Dog & Cat Vets in Northallerton

## Summary 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. ## Services - **Species treated (from website summary):** pets, farm animals, pigs, equine. - **Dentistry:** dental procedure mentioned for a cat, with pre-op and post-op explanations from the team. - **Preventive care & routine procedures:** vaccination, microchipping and castration mentioned for a kitten. - **Illness/medical treatment:** treatment plan and medication for an ear infection; discussion of options for feline tritrichomonas (noted as challenging to treat). - **Prescribing/medication review:** one owner reports the vet reviewed historical notes and identified an anomaly in prior prescriptions, then took steps to mitigate it. - **Out-of-hours:** one reviewer states there is a **24-hour out-of-hours service handled “in house”** by the same team. ## People - **Richard (vet, per reviews):** mentioned for reading a cat’s notes ahead of a first visit, identifying a prescription issue from a previous clinic, and adjusting care accordingly; also thanked by another reviewer alongside Kara. - **Kara (role not stated):** named in a review thanking her for dogs’ attention and treatment. - **Nursing team (not named):** specifically credited for explaining a cat’s dental procedure clearly and taking good care of the patient before discharge. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 165 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Clear explanations and options:** owners describe vets talking through options (including complex cases) and giving clear information before and after procedures. - **Gentle handling and low-stress approach:** multiple owners mention pets being treated gently and seeming unusually comfortable for a vet visit, including nervous/older dogs. - **Preparation and continuity of care:** one review describes the vet reviewing records in advance and proactively correcting a prescription discrepancy from a previous practice. - **Specific procedures mentioned:** cat dental work; kitten vaccination + castration + microchipping; ear infection treatment with an agreed plan going forward. - **Facility and experience:** reviewers mention a modern, bright, very clean practice, being seen on time, and smooth service from initial enquiry through payment.

## Summary D A & D T Wittrick appears to be an independently run practice (reviews refer to “Mr Wittrick” and “the couple who run it”). Recent reviewers describe it as set up for practical, hands-on treatment without pushing extras—one owner says they “give what your pet needs not what they can push.” Concrete examples from the latest reviews include: - Removal of a dog’s cyst without needing a skin graft after another vet suggested a graft might be required, with the owner reporting a good recovery and “no scar”. - Seeing a dog with an ear infection late in the day and “no need for an appointment,” according to one reviewer. - Treating small animals as well as pets like cats and dogs (e.g., rabbit teeth trimming is specifically mentioned). - Providing support when contacted about a dog nearing end of life, even though the dog wasn’t an existing patient (as described by one reviewer). ## Services Services specifically mentioned in the latest written reviews: - **Minor surgery/soft-tissue procedures:** removal of a dog’s cyst; another vet had suggested a skin graft might be needed, but this review reports it was removed without one. - **Ear treatment:** assessment/treatment for a dog ear infection. - **Rabbit dental care:** trimming a rabbit’s teeth for an underbite. - **Support around end-of-life:** one owner describes Mr Wittrick offering help and kindness when their dog was dying, despite not being a prior patient. ## Pricing Only prices explicitly mentioned in reviews: - **Rabbit tooth trim:** £5 (one reviewer). - **A cat problem involving mouth dribbling:** one reviewer says they were quoted £660 elsewhere; they report being told it could be done for £120, and later say they were actually charged **£40** at Wittrick’s. (This is one person’s account and the exact scope of treatment isn’t fully described.) ## People - **Mr Wittrick:** named repeatedly. Owners specifically describe: - A cyst removal outcome they felt avoided a more complex approach (no skin graft needed, “recovered brilliantly”). - Kindness and support when contacted about a dog who was not previously a patient and later died. - **“Ti” (possibly staff):** one reviewer says “Ti” is “always good” with their Airedale. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 68 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Straightforward treatment without upselling:** one reviewer contrasts it with “selling you this and that,” saying they were given what their pet needed. - **Being seen without an appointment / late in the day:** one owner reports being seen at around 6pm for an ear infection with “no need for an appointment.” - **Clinical outcomes called out by owners:** removal of a growing cyst with no reported need for a skin graft and a very good cosmetic result (“no scar”). - **Willingness to help even without prior history:** support offered to an owner whose dog was not previously a patient. - **Low-cost fees reported for specific procedures:** rabbit tooth trimming for £5 is explicitly mentioned; another reviewer reports a much lower charge than a separate vet’s quote for a cat mouth issue.

## Summary Mile House Veterinary Centre is a mixed-animal practice (farm animals, equine and small animals including dogs and cats) offering surgical facilities, home/yard/farm visits, and 24/7 emergency cover “at the surgery” year-round (with out-of-hours calls answered by a member of their own team, per the clinic’s site). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews focus heavily on routine surgery and communication: multiple owners describe very small-looking spay wounds and smooth recoveries, plus vets taking time to explain situations and options. One reviewer specifically says they prefer Mile House as an independent business (the clinic’s ownership/group isn’t stated on the site). ## Services - **24/7 emergency care:** Emergency cover provided at the surgery 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; out-of-hours calls answered by a member of the team (per website). - **Surgery:** Surgical facilities mentioned on the website; owners specifically mention **spays** (including a French bulldog and an Irish wolfhound), with comments about minimal scarring and good post-op recovery. - **Home/yard/farm visits** (per website). - **Species seen:** Farm animals, equine, dogs and cats (per website; also reflected in reviews mentioning cats, dogs and horses). ## People - **Catherine** (role not stated): thanked by name in a review for helping “in our hour of need,” alongside “the team.” - **Reception team** (roles not individually named): mentioned as making clients feel welcome. - **Veterinary nurse** (name not given): described as “brill” when handling two dogs. - Across longer-term clients, a repeated point is **clear explanations and discussing options** during appointments (e.g., owners saying time is always given to explain the situation and choices). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.5 stars from 107 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Routine surgery outcomes (especially spays)** are a standout: owners describe barely visible wounds, very small scars even without keyhole surgery, and straightforward recoveries. - **Communication and decision-making support:** clients mention staff taking time to explain what’s going on and outlining options. - **Front-desk and nursing support:** reception is described as welcoming; a nurse is specifically praised for handling two dogs. - **Independence and value:** one reviewer explicitly says they prefer using an independent business and describes the service as cost-effective (no specific prices provided).

## Summary Northallerton Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (the website copy describes Vets4Pets as a nationwide chain). The structured clinic data also lists it as a **Veterinary Nurse Training facility**. From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe straightforward **consultations and ongoing care**, with several mentions of vets **explaining options clearly** and advising on **medicines**. There’s also a negative account describing a cat being treated for a suspected **bladder infection**, involving an at-home urine collection kit, diet pellets and an injection that the owner felt was costly and stressful for the cat. ## Services Services mentioned in the provided sources include: - **General health checks/consultations** (owners describe repeated visits for “general health checks” and other issues). - **Medication advice and prescribing** (one review notes being advised on “what medicine is best catered to my pet”; another describes medicine prescribed for a very unwell dog). - **Urine sampling for suspected urinary issues** (a review describes being asked to use a litter-box urine collection kit for a cat). - **Treatment for suspected bladder infection** (a review references an injection and new diet pellets being recommended). - **Dental cleaning discussed** (raised in a review as an expected/required next step by a previous vet, affecting an insurance claim). - **Care for cats** is mentioned frequently in reviews; **guinea pigs (“cavies”)** are also specifically mentioned, with the reviewer noting the vet was comfortable explaining care for them. ## People No individual staff names are mentioned in the inputs. What reviewers repeatedly highlight about the team: - **Reception staff described as helpful** (mentioned in multiple reviews). - **Vets who “fully explain everything”** during appointments (noted by a cat owner who saw different vets). - One reviewer appreciated **medicine guidance tailored to their pet**. ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 199 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Owners often mention **helpful reception staff** and vets who **explain things clearly**. - Multiple cat owners say they’ve had **good experiences across different vets** at the practice. - One recurring negative account describes frustration with a more recent cat visit: a **locum vet’s suspected bladder infection plan** (including an at-home urine collection kit) that the owner felt **stressed the cat** and led to **higher costs**, alongside dissatisfaction about an **insurance dispute linked to dental cleaning**.

## Summary 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**. ## Services Based on the clinic website summary and the reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include: - **Vaccinations** (reviews mention booster appointments) - **Parasite care** - **Neutering** - **Microchipping** - **Dentistry** - **ECG** - **Nurse clinics** - **Home visits** - **15‑minute consultations** - **Lump checks / lump assessments** (review mentions a **free lump check**; another review mentions getting a **quote** for an eyelid lump procedure) Facilities/capabilities stated on the website: - **In‑house laboratory** - **X‑rays** - **Ultrasound** - **Orthopaedic theatre** Emergency / out-of-hours: - The website states **out‑of‑hours care is provided by a Medivet 24‑hour service** (i.e., not necessarily handled on-site). Training: - Listed in the clinic data as a **veterinary nurse training facility**. ## Pricing - **Free lump check** (explicitly mentioned in a recent review). ## People No individual clinicians are named in the information provided. What reviewers consistently describe about the team: - **Handling nervous pets:** multiple owners say staff “put my little dog at ease every time we visit,” and make dogs feel “safe,” with one owner noting their dog seems to **enjoy visits**. - **Clear routine appointment management:** a booster visit is described as “straightforward,” with the vet being “very good” with the dog. - **Support at end-of-life:** one recent review mentions the team during a visit where a cat was **put to sleep** (the owner notes it was never pleasant, but comments “nice staff”). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 118 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Routine care and follow-up planning:** boosters handled smoothly; lumps discussed with plans made and **quotes** arranged for next steps. - **Pet handling and reassurance:** several reviews focus on staff helping dogs feel calm and safe during visits. - **A notable negative experience about urgent help:** one older 1‑star review alleges they couldn’t get a vet to attend overnight for a dog in pain and disputes “24/7 call‑outs” messaging—this contrasts with the clinic website’s statement that out‑of‑hours care is provided via a separate Medivet 24‑hour service.