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## Summary Medivet 24 hr Thirsk - Skeldale Veterinary Centre is part of the Medivet group and is set up for around-the-clock emergency care as well as routine appointments. The website states a nationwide overnight emergency consultation fee of £130 (7pm–9am). In recent reviews, owners describe pets being seen quickly for emergencies, diagnostics such as scans and X‑rays being carried out, and surgery performed within hours in at least one urgent case. Several reviews also mention updates during hospital stays (including phone updates and allowing visits after work), while one reviewer reports an emergency consultation where communication and cost explanations felt unclear and rushed. ## Services - 24-hour emergency care (website states access to around-the-clock emergency care). - Overnight emergency consultations (website specifies a nationwide overnight consultation fee window of 7pm–9am). - Vaccinations and boosters (rabies and booster jab mentioned in a review). - Health checks during routine visits (a “check over” during vaccination appointment mentioned). - Referral to a specialist (eye specialist referral arranged “straight away” after an issue was noticed during a check). - Diagnostics (scans and X-rays mentioned for an emergency case). - Emergency surgery and aftercare (surgery “within a few hours” and aftercare with follow-up telephone calls described). - Inpatient care/hospitalisation (a two-night stay mentioned, with updates and the ability to visit). ## Pricing - £130 overnight emergency consultation fee for consultations between 7pm and 9am (as stated on the website). ## People - Jack (vet): Mentioned for reassuring an owner during a two-night inpatient stay, providing updates, and allowing evening visits after work. - Catherine (night nurse): Named alongside the vet in providing care during a two-night stay. - Attending veterinarian (unnamed, emergency consult): One reviewer describes the vet as rushed/patronising, providing minimal explanations, and presenting additional charges without a clear breakdown; other reviews generally describe vets as friendly and professional, so experiences appear mixed depending on clinician/case. ## Reviews Google rating: 4.7 stars from 555 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Fast handling of urgent cases: emergencies described as being seen straight away, with diagnostics (scans/X‑rays) and surgery arranged quickly in at least one case. - Communication during hospital stays: owners mention being kept updated (including telephone calls) and one report of being allowed to visit an inpatient pet after work. - Routine care that picks up problems: a vaccination visit included a check that noticed an eye issue, followed by prompt referral to a specialist. - Clean, welcoming environment and helpful front-of-house: multiple reviews mention cleanliness and supportive staff from the initial phone call onward. - A contrasting experience around consultation style and costs: one emergency review reports poor bedside manner and lack of transparency when additional charges were introduced, while others describe professional, friendly vets.
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The Harrogate Vet is an independent practice (not described as part of a corporate group) that offers in-house diagnostics and a 24/7, 365-day emergency service. The website lists imaging (including CT scanning), dentistry (including “advanced dentistry”), and routine care such as vaccinations and neutering (including laparoscopic neutering). In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe fast urgent access (including being seen within a couple of hours) and clear, step-by-step communication during difficult appointments (including euthanasia). Specific examples mentioned include immediate scanning and hospital-style treatment for a cat with breathing distress (drips, medication and a chest drain) and quick response after a dog was attacked.
The Harrogate Vet is an independent practice (not described as part of a corporate group) that offers in-house diagnostics and a 24/7, 365-day emergency service. The website lists imaging (including CT scanning), dentistry (including “advanced dentistry”), and routine care such as vaccinations and neutering (including laparoscopic neutering). In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe fast urgent access (including being seen within a couple of hours) and clear, step-by-step communication during difficult appointments (including euthanasia). Specific examples mentioned include immediate scanning and hospital-style treatment for a cat with breathing distress (drips, medication and a chest drain) and quick response after a dog was attacked.
Thirsk Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent small-animal practice. From the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care and in-house diagnostics, with multiple owners also describing dental work and even complex surgery for very small pets. Concrete details mentioned by clients include: - Clear explanations and options given during consultations, including one case where treatment continued over 6–8 weeks. - Dental treatment for a small dog, with the owner noting a fast recovery afterwards. - Intricate, lifesaving surgery performed on a Syrian hamster, supported by a team of nurses. - At least one review flags cost: a £150+ bill in under 15 minutes for a rabbit appointment and a cat check-up, despite still rating the care highly.
Thirsk Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent small-animal practice. From the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care and in-house diagnostics, with multiple owners also describing dental work and even complex surgery for very small pets. Concrete details mentioned by clients include: - Clear explanations and options given during consultations, including one case where treatment continued over 6–8 weeks. - Dental treatment for a small dog, with the owner noting a fast recovery afterwards. - Intricate, lifesaving surgery performed on a Syrian hamster, supported by a team of nurses. - At least one review flags cost: a £150+ bill in under 15 minutes for a rabbit appointment and a cat check-up, despite still rating the care highly.
Selby Vets4Pets Ltd
Selby
Our Score (89/100)
Selby Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets chain (the clinic branding and website content are Vets4Pets). Based on reviews, the practice is frequently used for routine pet healthcare and repeat medications, with the team sometimes fitting pets in at short notice (for example, an end‑of‑day appointment for a dog’s large abscess, and a same‑day fast‑tracked flea/worm prescription when a household health risk was explained). However, a small number of reviews describe problems with communication and medication/prescription processes—specifically, not being clearly told why a flea/worm product was changed, not being given clear dosing instructions at collection, and frustration about being asked to book a paid consultation or have blood tests before repeats.
Selby Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets chain (the clinic branding and website content are Vets4Pets). Based on reviews, the practice is frequently used for routine pet healthcare and repeat medications, with the team sometimes fitting pets in at short notice (for example, an end‑of‑day appointment for a dog’s large abscess, and a same‑day fast‑tracked flea/worm prescription when a household health risk was explained). However, a small number of reviews describe problems with communication and medication/prescription processes—specifically, not being clearly told why a flea/worm product was changed, not being given clear dosing instructions at collection, and frustration about being asked to book a paid consultation or have blood tests before repeats.
Claro Hill Vets
Harrogate
Our Score (88/100)
Claro Hill Vets describes itself as an independent practice, and reviews also refer to it as family run. The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more complex investigations, with website-listed services including outpatient CT scans, oncology, diagnostics, surgery and dentistry, and senior pet clinics. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice, same-day blood tests, and follow-up phone calls after concerns or surgery.
Claro Hill Vets describes itself as an independent practice, and reviews also refer to it as family run. The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more complex investigations, with website-listed services including outpatient CT scans, oncology, diagnostics, surgery and dentistry, and senior pet clinics. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in at short notice, same-day blood tests, and follow-up phone calls after concerns or surgery.
Bishopton Veterinary Group is part of a wider multi-site practice (the website references care for pets, farm animals, pigs and equine, and mentions “RAFT Solutions Ltd”). Recent reviews describe straightforward pet appointments as well as same-day bookings via the PetsApp, with at least one case involving sedation and a nail removal performed to avoid delaying treatment when operating theatres elsewhere were fully booked. Owners also mention ongoing management such as monthly arthritis injections for an older cat, and note clear aftercare instructions and follow-up dressing-change appointments after a procedure.
Bishopton Veterinary Group is part of a wider multi-site practice (the website references care for pets, farm animals, pigs and equine, and mentions “RAFT Solutions Ltd”). Recent reviews describe straightforward pet appointments as well as same-day bookings via the PetsApp, with at least one case involving sedation and a nail removal performed to avoid delaying treatment when operating theatres elsewhere were fully booked. Owners also mention ongoing management such as monthly arthritis injections for an older cat, and note clear aftercare instructions and follow-up dressing-change appointments after a procedure.
Bishopton Veterinary Group
Northallerton
Our Score (88/100)
Bishopton Veterinary Group is a multi-species practice (pets, farm animals, pigs and equine) that has been providing animal care for over 80 years, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the available information, but reviewers reference more than one branch and a separate pet hospital within the same group. From the latest reviews, owners most often highlight very practical, appointment-level details: vets explaining treatment options clearly (including for a difficult-to-treat cat infection), checking medical notes in advance and spotting prescription anomalies from a previous practice, and gentle handling that helps anxious or “antisocial” pets cope. Dental work and same-day treatment planning for an ear infection are also specifically mentioned.
Bishopton Veterinary Group is a multi-species practice (pets, farm animals, pigs and equine) that has been providing animal care for over 80 years, and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the available information, but reviewers reference more than one branch and a separate pet hospital within the same group. From the latest reviews, owners most often highlight very practical, appointment-level details: vets explaining treatment options clearly (including for a difficult-to-treat cat infection), checking medical notes in advance and spotting prescription anomalies from a previous practice, and gentle handling that helps anxious or “antisocial” pets cope. Dental work and same-day treatment planning for an ear infection are also specifically mentioned.
Our Score (87/100)
Medivet Harrogate Knaresborough Road – Shamrock Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group. Based on the information available, it appears set up for routine and ongoing pet healthcare (including parasite control and microchipping) with access to around-the-clock emergency care via Medivet 24‑hour centres. Recent reviews repeatedly mention staff taking time to listen and examine pets (including elderly and anxious dogs), discussing treatment plans without pushing the most expensive/risky option (for example, advising daily tooth-cleaning rather than an anaesthetic for a dog with heart disease), and practical follow-through such as treating an abscess and arranging microchipping for a newly taken-in stray cat.
Medivet Harrogate Knaresborough Road – Shamrock Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group. Based on the information available, it appears set up for routine and ongoing pet healthcare (including parasite control and microchipping) with access to around-the-clock emergency care via Medivet 24‑hour centres. Recent reviews repeatedly mention staff taking time to listen and examine pets (including elderly and anxious dogs), discussing treatment plans without pushing the most expensive/risky option (for example, advising daily tooth-cleaning rather than an anaesthetic for a dog with heart disease), and practical follow-through such as treating an abscess and arranging microchipping for a newly taken-in stray cat.
Our Score (86/100)
Bishopton Veterinary Group is a multi-species practice (pets, farm animals, pigs and equine) that’s been providing animal care for over 80 years. Recent reviews repeatedly mention calm, clearly-explained consultations and a willingness to include owners in treatment decisions—one owner highlighted that vets listened to their views on “treatment pathways” rather than pushing a single plan. Specific care described includes post-op checks after a midline spay (with the wound described as “clean and neat”), rabies vaccination, and dedicated eye consultations with an external ophthalmology service (Veterinary Vision / Visionary Vets), including “necessary tests” and clear explanations of outcomes. The practice also offers a “Lifetime Care Club” (details and pricing not stated) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Bishopton Veterinary Group is a multi-species practice (pets, farm animals, pigs and equine) that’s been providing animal care for over 80 years. Recent reviews repeatedly mention calm, clearly-explained consultations and a willingness to include owners in treatment decisions—one owner highlighted that vets listened to their views on “treatment pathways” rather than pushing a single plan. Specific care described includes post-op checks after a midline spay (with the wound described as “clean and neat”), rabies vaccination, and dedicated eye consultations with an external ophthalmology service (Veterinary Vision / Visionary Vets), including “necessary tests” and clear explanations of outcomes. The practice also offers a “Lifetime Care Club” (details and pricing not stated) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Dunslow Road Veterinary Surgery
Scarborough
Our Score (86/100)
Dunslow Road Veterinary Surgery offers routine care (vaccinations, neutering) alongside diagnostics like X‑rays and ultrasound, and advertises 24‑hour emergency care with out‑of‑hours cover provided by Aldgate Vets. Recent reviews give concrete examples of urgent and procedural care: a dog with a deep pad cut was seen within an hour and sedated for stitches, and a kitten spay included follow‑up appointments and “nice neat stitches.” Owners also mention staff taking time to handle nervous or “temperamental” pets, and one reviewer noted the consultation and prescription felt “competitively priced.”
Dunslow Road Veterinary Surgery offers routine care (vaccinations, neutering) alongside diagnostics like X‑rays and ultrasound, and advertises 24‑hour emergency care with out‑of‑hours cover provided by Aldgate Vets. Recent reviews give concrete examples of urgent and procedural care: a dog with a deep pad cut was seen within an hour and sedated for stitches, and a kitten spay included follow‑up appointments and “nice neat stitches.” Owners also mention staff taking time to handle nervous or “temperamental” pets, and one reviewer noted the consultation and prescription felt “competitively priced.”