Farm & Large-Animal Vets in East Yorkshire

Grace Lane Veterinary Surgery describes itself as an independent practice, working from purpose-built premises and offering care across small animals, equine and farm livestock. The website highlights laparoscopic (“keyhole”) spays for dogs and cats and on-site CT scanning; reviews also mention out-of-hours visits and a case kept in overnight with catheterisation.

From the latest reviews, owners most often describe: easy appointment booking, follow-up phone calls after a visit, and staff being willing to start with a nurse check (including one “no charge” nurse assessment for a suspected tick). One review raises a concern after a CT scan, describing a subsequent hot spot at a blood-draw site and dissatisfaction with how that concern was handled by reception.

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.

Bishopton Veterinary Group is a long-established practice (over 80 years, per its website) that works with a wide mix of animals: pets as well as farm animals, pigs and equine. Recent reviews highlight practical, experience-based touches—an emergency visit where the team saw a pet early by swapping appointments when the owner arrived in a panic, and comments that the practice “don’t try to over sell” treatments. Owners also mention nurse-led support (including a structured weight-loss journey for an overweight cat) and complementary options such as acupuncture for an older cat, alongside a calm waiting-room atmosphere that helped a nervous dog settle.

Medivet Swanland 24 Hour / Swanbridge Veterinary Hospital is part of the Medivet group and is set up for out-of-hours and urgent cases, with owners repeatedly describing being seen after 7pm and getting rapid diagnostics and treatment. Recent reviews give concrete examples of emergency care including inducing vomiting after mince pies, urgent surgery for a urinary blockage, and blood tests with diagnosis and treatment within about half an hour. Owners also mention unhurried consultations for non-emergency concerns (e.g., discussing lumps and teeth) and vets taking time to explain options and involve them in decisions. Pricing comes up as a concern in one recent review about the cost of out-of-hours emergency surgery, even while praising the clinical care and communication.

The Norwood Veterinary Practice LLP is a veterinary practice that, based on its website, offers round-the-clock availability (“24 hours a day, every day of the year”). Recent reviews describe both routine and complex care, including a dog spay with proactive consent checks during the operation, and emergency major surgery with follow-up check-ups afterwards. Owners also mention vets taking time to let nervous dogs settle in the consult room before examination, and staff keeping them updated during procedures and emergencies.

Wicstun Veterinary Hospital is a long-established practice (the website states it has served the community for over 90 years) and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. It’s also described in the clinic data as providing emergency veterinary services (24/7/extended-hours).

From recent reviews, it appears set up for urgent and hospital-level care as well as routine work: owners describe rapid emergency triage (including a nurse meeting them on arrival), admission with IV fluids, surgery, and repeat visits for sedated dressing changes after a serious dog-attack injury. There’s also mention of a “new cat clinic,” which one owner says helped an anxious cat settle in the waiting room and tolerate handling.

Experiences around communication and fees are mixed: some owners describe compassionate end-of-life care and clear kindness at reception, while others report not receiving promised call-backs or a named contact, and a few raise serious complaints about unexpected or disputed charges.

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.

Wicstun Veterinary Group is a long-established practice (the website says it has served pet owners for over 90 years). Ownership/parent group isn’t stated in the information provided.

Based on the available details, it appears set up for routine preventative care alongside urgent/complex cases: reviews mention a 24/7 vet hospital within the group and access to advanced imaging (a CT scanner was specifically mentioned). Owners also describe being able to get same-day appointments, and one review highlights a monthly plan used for vaccinations and parasite prevention (vaccines, wormer, etc.). A named vet, Andrew, is repeatedly recommended for handling rescue rabbits and also small dogs.

Vermuyden Veterinary Practice is a small-animal vet practice offering emergency veterinary services (listed as 24/7 or extended hours). Recent reviews repeatedly mention vets taking time to explain options clearly, being able to fit pets in quickly when needed, and providing supportive care for both routine visits and more difficult moments (including surgery and euthanasia). Specific examples include a dog being cared for “during her surgery,” owners being talked through the euthanasia process and given time to grieve afterwards, and praise for handling nervous rescue dogs who are wary of men.

Archway Practice is repeatedly described in reviews as a clinic where many owners see the same vet over the full lifetime of their pets, including support “until it was time to say goodbye.” The vet most often named is Mr Dixon, who reviewers describe as direct and efficient (“no nonsense”), while also taking time to listen and examine pets thoroughly. Several owners also emphasise decision-making that prioritises the animal over cost (e.g., “will advise on what’s best for your pet and not his pocket”), alongside comments that fees feel fair.

Howells Veterinary Services Limited describes itself as an independent practice (not a corporate group) and states it provides a 24-hour service across pets, farm animals and horses, including a mobile first-opinion service for horses and a farm supplies outlet. Reviewers most often mention help in urgent situations and practical handling of anxious dogs: one owner describes an emergency where staff arranged for vets to travel out quickly despite poor weather, and another says their anxious dog was brought in via a back door to avoid other dogs and was allowed to stay with the owner in a nurse room pre-op rather than in kennels.

Medivet Beverley / Swanfield Veterinary Centre is part of the Medivet group. The evidence suggests a small-animal GP practice that also handles routine surgery and follow-up: one owner describes a spay where the team took prior stitch-failure concerns seriously and used “extra measures,” with the dog back to normal within ~72 hours and no discomfort noted. The website also promotes a FREE Mobility Pain Check (time-limited offer mentioned) and states an overnight emergency consultation option with a set price. Recent reviews are mostly positive about pets becoming comfortable with handling over repeat visits, but there are also complaints about pricing (e.g., ear drops) and a dispute over a “free first consultation” flyer.

Rase Veterinary Centre is part of a wider multi-site group (Rase and Aldervale Vets) and states it provides its own out‑of‑hours emergency cover across its small‑animal practices. The website describes a practice set up for both routine and more complex work (diagnostics, onsite laboratory, orthopaedic and soft‑tissue surgery, and a rehab service), with an RCVS Tier 3–accredited hospital site within the group (as described on the website).

From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe

• •Urgent/emergency presentations being handled quickly and sympathetically (e.g., dog attack wounds cleaned and treated with pain relief; another very ill dog improving within 24 hours).
• •A split in experiences: several owners report reassuring care from vets and nurses during emergencies, while a few report poor planning/handling during procedures (blood tests without nurse support) or missed underlying causes (long‑running ear problems treated repeatedly without identifying an allergy).

Tower Veterinary Group is a multi-branch veterinary practice accredited under the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Practice Standards Scheme, and it’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews (all 5-star among the latest we’ve seen) repeatedly describe efficient routine care and notably calm handling for nervous pets—examples include an anxious cat brought in for annual boosters and a nail trim, and dogs that reportedly stay relaxed during visits. Owners also mention thorough health checks where the vet took time to listen to concerns, and small touches like pets being offered treats at the end of appointments.

Medivet Patrington / Cygnet Veterinary Centre is part of the Medivet group. The clinic appears geared toward ongoing, long-term care for cats and dogs, with multiple reviewers describing years of continuity with the same vet (Paul) and routine follow-ups/health checks alongside injury appointments. Owners repeatedly mention detailed explanations and being given options rather than a single fixed plan, plus a calm, low-pressure handling style for nervous pets (including a rescue cat seen for a 6‑month check). One recent review also describes being given an appointment quickly for a dew claw injury.

Wicstun Veterinary Group is a multi-practice vet group that has been operating for over 90 years (per its website). Reviews describe a practice that handles routine preventative care (such as booster vaccinations and check-overs) and communicates clearly—several owners mention staff answering questions and explaining costs. During COVID restrictions, one owner describes the vet coming outside to collect their dog for a booster injection and exam while they waited outside. The clinic is also listed as offering emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours).

Garth Pig Practice Limited is a pig-only veterinary practice, described on its website as focused solely on pigs and operating at an industry scale (stating it serves clients across the UK and worldwide and is “one of the largest veterinary suppliers to the UK pig industry”). Reviews are mostly brief but consistently mention helpful, friendly staff and long-term use by some clients; one older review disputes this, alleging money-focused care and calling a “pet plan” a rip-off.

Concrete details supported by available sources

• •Species focus: pigs only (website).
• •Clients report routine care such as nail clipping and booster vaccinations (review).
• •Multiple reviewers describe staff as “very helpful” and “friendly” (reviews).
• •One negative review alleges poor care and dissatisfaction with a “pet plan” (review).

Haven Veterinary Group is a multi-branch practice (the site describes two branches) offering care for pets as well as ambulatory equine and farm work, with a stated heritage “since 1907.” Facilities listed on the website include separate dog/cat/exotics wards, isolation facilities, a diagnostic imaging room, a dental area, an in-house laboratory, and a separate operating theatre. Recent reviews repeatedly mention a welcoming reception team, vets who take time to explain findings and options, and the practice accepting an emergency admission; one owner also highlights practical advice to reduce stress for a dog that isn’t keen on vet visits. The ownership model (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided.

Battle Flatts Veterinary Clinic is part of the CVS group (a corporate veterinary provider) and is described on its website as a small animal practice established in the 1980s. The clinic offers routine care and surgery, with an out-of-hours arrangement directing emergencies to York Emergency Vets for free telephone advice and emergency consultations.

From the latest reviews available to us, experiences are sharply mixed: several owners single out vet Hannah for support in difficult situations (including end-of-life care for a rabbit and ongoing care for a cockatiel with chronic egg-laying), while a small number of reviewers describe serious concerns after routine procedures and check-ups (including allegations of incorrect diagnosis, poor handling, and a severe post-castration complication requiring treatment elsewhere).

Concrete points supported by the inputs include

• •Out-of-hours emergencies are routed to York Emergency Vets (free phone advice and emergency consultations), rather than being handled in-house.
• •Nurse consultations are listed as a specific service, alongside vet consultations.
• •Reviews mention care for non-traditional pets (a cockatiel and a rabbit), not only dogs/cats.
• •Multiple negative reviews describe disputes about diagnosis and post-op outcomes, and complaints about costs (without specific prices).

Westpoint Group Trading Ltd – Murton is part of the Westpoint group and is set up as a livestock-focused veterinary practice rather than a small-animal clinic. The website lists routine and emergency farm work alongside reproduction-focused services (including cattle and sheep AI and embryo work), and reviews mention vets attending farm visits (including late-night call-outs). In the latest reviews available to us, sheep keepers describe getting hands-on guidance as new flock owners, and one detailed account describes a late-night visit for a sick orphan calf where the vet used the Madigan Squeeze technique and stayed on-site rather than rushing off. There is also a negative review alleging the “lead vet” was insulting in writing, while “the rest of the staff are fine.”

Bishopton Veterinary Group is a long-established practice (the website says it has provided animal care for over 80 years). It covers multiple types of animals—pets as well as farm animals, pigs, and equine—suggesting it’s set up for more than just routine companion-animal work. The site also references a “Lifetime Care Club” intended to help owners budget for routine care (no plan details or prices were provided in the available information).

Google reviews are few and old; the only written comment available says they “had what I wanted,” without explaining what service was used.

Holmefield Farm Services Ltd is a limited company, but the available data provided here doesn’t include any confirmed clinical details beyond the name and basic listing information. No website summary, service list, or written reviews were supplied in the inputs, so it isn’t possible to say what species they treat, what facilities they have, or what types of appointments/procedures they’re set up for based on evidence.

Bond Thoroughbred Ltd is listed in the provided clinic data, but no details were included about whether it’s independently owned or part of a corporate group, what species it treats, what services it offers, facilities/equipment, staffing, or any policies (e.g., appointments, urgent care, follow-ups).

No Google rating/review count or written reviews were provided, and no website summary was included—so there isn’t enough evidence here to describe typical case types handled, strengths, or client-reported experiences.