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Trusted Veterinary Care in Northumberland
Established in 1897, Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group has been providing comprehensive veterinary care across Northumberland and beyond for over a century. Our practice combines a rich heritage of animal care with modern facilities and cutting-edge diagnostic tools. We offer dedicated services for small animals, equine, and farm animals, supported by a team of experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support staff. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures our team maintains the highest clinical standards. We operate seven branches with disabled access and on-site parking, all offering 24-hour emergency care.As part of CVS (UK) Limited, we benefit from industry-leading resources while maintaining our local practice ethos. Our preventative healthcare approach focuses on vaccination, parasite control, neutering, and dental care to ensure long-term animal wellbeing. We hold Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons accreditation, demonstrating our adherence to rigorous practice standards. Our Cat Friendly Clinic Gold status reflects our specialised feline care environment. With both routine and referral services in cardiology, internal medicine, and surgery, we provide holistic care for pets and livestock alike.
Services
Equine Dentistry
Vaccinations
Emergency Services
Neutering
Dental Procedures
Parasite Control
Surgery
Acupuncture
Microchipping
Cardiology Referrals
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services with our own dedicated team
- Our practice holds RCVS Veterinary Hospital accreditation
- We provide specialist referral services in cardiology and orthopaedics
- Our Cat Friendly Clinic status ensures stress-free feline care
- We combine 125+ years of experience with modern diagnostic technology
Associations and certifications
- Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
- Cat Friendly Clinic - Gold
What people say
24-hour emergency care
Experienced veterinary team
Comprehensive services
Dedicated staff
Excellent facilities
Services
Equine Dentistry
Our equine dentistry service provides comprehensive oral healthcare for horses, ponies and donkeys. Using modern equipment, we perform routine dental checks, identify disease progression, and implement appropriate treatments. This service includes floating sharp enamel points, addressing dental infections, and managing dental-related performance issues. Our experienced equine veterinary surgeons ensure horses maintain optimal dental health for proper nutrition and comfort.
Vaccinations
We offer essential vaccination programmes for small animals, equine and farm livestock. Our vaccination service includes rabies, distemper, leptospirosis, and equine influenza protection. Each appointment includes a full physical examination to ensure the animal's health before administering vaccines. We also provide travel vaccinations and animal health certificates for pets moving abroad, ensuring compliance with international regulations.
Emergency Services
Our practice provides genuine 24/7 emergency veterinary care with our own experienced team. Available 365 days a year, our emergency service treats critical conditions in small animals, equine and farm animals during and outside regular hours. The service includes immediate assessment, stabilisation and treatment for trauma, poisoning, birthing complications, and acute illnesses requiring urgent intervention.
Neutering
We perform routine neutering procedures for dogs, cats and small animals using modern surgical techniques. This service includes pre-operative health checks, anaesthesia administration, surgical removal of reproductive organs, and post-operative care guidance. Our team provides detailed advice on post-neutering care, pain management and potential health benefits associated with sterilisation for different animal species.
Cardiology Referrals
Our specialist cardiology service accepts referrals for complex heart conditions in animals. Using advanced diagnostic tools like echocardiography, ECG and blood pressure monitoring, we assess cardiovascular health and develop treatment plans. This service includes managing congenital heart defects, valvular disease, arrhythmias and heart failure in both small animals and equine patients.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide genuine 24/7 emergency care with our own dedicated veterinary team available 365 days a year.
What animal species do you treat?
We treat all domestic species including small animals (dogs, cats, rabbits), equine (horses, ponies, donkeys), and farm animals (cattle, sheep, goats).
Are your vets qualified to handle specialist cases?
Yes, we offer referral services in cardiology, internal medicine, orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery with specially trained veterinary surgeons.
Do you have RCVS accredited facilities?
Our Alnwick practice holds RCVS Veterinary Hospital accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to the highest clinical standards and facilities.
Can I get pet insurance advice?
Yes, we provide guidance on pet insurance options and can assist with insurance-related veterinary claims documentation.
Do you offer preventative healthcare plans?
We have the Horse Health Programme for equine patients and Healthy Pet Club for small animals, offering structured preventative care options.
