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Leeds Vets for Pets

178 Easterly Rd
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS8 3AD 0113 2406 222 Chat on WhatsApp

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Opening Hours

  • Monday  - 
  • Tuesday  - 
  • Wednesday  - 
  • Thursday  - 
  • Friday  - 
  • Saturday  - 
  • Sunday Closed

Meet the team

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Simon Bate

Veterinary Surgeon and Practice Partner

BVSc MRCVS GPCert(SAS)

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I qualified from Liverpool University in 2001. Initially I worked in mixed practice treating "All Creatures Great and Small" including dairy cows, sheep, dogs, cats and horse. After two years I decided to focus down my clinical work to small animals so I could improve my knowledge and skills in one area. In 2010 I decided to further my study and attained the Certificate in Small Animal Surgery. Having worked at various practices in the Yorkshire area I joined Vets4Pets Leeds In November 2015 as a locum vet. I enjoyed working here so much I decided to make it my permanent home! My main clinical interests are surgery, particularly soft tissue surgery, ultrasound and ophthalmology. I also enjoy the challenge and rewards getting to bottom of those tricky cases and seeing my patients recover and the joy this gives to their owners. I enjoy the type of travelling that broadens the mind and have volunteered as a visiting veterinarian at both WVS India training centre for vets in surgery and at a Peruvian rescue centre for street dogs. Out of work my hobbies include walking (sometimes long distances!), running, cooking, Spanish and meditation.
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Alice Faulds

Veterinary Surgeon and Practice Partner

BVSc MRCVS

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I graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2018, and after spending the summer in Morocco working with the charity SPANA, looking after their working donkeys and horses, I started working at a mixed equine and small animal practice in North Yorkshire.

I spent 5 years there where I gained a love for all types of veterinary work; from emergency surgery to tricky medical cases, with one of my main interests being ultrasound imaging. I am currently working towards my certificate in Small Animal Medicine.

I have found that one of the most rewarding parts of my job is building close relationships with my clients and their pets. This helps make difficult and sad decisions easier as we are already trust each other.

I’m very lucky that I get to bring Ernie, my Border Terrier, to work, and will often be spotted walking him around Roundhay Park on a lunch break!

Outside of work I enjoy getting out into the countryside with Ernie, as well as trying to keep fit at park run and netball. All of this balanced with a passion for baking.

I look forward to meeting you and your pets at Leeds Vets for Pets!

 
Laura

Laura Mclellan

Veterinary Surgeon

BSc BVSc MRCVS

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I graduated from the University of Bristol in 1996, having also obtained a degree in Pharmacology. I then worked in mixed practice for five year before spending a year working and travelling in Australia – where I loved being involved in treating the native wildlife. In 2002 I moved to Leeds with my husband Fergus, and have worked for small animal practices and charities in Yorkshire ever since. My particular areas of interest are ophthalmology, emergency and critical care, animal welfare education, and rabbit and small mammal medicine. I have two school aged children (Anna and Archie), two dogs (Jimmy the Jack Russell and Alvin the bull lurcher), two gerbils and a goldfish! In my spare time I like walking my dogs, playing the cornet, socialising and reading.

Emily Riswick

Veterinary Surgeon

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Lauren Maxfield

Registered Veterinary Nurse and Practice Partner

RVN ISFMDipFN

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I have worked at Leeds Vets4Pets since it opened in July 2010 and became a partner here in 2017. The best part of the job is nursing animals back to full health following their illnesses and surgeries. This allows me to build great relationships with clients and their pets. I have a particular interest in feline behaviour & medicine and have gained certificates in Feline Nursing and Advanced Feline Behaviour with ISFM. I am currently the Cat Advocate of the clinic. I am currently owned by a Labrador called Sammy and two cats, a sulky black & white moggy called Mrs Norris and a terribly behaved hand-reared black kitten, Beetle.

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Alys Brownridge

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN CertVNECC

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My career with animals started within a grooming and boarding establishment whilst completing an Animal Care apprenticeship and training as a professional dog groomer. From being young I had always wanted to be a veterinary nurse, so I begun working for Vets4Pets in 2013 as a Student Veterinary Nurse and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2015, from there I continued my studies and have just gained my Certificate of Veterinary Nursing in Emergency and Critical care. I enjoyed the varied days that come with being a nurse, and experiencing different cases we get every day. At home I have a 1 year old cat called Benny T and I enjoy reading, sewing and attending music events.
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Aimee Kershaw

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Hi I'm Aimee and I'm currently a final year veterinary nurse student. 

I love busy days here at Leeds Vets for Pets!

At home I have 2 wonderful ferrets called Rambo and Hopper. 

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Dan Smith

Student Veterinary Nurse

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I’ve been working for Vets4Pets since November 2021, starting as a Veterinary Care Assistant and now working as a first year Student Veterinary Nurse. My previous employment was based in the pharmaceutical industry for approximately 10 years. I have a crazy working cocker spaniel called Fliss who keeps my weekends filled with walks and adventures. I am now very pleased to be on the journey to becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse for Leeds Vets4Pets.

 

Lisa Brennan

Veterinary Care Assistant

Teigan Bairstow

Veterinary Care Assistant

Courtney Bailey

Student Veterinary Nurse

Lesa

Lesa Jackson

Receptionist

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I started working for Vets4Pets in July 2010 when we opened. I previously worked for a bank in their call centre, this job is so much better. I currently have no pets at home but thousands when I come to work. My spare time is for family and friends and I also love movies, reading, knitting and on occasions, baking.
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Jackie Mould

Receptionist

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I first joined the team here at Leeds in June 2024; This is my first time working in a veterinary practice and I absolutely love it.
 
I have a 5 year old Golden Labrador called Charlie who loves nothing more than getting muddy on our walks, the muddier the better! 
 
In my spare time I enjoy Spending time with my husband, daughter and two beautiful granddaughters as well as reading romantic fiction, cross stitch, and walking.
 

We would like to extend a very warm welcome to our veterinary practice. 

We are a close knit team of extremely knowledgeable, friendly and approachable staff with a wealth of experience. We pride ourselves in providing the best possible veterinary care for your pets. Our reviews speak for themselves!

Although we are here to provide care to sick and injured pets, we also see preventative healthcare as an equal, if not a more important, part of veterinary care.

Appointments with veterinary surgeons and nurses are available throughout the day. Outside of our normal working hours our clients have access to a dedicated veterinary emergency service at Leeds Birstall Vets for Pets which is open 24/7.

We look forward to meeting you and your pets!

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Services

  • Emergency cover
    Even if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
  • Airway Surgery
    Airway Surgery
  • Anaesthesia
    General anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.
  • Bereavement Support
    Making the decision to say goodbye to your pet is one of the toughest you’ll ever make. Pets provide us with unconditional love, friendship and comfort, so it is normal to have intense or conflicting emotions when it comes to euthanasia. At Vets4Pets we’re here for you and your pet for every step of your journey together.

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  • Biochemistry
    Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
  • Blood Pressure Monitor
    Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
  • Blood Transfusion
    Treats many critically ill cats and dogs and our pioneering blood donor programme helps keep them alive.
  • Cardiology
    Cardiology
  • Chemotherapy & Cancer Treatment
    Dogs and cats that receive chemotherapy feel normal the day they are given the drug.
  • Cruciate Surgery
    Surgery to repair damaged stifle ligaments.
  • Dentistry
    The treatment and prevention of dental disease
  • Digital X-Ray
    Digital X ray equipment is available.
  • Ear Surgery
    Ear Surgery service is available to keep your pet free from any infections.
  • ECG
    ECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
  • Echocardiography (heart scans)
    Generates a 2D moving image of your pet's heart.
  • Electrolyte
    Enables the assessment of critical blood chemicals such as sodium and potassium.
  • Exotic Pet
    Can see a range of patients, from small animals through to reptiles.
  • Fracture Repair
    Orthopaedic surgery to correct broken bones.
  • Haematology – Blood testing
    Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
  • Health Plans
    Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
  • Home Visits
    If you can’t make it us, we will come to you. We offer routine home visit for pets who don’t like to leave the house or clients who are unable to visit us. (Additional costs may occur)
  • Hospital Ward
    Suite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
  • In house blood transfusions
    In house blood transfusions
  • In-house Laboratory
    A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
  • Isolation Unit
    A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
  • Locally Owned
    This practice is locally owned.
  • Medication
    Medication
  • Microchipping
    A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
  • Nurse Clinic
    Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
  • Nutritional Advice
    Advice and support for your pet's diet.
  • Oncology
    Medical care of cancer.
  • Late Opening Times
    Late Opening Times
  • Operating Theatre
    An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
  • Orthopaedics
    Surgery of joints and bones.
  • Oxygen Chamber
    Enables us to provide supplemental oxygen when needed.
  • Pet Passport / Animal Health Certificate
    Trained Official Veterinarian vets to issue Pet Passports, Fit to Fly letters and rabies serology tests.
  • Prescriptions
    We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
  • Rabbit Medicine and Testing
    Rabbit Medicine and Testing
  • Separate Cat & Dog Waiting Areas
    Separate cat and dog waiting areas, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
  • Separated Dog & Cat Wards and Isolation Units
    Separate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
  • Soft Tissue
    Surgical procedures involving the soft tissues such as ears and skin.
  • Ultrasound
    Generates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
  • Weight Clinic
    Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
  • X-Ray
    Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
  • X-Ray & Ultrasound
    X-Ray & Ultrasound

Practice accreditations

  • RCVS accreditation EDITED
  • Small_Animal_Practice
  • Dog Friendly clinic -DOGS TRUST
  • $R7B2CSH

More accredidations

  • Social Media iiE Bronze 2022
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Health Plans

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Out of hours

Vets for Pets Leeds Birstall
Spring Ram Retail Park
Birstall
Leeds
WF17 9AD

Telephone: 01924 441 144

On-the-day appointment £80. Out of hours appointment (8pm-8am) £150. Any necessary treatment or medication administered by the emergency service will be charged in addition to the emergency consultation fee.

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