Business Details
44 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Family Veterinarians in Altrincham
Established in 1982, we are a family-run veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for companion animals. Our team combines decades of experience with ongoing professional development to deliver preventative healthcare and medical solutions tailored to pets and their owners. Accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons as a Tier 2 training practice, we maintain rigorous standards while offering services including vaccinations, neutering, microchipping, and 24-hour emergency cover.Our independent status allows us to prioritise patient needs without corporate constraints, supported by visiting specialists who reduce referral requirements. With two dedicated home visit practitioners and modern facilities featuring digital imaging and in-house diagnostics, we serve South Manchester and Cheshire communities from our Altrincham clinic.
Services
Vaccinations
Neutering
Microchipping
Pet Health Plans
Home Visits
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of family veterinary expertise
- Our RCVS-accredited practice maintains industry-leading standards
- We provide home visits for pet comfort and convenience
- Our team includes specialists in dentistry and diagnostic imaging
- We operate 24-hour emergency cover for critical care
Associations and certifications
- RCVS Tier 2
What people say
Trusted, caring service
Highly experienced team
Personal service approach
Best preventative healthcare
Recommend this practice
Services
Vaccinations
We provide comprehensive vaccination programmes for cats, dogs, and small mammals to prevent infectious diseases. Our protocols follow Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons guidelines and include core vaccines plus lifestyle-specific protections. Clients receive vaccination certificates and reminders for booster schedules.
Neutering
Our surgical neutering services cover cats, dogs, rabbits, and ferrets with pre-operative health checks and post-operative care. We offer tailored advice on optimal timing and benefits for different breeds. All procedures include anaesthetic monitoring and pain management.
Microchipping
We implant permanent electronic identification chips in accordance with UK legal requirements. The service includes database registration and lifetime record updates. Our scanners can read all chip formats and we provide international pet passport services.
Pet Health Plans
Our preventative care packages combine vaccinations, flea/worm treatments, and dental checks with monthly payment options. Plans include priority appointment access and discounts on additional services while promoting long-term pet wellness through regular veterinary monitoring.
Home Visits
We offer house calls for routine consultations and post-operative checks across our service area. This service benefits elderly pets, multiple-pet households, and clients with mobility challenges. Visits include full diagnostic capabilities and treatment administration.
People
Claire Hanson
Veterinary Surgeon
BSc and BVetMed graduate from London Veterinary School with over 15 years' practice experience. Special interests in companion animal care and community veterinary engagement. Leads the practice with Adam Wraith since 2016.
Adam Wraith
Veterinary Surgeon
Qualified from University of Nottingham with extensive small animal practice experience. Joined Hansons Vets in 2013 and co-leads the practice since 2016. Focuses on surgical advancements and client education.
James Tilling
Veterinary Surgeon
Experienced practitioner specialising in internal medicine. Joined permanently after maternity cover, bringing expertise in complex diagnostic cases and continuing the practice's tradition of excellence in patient care.
Carris
Practice Manager
Registered Veterinary Nurse with 10+ years' service, now managing practice operations. Maintains clinical involvement while overseeing training programmes and service standards across veterinary and reception teams.
Jo
Veterinary Nurse
Specialist in veterinary dentistry and radiography with particular expertise in dental imaging. Rejoined the team in 2022 after gaining additional experience elsewhere, bringing advanced skills in oral health assessments.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide vaccinations, neutering, microchipping, dental care, surgical treatments, home visits, and 24-hour emergency services for companion animals.
Do you handle emergency pet care?
Yes, we offer 24-hour emergency cover with on-call veterinary surgeons available for urgent medical or surgical cases.
Can you visit my pet at home?
We provide home visits across our service area for routine consultations and post-operative care by prior arrangement.
Are payment plans available?
Our Pet Health Plans offer monthly payment options covering vaccinations, flea/worm treatments, and routine dental checks with additional benefits.
How do I register my pet?
Registration can be completed online or during your first visit. Bring existing medical records and vaccination history for seamless service commencement.
