About Veterinary Care in West Yorkshire
This guide to veterinary clinics in West Yorkshire, England helps pet owners compare county-wide veterinary options based on services, animal coverage, and availability. It summarises what provision looks like across the county and highlights leading practices so you can shortlist clinics that match your needs.
Top-rated veterinary clinics in West Yorkshire
There are 145 veterinary clinics in West Yorkshire, with an average Google rating of 4.6★. 129 clinics treat dogs and cats. 23 clinics offer farm or large-animal services. 48 clinics offer emergency or out-of-hours care. Explicit 24/7 cover is stated for equine clients at Aireworth Vets; the wider emergency/out-of-hours listing does not confirm 24-hour availability for all clinics.
West Yorkshire has 21 towns with clinics spread across the county; examples include Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Dewsbury, Pontefract, and Keighley. Availability and service mix can vary by town within the county, so it’s useful to check whether your nearest practice covers your species (for example, equine or farm) and whether it offers out-of-hours arrangements.
Across the county, the most consistently evidenced provision is routine companion-animal care (dogs and cats) alongside emergency treatment options at a subset of sites. Diagnostic work is explicitly referenced in available clinic detail (for example urine testing, blood tests, and ultrasound/scan pathways mentioned in reviews of Hird and Partners LLP), and emergency capability is recorded at 48 clinics county-wide. The county directory also shows strong supporting infrastructure for choice and verification: 38,066 total Google reviews across 145 clinics, and 143 clinics listing a website.
Emergency or out-of-hours clinics differ in practical ways from routine-only providers. With 48 practices listed as offering emergency services, there are multiple options for urgent presentations, but most clinics (97) are not listed as providing emergency/out-of-hours cover. If you want the ability to be seen urgently by a familiar team, prioritising an emergency-capable clinic can reduce handoffs and delays, especially when a problem escalates outside normal appointment schedules. If you mainly need planned care (vaccinations, check-ups, stable long-term conditions), a clinic not listed for emergency may still be appropriate, but you should confirm the out-of-hours pathway you’ll be directed to.
Training practices also represent a meaningful split within the county. 82 clinics are listed as veterinary nurse (VN) training facilities, while 63 are not. A VN-training practice is more likely to have structured nurse-led activity and supervised clinical workflows, which can be relevant for owners seeking ongoing support such as handling plans, weight management, or other nurse appointments alongside vet consultations. If you prefer a smaller team or a simpler, appointment-only model, a non-training clinic may still deliver strong everyday care, but it may offer fewer nurse-led touchpoints depending on staffing and setup.
Mid-ranked and routine-focused clinics make up the bulk of provision and are central to access: most day-to-day veterinary demand is routine companion-animal work, reflected by 129 small-animal clinics across the county. These practices typically underpin continuity for boosters and regular check-ups, and they are often the most convenient option by location when travel time matters. For owners with straightforward needs, choosing a well-reviewed local routine clinic can be a practical fit, while keeping a clear plan for where emergency cases will be referred or redirected.
Key services are spread across multiple providers rather than concentrated among a small number of clinics, as shown by 48 emergency providers, 46 specialist/exotic clinics, and 22 equine clinics across the county.
Overall, the county is primarily companion-animal (dogs and cats) in focus, with additional mixed-practice capacity including 23 farm-animal clinics and 22 equine clinics.
For pet owners comparing vets in West Yorkshire, the county has broad small-animal access plus a substantial minority of clinics offering emergency, equine, farm, and specialist/exotic coverage—use the ranked clinic list above to shortlist the most suitable option.
Data freshness: January 2026 (public review and service data).
Top Vets in West Yorkshire
Highly rated veterinary clinics across West Yorkshire, ranked by service quality and reviews
Aireworth Vets provides routine and emergency veterinary care for both pets and horses, and has been operating since 1877. The practice is accredited under the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme and states it offers services in-house at a modern site. For horses, it states it is open 24/7 for equine clients.
From the latest reviews, owners frequently mention
- •Short waits and efficient reception.
- •Handling nervous or sensory-impaired dogs using a named “Happy Hound Training” approach with a veterinary nurse, resulting in a dog becoming comfortable attending.
- •Practical support around costs, including mention of a monthly payment plan for basic annual care.
Aireworth Vets provides routine and emergency veterinary care for both pets and horses, and has been operating since 1877. The practice is accredited under the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme and states it offers services in-house at a modern site. For horses, it states it is open 24/7 for equine clients.
From the latest reviews, owners frequently mention
- •Short waits and efficient reception.
- •Handling nervous or sensory-impaired dogs using a named “Happy Hound Training” approach with a veterinary nurse, resulting in a dog becoming comfortable attending.
- •Practical support around costs, including mention of a monthly payment plan for basic annual care.
White Cross Vets Guiseley is part of the White Cross Vets group (the website describes 21 practices across the North and Midlands). Based on the information available, the clinic appears set up for general companion-animal care, with owners specifically mentioning dogs and cats—including a “scared stray” cat—being handled patiently and professionally. Clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and that it is a veterinary nurse training facility.
Concrete signals from recent reviews include
- •Repeat, long-term use (“taken my animals there for years”).
- •Staff approach with anxious animals (a nervous/“scared stray” cat was brought in and the team were described as helpful and kind).
- •Pets that seem comfortable attending (“my pet love’s it when he goes in”).
White Cross Vets Guiseley is part of the White Cross Vets group (the website describes 21 practices across the North and Midlands). Based on the information available, the clinic appears set up for general companion-animal care, with owners specifically mentioning dogs and cats—including a “scared stray” cat—being handled patiently and professionally. Clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours) and that it is a veterinary nurse training facility.
Concrete signals from recent reviews include
- •Repeat, long-term use (“taken my animals there for years”).
- •Staff approach with anxious animals (a nervous/“scared stray” cat was brought in and the team were described as helpful and kind).
- •Pets that seem comfortable attending (“my pet love’s it when he goes in”).
Hird and Partners LLP is a multi‑species veterinary practice (small animals, equine, and farm animals are all referenced) and is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe supportive care—especially around difficult moments such as pet loss—but there is also a detailed complaint describing concerns about clinical urgency and communication during a serious urinary issue. Concrete examples mentioned include diagnostic testing (urine sample, blood tests, ultrasound/scan), antibiotic treatment, and support during end‑of‑life.
Hird and Partners LLP is a multi‑species veterinary practice (small animals, equine, and farm animals are all referenced) and is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe supportive care—especially around difficult moments such as pet loss—but there is also a detailed complaint describing concerns about clinical urgency and communication during a serious urinary issue. Concrete examples mentioned include diagnostic testing (urine sample, blood tests, ultrasound/scan), antibiotic treatment, and support during end‑of‑life.
Our Score (91/100)
Abbey House Veterinary Hospital is a 24-hour veterinary hospital that’s part of a wider Abbey House Vets group of six practices (as described on its website). Based on both the website and recent reviews, it appears set up to handle urgent and emergency cases, including overnight care and diagnostic work-ups.
Owners specifically describe
- •Emergency care being provided on a Sunday for an older greyhound, including a thorough examination, relief of distress, and a clear treatment plan.
- •Staff calling to explain diagnostic steps such as X-rays and scans, and updating owners at each stage of assessment and treatment.
- •A case where diagnostics confirmed no blockage, meaning surgery was not needed, which was communicated clearly to the owner.
- •Pets being cared for during an overnight stay, with owners noting they felt their pet was kept safe and well looked after.
Abbey House Veterinary Hospital is a 24-hour veterinary hospital that’s part of a wider Abbey House Vets group of six practices (as described on its website). Based on both the website and recent reviews, it appears set up to handle urgent and emergency cases, including overnight care and diagnostic work-ups.
Owners specifically describe
- •Emergency care being provided on a Sunday for an older greyhound, including a thorough examination, relief of distress, and a clear treatment plan.
- •Staff calling to explain diagnostic steps such as X-rays and scans, and updating owners at each stage of assessment and treatment.
- •A case where diagnostics confirmed no blockage, meaning surgery was not needed, which was communicated clearly to the owner.
- •Pets being cared for during an overnight stay, with owners noting they felt their pet was kept safe and well looked after.
Gatehouse Veterinary Group
Bradford
Our Score (91/100)
Gatehouse Veterinary Group is an RCVS Accredited practice that states it offers in‑house specialist orthopaedic services and care for exotic pets, alongside routine vet support. The clinic website also highlights a Pet Health Club plan where consultations are included (as part of the “Pet Health Club® Plus” plan), plus services such as wellness screening and pet travel services. In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe successful surgery outcomes (“saved the life of my pet… after the surgery she is as good as new”) and repeatedly single out named vets (Terry/Terry Crowd, and Laura) for the care provided.
Gatehouse Veterinary Group is an RCVS Accredited practice that states it offers in‑house specialist orthopaedic services and care for exotic pets, alongside routine vet support. The clinic website also highlights a Pet Health Club plan where consultations are included (as part of the “Pet Health Club® Plus” plan), plus services such as wellness screening and pet travel services. In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe successful surgery outcomes (“saved the life of my pet… after the surgery she is as good as new”) and repeatedly single out named vets (Terry/Terry Crowd, and Laura) for the care provided.
Browse by Speciality
Find vets by category in West Yorkshire, England
Find Vets by Town in West Yorkshire
Browse veterinary practices by town across West Yorkshire, England
Welcome to Our Veterinary Directory
Our comprehensive directory connects pet owners with trusted local veterinary practices across West Yorkshire, England.
Our geo-targeted network makes it easy to find quality veterinary care in your area, whether you're looking for routine check-ups, emergency services, or specialist treatment.
