Dog & Cat Vets in Middlesbrough

Dog & Cat Vets in Middlesbrough

Trusted small-animal vets for dogs, cats and other companion pets

About Dog & Cat Vets in Middlesbrough

Updated January 2026

Companion-animal care is the primary focus of veterinary clinics in Middlesbrough.

All 11 clinics in the area cater to dogs and cats, illustrating a strong emphasis on companion-animal care. With no clinics offering farm or large-animal services, pet owners can expect dedicated facilities for their pets. The prevalent availability of veterinary nurse training across 8 clinics suggests a well-supported environment for professional growth, which can translate into better care for pets. Middlesbrough's veterinary landscape is characterized by comprehensive services tailored to household pets.

There are 11 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Middlesbrough.

Top Rated Dog & Cat Vets in Middlesbrough

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

#1 Ranking

Our Score (89/100)

4.8(127 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Concrete examples owners describe include: quick Saturday appointments leading to referral and expedited specialist eye care; dental extractions where the final bill stayed the same even when more teeth needed removing than expected; and owners being shown where their pet would be during a hospital stay for surgery.

#2 Ranking

Our Score (87/100)

4.8(275 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic
cow

Ownership group isn’t stated in the available information. The practice’s website describes a broad medical and surgical focus (including cardiology, neurology and orthopaedics) and care for a wide range of species beyond cats and dogs (small mammals, reptiles and birds). Clinic data also lists it as a veterinary nurse training facility and as offering emergency veterinary services (exact out-of-hours arrangements aren’t described).

#3 Ranking

Our Score (85/100)

4.9(107 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
cow
pig

Clevedale Veterinary Practice is a mixed practice offering small animal, farm, and equine care, and it’s also a veterinary nurse training facility. The website describes small animal work ranging from routine care to more complex procedures such as laparoscopic spays, alongside dedicated farm and equine teams. Recent reviews most often highlight thorough, unhurried examinations (including dental checks), a calm approach that helps nervous dogs settle, and practical support outside appointments (for example, giving advice over the phone and helping clients navigate pet export paperwork).

Our Score (84/100)

4.9(49 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit

Species the clinic states it sees: dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles.

Our Score (79/100)

4.7(361 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

White Cross Vets Coulby Newham is part of the White Cross Vets group (the website describes 21 practices). Based on the latest reviews, owners most often describe straightforward day-to-day care and ongoing management for longer-term issues, with practical communication around treatment and aftercare.

More Dog & Cat Vets in Middlesbrough

Additional veterinary clinics serving the area

Our Score (77/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.4(488 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Concrete details owners mention include

  • X‑rays for lameness, with an immediate phone call afterwards to explain a plan going forward. - Spaying and microchipping, with owners describing pre‑op care and aftercare. - Support around end-of-life care, including a receptionist helping talk through options and relaying information between owner and vet.

Our Score (75/100)

4.7(95 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Jacqui Paterson's Veterinary Surgery is a small-animal practice with out-of-hours emergency care provided by Vets Now (per the clinic website). From recent reviews, the team appears set up for both routine pet care and urgent problems, with multiple owners describing same-day help and step-by-step explanations of diagnoses and treatment plans.

Our Score (73/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.3(217 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

From the latest reviews, owners describe getting urgent appointments at short notice (including being called back with an earlier slot), clear explanations and options during consultations, and compassionate support around end-of-life care. A smaller number of reviews describe negative experiences, including concerns about an initial misassessment of a serious condition and a complaint about insensitive communication.

Our Score (71/100)

Verified Prices (GBP)£
4.1(320 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Corporate
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic

Bridge Veterinary Group / MiNightVet Middlesborough is a purpose-built veterinary hospital established in 1986 and accredited as an RCVS Veterinary Hospital. It is part of CVS (as indicated by the cvsvets.com website and email domain). The practice runs a 24-hour emergency service with MiNightVet on-site and dedicated night staff.

Our Score (70/100)

4.3(1178 reviews)
Veterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
rabbit

Middlesbrough PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA (a charity) and is described on its website as providing free and low-cost veterinary care for pets in need. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Our Score (69/100)

4.1(117 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit

RSPCA Great Ayton Animal Centre is an RSPCA-run animal welfare centre (not a general veterinary clinic) that takes in animals identified by RSPCA Inspectors; the centre says it can be caring for 150+ animals at any one time, including dogs, cats, rabbits, other small furries and farm animals. Reviews focus heavily on adoption experiences: multiple adopters describe a clean facility and staff/volunteers who guide people through the process, including follow-up contact after adoption. However, there are also reviews describing being turned away when trying to get help with a lost dog, and one detailed complaint about strict adoption rules around travel time and suitability matching.