Dog & Cat Vets in North Yorkshire

Medivet – Northallerton East Road is part of the Medivet corporate group. The clinic’s own information suggests it’s set up for a wide mix of routine and more involved cases, with 15‑minute consultations, nurse clinics, and on‑site kit including an in‑house laboratory, X‑rays, ultrasound, an orthopaedic theatre, and ECG. They also state they see a broad range of animals (including cats, dogs, small mammals, horses and farm animals). From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe straightforward routine care (e.g., booster vaccinations and discussing/removing small lumps) and good handling of anxious pets (multiple mentions of dogs being put at ease). There is also a sharp conflict in experiences around urgent help: one older review alleges they could not get help when a dog was in pain overnight and challenges “24/7 call‑outs” messaging, while the clinic’s website states out‑of‑hours care is provided by a separate Medivet 24‑hour service.

Yoredale Vets is a small-animal practice that states it has been caring for pets since the 1970s and is accredited to RCVS Core Standards. Based on its listed offerings, it’s set up for routine care (vaccinations, parasite control, nurse clinics), in-practice procedures (including dentistry with on-site dental facilities and surgery), and some at-home support (home visits). In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention thorough examinations and clear explanations, including a vet (Laura) reading a dog’s medical history before the appointment; they also describe being fitted in quickly for an urgent issue (a dewclaw injury) and the team handling a nervous/reactive dog calmly. Out-of-hours emergencies are handled by Medivet – Skeldale Veterinary Centre (24-hour emergency service), according to the clinic’s website summary.

Hayloft Mobile Veterinary Services Ltd is an independent, family-run mobile vet service, providing vet and nurse appointments at home. Based on the website and reviews, they’re set up for first-opinion small animal care plus a range of mobile diagnostics (including x‑rays and ultrasound) and routine procedures. Reviewers most often mention home visits reducing stress for cats, with examples including handling a very timid cat calmly, follow-up calls to check treatment plans, and at-home end-of-life care. One recent review strongly conflicts with this, describing a booster vaccination visit where the owner felt the team’s handling and comments about a dog’s behaviour were distressing.

Vetcare is described by a recent reviewer as a wholly independent veterinary practice. Reviews repeatedly mention a vet named Mauro and a small team who spend time explaining options and managing anxious or difficult-to-handle pets (for example, using patience, treats and cuddles to help nervous dogs through visits). Cases owners highlight include treating a cat’s serious eye problem with diagnosed drops, supporting a dog after tablet ingestion leading to kidney failure (reported full recovery), and routine care such as vaccinations and annual check-ups. One review strongly disagrees with the overall tone, describing poor communication and upsetting end-of-life comments during a visit for an older dog with back pain.

Medivet Ripon is part of the Medivet group. From the website information, it links into Medivet’s network of 24-hour centres for overnight emergencies, with a stated nationwide overnight emergency consultation fee of £130 (for consultations between 7pm and 9am). Reviews most often describe a friendly, calm-feeling clinic that gives owners treatment choices rather than pushing one expensive route, and that can sometimes see pets quickly (one owner reports being seen within an hour of calling). One review also flags a limitation: for more complicated care “such as anaesthesia”, the practice “doesn’t seem” fully equipped and the pet would need to go elsewhere.

Beck Veterinary Practice is set up for urgent and surgical cases as well as routine care, with emergency services listed and multiple reviews describing same-day emergencies being treated, including hospitalisation and follow-up testing. Owners specifically mention procedures such as sedation and stitching for a leg wound, feather cyst removal in a budgie, and an abdominal exploratory laparotomy under anaesthetic. Across recent reviews, people repeatedly highlight clear, layperson explanations before treatment and reassurance during stressful emergencies (including for an elderly cat after a seizure). There is also a sharp conflict in feedback: one reviewer alleges extra charges were added without being explained in advance and raises broader complaints about prior care, while other reviews describe good communication and thorough explanations.

The Dam Veterinary Centre is a small-animal practice (email domain: cvsvets.com) offering routine care and surgery, with in-house diagnostics (lab, X‑ray, ultrasound) and an on-site dog-grooming parlour. It’s accredited as an RCVS General Practice, a Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver), and a Dog Friendly Clinic, and it’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention being seen quickly (including same-day appointments), clear explanations during exams, and post-op follow-up calls (e.g., after a spay).

Halston Lodge appears to be a small, budget-oriented accommodation property rather than a veterinary clinic: the information available discusses guest rooms, bathrooms, check-in, breakfast options, and parking/EV charging, with no evidence of pet healthcare services. Recent reviews repeatedly mention very clean rooms and bathrooms, a quiet/comfortable stay, and an easy check-in process. There’s also a clear inconsistency around breakfast—some guests say there is no breakfast, while another describes a cooked breakfast being available at a set price.

Companion Care (Scarborough) Ltd operates under the Vets for Pets / Pets at Home brand (a corporate chain). The practice presents itself as a modern, well‑equipped clinic with in‑house diagnostics (lab testing, imaging) and a surgical set‑up (operating theatre, anaesthesia, oxygen chamber), plus separate cat and dog waiting areas. It is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners describe good ongoing support through the Pet Plan/Health Plan (including listening to new-owner anxiety and aftercare), and specific staff members are repeatedly thanked after multiple visits for an injured cat. However, there are also strong complaints about vet availability—including claims of appointments being cancelled when the vet is off sick and reliance on locum cover—alongside criticism that “Health Plan” benefits didn’t help during an urgent situation.

Swanzdale Veterinary Care Centre (Cloughton) is an independent, first‑opinion small‑animal practice, established in January 2000 by Matt Purnell and Trish Johansen. The practice is set up for in‑house investigation and routine procedures, with ultrasound, digital x‑ray, endoscopy, and full lab facilities listed, plus a sterile theatre with anaesthetic and monitoring equipment. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention long-term use over many years, and describe staff as helpful and professional, including repeat comments from cat owners.