Best Vets in Tyne and Wear

Moorview Vets appears to operate as part of the My Family Vets group (based on the clinic website domain). Recent reviews describe good hands-on veterinary care in some cases (for example, treatment for an eye ulcer and ongoing ear problems), but also repeated concerns about costs and administration, including payment-chasing after owners believed they’d already settled or been told nothing was due. A small number of owners also report being pushed toward high-cost diagnostics/surgery for back problems in Dachshunds (MRI/spinal operation discussions), while another vet later advised rest instead—so experiences vary sharply depending on the case.

Strachan, Tyson & Hamilton (Strachan Veterinary Group) describes itself as independently owned, and reviews echo appreciation that it has “remains independent.” The clinic appears set up for general practice care with on-site diagnostics and routine surgery, backed by a dedicated imaging suite (digital x‑ray), ultrasound, and an in‑house lab. Recent reviews include specific examples such as dental surgery on an elderly cat with follow-up care, removal of multiple cysts (reported benign), and support with end-of-life care at home. Feedback is mixed on front-desk and charging: some describe reception as friendly, while one recent reviewer reports a receptionist being “passive aggressive,” and another objects to being charged a consultation fee after mentioning recent emergency treatment elsewhere.

Part of the PDSA charity, this pet hospital is set up to provide free and low‑cost veterinary care for pets in need (as described on the PDSA website). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available, owners most often mention: - Supportive, kind handling during difficult appointments (including a “sad time” with a dog) and staff being “there” for both pet and owner. - Practical advice given during visits (one review mentions taking in a cat and receiving “lots of good advice”). - Operational pressures: some reviews mention waiting to be seen and a period where staff were “struggled to keep up,” including a “broken medication machine.” - A clear conflict in experience: one recent review alleges being told to go to a private vet and that their dog was left injured, while most other recent reviews describe “first class care.”

SimplyCats Vet Clinic is an independent, feline-only veterinary practice founded in 2009, and it states it holds the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) “gold standard” accreditation. The clinic appears set up specifically to reduce stress for cats, with a cat-only environment and longer consultations, and it says it provides “all services under one roof.” Reviews strongly reflect the cat-only setup (owners explicitly mention the absence of dogs reducing stress), and include examples of follow-up communication (a vet phoning and talking through kittens’ health for around 20 minutes). There’s also at least one recent negative review saying care feels worse since a named vet (Michelle) left, which conflicts with other reviews describing reassuring, kind support from another named vet (Sarah).

Firstvets is a small-animal practice used by owners of cats and dogs, with multiple reviews also mentioning rabbits and a pet rat. Owners repeatedly describe vets taking time to explain treatments and answer questions without rushing, including arranging a BSL interpreter for an appointment. Reviews also suggest the team is comfortable handling nervous or stressed pets (for example, a very nervous dog and a highly stressed cat during a first visit). Cost is a recurring point of tension: some reviewers were happy with the bill coming in under their budget, while others felt charges were high and/or not made clear upfront.

Blythman & Partners describes itself as an independent, family-run veterinary practice with multiple branches and a dedicated emergency hospital. The website states its Gosforth practice has RCVS hospital status and the group is RCVS-accredited, with 24/7 emergency care provided via that hospital. From reviews, owners most often mention straightforward routine appointments (e.g., kennel cough injection with a “good examination” and “no waiting around”), staff using treats to help dogs relax while waiting, and being able to “fit us in for emergencies.” Pricing feedback is mixed: one owner says they “don’t ‘take the mick’ with charges,” while another says costs have increased and some medication-related visits can reach “3 figures.”

Moorview Vets is a veterinary practice that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. The website mentions 24/7 access to an online vet via Pawsquad, with the caveat that specialist, referral, or out-of-hours consultations aren’t included in the regular plans. Recent reviews are mixed (including several very positive experiences alongside detailed complaints). Owners most often talk about emergency care for older pets, blood testing and ongoing medication monitoring, and how the practice handles communication and billing, including after a pet has died. A few specific points that come up: - Emergency support is praised in at least one account (“first class” care for an older dog in an emergency). - Handling stressed pets is mentioned, including being seen in a quieter outer building when animals are anxious. - Costs are a recurring point of disagreement, including one report of £380 for a consultation and blood test. - Some owners describe poor communication or administration (e.g., wishes not being passed on; delays receiving ashes; disputes around payment and what happens before cremation).

Only the clinic name was provided (“Sheriffs Highway Veterinary Group”). No website summary, service list, corporate-group information, or review/rating data was included in the inputs, so it isn’t possible to describe what the practice is set up for (e.g., routine care vs. surgery/dentistry), how it operates, or what pet owners commonly report about their experiences.

Vets Now is part of a larger emergency-vet group (the website describes 60+ clinics) providing out-of-hours care for small animals when regular practices are closed, including weekends and bank holidays. Reviews describe it being used for urgent, higher-stakes problems (seizures, breathing issues needing a blood transfusion, and end‑of‑life decisions), with vets discussing treatment options and providing medication. Experiences in the latest reviews are mixed on speed and cost: some owners say they were seen quickly and got back home within an hour, while one detailed review describes a multi-hour wait before treatment began. Cost is a repeated theme, including upfront payments mentioned in reviews.