Dog & Cat Vets in West Yorkshire

Calder Vets Ltd is a Linnaeus veterinary hospital in Dewsbury set up for both routine care and more complex cases, with 24-hour emergency and out-of-hours cover stated on its website. The facilities listed include advanced diagnostics such as MRI, CT and endoscopy, an in-house lab and pharmacy, three surgical theatres, and separate wards for cats, dogs and rabbits, indicating it can manage inpatient and higher-acuity work as well as everyday appointments. Recent reviews continue to highlight urgent care, hospital updates for owners, complex surgery, and thoughtful end-of-life support.

- Recent feedback is mostly positive about the care and manner of the clinical team, with owners describing vets and nurses as kind, gentle, and reassuring. - Communication stands out as a recurring theme: reviewers mention clear explanations, feeling informed about options, and good support for anxious or first-time owners. - Reviews also mention practical access, including easy appointment booking, being able to reach the clinic by phone, easy parking, and short waits.

- Recent reviews are mostly positive about speed of access, including late-night appointments and being open overnight when needed. - Owners often mention clear explanations, calm examinations and professional reassurance during stressful emergency visits. - Compassionate end-of-life care is a strong theme, with one review specifically praising Libbie for giving time, answering questions and showing kindness to both owner and pet.

- Many recent reviewers mention a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, with chatty front-of-house staff and a team that takes time to listen. - Helpfulness is a strong recurring theme, with comments about practical advice, smooth service, and staff going above and beyond. - Brendan is singled out more than once for a thoughtful, least-invasive approach to care.

- Clients frequently describe the team as friendly, welcoming, and consistently helpful. - Short-notice appointments for urgent concerns are a recurring positive theme. - One reviewer highlighted excellent support from a clinician and nurse during a lump examination and cell sampling, praising the compassion shown throughout.

Calder Vets Ltd in Mirfield is part of the wider Calder Vets group and sits within the Linnaeus veterinary network. The practice offers routine care alongside broader facilities such as ultrasound, dentistry, and a rehabilitation centre with hydrotherapy, physiotherapy and laser treatment, and it states that a 24-hour emergency service and a bereavement room are available. Recent feedback is mixed: some owners describe very good service, while others report communication problems, feeling dismissed during appointments, and a billing complaint.

Ownership isn’t stated in the available sources. Richmond House Veterinary Centre offers routine care including vaccinations, parasite treatment and consultations, alongside in-house laboratory testing, X-rays, ultrasound and dentistry, and it is listed as an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic. Recent feedback particularly highlights cat wellness checks and dental treatment, as well as responsive follow-up during a serious post-operative complication in a dog.

- Appointments and urgent care: same-day appointments are mentioned, and one owner says their dog was seen straight away after having a fit, with tests carried out promptly. - Consultations and health checks: reviewers describe thorough examinations, clear explanations, and a sensible approach to treatment, including not feeling pushed towards unnecessary medication. - Cat care: several owners describe the practice as cat friendly, with positive comments about support around cat surgery and neutering, including reassuring follow-up communication.

- Many reviewers describe using the practice for years or even decades, suggesting strong long-term loyalty. - The most consistent theme is a kind, caring team, with specific praise for gentle handling of pets including an elderly cat and rabbits. - Owners often mention clear communication, saying vets explain things well and answer questions thoroughly.

Chantry Vets in Castleford is a multi-branch VetPartners practice supported by two veterinary hospitals, including a newer 9,000 sq ft hospital that provides 24-hour care. The practice also holds Gold Cat Friendly Clinic status and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent feedback is largely positive, with owners praising calm handling, friendly staff and good care across both the Castleford branch and main hospital.