Best Vets in Cleveland

Clevedale Veterinary Practice describes itself as a “fully mixed” practice, providing care for pets as well as farm and equine animals (no corporate group name is stated). The website highlights routine small‑animal care plus laparoscopic spays, and a dedicated equine focus (lameness diagnosis, dentistry, medicine and reproduction). For large‑animal clients, the practice states it runs a 24/7 ambulatory emergency service. From the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention vets taking time to explain options and answer questions, and practical steps to reduce stress during visits—such as offering a quiet waiting space for cats. Specific treatments mentioned include a successful cancerous lump removal and longer‑term management of a dog’s chronic regurgitation.

Middlesbrough Cleveland Park Vets4Pets Ltd is a Vets4Pets-branded practice that the clinic website describes as “locally owned.” It’s set up for both routine companion-animal care and a wider mix of cases, including exotics (reptiles, birds, amphibians and more), with in‑house diagnostics (lab work and imaging) listed on the website. Out-of-hours care is stated to be provided by Vets Now. From the latest reviews, owners describe getting urgent appointments at short notice (including being called back with an earlier slot), clear explanations and options during consultations, and compassionate support around end-of-life care. A smaller number of reviews describe negative experiences, including concerns about an initial misassessment of a serious condition and a complaint about insensitive communication.

Oaklands Veterinary Centre appears to cover both small animals and equine work, with “Equine Referrals” and “Small Animals” referenced in available clinic information, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Emergency veterinary services are included in the structured clinic data. From the latest reviews, owners describe some very specific positives—such as clear explanations and follow-up calls after a dental procedure for an elderly dog, and support during end-of-life care for a cat (including a sympathy card with a paw print). However, several recent 1‑star reviews strongly dispute this experience, alleging poor communication, an overly money-focused approach, and unprofessional interactions involving reception/management. No corporate group ownership is stated in the information provided.

Bridge Veterinary Group / MiNightVet Middlesborough is a purpose-built veterinary hospital established in 1986 and accredited as an RCVS Veterinary Hospital. It is part of CVS (as indicated by the cvsvets.com website and email domain). The practice runs a 24-hour emergency service with MiNightVet on-site and dedicated night staff. Based on the website and recent reviews, the clinic appears set up for both routine care and complex cases: owners mention emergency treatment overnight, surgery (including tendon repair and lump removals), and end-of-life support (including returning ashes in a presentation box with a “certified stamp of authenticity”). Reviews are mixed: several describe thorough explanations and calm support during euthanasia decisions, while others describe high costs/financial pressure and one alleges poor post-op supervision leading to injury.

Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group is an established practice (operating since 1950) and is set up for day-to-day veterinary care as well as urgent injuries, with one recent review describing a dog-attack case that led to surgery and step-by-step explanations throughout the process. The clinic also offers 24/7 digital vet support via a partnership with VidiVet. Owners most often mention: - clear explanations during appointments (“informative”, “helpful explaining everything”) - reassurance and communication around treatment decisions (including surgery) - a team approach involving vets, nurses, and reception staff One review flags frequent changes in vets, suggesting staff continuity can vary.

Middlesbrough PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA (a charity) and is described on its website as providing free and low-cost veterinary care for pets in need. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, the hospital appears heavily involved in urgent same-day decision-making and end‑of‑life care: owners describe being given quick appointments when a pet worsened, and multiple reviews focus on euthanasia and how that was handled. Practical details mentioned include being seen earlier than the booked time when arriving early, and medication being dispensed in around 10 minutes. There are mixed experiences around policies/eligibility and euthanasia arrangements (see Reviews).

RSPCA Great Ayton Animal Centre is an RSPCA-run animal welfare centre (not a general veterinary clinic) that takes in animals identified by RSPCA Inspectors; the centre says it can be caring for 150+ animals at any one time, including dogs, cats, rabbits, other small furries and farm animals. Reviews focus heavily on adoption experiences: multiple adopters describe a clean facility and staff/volunteers who guide people through the process, including follow-up contact after adoption. However, there are also reviews describing being turned away when trying to get help with a lost dog, and one detailed complaint about strict adoption rules around travel time and suitability matching.

Bridge Veterinary Group is a small-animal practice established in 1986 and accredited to RCVS Core Standards. The practice offers routine care (vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping) alongside nurse-led services and some practical add-ons like grooming/nail clipping and pet travel documentation. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention friendly, attentive handling of cats and dogs, plus at least one account of the team stabilising a pet and starting urgent, life-saving treatment. A couple of reviewers also note cost as a drawback, and one describes a process where pets were collected at the door with owners waiting outside and payment not taken immediately.

Hartlepool Vets4Pets Ltd is a Vets4Pets practice with on-site facilities such as an in-house lab, pharmacy, digital X‑ray and ultrasound, an operating theatre, a hospital ward and an isolation unit. The website also lists dental X‑ray (under general anaesthetic) and nurse clinics, and says the practice treats dogs, cats and rabbits. Out-of-hours emergency cover is stated to be provided by Vets Now Middlesbrough. Recent reviews are mixed: some owners describe excellent care (including end-of-life support involving vets named Kate/Kathryn, Wendy and Bianca), while others report serious concerns about triage for suspected bloat, handling of ear disease (including a complaint that tests weren’t done), and communication/quoting at reception.

Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group is a multi-branch practice that’s been operating since 1950. The website highlights 24/7 digital vet support via a partnership with VidiVet, aimed at helping owners decide whether something needs an emergency visit. Recent reviewers repeatedly mention the branch being open again (including “all day Thursday”) and describe staff handling nervous dogs calmly; however, at least one reviewer strongly criticises pricing and perceived value, claiming a very brief visit plus tablets cost £100.