Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Local Veterinary Experts Since 1911
Established in 1911, our veterinary practice has dedicated over a century to providing compassionate care for pets across Pendle, Burnley and Lancashire. With three accessible locations in Colne, Barnoldswick and Burnley, we combine traditional values with modern veterinary practices to ensure the wellbeing of your animals. Our team of experienced professionals prioritises personal care, maintaining a patient-focused approach that places both animals and their owners at the heart of every decision. We operate a 24-hour emergency service year-round, staffed by familiar faces from our own practice, ensuring continuity of care during critical moments. Committed to ethical veterinary medicine, we actively work to enhance animal welfare while maintaining environmental responsibility in accordance with the latest regulatory standards. As part of the VetPartners family, we benefit from professional networks while maintaining our independent, community-focused ethos.Our preventative healthcare plans offer cost-effective solutions for ongoing pet wellness, combining routine treatments with financial flexibility through monthly direct debit options. We maintain transparency in all operations, clearly communicating policy changes such as the recent Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons regulations affecting prescription practices. Our facilities are designed with both animal comfort and client convenience in mind, offering dedicated spaces for consultations, emergency care and specialist senior pet clinics. Through generations, we have maintained our founding principle: that exceptional veterinary care begins with understanding the unique bond between pets and their owners.
Services
Vaccinations
Emergency Care
Pet Health Plans
Weight Clinics
Senior Pet Services
Details
- Year established: 1911
Highlights and features
- We've provided veterinary care since 1911
- Our 24/7 emergency service operates in-house
- We prioritise ethical, environmentally responsible practices
- Our Pet Health Plans offer cost-effective care
- Experienced team across three local branches
Services
Emergency Care
Our 24/7 emergency veterinary service provides immediate care for critical pet conditions. Staffed by experienced professionals at our Colne, Barnoldswick and Burnley branches, we handle trauma, poisoning and acute illnesses with dedicated facilities. Clients receive clear guidance on accessing urgent care through our published emergency contact numbers.
Pet Health Plans
Annual preventative healthcare plans spread routine costs into monthly payments. Covering vaccinations, parasite prevention and regular check-ups for cats, dogs and rabbits, these plans ensure consistent care while offering financial flexibility. Members benefit from structured wellness monitoring throughout their pet's life.
Senior Pet Services
Specialist clinics for mature animals address age-related health concerns. Our experienced team provides tailored diagnostics, pain management and lifestyle advice to maintain quality of life. Regular senior health checks help detect and manage conditions like arthritis and kidney disease early.
Weight Clinics
Professional weight management programmes combine veterinary assessment with nutritional guidance. We create customised diet and exercise plans for overweight pets, monitoring progress through regular weigh-ins and body condition scoring to prevent obesity-related health issues.
Vaccinations
Comprehensive vaccination programmes protect pets against common infectious diseases. Our protocols follow current veterinary guidelines, with tailored schedules for puppies, kittens and adult animals. Vaccination records are maintained as part of ongoing preventative healthcare plans.
Questions
What emergency services do you provide?
We operate a 24/7 in-house emergency service across our three locations, staffed by our own veterinary team. Contact 01282 863892 for urgent pet care.
How do your Pet Health Plans work?
Annual subscription plans spread routine care costs into monthly payments, covering vaccinations, parasite prevention and regular check-ups for cats, dogs and rabbits.
Are you accepting new clients?
Yes, we welcome new clients at all our locations in Colne, Barnoldswick and Burnley. Contact your preferred branch to register and book appointments.
What changes affect prescription medications?
New RCVS regulations require physical examinations before prescribing certain medications. Contact us for details about how this affects your pet's treatment.
Do you offer senior pet care?
Yes, we have dedicated senior clinics for mature animals, providing specialist diagnostics, pain management and tailored health monitoring to maintain quality of life.