Last year, I moved into my first flat alone in Withington. Solo. No flatmates. I was a bit lonely,…read morenaturally, with the boyf living in a different city and all my mates living in Manchester city centre. I decided that the only thing for it was to get a cat and thus cement myself in my friends' collective consciousness as their gin-soaked mad aunt. The first place I went was the Yew Tree vet surgery, as I knew they'd have a list of rescue centres, and they did. I made plans to visit one or two, but then by chance found Alan (nee 'Taz') going free to a good home, from a good home. Instantly, I loved him. Instantly, he loved getting under my feet. It was truly special. Then I noticed that Alan wasn't eating much and seemed pretty sluggish. Obviously I did what any normal cat owner would do. I cried, I panicked, I lambasted myself for being a rubbish cat parent. I went to the vets. The service we got at Yew Tree was fantastic. I burst in with my cat carrier and lay prostrate at the receptionist's feet "I am awful!" I wailed "my cat is ILL!" James the vet was lovely and calmed Alan down instantly, with some sort of vet magic, did a thorough once over and pinpointed the problem instantly. 20 minutes later, with a prescription, all of Alan's vaccines etc, a charity catnip toy and the advice "Do not feed your cat Go-Cat, it is MacDonalds for cats!!!" ringing in my ears, I was off home, happy again, and not crying. I know that it doesn't seem much; cat ill, vet see cat, cat get better, but as pet owners know, it is so important to know that there's a vet you can trust. The Yew Tree vet surgery is a great place to go. As well as saving your fluffy friend's life, they sell a great range of healthy vet-approved pet foods, and animal toys, a lot of which are charity affiliated. Even now that we've moved into the city centre, we still make the journey into Withington when Alan needs a check up, because we know we can trust them to be thorough and professional, and nice to the cat.

It's always nervewracking taking a baby animal to the vet. What if it embarrasses me, you're…read morethinking. What if there's something wrong with it? What if I've been a really bad owner and not known it? All these things were running through my head when young three month old Phoebe was popped in her pet carrier and taken to Withington's Yew Tree vet today. First of all, I love dogs and I love cats. But good lord, this is where dogs have the advantage. Most travel so well, and they're usually keen to meet new people so the strange man with the big needle doesn't seem in the least bit threatening. Cats, well, they're the misanthrope of the animal world. They adore a few select people but it takes a while to make friends with them. Now, Phoebe likes her cat carrier, for sure, which is a huge positive for a kitten... but she doesn't like being contained and she does NOT like engine noise. So here we were, taking what is normally rather a nervous, skittish and anxious kitten to an unfamiliar place in a now more heightened state of nervousness, skittishness and anxiety. Great. Just what on earth was going to happen on that table. I needn't have worried. Not only do you get a warm, lovely, friendly welcome at the reception desk, you get James. He's amazing. He's seen it all - nervous cats, cats who are phobic of everything from bins to bags to binbags to doors to shoes... like mine, angry cats, evil cats... he has one of his own. Our kitten was very healthy, he checked her over 100% and asked lots of questions about her behaviour and diet. We got tons of great advice about cat food and what little Phoebe would be needing in terms of shots and whatnot over the coming weeks. You can't put a price on a good vet, and now that there's a feline in our lives we're even happier we're moving closer to this establishment. Yay to the Yew Tree vets!

For those of you who have pets then you will understand what…read moream saying. I was very grateful for the animal medical centre being open on newyears day after my fourteen year old cat took a turn for the worse after being diagnosed with a brain tumor a few weeks earlier I saw a young spanish caring vet who did the job of having euthanizing my beautiful cindy. if this vets had not been opened my cat would of suffered all night! These caring vets gave up their hoilday to treat sick animals. THANKYOU so much for being open on newyears day and putting my cat out of her painfull body..

If you love your animal do not take to this place. They are not properly trained, can't speak…read moreproper English. When I took my ill animal, I was shocked to see that this so called doctor was taking instructions from a senior doctor over the phone. They are not animal lovers, all they are interested in is money. I had my pet vaccinated, at night he was not feeling well. I called them if I could bring my pet to them to check as he was unwell after their vaccination. I was shocked to hear that I had to pay £90 for visit. I said it was after your vaccination and you have an obligation to see my pet. Answer was if medicine did not suit him you can complain to the company who made this vaccination but still you will have to pay £90 for revisit. Extortionist, they should not be in this profession.

Can't recommend these vets enough. We contacted them when our rescues litter of pups weren't doing…read morewell. And other vets wouldn't see them. They provided round the clock care for the remaining 3 pups who are now doing very well. Provided timely updates on the pups who were in critical condition when they went into their inpatient care. Thank you to the vets at Bolton.

From the owner: Emergency Service Operates 24/7…read more Routine Consultations: Monday - Friday: 08:30 to 18:30 Saturday and Sunday: 09:00 to 13:00 Cashless business, credit or debit card accepted to pay for any treatment/medication required.

Thank you to the vets at the Tunstall practice who looked after our little cat Bertie when he had…read morepneumonia. After being an inpatient for two days he came home and slowly recovered and is now a very well and happy cat looking forward to Christmas with his family. We are so glad to have him fit and well again, specially his 'Dad". A big thank you to everyone who looked after him.

I used Willow Vetinary Clinic for 21 years without any problems. During the last 8 years, my male…read morecat had pancreatitis. I was not able to get insurance for him, so had to pay for all treatment myself. I have a number of rescue cats. I paid all bills over the last 21 years without question. During 2010/2011 my then 13 year old developed a knee problem. I was concerned with regard to her treatment. she had a plastic knee which cost over £500.00 with the cage I was advised to buy and other things. she had to be kept in the cage which ended in being a duration of over 6/7 weeks as the hole in her leg did not heal. She was stitched and stapled. no collar was put on at first until WE requested it. Finally, being exasperated I returned to the vet for the 6th time, seeing a different vet, and saying I wanted to leave my cat there until they had sorted out the problem. I had a 4 year old granddaughter and my cats leg was oozing rubbish. I telephoned to see how she was and a very snooty receptionist told me that she had taken so long to heal because I hand't followed their advice. I had! I bought a cage £50.00 another litter tray. kept her in it for far too long. returned to the vet 6 times which cost for the fuel and time off work. I told her this two weeks later I received a letter saying they did not want me as a customer any longer. my husband was livid. I wrote for an explanation and was completely ignored. I contacted them some months later because my pancreatic cat was very ill and they wouldn't treat her. So what point it the Royal College of Vets advising people to contact the vet in the first instance. Once you question anything thats it absolutely shocking treatment and I don't believe they care two hoots about the animals because they would not treat mine even though they knew he could die. Really caring vets if you have nowhere else to go, yes use these Willows in Endon.

Wonderful vets, very caring, helpful and understanding. My dog really enjoys going here. Never kept…read morewaiting, the staff are very friendly. I would highly recommend.

From the owner: Walker Green is a veterinary practice that sets high standards, not just in healthcare, but in…read moretrying to make your pets as happy as possible. We have private consultations, Well pet services, the latest digital x-ray system, surgical and dental services, and laboratory services.

Amazing Vets just got back from taking our poorly dog Tye and the receptionist was lovely and the…read morevet was very professional, very helpful and did not rush us out the room he asked every question to make sure our dog was in good health he did a proper thorough body check. I will be bringing my cats here also next time as I have been using a different vet but thought I would give Cecil avenue a try and I now realise I was getting ripped of at the other vets I have been using so I will now be using Cecil Avenue vets as the prices are also excellent. I highly recommend!!!!

I wish I could give this wonderful place 10 stars! We turned…read moreto this practice in total desperation with a very poorly cat. The staff are beyond amazing, they are professional, loving, caring, compassionate and really CARE ABOUT THE ANIMALS. They offer a huge amount of testing facilities and have a large hospital based in Leigh Lancs. They offer various clinics such as weight management, Junior club,nurse club and dental club(they do more than I have listed) Everything is explained in a clear and non patronising way. You are kept informed at every stage.This has a family feel to it. They really do care. These are without any doubt hte best vets I have ever used. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Utter perfection.

Having become a proud parent of a Siamese Kitten, it was only natural for me to seek the best vet,…read more Researching my local area this was one of the vets I decided to try. Their website is very informative, and it was there that I found their Pet Plan where for £10.99 a month my kitten could get all the required injections, worming, flea treatment, microchipping, and a free months insurance. Before collecting my kitten from the breeder I phoned thet vet to book an appointment and to query about how to go about changing the kittens food over. The receptionist/vet was so friendly and helpful.!! On the day the vets were genuine and set both me and my cat at ease. At the time my furry friend had fleas ( a present from the breeder) but the vet soon remedied this. I have been back since, and have built a nice rapport with the vets and they greet us by name when we come in. I would strongly recommend this vets , it can get busy though which reflects its popularity .

Well established vet that the family has been going to with various animals for the last 20 years…read more Mr Irving is great with animals and our cats know not to play up when they're in the surgery! Usually his treatment is quick and effective and he's spot on with diagnosis and the pet is usually right as rain in a couple of days or quicker!