Dog & Cat Vets in Barnsley

## 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 Animal Trust Vets CIC Barnsley is part of the Animal Trust Vets CIC network, described on its website as a mission-led veterinary social enterprise with transparent pricing. It offers full-service general practice alongside higher-end capability (including CT scans and major surgery) and provides urgent care 24/7, with the website stating consistent pricing and a £79 out‑of‑hours supplement. From recent reviews, the clinic appears set up for both routine care and serious cases, with owners describing: - Detailed post-op aftercare following a TPLO procedure, described as “100% excellent.” - Overnight urgent admission with “regularly updated” progress updates through to discharge a couple of days later. - Clear discussion of options for recurring urinary issues in a cat, including catheter drainage, cystotomy surgery, and prevention planning (dietary changes and other surgery options). It is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. ## Services Services and capabilities mentioned in the website summary and/or reviews include: - General practice care, including **vaccinations** - **Surgery**, including **major surgery** - **Urgent care** (website states 24/7 urgent care; reviews describe overnight presentation and hospital admission) - **Referral care** (as stated on the website) - **CT scans** (as stated on the website) - Orthopaedic surgery: **TPLO** (tibial plateau levelling osteotomy) mentioned in a review, with follow-up aftercare - Cat urinary emergency care described in a review: **catheter draining**, **cystotomy surgery**, and treatment planning for **cystitis** and recurrence prevention ## Pricing Explicit prices and pricing policies mentioned: - **Free consultations in working hours** (review) - **£79 out-of-hours supplement / emergency consultation fee** (website states a £79 supplement for out-of-hours service; a review also cites “Emergency consult fee £79.00 or somewhere near.”) ## People Named staff mentioned in reviews: - **Sarah (vet)** — described as “very good” by an owner whose cat was treated for urinary blockage and ongoing care planning. - **Andrew (surgeon)** — positively mentioned by the same owner in relation to surgical care. - **Liz (“the feline lady”)** — credited with making time to explain treatment options during a cat’s care. - **Ben (reception)** — described as kind and very helpful. - An **unnamed vet nurse** — described as sympathetic and gentle while supporting an owner at the end of a pet’s life. ## Reviews **4.7 stars from 725 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Communication during serious illness/admission:** owners describe being kept “regularly updated at every stage,” and being told they could call at any time. - **Aftercare following surgery:** one owner highlights excellent aftercare after a **TPLO** operation. - **Handling complex, ongoing cases:** a detailed account describes work-up and treatment for a cat’s **urinary blockage** (catheterisation and later cystotomy), plus discussion of longer-term prevention (dietary changes and other surgical options). - **Cost transparency:** owners mention clearly displayed pricing and cite **free in-hours consultations** and an **out-of-hours fee around £79**; one reviewer also compares surgery pricing to other practices as substantially lower (no specific figure given). - **Busy service and waiting:** one review notes longer waits at times due to emergencies being prioritised, while still expressing gratitude for care provided.

## Summary PetRepair Vets is an independent, privately owned clinic founded in early 2021 by Dr. Gabor Nemes. Based on the clinic’s own information, it’s set up for more involved medical and surgical work (including emergency/critical care, orthopaedics, advanced dentistry, imaging, and an in-house lab), rather than just routine check-ups. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention: vets explaining options in plain language; support for anxious or fear-reactive dogs (including patience and taking time to reduce stress); and at least one report of a vet advising where to buy medication cheaper than the practice could supply. One recent review strongly disputes the accuracy of clinical notes and describes a distressing consultation involving a cat, concerns about oxygen therapy, and follow-up handled via a solicitor—so experiences appear mixed. ## Services Services and capabilities stated on the clinic website include: - 15-minute consultations - Emergency & critical care (including out-of-hours emergency cover stated as available) - Surgery, including orthopaedics - Regenerative medicine - Second opinions - Diagnostic imaging (X-ray/digital radiography and ultrasound) - Advanced dentistry (including a dental suite with digital dental radiography) - In-house laboratory - Travel certificates - Preventive care - Pet health plans - Advanced ophthalmological equipment (equipment mentioned; specific eye procedures not detailed) From reviews, owners specifically describe: - Treatment of allergy-related problems with recurrent infections, including post-op allergic reaction complications (treatment details not specified) - Help with severe itching/skin scratching, with improvement reported within four days (treatment not specified) - An “emergency” visit for an African grey (specific treatment not described) ## Pricing - No standard prices are listed in the provided information. - Reviews conflict on cost: one owner says “not the cheapest,” while others describe the practice as “reasonably priced” and mention being told where to buy medication cheaper than the clinic. ## People - **Dr. Gabor Nemes (founder)**: Multiple reviewers say he spends time explaining conditions and options “in layman’s terms” and focusing on getting to a diagnosis (“leaves no stone unturned,” as one review puts it). One review describes him spending significant time when the practice was closed due to concern over a dog’s post-operative allergic reactions. - **Dr. Aleksandra Nowicka**: Mentioned by name in multiple reviews. Owners describe her as patient with anxious dogs (one notes their dog took treats from her hand during the visit) and credit her with caring for two dogs over 12 months with “full recovery” reported by that owner. - **Rochelle**: Named in one review alongside Gabor as being “so helpful” (role not specified). - **Front desk/reception team**: Repeatedly praised for being welcoming and helpful; one reviewer emphasises they were reassuring during visits with a sick pet. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 215 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Clear explanations: owners repeatedly mention vets taking time and explaining diagnoses/treatment options in plain language. - Support for anxious/nervous pets: several reviews describe dogs that are extremely anxious or fear-reactive being handled with patience and lower stress than at other practices. - Going beyond standard appointments: one review describes extended time spent with a dog outside normal hours due to concern after post-op allergic reactions. - Pricing/value experiences vary: some describe reasonable pricing and transparency (including being directed to cheaper medication elsewhere), while another explicitly says the clinic isn’t the cheapest. - A serious negative account contrasts with the otherwise positive themes: one recent 1-star review disputes the clinic’s clinical notes, describes a consultation where euthanasia was suggested, alleges distress during handling, raises concerns about oxygen delivery, and reports dissatisfaction with how record/CCTV requests were handled (including solicitor involvement).

## Summary Barnsley Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group, and the website says it has been run by Dr Caroline Richards and Dr Peter Richards since 2002. The practice is set up for both routine care and more advanced hospital-style work: the site lists in-house CT, orthopaedics and spinal surgery, plus rehabilitation (hydrotherapy/physiotherapy). In the latest reviews, owners describe pets going from scan to surgery quickly (including over the Christmas period), and also mention end-of-life support such as helping a family get “one more day” before euthanasia and sending a handwritten condolence card. One recent review strongly disputes the clinic’s decision-making, alleging “unnecessary procedures” and rough handling of cats—so experiences reported are not uniformly positive. ## Services Based on the clinic website and the latest reviews, services mentioned include: - **24/7 emergency and out-of-hours care** (described on the website as “never closed”). - **Surgery**, including: - **Spaying** (miniature dachshund spay mentioned in a recent review). - **Soft tissue surgery** and **orthopaedic surgery** (website lists fracture repair, cruciate surgery, joint/spinal procedures). - **Neurology / spinal surgery** (listed on the website). - **Keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery** and **arthroscopy** (listed on the website). - **Imaging and diagnostics** - **CT scanner**, **X-ray**, **ultrasound** (website). - A “scan” immediately prior to surgery is described in a review (type not specified). - **In-house laboratory** testing (website lists haematology/biochemistry and related testing). - **Rehabilitation** - **Hydrotherapy and physiotherapy** (website). - **Dentistry** - **Dental X-ray** and dentistry (website). - **Other listed capabilities (website)** - **Endoscopy**, **ECG**, **blood transfusion**, **chemotherapy/cancer treatment**, **oxygen chamber**, **isolation unit**, **acupuncture**, **laser treatment**, **microchipping**, **nurse clinics**, **behaviourist services**, **pet passport/animal health certificate**. - **Euthanasia / end-of-life care** (multiple recent reviews discuss pets being put to sleep and how this was handled). ## Pricing - One reviewer reports **administration fees for dispensing medications can be around £16 per item**, plus the cost of the medication. - The same reviewer says the clinic can provide **prescriptions** (they describe the charge as “very reasonable”) and mentions a **prescription being active for 6 months once prescribed** (for long-term meds/flea/worm products), but no exact prescription fee is stated. ## People - **Dr Caroline Richards** (named on the website as running the practice; praised in a recent review for spay care, and also named by an owner whose dog needed scan-to-surgery care with frequent updates). - **Dr Peter Richards** (named on the website; also thanked by name in a review describing a complex case that went to surgery). - **Will** (role not stated; repeatedly thanked by name in reviews connected to difficult cases and end-of-life care). - **Reception team** are specifically credited in reviews for helping with **appointments and queries** and supporting clients through euthanasia visits. - A **Practice Manager** is mentioned in one review as being visible “in the background” supporting staff during busy periods (name not provided). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.5 stars from 688 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Surgery and urgent care experiences:** owners describe pets being assessed and moving quickly to diagnostics and surgery (“taken for a scan and immediately into surgery”), and one owner notes calling mid-afternoon and getting their cat seen the same day. - **Communication during high-stress cases:** several reviews mention being kept informed “every step of the way” with clear explanations, including when prognosis was poor. - **End-of-life support:** multiple recent reviews focus on euthanasia appointments, describing staff compassion, help with timing (including getting “one more day”), and a **handwritten condolence card**. - **Named clinician praise:** Caroline, Peter and Will are singled out for personally seeing cases through. - **A serious negative account:** one recent 1-star review alleges **“lies” leading to “unnecessary procedures”** and describes **rough handling of cats and an unsuitable carrier/basket**; this conflicts with the otherwise strongly positive handling/care described by other reviewers.

## 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.