Dog & Cat Vets in Cumbria

Old Hall Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent practice and highlights a “test before you treat” approach. It also promotes Green & Ultra-Green health care plans and holds environmental recognitions including the Greenest Vet Practice Award 2022 plus the highest level of accreditation with Investors in the Environment (2022, 2023, 2024). In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention pets being kept calm and handled gently (including nervous dogs), and one detailed account describes end-of-life care where the vet sedated first, explained the process clearly, and gave the family time to say goodbye. Another review describes a non-registered dog being seen within a couple of hours for a straightforward issue that needed doing promptly.

West Lakeland Veterinary Group is a long-established veterinary practice (the website describes it as “long-established”), and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on the site navigation and review details, the practice appears set up for a wide range of work beyond routine pet consults, including equine and farm services, plus urgent care. Concrete details owners mention include: - Same-day appointments being offered for a dog needing treatment. - Emergency care overnight for a cat, including hospitalisation for an X-ray and blood tests, with updates given during the case. - Treatment of a dog that had swallowed part of a toy (described by the owner as “saving” the dog). - Gentle handling during a cat appointment and taking time to answer questions.

Craig Robinson Vets Ltd provides care for both pets and farm animals, with diagnostics and a named “Happy Paws” health plan listed on its website, and “modern, well‑equipped surgeries” described. Recent reviews focus heavily on practical, compassionate support around end‑of‑life care (including home visits), alongside smooth admin and a calm clinic environment. Specific examples mentioned include staff coming to a pet’s home for euthanasia, not rushing families during goodbyes, helping a visiting owner obtain a worming tablet and complete travel paperwork, and accommodating an extra companion dog to keep an anxious older dog calmer.

Rowcliffe House Vets Ltd is a veterinary practice (no group ownership is stated in the information provided). Recent reviews describe the clinic as set up to handle urgent, unplanned problems as well as ongoing medical issues—owners mention being seen out of hours, getting a Sunday morning appointment, and being fitted in the same morning for a sudden skin issue. Concrete examples from the latest reviews include: - Out-of-hours emergency care for a dog with a “potentially fatal” condition, with treatment over “a few days”. - Same-day appointment for a dog with a severe “hot spot” that was causing stress and agitation. - Urgent consultation after an accident, with the owner reporting a full recovery. - Support during serious illness and end-of-life situations (a dog described as having had a stroke, and another owner describing support when they lost a dog).

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd describes itself as an independent practice with roots going back to the 1920s (via a merger of two practices). The practice website also states it provides 24-hour care as part of the Millcroft Vets team, and lists Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) membership. Clinic data indicates it is a veterinary nurse training facility. From recent reviews, owners most often describe: - Prompt access to appointments in some cases (one owner with a paw issue says their dog was booked in within half an hour after calling for advice). - Clear pre-procedure information and aftercare (one owner says they were given “lots of information before the procedure” plus “good follow up information,” and their pet recovered well). - A small number of reviews raising concerns about communication and billing (e.g., dissatisfaction when a removed lump wasn’t described beyond “we don’t know what it was” because it wasn’t sent for lab testing, and complaints about a quoted price later increasing).

Grove Veterinary Centre is listed (in the clinic data provided) as a veterinary nurse training facility and as offering emergency veterinary services (described there as 24/7 or extended hours). Recent reviews most often describe prompt routine appointments and a team approach involving reception staff, veterinary nurses and vets. Several owners mention an “immaculate” interior and a welcoming experience, while one detailed negative review raises concerns about follow-up and support after kidney treatment and about the terms of a preventative plan cancellation. Concrete specifics mentioned by reviewers include: - Routine visits described as “very prompt” and “efficient,” with good support from reception, nurses and the vet. - Ongoing care for cats with recurring health problems, with vets offering reassurance to worried owners. - A dog kept in for a 24‑hour kidney “flush,” followed by a complaint that no further tests were done to check response and that the plan was “see how it goes.” - Out-of-hours care: one owner’s only downside was that the out-of-hours service is “so far away.”

Kentdale Referrals is a specialist-led small-animal referral centre focused on orthopaedic, spinal and soft-tissue cases. Reviews describe a clear referral workflow (including being seen as quickly as the next morning) and detailed imaging-led decision-making (CT, MRI and X‑rays discussed with owners). Owners repeatedly mention frequent updates during hospital stays and clear discharge/aftercare instructions; specific cases referenced include pelvic surgery after a road traffic accident, spinal surgery for hind-limb weakness, elbow arthritis treatment, and amputation.

Ashlea Veterinary Centre Ltd has been operating since 1994 and is based in a purpose-built facility with cat-friendly rooms; the clinic is also accredited as a Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic. Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the information provided. Reviews most often point to good appointment availability, vets who help pets stay calm during exams, and clear communication about care. A few specifics owners mention include puppy classes, annual vaccination visits (including kennel cough), and that the team may be dealing with emergencies that can extend waiting times (one reviewer reported a 45-minute delay with an apology given).

Paragon Veterinary Group is a multi-branch veterinary practice that treats pets as well as equine and farm animals, with the website stating over 80 years of experience. It appears set up for both day-to-day care and more advanced work—particularly for horses and breeding—while reviews also describe timely help for urgent pet problems. Concrete specifics owners mention include: - Returning calls promptly and fitting in an urgent dog case quickly after the dog ate something it shouldn’t. - Clear explanations aimed at reassuring owners during an urgent visit. - Coordinating with another vet to exchange medical notes and deliver blood test results within 24 hours (as described in a review). - A vet named Sam being specifically credited with helping a dog that has had ongoing ear infections feel at ease. Emergency care is referenced, but the scope varies by source (see Services).

Church Walk Veterinary Centre is a small-animal practice that sits within The Vet Collection (as shown on its website) and treats dogs, cats and small pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters. The clinic advertises a broad mix of routine care and surgery, supported by in-house diagnostics (X‑ray, ultrasound, lab tests), and it is accredited to RCVS Core Standards, Cat Friendly Clinic (Gold) and Dog Friendly Clinic. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe: - Calm, practical handling for nervous or difficult-to-handle cats, including putting both pet and owner at ease. - Clear, honest explanations and advice (“clear and honest with me” is specifically mentioned). - Help in urgent situations, including being seen for an emergency appointment even when not already registered. - Supportive end-of-life care, with empathy and professionalism noted during euthanasia visits.