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 .

Since 2000, this veterinary surgery has been running successfully in Mossley. A real lifesaver in…read moresome cases as many local farms are in need of a vet for their livestock. But of course, homeowners like us who love animals also need treatment for beloved cats,dogs,gerbils and hamsters. This modern up-to date surgery has everything a pet needs for consulting rooms to labs. Your pet is in safe hands here as they have emergency numbers too for any problem that is out of hours. If your pet is admitted, they are looked after in a special kennel unit so you need not worry too much. Take a look at that extensive website where there is more information on their facilities as well as what to look for if your pet is sick and also general guidelines on looking after your pet.

Looking at the reviews this vets seem to have improved considerably…read more I used them around 10 years ago. The turning point for me was when I rang in as an anxious pet owner asking about treatment for my dog, the receptionist thought she put me on hold. She then proceeded to use every F word possible and scream that she couldn't F'ing cope with me. Her supervisor came on the phone and I advised her that I had heard everything and she could only apologize. I immediately changed vets and informed them that I could not leave any animal of mine in their care if that is how they spoke about their clients! I also took a Terrapin in for treatment which I had found, the vet looked and hinted they were not funded for wildlife but said the Terrapin looked alright. I then rang the RSPCA who took the poor creature to a sanctuary, it died en route. Coincidentally they then took it to Peak Vets who diagnosed extreme muscle waste. So not alright then? Still they didn't have to treat it as it was dead. The Partner Steve rang me to ask me to clear my bill, no apology! He has since retired. So it was 10 years ago, still a lot of the staff I spoke to are still there. Sorry but had I not heard how that receptionist/vet nurse and her disgusting and disturbing outburst then I would have been none the wiser. Lets hope they have changed!

The staff here are absolutely wonderful with all kinds of animals and we've taken all sorts down…read morethere; cats, dogs and even degus! Both vets obviously love animals and they are wonderfully reassuring to us worried owners too. The reception staff are also extremely friendly and are on-hand to answer enquiries by email as well if you haven't got an urgent problem. I would definitely recommend these to anyone in the area.

I can not fault the Briar Dawn Team at all. I have a small…read morecat sanctuary. The way the team treat the waif and starts that come into my sanctuary is amazing. Even though Sir Dobbie was a street cat, Andrew did his up most to save him, the day Sir Dobbie had a massive seizure, I rang Briar and they didn't hesitate to say bring him straight in, the way James apologised to Sir Dobbie when he was helping him cross over was heart warming. They all go to the moon and back to help save those poor cats. The whole team helped Moshi Marshall , who came in with a horrendous wound, even though Mosh was a nightmare customer, they never have up on him. The team treat all of Bart's waif and strays as if they are a well loved pet cat, no matter how feisty or scared the cat may be. I thank them from the bottom of my heart for everything they have done. They have also been amazing with my own gang too, when it came to losing my dog Rosie, they gave me as much time as I needed. When I took my Sally in as she wasn't well, they made me a cup of tea while I waited, when Sally took a turn, they rushed her straight into the back, with no hesitation. I could go on and on about this amazing team.

As I write this review I feel very emotional…read more We have had the worst week of our lives since our dog Loui who means the world to us became critically ill after I gave him a bone which got stuck in his abdomen and chest. In just 6 days Jocelyn has performed 3 operations on him with the help of Jacqui who is a wonderful nurse. One to remove bones from his abdomen, life saving open chest surgery which she had never performed before and is usually done by a specialist surgeon and another life saving emergency operation as his organs had stuck together. The love and care that Jocelyn, Jacqui the nurse, Becky the vet, the nurses and reception staff at Briar Dawn have given him over the last week is exceptional. Loui had his Open Chest Surgery on the Saturday so had to spend the weekend in the Bury Vet/Hospital who also did a wonderful job. On Monday Jocelyn arranged for Loui to spend each day with her at the vets so her and her staff could look after him their selves and he could come home with us at night. There have been times this week when we have turned up to the vets in tears when we thought we were going to lose him, but each time Jocelyn has had another option to try. Jocelyn and the staff have reassured us and done wonders to make him well again. This Thursday when he had another emergency operation he was very ill afterwards. On Friday and Saturday Jocelyn gave us a care plan with enough medicines to see him through the weekend as she knew how much we wanted him home. Thankfully, he has improved over weekend but we have a long way to go. There are not enough words to say how grateful me and my family are to Jocelyn the Vet/Owner of this practice and Jacqui the nurse [who has nursed Loui from the beginning] for saving Loui's life and we are so grateful to them both and Becky the vet, and all the lovely, caring nurses and reception staff who have been so caring towards us during our difficult time. Jenny one of the nurses even groomed loui one day to give him a bit of a pampering so he would feel better. I would not hesitate in recommending Briar Dawn to anyone. They aren't just a vet practice they are people who genuinly care about their pets and clients. Jocelyn and the nurses are lovely and the reception staff are so friendly and can't do enough to help you. One morning last week when we took Loui in for his day stay he ran into the back of the practice on his own wagging his tail. Now that says it all. Keelley Wylie

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.

My first choice of vets in Rochdale (and I've tried many!)…read moreMy dog Ruby broke her leg and had to have an amputation. It was very distressing for me and Ruby, but the vets there reassured me that she would be ok, and treated Ruby with lots of love! My mum's dog, Bonnie was very old and had cancer. We had to take her to the vets regularly, but we always felt much better leaving with the advice and kind words that the staff there gave us. When her time came, and we made the decision to have her put to sleep, Jonathan the vet was brilliant with us. He helped make Bonnie feel calm in her last moments and he was so kind and understanding with us. It really helped us come to terms with our loss, knowing that she died in peace and with her family with her. I always recommend this vets surgery to anyone with pets.

We got our dog Pippa about 22 months ago and wanted the best for our dog Pippa. This vet was…read morerecommended to us and I can honestly say the standard of care is exceptional. Pippa has had standard vaccinations, a routine operation and has had to be seen twice urgently. Once, when she was sick and once when she cut her paw. On both of these occasions, Pippa was seen quickly and treated accordingly. We don't have pet insurance but so far the charges haven't been unreasonable. They also sell pet food and other standard items for your pet, like Frontline or worming tablets. The receptionists are always accommodating and have offered us invaluable advice (as we were new to owning a dog). There is free parking at the rear and we are never kept waiting long/ I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this vet if you want the best care for your pet. The vet always remembers Pippa and refers to her by name, which is a nice personal touch. They are also open on a Saturday morning.

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!

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!