Dog & Cat Vets in Bradford

Dog & Cat Vets in Bradford

Small-animal veterinary clinics for dogs, cats and companion pets

About Dog & Cat Vets in Bradford

Updated January 2026

Understanding companion-animal care in Bradford.

Bradford's veterinary clinics are primarily focused on companion animals, ensuring that dogs and cats receive comprehensive care. The majority of clinics provide routine services such as vaccinations, check-ups, and basic treatments. With 18 clinics offering veterinary nurse training, pet owners can expect well-trained staff capable of handling a variety of cases. The presence of 23 clinics with websites reflects a high level of accessibility and transparency for pet owners seeking information online.

There are 25 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Bradford.

Top Rated Dog & Cat Vets in Bradford

Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews

#1 Ranking

Our Score (95/100)

4.7(498 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

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.
#2 Ranking

Our Score (91/100)

4.8(440 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

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.

#3 Ranking

Our Score (91/100)

4.8(274 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Baildon Veterinary Centre is a veterinary practice that is also a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews describe practical, small-but-important touches—like an animal nurse providing a replacement cat carrier after one was soiled—and a follow-up call the day after an appointment to check on a dog. Multiple owners also mention staff being patient with nervous pets and helping them feel comfortable during visits.

Our Score (88/100)

4.7(480 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Vets4Pets Keighley describes itself as a locally owned Vets4Pets practice, offering routine care through to diagnostic investigations and surgery, with facilities including an in-house lab, digital X‑ray and ultrasound. The website also highlights separate wards for cats, dogs and rabbits, plus an isolation unit and operating theatre. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention prompt help and thorough check-ups, including one reviewer saying the team “saved my cat from disaster many times.”

Our Score (88/100)

4.8(226 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Shearbridge Veterinary Centre offers 15‑minute vet consultations as standard and says it is fully equipped with the latest veterinary equipment. It’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility and notes having a client car park. In the latest reviews available to us, multiple owners describe very long-term use (around 15–25 years) and mention pets being comfortable enough that a dog “looks forward to visiting the veterinary nurses.”

More Dog & Cat Vets in Bradford

Additional veterinary clinics serving the area

Our Score (88/100)

4.9(102 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Also listed in clinic data

  • Veterinary Nurse Training facility

Our Score (85/100)

4.8(417 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

White Cross Vets is described in recent reviews as a practice where both reception and veterinary staff spend time making sure owners understand what’s happening and what the next steps are. It’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Owners specifically mention receptionists arranging appointments to discuss a pet’s condition and treatment plan, and vets taking time to explain options in detail and answer questions.

Our Score (85/100)

4.6(332 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Bradford Idle Vets4Pets is part of the Vets4Pets practice network (the website describes practices as “locally owned”). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a practice that’s geared towards routine care and ongoing support, with several owners mentioning being fit in at short notice and getting advice over the phone.

Our Score (84/100)

5.0(37 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic
cow
pig

From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention

  • Surgery being carried out with good outcomes, including mammary cyst removal and castration, with pets reported to be calm and recovery going well. - Keeping owners updated during procedures (“kept in contact throughout”). - Appointments being available when needed, with prompt tests/treatment when required.

Our Score (83/100)

4.7(326 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit

Shipley Vets lists a broad set of in-practice diagnostics and procedures on its website, including dentistry, endoscopy, lab tests, surgery, and X‑ray/ultrasound, and it is described in your clinic data as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent reviews include straightforward clinical tasks such as rabbit tooth trimming and highlight specific staff help (one reviewer names “Kammy” as particularly kind and helpful). However, the latest written reviews also include a detailed negative account describing poor handling of a highly anxious cat, delayed use of appropriate restraint equipment, and dissatisfaction with the vet’s communication during the consultation.

Our Score (82/100)

4.4(414 reviews)
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Vets Now Bradford is part of the Vets Now network, which focuses on emergency and out-of-hours care for small animals when daytime practices are closed. Recent reviews describe overnight or urgent presentations (including seizures) and end-of-life care, with specific mentions of pets being taken in quickly and owners being kept updated during treatment. Pricing is a recurring decision point: one recent reviewer reports being charged £593 for a Saturday afternoon appointment and felt the cost was excessive, while other recent reviews focus on reassurance, clear explanations, and aftercare advice.

Our Score (82/100)

4.8(142 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Gatehouse Veterinary Group is an RCVS-accredited practice offering routine consults alongside in-house specialist orthopaedic services and care for exotic pets. The website highlights a Pet Health Club® Plus plan (with consultations included), free health checks, and wellness screening priced at £60. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe calm, friendly staff who are particularly helpful with new pet owners, and one review gives a detailed account of a very unwell kitten being treated and recovering.

Our Score (79/100)

4.6(211 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Northcote Veterinary Surgery is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Beyond that, the clinic website content we could access did not load (it returned an installation/configuration error), so we can’t confirm specific medical services from the site. In the latest written reviews available to us, owners most often mention friendly staff and helpful nurses, but the reviews don’t describe particular treatments or outcomes.

Our Score (77/100)

4.5(1804 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit

Bradford PDSA Pet Hospital (The Jeanne Marchig Centre) is part of PDSA and is set up to provide free and low-cost veterinary care to pets in need (per its website summary). Recent reviews describe a mix of experiences: several owners report professional service, helpful reception staff, and clean, warm facilities, while at least one recent reviewer says their pet was not properly examined and felt treatment was avoided.

Our Score (75/100)

4.5(525 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Yorkshire Vets runs several first-opinion surgeries supported by an RCVS-accredited Veterinary Hospital. It offers routine care (health checks, vaccinations, neutering, routine and dental surgery) and arranges 24-hour out-of-hours/emergency care via a partnership with Vets Now (described as operating from its hospital facilities).

Our Score (75/100)

4.7(120 reviews)
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

The Avenue Veterinary Group is a long-established practice (the website says it has been caring for pets and owners for over 50 years). Based on recent reviews, it appears set up mainly for routine, day-to-day care and standard appointments—owners mention straightforward scheduling and generally positive consult experiences. However, one recent reviewer reports a serious concern about telephone triage and urgency handling for a collapsing cat, describing appointment offers ranging from the same day mid-afternoon to the following day, which they felt was not appropriate for the situation.

Our Score (73/100)

4.5(500 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Gatehouse Veterinary Hospital is an RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital offering routine consultations plus in-house orthopaedic services and care for exotic pets. The clinic also advertises structured preventative care options (including a Pet Health Club® Plus plan where consultations are included) and payment by Klarna for spreading vet bills. Pricing is sometimes highlighted on the website (e.g., wellness screening at £60; a six‑month healthy pet check at £24.99).

Our Score (73/100)

4.6(151 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit

Towerwood Vets Ltd treats cats, dogs and other small animals, and is listed as an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic. The clinic also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviewers repeatedly mention clear explanations of costs and payments, and describe pets (including a usually nervous dog) being kept calm and at ease during consultations.

Our Score (72/100)

4.7(85 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Yorkshire Vets is a small-branch surgery that operates limited daytime hours, with a defined referral pathway for emergencies: daytime emergencies on closed days are seen at Thornbury Hospital, and out‑of‑hours emergencies are handled by Vets Now. Recent reviews lean positive overall (with one very negative outlier), and owners specifically mention being kept informed and long-term continuity of care (one reviewer has attended since their dog was a puppy and is now 14).

Our Score (70/100)

4.4(73 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit

Airedale Animals Ltd is part of the Airedale Veterinary Group (as described on its website). Based on the clinic’s own service list, it appears set up for in-house diagnostics and routine procedures, with facilities/services including X‑rays, ultrasound, an operating theatre, and a laboratory, plus monitoring such as ECG and blood pressure. The website also mentions out-of-hours services and home visits, and lists care for dogs, cats, and rabbits.

Our Score (67/100)

4.2(264 reviews)
Emergency Services
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Sage Veterinary Group describes itself as a small, independent practice established in January 1995 by Graham and Sally Codd, with an emphasis (from its own website) on prioritising animal care over profitability. Recent reviews show a split experience: some owners describe staff helping promptly—including taking in an injured pigeon—while others raise serious complaints about outcomes and costs, including one review alleging a dog died and another describing a disputed IV cannula placement and shifting quotes.

Our Score (67/100)

5.0(3 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Clayton Veterinary Centre is part of the independently founded Sage Veterinary Group, established in January 1995 by Graham and Sally Codd. The practice presents itself as focused on honesty, professionalism, and animal welfare, and the latest reviews align with that by mentioning regular updates to owners about their pet’s care and a team that is accommodating when help is needed.

Our Score (49/100)

4.0(137 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Ashfield Veterinary Group – Wibsey is part of the Ashfield Veterinary Group and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews describe a practice handling routine care (vaccinations/health checks), dentistry (including dental surgery), and cases needing repeated testing/diagnostics.

Our Score (34/100)

3.5(8 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
bird
rabbit
exotic

International Zoo Veterinary Group (IZVG) describes itself as a practice dedicated to zoo, aquatic and wildlife medicine. The limited review detail available suggests a mixed picture: one owner mentions bringing a small dog (“tea cup terrier”) for an operation, while another review claims they “no longer have an avian veterinary”, implying that bird-specific provision may have changed.

Our Score (25/100)

Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Abbey House Veterinary Clinic is part of the Abbey House Vets group, a multi-site practice that says it has been providing veterinary care for over 40 years. The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. For urgent needs, the website states that 24-hour emergency care is available at one of the group’s locations.

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