Business Details
42 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Veterinary Care in North Yorkshire
Station House Vets is an independent small animal and equine veterinary practice established in 1984, serving clients in North Yorkshire and beyond. Since our founding, we have prioritised continuity of care, maintaining a traditional family GP approach to veterinary medicine. In 2021, the practice was acquired by three experienced veterinariansClare Brash, Lucy Nowell, and Vicky Williamswho lead a dedicated team of vets, nurses, and support staff. Our services span general healthcare, emergency care, and specialist equine treatments, delivered with a commitment to personal service and clinical excellence. We operate our own 24/7 out-of-hours emergency service, ensuring consistent care for pets and horses throughout the year. Our facilities include separate dog and cat waiting areas, modern consulting rooms, and spacious hospital wards, reflecting our dedication to reducing stress for animals and owners alike.As a Dog Friendly Clinic and holder of the ISFM International Cat Friendly Clinic Silver award, we implement low-stress handling techniques and tailored environments for canine and feline patients. Our team actively participates in professional development through veterinary committees and advanced qualifications, maintaining expertise across species and specialisms. With over 30 years of service to the local community, we combine deep local knowledge with a passion for animal welfare, treating every pet as an integral part of the family. This enduring commitment to compassionate, comprehensive care defines our practice and strengthens trust with clients.
Services
Pet Healthcare
Equine Services
Emergency Care
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in small animal and equine veterinary care
- Our 24/7 out-of-hours service ensures continuous emergency support
- Personalised care with a focus on long-term client-vet relationships
- Accredited as both a Dog Friendly Clinic and ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic
- Veterinary team actively participates in advanced professional development
Associations and certifications
- Dogs Trust
- British Veterinary Behaviour Association (BVBA)
- International Society for Feline Medicine (ISFM)
What people say
Excellent independent practice
Great dedication
Privileged extended family
Happy healthy life
30 years service
Services
Small Animal Care
We provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, and small pets, including routine check-ups, vaccinations, and chronic condition management. Our Dog Friendly Clinic and Cat Friendly Clinic accreditations ensure stress-free visits through specialised handling techniques and separate waiting areas. With continuity of care as our priority, we focus on building long-term relationships to better understand each pet's unique needs.
Equine Services
Our equine veterinary services cover routine healthcare, lameness assessments, and emergency treatments for horses. The practice features dedicated equine facilities with lorry loading bays and separate parking areas. Our experienced team combines traditional approaches with modern diagnostics to maintain optimal health in performance and companion horses across North Yorkshire.
Emergency Care
We operate a 24/7 out-of-hours emergency service for both small animals and equine patients. This ensures consistent care from our own veterinary team at all times, with immediate access to hospital wards, diagnostic equipment, and experienced staff. Emergency cases benefit from our low-stress handling protocols and dedicated facilities designed for urgent interventions.
Dog Friendly Clinic
As an accredited Dog Friendly Clinic, we implement behaviour-based handling techniques and provide calming environments to reduce stress during visits. Services include puppy parties, anxiety-reducing consults in garden areas, and specially designed kennels with enrichment plans. Our team receives ongoing training in canine welfare to ensure the highest standard of care for nervous or anxious dogs.
Cat Friendly Clinic
Holding the ISFM International Cat Friendly Clinic Silver award, we offer stress-free veterinary care for cats through gentle handling techniques and pheromone-assisted environments. Separate waiting areas, cat-specific equipment, and trained advocates ensure feline patients receive appropriate care. Our facilities include quiet consult rooms and hospital wards designed to meet the unique needs of cats during short or extended stays.
People
Clare Brash
Veterinary Surgeon
Clare joined Station House Vets in 1989 and returned full-time in 2010 after developing equine skills at Liverpool University. She manages 108 animals at home and specialises in equine care, bringing decades of experience to our team.
Lucy Nowell
Veterinary Surgeon
Lucy graduated from Cambridge in 2001 and joined us in 2008 after working in Surrey. She focuses on small animals while maintaining equine expertise, studies for an advanced veterinary certificate, and organises professional development events for local veterinary professionals.
Vicky Williams
Veterinary Surgeon
Vicky qualified at Edinburgh's Royal Dick Veterinary College and worked here from 2005-2015 before returning in 2018. She specialises in internal medicine and soft tissue surgery, contributing to veterinary committees while balancing family life with two children and multiple pets.
Karolina Szczecina
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Karolina trained at College of Animal Welfare in Leeds and brings experience from busy animal hospitals. She excels in emergency care and surgical nursing, continually expanding her skills while enjoying family time with her two sons and pets.
Helena Dewhurst
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Helena qualified in 2017 and became our Cat Friendly Clinic Advocate. With extensive fostering experience, she specialises in feline care and holds advanced ISFM qualifications, ensuring our cat patients receive species-specific, compassionate treatment.
Questions
What species do Station House Vets treat?
We treat dogs, cats, small pets, and horses at our purpose-built facilities in Welburn, offering species-specific care through our Dog Friendly Clinic and Cat Friendly Clinic accreditations.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency care with our own veterinary team available 365 days a year for both small animals and equine patients.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are accredited as a Dog Friendly Clinic by Dogs Trust and BVBA, and hold the ISFM International Cat Friendly Clinic Silver award, demonstrating our commitment to species-specific care.
Are home visits available?
While we prefer clinic visits for full facility access, our equine team provides farm visits and we offer flexible consult options for anxious pets as required.
What facilities do you have for pets?
Our practice features separate dog and cat waiting areas, garden consult spaces, non-slip flooring, pheromone diffusers, and specially designed kennels to ensure comfortable stays for all patients.
