Specialist Vets in Driffield

## Summary Aldgate Veterinary Practice Limited describes itself as **independently owned** and focused on **preventative, diagnostic, and emergency care** for **dogs, cats, and rabbits**. The website states that **out-of-hours emergencies are handled by the clinic’s own team of vets and nurses**. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention **clear step-by-step explanations during treatment**, **being fitted in quickly for appointments**, and **support around long-term conditions** (for example, arthritis management and ongoing medication). One review also describes **end-of-life care for a rabbit**, including **providing a keepsake of fur**. ## Services Based on the website summary and the latest reviews available to us, the clinic is referenced as providing: - **Out-of-hours emergency care** (stated as provided by the practice’s own vets and nurses) - **Vaccinations** (annual vaccination mentioned for a cat) - **Rehabilitation** (listed on the website) - **Prescriptions / ongoing medication** (long-term medication mentioned for a pet after diagnosis and treatment) - Support for **chronic conditions** (arthritis mentioned in a large-breed dog; ongoing problem mentioned for a cat) - Care for **rabbits** as well as cats and dogs (rabbit end-of-life case described) ## People Named individuals mentioned positively in the latest reviews: - **Giles (vet)** — described as “amazing” with a cat who has an ongoing problem; also referenced alongside other vets as consistently helpful. - **Lucy (vet)** — credited with **efficient diagnosis** and **quick action on treatment**; described as **calm and reassuring**. The reviewer notes the pet improved quickly and is now on **long-term medication**. - **Alison (front desk/reception)** — singled out as “wonderful”; reception team also repeatedly mentioned as welcoming and recognising returning pets. Across multiple reviews, owners value staff who: - **Explain each step clearly** during procedures/appointments (one owner explicitly mentions understanding “every step of the process”) - Handle **nervous or difficult-to-handle cats** with calm, patient handling during appointments ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 325 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Owners repeatedly mention **clear communication**, including being walked through “every step of the process.” - Several reviews describe staff being able to **fit pets in quickly** or being “available when needed.” - Multiple examples relate to **long-term or ongoing issues**, including arthritis support and pets placed on **long-term medication** after diagnosis. - **Cat handling** comes up specifically: one owner notes their cat is not easy to handle, but staff remain calm and find ways to keep him relaxed during vaccination. - **End-of-life support** is mentioned in a rabbit case, including the clinic providing **a piece of fur as a keepsake**.

## Summary Field and Farm Vets describes itself as an **independent** veterinary clinic set up for **farm animals, horses, and small-holdings**, and recent client feedback also repeatedly mentions care for **cats, dogs, and rabbits**. Reviews give specific examples of (1) **clear step-by-step explanations** during treatment, (2) efforts to **fit appointments in quickly**, (3) ongoing management of **long-term conditions** (including arthritis and long-term medication), and (4) **end-of-life support**, with one owner mentioning being given a small keepsake of their rabbit’s fur alongside ashes. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned in the website summary and/or reviews include: - Veterinary care for **farm animals**, **horses**, and **small-holdings** (from the clinic’s own description). - Small animal care evidenced in reviews, including: - **Annual vaccinations** (cat vaccination appointment described). - **Diagnosis and treatment planning**, including acting quickly to start suitable treatment. - **Long-term condition management** (e.g., arthritis in a dog; another pet on long-term medication). - **Handling nervous or difficult-to-handle pets**, with staff taking time to keep a cat relaxed. - **End-of-life care and aftercare**, with one owner referencing ashes and being given a clipping of fur. Facilities mentioned: - **Clinical treatment rooms** (from the website summary). ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews: - **Lucy (vet)**: credited with efficiently diagnosing a pet’s condition, acting quickly to offer treatment, and being “calm & reassuring” and “super knowledgeable” during a case that resulted in long-term medication. - **Giles**: mentioned positively for ongoing support with a cat’s continuing problem. - **Alison (front desk/reception)**: described as “wonderful,” with multiple reviews also highlighting welcoming, friendly front-desk staff who recognise pets and help owners feel reassured. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 325 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Owners repeatedly mention **thorough explanations** of what will happen and why, helping them understand “every step of the process.” - Several reviews describe staff being **calm and patient with anxious pets**, including finding ways to keep a cat relaxed during vaccination. - **Ongoing care** is a common theme: arthritis support, long-term medication, and continued help with chronic problems. - **Speed and responsiveness** comes up in practical terms (e.g., being able to get a fast appointment; staff “do their best to fit you in”). - **Bereavement support** is mentioned in a detailed way by one rabbit owner, including receiving ashes and a small keepsake of fur.

## Summary Priory Veterinary Group is a multi-site practice (the website lists multiple “practices”) and is an **IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner** (as stated on the website). Based on the information available, it appears set up for routine preventive care and day-to-day medical cases (puppy vaccinations, health checks, elderly cat visits), with emergency care also mentioned on the website. Owners frequently describe practical touches that made appointments smoother: **timely appointments arranged around a 6‑month health check**, clinicians who **answer “new puppy” questions during vaccination visits**, and **clear options being given** rather than a single pushed plan. Several reviews also mention handling pets gently—particularly **nervous animals**—and a reception/waiting area that feels comfortable. ## Services - **Emergency care** (mentioned on the website). - **Puppy vaccinations** (owners mention booking vaccines for a new puppy). - **Health checks** (a 6‑month health check is mentioned). - **Care for older cats** (multiple visits for a “poorly elderly cat” are mentioned). - **Newly rescued pet check-over**, including **ear cleaning** (a rescued cat had a thorough check and ears cleaned). - **Dental care support/advice** (help and advice on caring for dogs’ teeth is mentioned). - **Nail/claw trimming** (cutting claws is specifically mentioned). - **Repeat prescriptions** and **online booking** are referenced on the website navigation text. - **Pet Health Club** proactive healthcare plans are referenced on the website (no plan details or prices were provided in the available summary). ## People - **Joanne** (role not stated): thanked for **advice on caring for dogs’ teeth** and for **cutting claws**, suggesting she is involved in practical preventive care and owner education. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 125 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Communication and appointment fit:** owners mention good communication around a health check and getting an appointment time that suited them. - **Support for anxious or nervous pets:** one owner notes their pet is usually nervous, but the vet was **gentle**, which helped. - **Clear explanations and options:** owners describe staff **listening to concerns**, then **giving options**, and answering “new puppy” questions during vaccine visits. - **Specific, hands-on care mentioned:** examples include **cleaning a rescued cat’s ears**, **teeth-care advice**, and **claw trimming**. - **Consistent front-desk experience:** multiple reviews mention a welcoming reception experience and a comfortable waiting area.

## Summary Bridge Street Veterinary Practice is a small-animal clinic that treats cats, dogs and several small pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters). The website lists a broad “general practice” set-up—surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, vaccinations and nurse clinics—and it also states the practice offers emergency vet services. It’s a Cat Friendly Clinic and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention clear communication and reassurance during stressful visits, plus follow-up phone calls after a cat’s visits, and being fitted in at short notice for an urgent appointment. ## Services From the practice website: - Surgery - Neutering - Vaccinations - Diagnostics - Dentistry - Nurse clinics - Prescriptions - Pet wellness screenings - Puppy parties - Emergency vet services (as stated on the website) - Species treated: cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters Accreditations / facilities mentioned: - Cat Friendly Clinic - Veterinary nurse training facility ## People Named on the website: - Amy Winter (Practice Manager) - Zaila Dunbar (Clinical Director) — mentioned in a review as providing an emergency appointment and helping an owner feel at ease. - Heather Scott (Veterinary Surgeon) - Katie Clarke (Veterinary Surgeon) — “Kate the Vet” is praised in reviews for fitting a pet in at short notice and being reassuring and informative. - Olivia Legard (Registered Veterinary Nurse) - Hannah Walker (Registered Veterinary Nurse) - Kim Johnson (Practice Administrator) - Linsey Newlove (Receptionist) What owners highlight in reviews: - **Zaila Dunbar**: described as reassuring during an emergency appointment, helping nervous owners feel calmer. - **Katie/Kate (vet)**: repeatedly credited with making time for a short-notice appointment and explaining things clearly. - **Team follow-up**: owners mention supportive follow-up calls after visits for a cat named Max. ## Reviews **4.8 stars from 252 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Follow-up after visits:** one owner reports receiving supportive follow-up calls after their cat’s appointments. - **Short-notice/emergency access:** owners describe being fitted in quickly for an urgent appointment and feeling reassured during the visit. - **Communication and professionalism:** multiple reviews mention clear communication, knowledge, and professional reception/nursing support.

## Summary Priory Vets offers routine and urgent veterinary care, with emergency care mentioned on its website. It’s listed as an **IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner** (as stated on the site). In reviews, owners repeatedly describe practical, hands-on support during appointments—such as a nurse helping one person manage **three cats for simultaneous appointments**, including **help carrying pets in and cleaning up after an accident**. Other specific examples include staff **explaining the process clearly before euthanasia**, and a vet **calling back late in the evening (10pm) to check a dog was OK** after a telephone consultation. Some owners also value continuity, mentioning their rescue dog being able to **see the same professionals across visits**. ## Services - **Emergency care** (mentioned on the website; no further detail provided there). - **Nurse appointments** (mentioned alongside vet appointments in reviews). - **Telephone consultations** (one owner describes being reassured by phone, followed by a later check-in call). - **Euthanasia** support (owners mention clear explanations beforehand). - **Routine care via “Pet Health Club”** (described in reviews as a way to pay for routine treatments and health checks; inclusions beyond that aren’t detailed in the inputs). ## People - **No individual clinicians are named** in the available website summary or latest reviews. - Multiple reviews highlight staff who: - Help with **handling/logistics** (e.g., assisting an owner bringing multiple cats in and getting them to the right appointments). - Deal calmly with **messy/awkward situations** (cleaning up after a cat had an accident during a visit). - Communicate clearly during **end-of-life care**, including explaining what will happen beforehand. - Provide **follow-up reassurance**, including an example of a vet phoning at **10pm** to check on a pet after a concern was raised earlier. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.7 stars from 87 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Owners describe **hands-on help during appointments**, especially when managing multiple pets alone (carrying pets in, directing them to nurse/vet appointments, cleaning up accidents). - **Clear explanations** are mentioned around difficult decisions (e.g., euthanasia). - **Extra reassurance/follow-up** is noted (a late-evening check-in call after a telephone consult). - Some owners appreciate **continuity of seeing the same professionals**, particularly for an anxious or previously abused rescue dog.