Business Details
9 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Veterinary Care in Sowerby Bridge
The Friendly Animal Clinic has been providing compassionate veterinary care since 2017, treating pets and their owners as part of our extended family. Based in Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, we combine over 35 years of combined veterinary experience with modern facilities and cutting-edge equipment to deliver comprehensive pet healthcare. Our services include routine vaccinations, surgical procedures, emergency care, and specialist treatments like acupuncture, all delivered through longer consultation times that prioritise thorough understanding of each case.We maintain continuity of care through in-house treatments while collaborating with referral centres for complex cases, supported by a dedicated team of veterinary nurses offering free clinics for preventative care. Our commitment to ethical practice, transparent advice, and community partnerships with organisations like RSPCA and Cats Protection underscores our mission to provide accessible, high-quality veterinary services tailored to individual pet owner circumstances.
Services
Vaccinations
Neutering
Emergency Care
Dental Services
Health Checks
Pet Passports
Acupuncture
Microchipping
Dietary Advice
Nurse Clinics
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour emergency veterinary services with immediate telephone support
- Our experienced veterinary surgeons have over 35 combined years of clinical practice
- We provide continuity of care through in-house diagnostics and treatments
- Free nurse clinics available for preventative pet healthcare
- Personalised care plans developed in collaboration with pet owners
What people say
Kind and professional staff
Most caring and compassionate vets
Thorough diagnosis and aftercare
Ethical and compassionate treatment
Friendly and efficient team
Services
Vaccinations
We provide comprehensive vaccination programmes for dogs, cats, and small animals to prevent infectious diseases. Our protocols follow veterinary best practices while considering individual pet lifestyles and risk factors. Clients receive clear guidance on vaccination schedules and disease prevention strategies.
Emergency Care
24-hour emergency veterinary services available with immediate telephone consultation. Our team handles critical pet health situations through rapid assessment, stabilisation, and appropriate treatment interventions. Emergency cases receive priority attention while maintaining continuity of care.
Neutering
Routine and complex neutering procedures performed with pre-operative health assessments and tailored anaesthetic protocols. We offer post-operative care guidance and follow-up consultations to ensure optimal recovery for pets undergoing sterilisation surgery.
Dental Services
Comprehensive dental care including routine checks, professional cleaning, and surgical interventions. Our services address periodontal disease prevention and treatment through client education and advanced veterinary dental techniques performed by specialist partners.
Health Checks
Regular health assessments for pets at all life stages, including geriatric monitoring and weight management programmes. Our veterinary nurses conduct free clinics for preventative care while providing dietary advice and early disease detection opportunities.
People
Myles Holdsworth
Veterinary Surgeon
Qualified from Edinburgh University in 1996 with 20 years' experience, specialising in small animal surgical techniques. Regularly undertakes advanced surgical training in Germany and the UK to maintain clinical excellence.
Cheryl Holdsworth
Veterinary Surgeon
Graduated from Edinburgh University in 1998 with 18 years' experience in small animal medicine and emergency care. Specialises in acupuncture and exotic pet care while working closely with local animal welfare organisations.
John Robinson
Specialist Dentist
Veterinary dental specialist providing advanced oral care services at our practice. Brings specialist expertise in complex dental procedures and oral surgery for companion animals.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency care with immediate telephone consultation available at 01422 834336 for urgent pet health situations requiring professional intervention.
What pet health services do you provide?
We offer vaccinations, neutering, dental care, health checks, emergency treatment, acupuncture, and specialist surgical procedures including cruciate repair and micro-surgery.
Are there any pet healthcare membership benefits?
The Friendly Health Club offers free consultations for 12 months with a one-off fee, plus discounts on annual vaccinations for members.
Do you treat small animals and exotic pets?
Yes, we treat rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, mice, and other small furries with specialist care tailored to their specific health requirements.
How can I book a veterinary appointment?
All consultations require appointments which can be scheduled by calling 01422 834336 during our operating hours Monday to Saturday.
Do you offer pet travel health certification?
We provide Pet Passport services and health certificates for international pet travel, including necessary parasite control advice for overseas journeys.
