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Our Score (83/100)
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.)
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.)
Our Score (83/100)
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.
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.
Vets for Pets
Oldham
Our Score (83/100)
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.
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.
Prima Vets Ltd
Rochdale
Our Score (83/100)
Prima Vets Ltd appears to be an independent clinic (no corporate group is mentioned in the provided data) with a strong focus on urgent care and reproductive/breeding work alongside routine preventative care. The website states 24/7 emergency examination for urgent situations, and recent reviewers describe being seen immediately for emergencies, including out-of-hours labour. Concrete examples across sources include emergency C-sections and labour support, puppy health checks and vaccinations, and end-of-life support (including home euthanasia listed on the site).
Prima Vets Ltd appears to be an independent clinic (no corporate group is mentioned in the provided data) with a strong focus on urgent care and reproductive/breeding work alongside routine preventative care. The website states 24/7 emergency examination for urgent situations, and recent reviewers describe being seen immediately for emergencies, including out-of-hours labour. Concrete examples across sources include emergency C-sections and labour support, puppy health checks and vaccinations, and end-of-life support (including home euthanasia listed on the site).
Medivet Chorlton is part of the Medivet group. Based on the website and recent client reports, it handles routine care (vaccinations, check-ups and blood tests) as well as procedures such as dental tooth extractions. Multiple reviewers describe clear explanations of results and next steps (including being told blood-test results), and several mention a clean, organised clinic and calm handling—especially with cats brought in together for procedures. One recent review is mid-range (3/5) without written detail, so the specific issue isn’t clear from the text available.
Medivet Chorlton is part of the Medivet group. Based on the website and recent client reports, it handles routine care (vaccinations, check-ups and blood tests) as well as procedures such as dental tooth extractions. Multiple reviewers describe clear explanations of results and next steps (including being told blood-test results), and several mention a clean, organised clinic and calm handling—especially with cats brought in together for procedures. One recent review is mid-range (3/5) without written detail, so the specific issue isn’t clear from the text available.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Valentine's Vet
Rochdale
Our Score (82/100)
Valentine’s Vet has been caring for pets since 1987 and, based on its website, is set up with on-site diagnostics and dentistry (ultrasound, x‑rays, in‑house blood testing, and dental care). Reviews also repeatedly mention a Pet Health Plan and say appointments are “easy to book” and that they “never struggled to get an appointment.” Several owners describe vets being straight-talking and building long-term relationships (including following specific vets from previous practices). Practical, pet-comfort details come up too, such as a cats-only area in the waiting room.
Valentine’s Vet has been caring for pets since 1987 and, based on its website, is set up with on-site diagnostics and dentistry (ultrasound, x‑rays, in‑house blood testing, and dental care). Reviews also repeatedly mention a Pet Health Plan and say appointments are “easy to book” and that they “never struggled to get an appointment.” Several owners describe vets being straight-talking and building long-term relationships (including following specific vets from previous practices). Practical, pet-comfort details come up too, such as a cats-only area in the waiting room.
Woodcroft Veterinary Hospital
Stockport
Our Score (82/100)
Woodcroft Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary hospital within a group of six practices (not described as part of a wider corporate chain in the information provided). The website positions it for routine care, referral work, and emergency cases, with substantial in-house facilities including six operating theatres, a CT scanner, x‑ray, ultrasound and lab facilities (with a visiting MRI service). Recent reviews strongly emphasise end-of-life support and urgent/critical care; multiple owners mention frequent updates (including follow-up calls) and extensive efforts during emergencies, while one recent review strongly disputes the appropriateness of advice given during a late-night visit and raises cost concerns. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include CPR and injectables for 45 minutes on arrival in an emergency, daily follow-up calls after a pet’s death, urgent treatment for a corneal ulcer, and phone updates/check-ins after referral treatment for a heart murmur.
Woodcroft Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary hospital within a group of six practices (not described as part of a wider corporate chain in the information provided). The website positions it for routine care, referral work, and emergency cases, with substantial in-house facilities including six operating theatres, a CT scanner, x‑ray, ultrasound and lab facilities (with a visiting MRI service). Recent reviews strongly emphasise end-of-life support and urgent/critical care; multiple owners mention frequent updates (including follow-up calls) and extensive efforts during emergencies, while one recent review strongly disputes the appropriateness of advice given during a late-night visit and raises cost concerns. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include CPR and injectables for 45 minutes on arrival in an emergency, daily follow-up calls after a pet’s death, urgent treatment for a corneal ulcer, and phone updates/check-ins after referral treatment for a heart murmur.
Our Score (81/100)
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).
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).