Emergency Vets in Tyne and Wear

Blythman & Partners is an independent, family-run veterinary group with multiple practices, with 24/7 emergency care available through its RCVS hospital site. The clinic offers routine care such as vaccinations, microchipping and dental treatment, alongside support for urgent and more complex cases. It also offers practical extras including an online portal for appointments and documents, plus puppy support sessions for new owners.

- Recent feedback is largely very positive about the team’s kindness, empathy and reassurance, with several reviewers saying they feel their pets are in safe hands. - Owners also praise communication and aftercare, including clear advice during appointments and a WhatsApp recovery update with a photo after surgery. - A number of reviews speak well of the practice’s honesty and customer service, with one reviewer specifically describing it as an independent vet that puts animal welfare first.

- Recent feedback is consistently positive, with owners describing the team as caring, knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. - First visits appear to go smoothly, with reviewers mentioning being seen quickly, getting a good examination, and experiencing minimal waiting. - Several comments highlight how well the team handles anxious pets, with one owner saying their nervous dog was put at ease by both the receptionist and vet.

Vets Now Gateshead is part of the Vets Now out-of-hours emergency network, within IVC Evidensia. It provides emergency care for small animals when regular practices are closed, including weekends and bank holidays. Recent feedback shows owners using it for urgent problems and end-of-life decisions; experiences are often compassionate and efficient, though views on waiting times, communication and cost are mixed.

- Reviews are mostly very positive, with owners describing the clinic as professional, helpful and attentive to both cats and their owners. - The cat-only setup remains a clear selling point in feedback, with owners specifically mentioning the lack of dogs as helping reduce stress. - Named praise includes Sarah for being reassuring and kind, and older reviews also thank Lucie/Lucy, Caroline and Deb for compassionate support and communication.

Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group - Ponteland is a CVS (UK) Limited veterinary clinic located at Street House Farm, Dobbies Garden Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 9BT. The practice treats dogs and cats and is listed as an RCVS General Practice and a Cat Friendly Clinic (Silver). Out-of-hours calls are referred to Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group - Morpeth, described as a dedicated emergency service.

Firstvets Veterinary Centre - Billy Mill is a small-animal veterinary clinic in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, located at Lynn House, NE29 8HL. It is part of CVS (UK) Limited and is accredited to RCVS Core Standards. The clinic offers general veterinary care and can arrange out-of-hours emergency support via an external provider.

Ayres Veterinary Hospital - North Shields is a CVS (UK) Limited veterinary clinic located at Unit 7, Royal Quays, Coble Dene, North Shields NE29 6DW. The practice lists services for small animals including dogs and cats, and it also describes a 24-hour emergency and out-of-hours arrangement. The clinic is accredited as an RCVS Veterinary Hospital and holds Dog Friendly Clinic and Cat Friendly Clinic (Gold) status.

Ayres Veterinary Centre - Whitley Bay is a small-animal veterinary practice in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, located at 71 Ilfracombe Gardens, NE26 3LZ. It is part of CVS (UK) Limited (CVS Group / CVS Vets) and is accredited to RCVS Core Standards. The practice offers routine care alongside emergency support during normal opening hours, with out-of-hours help routed through partner sites.