Farm & Large-Animal Vets in South Yorkshire

## 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.

## Summary Churchfield Veterinary Centre is a long-established practice (the website says it has been operating since the 1930s) and states it provides a 24/7 emergency service every day of the year. Reviews describe pets being made more comfortable during visits—particularly nervous animals—and multiple long-term clients (e.g., 16 years and 45+ years) say they’ve stayed with the practice over decades. One recent negative review describes overhearing a vet and trainee criticising a previous client, including swearing, through doors that weren’t soundproof. ## Services - **24/7 emergency care:** The website states a **24/7 emergency service every day of the year**. - **Equine care:** The website lists **equine** among the species handled. - **Veterinary nurse training facility:** Listed in the provided clinic data. - **Support for anxious/nervous pets (as reported by owners):** Several reviewers mention staff accommodating nervous pets and making visits as comfortable as possible. ## People - **Vets and trainees (as mentioned in a review):** One reviewer reports overhearing a **vet and trainee** speaking negatively about a previous client, including swearing, which they felt was unprofessional. - **Front-of-house/whole team (from multiple reviews):** Owners repeatedly describe staff as listening to concerns, being helpful, and taking steps to keep pets calm—one person specifically notes their previously apprehensive dog was “much happier” attending this practice. ## Reviews **4.5 stars from 221 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Long-term loyalty:** Multiple owners mention staying with the practice for many years (including 16 years and 45+ years). - **Handling nervous pets:** Reviews repeatedly mention anxious pets being accommodated and made more comfortable during appointments. - **Clean, welcoming environment:** One review specifically describes the surgery as “very clean and welcoming.” - **Professionalism concerns (isolated but specific):** A recent 1-star review alleges staff could be overheard criticising a previous client and swearing, due to doors not being soundproof.

## Summary Hird and Partners Sheffield LLP is a multi-species veterinary practice (small animals, equine and farm animals), with equine work featuring heavily in the written reviews. Owners repeatedly describe “first rate” facilities and a clinic-based approach when needed (one reviewer reports being told their horse would likely need to come into the clinic rather than being assessed on the yard). Several reviews also mention being kept informed through diagnosis and treatment, and that notes sent in advance were read and used during the appointment. One recurring concern is a reported phone interaction around a lameness appointment that felt confusing and “money-focused” to the client. ## Services - **Equine diagnostics and treatment** are frequently referenced in reviews, including: - **Lameness assessment** (requested by an owner; the clinic suggested the horse may need to be seen in-clinic rather than on-yard). - **X-rays** (mentioned in the context of confirming a diagnosis). - **Scoping day** (one owner attended and described the process as smooth and low-stress). - Investigation/diagnosis of **kissing spine**, reported as identified clinically and confirmed by X-ray. - **Emergency care**: the website states that emergency contact numbers are provided for pets and for equine/farm animals. ## People - **Alexis (vet)**: mentioned multiple times for clear explanations and apparent preparation (one owner says notes sent before the appointment had been read; another says she explained everything clearly). Also credited in one review with recognising signs of kissing spine and confirming it with X-ray. - **Ellie**: praised alongside Alexis for how the owner was kept involved and informed throughout diagnosis and treatment. - **Becky**: mentioned as leading the visit with “her team,” described as kind and considerate during a horse appointment. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 58 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Multiple owners highlight **communication and involvement**: being kept informed during diagnosis/treatment, and clinicians explaining findings clearly. - **Facilities and process** are noted: “first rate” facilities; a “super clean” environment; a scoping day described as smooth and stress-free. - **Equine diagnostic work** is specifically mentioned (lameness concerns, X-rays, kissing spine diagnosis/confirmation). - A contrasting theme appears in two 1-star reviews: a **problematic pre-appointment phone call** (assumptions about what the client wanted, and a suggestion that little could be done on-yard), followed by a cancellation where the client felt the response lacked concern and seemed focused on money rather than the horse.

## Summary Hall Court Veterinary Group is an **independently owned** practice (also described as independent in reviews). The website highlights **daily veterinary nurse clinics** for routine care (for example nail clips and senior health checks), and reviews mention a **drop-in system** where one owner says they’re usually seen within **25 minutes**, plus **email/WhatsApp responses within a few hours** that sometimes avoid an unnecessary visit. Reviews are mostly positive and describe strong support around difficult decisions (including **euthanasia appointments** where staff provided **fur clippings and pawprints** and families didn’t feel rushed). A minority of recent reviews raise serious concerns, including one report of **post-operative staples left in** and another describing **unexpected charges** tied to blood testing and surgery communication. ## Services From the clinic website summary and recent reviews, services mentioned include: - **Veterinary nurse clinics (daily)**, including: - **Nail clips** - **Puppy checks** - **Flea and worming checks** - **Anal gland emptying** - **Senior health checks** for cats and dogs - **Cat neutering/spaying** (one reviewer details charges for spays and blood tests) - **Surgery**, including: - An owner describing their dog needing **emergency surgery** (described as life-saving) - One review referencing a **C-section and hysterectomy** with a later **hernia repair** (reported as having complications/concerns) - **End-of-life care/euthanasia**, including keepsakes such as **pawprints and fur clippings** (as described in reviews) - **Travel advice for pets going overseas** (a reviewer specifically praises “Steph” for knowledge in this area) - **Out-of-hours arrangements (as stated on the website):** - **In-house out-of-hours** cover until **9pm Monday–Friday** and **8am–12pm on Saturday and Sunday** - Outside those hours, the practice uses an **external service provider** - **Veterinary Nurse Training facility** (listed in the structured clinic data) ## Pricing Specific prices mentioned in recent reviews: - Cat spay appointment where: - A cat that **didn’t have surgery** was charged **£155** (reviewer’s account) - A cat that **did have surgery** was **£260** (reviewer’s account) - Blood testing prices described by one reviewer: - Optional blood test discussed as **£30** - A lab blood test later billed as **£95**, which the reviewer says was not clearly communicated in advance ## People Named individuals mentioned positively in the latest reviews: - **Aimee** (role not stated): mentioned for guiding a family through euthanasia “every step of the way,” including arranging **fur clippings and footprints**, and not making them feel rushed or judged. - **Steph** (role not stated): praised for “incredible knowledge” about **travelling overseas with pets**; also referenced by another reviewer as someone they trust along with “her team.” - **Aoife** (role not stated): described as having a **calming presence** and “excellent expertise.” - **Laura** (described as a **nurse** in one review, and separately thanked directly by another): described as **helpful, patient and understanding**. - **Lynne** (described as a **nurse**): mentioned positively as part of the nursing team. - **Zoe** and **Lauren** (described as **reception**): praised for friendly greetings. - **Sophie** (described as **receptionist**): singled out for being **professional, kind and caring** while assisting during a euthanasia visit. - **Roxanne** and **Emily** (roles not stated): thanked as part of the team during ongoing care. ## Reviews **4.5 stars from 500 reviews.** The themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Access and communication:** a “drop-in” is described as working well (one owner reports waits under **25 minutes**), and one reviewer says questions are answered without feeling rushed; another mentions **email/WhatsApp replies within hours** that sometimes prevent an extra visit. - **Support during end-of-life care:** multiple reviews describe euthanasia support as careful and unhurried, including **pawprints and fur clippings** offered to families. - **Clinical care praised, including urgent situations:** reviewers describe cases where pets were very ill and the team “could not do enough,” including a dog needing **emergency surgery**. - **Cost/consent concerns raised by some:** one recent 1-star review describes feeling blindsided by charges (including a **£95** lab blood test that they say wasn’t clearly priced on the phone), and another review alleges post-op issues (for example **staples left in** and later hernia problems).

## Summary Equine Veterinary Centre is an equine-focused clinic that offers emergency veterinary services and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on recent reviews, owners most often mention support with urgent cases (colic) and stud/reproduction work, including out-of-hours phone help (examples given of calls answered around midnight and early morning). Reviews also reference facilities on arrival, including “plenty of room” and an arena. Feedback is mostly positive, but there is a clear conflict: one detailed review describes a strongly negative experience during a vetting (alleging unprofessional comments and questionable clinical judgements), while other reviewers describe the vets as knowledgeable and helpful, including praise for reproductive outcomes and emergency support. ## Services - **Emergency veterinary services** (explicitly stated in the clinic data), with reviews describing urgent support for colic and out-of-hours phone advice. - **Colic support** (mentioned in reviews as a situation where the team were a “god send”). - **Stud and reproduction work** (multiple detailed reviews describe reproduction-focused veterinary support, aiming to maximise reproductive rates, and reporting successful pregnancies). - **Equine vetting** (one review discusses a pre-purchase/vetting appointment and concerns about how it was handled). - **Veterinary nurse training facility** (explicitly listed in the structured data). ## People - **Libby Dutton** (named in multiple recent reviews): one stud owner credits her with reproduction support and results (multiple mares in foal on first attempt) and being available by phone at unusual hours when urgent support was needed. Another reviewer describes a negative vetting experience involving alleged personal remarks about the seller and disputed clinical observations. - **Jess and Gabri** (named in an older review): described as trying hard to save a pony after a dog attack and supporting the owner when euthanasia was needed. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.5 stars from 44 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Stud/reproduction work with reported outcomes:** one reviewer reports a notably successful breeding season (5 mares in foal on the first attempt) and fewer complications, attributing this to the vet’s diligence and availability. - **Urgent and emergency support:** colic is specifically mentioned, with staff described as very helpful during the episode; out-of-hours phone support is also mentioned. - **Handling of different types of horses/ponies:** one owner mentions kindness with a rescue pony, young horses, and an older cob. - **Facilities/space on arrival:** one review notes “plenty of room” and mentions an arena. - **A significant negative account about vetting professionalism:** one reviewer alleges biased or inappropriate commentary during a vetting and questions the vet’s clinical observations; they also state other vets later found the horse sound.