staying late), while one reviewer reports being told there were no emergency appointments during daytime hours and being sent to the out‑of‑hours provider. - **Facilities/pet flow mentioned:** one owner specifically notes a separate waiting area for cats.