Dog & Cat Vets in South Yorkshire

## Summary Peak Veterinary Practice offers routine veterinary care alongside nurse-led health clinics, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews describe practical, case-driven support such as being seen the same day for a critically unwell cat, a next-day recheck requested by the vet, and admission for monitoring when needed. Owners also mention a “plan” that “works well,” and one review describes the practice organising a referral to a specialist for liver-related illness. ## Services - **Nurse health clinics** (listed on the clinic website). - **Same-day appointments for urgent illness** (reported by an owner of a critically unwell cat who was seen the same day). - **Rechecks/follow-up appointments** (a vet asked for the cat to be brought back the next day). - **In-patient admission/monitoring** (a cat was admitted so he could be monitored). - **Referral to a specialist** (organised with a specialist vet for a cat with liver failure). - **General consultations and health checks** (one owner describes an “in depth health check” and discussion of different treatment options). ## People - **Madeleine (vet)**: mentioned as “excellent,” with an owner saying they trust her expertise for a rescue German Shepherd Dog. - **Isobel (vet)**: praised for listening to concerns, doing an in-depth health check, and offering different treatment options. - **Keith (staff member; role not stated)**: described as “outstanding” by one reviewer. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 780 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Responsiveness for unwell pets:** same-day assessment for a critically unwell cat, next-day follow-up requested by the vet, and admission for monitoring. - **Communication and option-setting:** owners describe vets listening carefully and offering different treatment options. - **Support during end-of-life care:** one reviewer highlights sensitive, supportive handling when their cat was put to sleep. - **Facilities noted by owners:** waiting area described as having **separate areas for dogs and cats**. - **Cost/value mentioned (without specific prices):** one owner says the bill was “a fraction” of what they expected. - **Plans:** one reviewer says a “plan works well,” but no details are given in the reviews provided.

## Summary Calder Vets Ltd is part of the Calder Vets group (as described on the practice website) and presents itself as a modern practice set up for routine care plus in-house diagnostics and surgery, with access to 24/7 emergency care via Dewsbury Hospital. The website highlights dental care in dedicated suites, digital radiography, and in-house lab testing, alongside routine consultations, vaccinations and parasite control, and a stocked pharmacy/prescription diets. From the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention vets taking time to explain options (including recommendations for a dog’s future health) and continuity with the same vet for repeat visits (named vet “Michael” is mentioned). One detailed negative review describes problems with record-keeping and communication around insurance claims and prescriptions, including emails not being answered over months, which conflicts with the otherwise positive reports of helpful, responsive staff. ## Services Based on the clinic’s website summary and the latest written reviews available: - Routine consultations and health checks - Vaccinations and parasite control - Neutering and other surgical procedures - Dental care (website mentions dedicated dental suites) - Diagnostics including digital radiography (X-rays) - In-house laboratory testing - Pharmacy and prescription diets - Pet health advisory service - Home visits (by arrangement) - Referral/access to 24/7 emergency care at Dewsbury Hospital (as stated on the website) - Treatment of rabbits is specifically referenced in reviews, with one owner choosing the practice due to concerns about “exotic” pet expertise ## Pricing - One reviewer compares pricing to another practice and says they are willing to pay “the same annually” at Calder Vets instead of a “lifetime vaccinations for a 1-off £99” elsewhere (no Calder Vets vaccination price is stated). - One reviewer describes a quote as “extortionate” and felt “the number of procedures suggested” was a downside (no amounts are given). ## People - **Michael (vet)**: Mentioned by name as a vet seen multiple times; the owner valued seeing the same person who “understands our pets needs combined with ours,” and said he was “great with our dog.” - **Ansorie, Amy and Julie (roles not specified)**: Thanked by name in a detailed rabbit review for attention to detail and clear explanations; the reviewer also notes staff stayed beyond closing time to work on their rabbit. - Reception staff are repeatedly described as friendly/helpful in multiple reviews; one negative review alleges reception/practice communication failures (no written reply to emails over ~6 months, and conflicting information by phone). ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 157 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Clear explanations and options during consults (e.g., recommendations and choices discussed for a dog’s future health; detailed explanations for rabbit care). - Staff friendliness across reception and clinical team is a frequent point (welcoming atmosphere, “went above and beyond”). - Continuity of care is valued when owners can see the same vet (specifically mentioned with vet Michael). - Mixed experiences on costs and recommended procedures: one review complains about “extortionate” pricing and too many procedures suggested. - One detailed complaint describes serious administrative/communication issues (record-keeping, insurance claims made without consent, prescription dosing/cost concerns, and unanswered emails over months), which contrasts with the largely positive service reports.

## Summary The Pet Vet Barnsley is part of **The Pet Vet** group and is set up for both **routine care and urgent cases**, with **emergency veterinary services listed as 24/7 or extended-hours** in the clinic data. The website also states **no surcharge for weekend appointments**, including for **unregistered customers**. Facilities and services highlighted include **in-house imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, dental X-ray)** and an **in-house laboratory**, with a notable focus on **dentistry** (including “advanced dentistry” and “dental restorative treatment”) and care for **exotic/small animals**. Recent reviews add concrete examples of what that looks like in practice: owners describe **emergency same-day fitting-in**, **multiple post-op checks after dental work**, and staff who are **confident with small/exotic species** (rats, rabbits, birds). ## Services Based on the website summary and reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include: - **Vet consultations** and **nurse clinics** - **Home visits** - **Routine and emergency treatment** (one review describes being “fit in at last minute” for an emergency appointment) - **Diagnostics on-site:** X-ray, ultrasound, **dental X-ray**, and an **in-house laboratory** - **Dentistry:** “advanced dentistry” and “dental restorative treatment”; reviews mention treatment of **dental malocclusion** with **multiple post-op checks** - **Orthopaedics** (listed on the website) - **Exotic/small animal care:** the clinic states it treats **exotics**; reviews specifically mention care for a **rat** (neuter), **rabbits** (neutering), and a **bird** with a severe wing injury (ultimately euthanised when it couldn’t be fixed) - **Pet health certificates** - **Pet Health Plan** (details/prices not provided in the available summary) - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (listed in the clinic data) ## People Named staff mentioned in reviews, with what clients describe: - **Martyna G.** (role not stated): credited with sorting a pet’s **dental malocclusion**, with the owner noting **many post-op checks** and positive experiences with multiple nurses involved. - **David** (vet): described as explaining a cat’s **treatment plan thoroughly** during an emergency appointment. - **Ana** (vet): praised for handling an anxious situation by examining a dog with an **ear infection** away from the owner (in a back room with a nurse) to reduce anxiety, and for explaining treatment **step-by-step**. - **Jill** (reception): mentioned for fitting an emergency case in at the last minute and being “helpful and understanding.” - **Debbie** (reception/phone, role not stated): noted for taking a call about a **bird in distress**, being reassuring, and arranging for the vets to assess the bird. ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 796 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Front-desk empathy and communication**: multiple reviews focus on receptionists being calm, respectful, and helpful during stressful situations (including end-of-life circumstances). - **Clear explanations and treatment plans**: owners describe vets explaining the plan thoroughly and walking them through treatment step-by-step. - **Follow-up and post-op care**: examples include “many post-op checks” after dental work; one owner of a rat says a neuter **included one pre-op and two post-op checkups**. - **Comfort with small/exotic animals**: owners specifically mention rats, rabbits, and a bird, including confidence with species-specific care and appropriate handling when treatment wasn’t possible.

## Summary Rase Veterinary Centre is part of a multi-surgery group (Rase and Aldervale Vets) and is listed as **RCVS Tier 3 accredited**. The website describes in-house **24/7 emergency out-of-hours cover** across the group’s small-animal practices, plus cover for an external partner practice. From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe: - **Routine care done gently for anxious pets**, including a health check and booster vaccination where the vet “clearly explained” what was being done and spent time keeping a cat calm. - **Surgical aftercare noted in a neutering case**, with a kitten described as fully recovered and left with a “very tiny scar.” - **Fast response in at least one emergency**, including immediate treatment on arrival and an overnight drip for toxin ingestion. - A clear negative outlier: one owner reports being booked in for a suspected **gastric torsion** but then told the practice couldn’t treat it and to travel elsewhere, which they felt wasted critical time. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned on the clinic website and in reviews include: - **Consultations** - **Vaccinations** (booster vaccination specifically mentioned) - **Neutering/castration** (kitten castration specifically mentioned) - **Diagnostics** - **Orthopaedic surgery** - **Soft tissue surgery** - **Onsite laboratory** - **Home visits** - **Rehabilitation** (“Rase Rehab”) - **Certification** (type not specified) - **Zoo work** (“Zoos” listed on the website) Emergency/out-of-hours (as stated on the website): - The group provides **its own emergency out-of-hours cover with staff available 24/7** for its small-animal practices, and also covers a named partner practice (not repeated here to avoid location details). ## People No individual clinicians are named in the information provided, but reviews do give a few concrete examples of how the team works with pets and owners: - A “young lady” involved in **post-castration care** is described as “lovely,” with the owner noting a smooth recovery and minimal scarring. - A vet is described **keeping a nervous cat calm during an exam and booster**, and explaining the visit clearly so the owner felt informed. - Reception staff are specifically mentioned for **taking time to explain what to do for out-of-hours emergencies**. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.5 stars from 292 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Gentle handling and clear explanations**, especially for cats that are anxious during checks and vaccinations. - **Positive outcomes in both routine and complex problems**, including recovery after castration and ongoing care for issues ranging from “tummy troubles” to a tooth problem involving the sinus cavity. - **Emergency care experiences are mixed**: one review describes treatment started within minutes and an overnight drip that saved a puppy after toxin ingestion, while another describes a suspected torsion case where the owner felt time was lost after being assessed and then redirected elsewhere. - **Environment notes** from one owner: described as smaller and calmer, clean, and without strong animal smells that can stress pets.

## Summary Rase Veterinary Centre is part of a wider multi-surgery practice group (Rase Veterinary Centre / Aldervale Vets) rather than a single stand‑alone clinic. The website describes broad small‑animal provision including in‑house diagnostics and surgery, and states the group provides its own emergency out‑of‑hours cover across its practices. In reviews, owners give specific examples of help with urgent injuries (a dog seen when the team were closing, for a suspected fracture), straightforward preventative care (puppy vaccinations), and ongoing medication support via reception. ## Services Based on the clinic website and reviews, services mentioned include: - Consultations - Vaccinations (puppy “jabs” mentioned) - Home visits - Diagnostics, including an onsite laboratory - Orthopaedic surgery - Soft tissue surgery - Emergency out‑of‑hours cover provided by the practice group (stated on the website) - Veterinary Nurse Training facility (from structured clinic data) ## Pricing - Rabies vaccine and worming medication: **£35** (as quoted in a review) ## People - **Paula (vet)**: One reviewer says they travel specifically to see her, describing her as “knowledgeable,” and says she helps with medication planning/support. - **Lorenzo (vet)**: Named in a review where he and the team agreed to help a dog with a suspected fracture despite it being near closing time. - **Reception team**: Mentioned as helpful when sorting out pet medication. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.5 stars from 126 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Help with urgent problems: one owner describes staff assisting a dog with a suspected fracture even as the clinic was closing. - Preventative care: puppy vaccinations are mentioned positively. - Medication support: reception is specifically praised for helping sort out pet medication. - Costs/value: one reviewer cites **£35** for rabies vaccine plus worming medication; other reviews describe “reasonable prices”/“value for money” without figures. - VIP club: mentioned as saving “a good few quid each month,” but no plan price or inclusions are stated in the reviews provided.