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  1. Vets in South Shields
  2. South Shields Vets4Pets

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New owners for your vets, same great care for your pets. Practice Owners Kay, Tammie and Kirstin.

South Shields Vets4Pets

The Nook
363-365 Prince Edward Rd
South Shields
Tyneside
NE34 7LZ
0191 456 2211 Chat on WhatsApp
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Open Today 08:30 - 19:00

Opening Hours

  • Monday 08:30  -  19:00
  • Tuesday 08:30  -  19:00
  • Wednesday 08:30  -  19:00
  • Thursday 08:30  -  19:00
  • Friday 08:30  -  19:00
  • Saturday 09:00  -  16:00
  • Sunday Closed

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Meet the team

Kirstin

Kirstin Gribben

Head Veterinary Surgeon & Practice Owner

CertAVP, BVM&S, MRCVS

Read Kirstin Gribben bio

​Originally from Scotland, I graduated from Edinburgh University in 2013. I have been with the South Shields team since 2017. With the support of the practice and a variety of interesting cases, I completed my Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice in 2020. I am now one of the owners of the practice.
 
In my spare time, I enjoy competing with my Connemara pony and taking my spaniels on lovely long walks to burn off their endless energy! 
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Nair

Veterinary Surgeon

Read Nair bio

I am a veterinary surgeon originally from Portugal. After my graduation I decided to work abroad. I travelled to Brazil and Belgium to gain work experience and then moved to the UK in 2013. I love taking care of and helping pets. In my spare time I like to cook, read and travel.

Ania

Miss Ania Maslowska

Veterinary Surgeon

Read Miss Ania Maslowska bio

Hello, My name is Ania and I come from Poland.  I have been a vet since 2002 and I graduated in Wroclaw University in Poland.

I came to England in 2017 and really enjoy living and working here.  I love my work and I am particularly interested in dermatology and cat medicine.

I have a guinea pig at home but my dream is to have three cats.

In my spare time I like to read and go walking with my husband.  I would really like to travel around the whole of Great Briton at some point in the future.

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Aisha Abdelmawla

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

Read Aisha Abdelmawla bio

Hi,

My name is Aisha and I graduated in Egypt.  I qualified as a UK vet last year in 2021, but have been practicing as a small animal vet in Egypt since graduating in 2009.

I love working around animals, but also the clients who share the same passion for our furry friends.

In my spare time I love going for walks and catching up with friends and family.

 

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Mr Jia Yarn Chuah

Veterinary Surgeon

Read Mr Jia Yarn Chuah bio

I am originally from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2024.
 
Being part of the team here allows me to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, making each day inspiring and fulfilling.
 
Outside of work, I am passionate about music and enjoy travelling, immersing myself in different cultures and trying new cuisines.
Angela

Angela Ray

Veterinary Nurse

RVN

Read Angela Ray bio

I’m Angela and I registered as a Veterinary Nurse in February 2018. I have an interest in cats and focus my further training round this. I have a rescue cat called Freyja. My other interests are my motorbike and long distance walking. Before Veterinary Nursing I had worked in the equine industry for 15 years; my last horse job was for a charity retraining and re-homing ex-racehorses.​

I am currently studying towards a certificate in Advanced Feline behaviour for veterinary Professionals.  I am also the the chosen cat advocate for the practice and am working with the ISFM in order to gain our cat friendly clinic accreditation. 

 

Megan

Megan

Veterinary Nurse

RVN

Read Megan bio

My name is Megan, I started volunteering at Vets4Pets since leaving school in 2013, completed an animal management course and then eventually qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2018. Our team works very well together and became like a second family. I enjoy spending every day working with animals in my dream job, every day is different. I have an interest in exotic patients and also our golden oldies that sadly need a bit more TLC than the youngsters. When I'm not at work, I can usually be found looking after my ever growing zoo at home with 3 fish, 1 cat, 2 crazy spaniels and my rescue bunny. I love nothing more than being outdoors and active on walks or runs with the dogs.

Tammie

Tammie

Head Veterinary Nurse & Practice Owner

RVN

Read Tammie bio

My name is Tammie, I am the Head Nurse and one of the practice owners.  I have always had an interest in animals from a young age. After leaving school at 16, I started working in a veterinary practice, qualifying in 1995. Since then I have worked in many types of practices including equine and emergency and critical care. I love all aspects of nursing. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, including my 2 dogs and 1 mad cat. I look forward to meeting you and your pets soon.  

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Katie Smith-Jackson

Veterinary Nurse

RVN

Read Katie Smith-Jackson bio

Hi,

I'm Katie and I've been a registered veterinary nurse since 2020.  Previously, I volunteered at the practice whilst in my final year of school, progressing onto my VCA course, then completing my nursing qualification.  My next step in training will be undertaking a qualification in Physiotherapy so I can aid in the recovery of your pets.  Some may know me as the rabbit nurse!

In my spare time I love going out on long hikes and spending quality time with my family, along side my three incredible pooches, two of which are rescues.  I also have a lovely variety of different breeds of rabbits including several rescues.

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Sarah Thorell

Student Veterinary Nurse

Read Sarah Thorell bio

Hi,

My name is Sarah and I work as a student veterinary nurse.  My job in practice is to make sure all of our patients have everything they need for a comfortable stress free stay, I like to make sure they are happy and calm.

Working in an animal related profession is what I've always wanted to do.  After working in pet retail for 17 years, I have realised my heart lies in helping animals that have problems or illnesses, so moving to a Veterinary Practice was perfect for me.

At home, I have a cat called Gypsy who is my little baby.  I also have a corn snake, leopard gecko, gerbil, a tropical fish tank and several tanks of stick insects.

Courtney

Courtney Oliver

Student Veterinary Nurse

Read Courtney Oliver bio

I have always loved being around animals growing up, I have previously worked in two other practices before coming to vets4pets and have experience in a range of different jobs also.
I love the patient care side of my job and spending time with the animals in our care,
I have a cat called Ashton and cocker spaniel called Nyla.
In my spare time I enjoy going for dog walks, horse riding and helping my partner work on his classic mini. 
Anna

Anna Blackstone

VCA

Read Anna Blackstone bio

Hi,

My name is Anna.  I started volunteering with the practice in 2022 along side studying for my Veterinary Care Assistant qualification at college. 

Once I had passed my course, I was offered a full time permanent position working with the team.

I have always loved being around animals and love spending time with the patients in our care.

I have a Boxer dog called Bobby at home.  In my spare time, I enjoy meeting up with friends and horse riding.

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Lauren Gray

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

Read Lauren Gray bio

Hi,

My name is Lauren. I qualified as an RVN in September 24.

I started working at South Shields Vets4Pets in July, I really enjoy inpatient care as well as consulting and getting to meet all of our lovely clients and their pets.

In my free time I play football and have done since I was 8 years old.  

I also have 2 German Shepherds so spend a lot of time out walking them.

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Kay Iddon

Practice Manager & Practice Owner

Postgraduate certificate in Veterinary Business Management

Read Kay Iddon bio

I'm Kay and have been with the team since 2009.  I am the practice manager and one of the practice owners. I have recently completed a postgraduate certificate in Veterinary Business Management  through Liverpool University.  I have a GSD, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Chihuahua and a ferret. At home as well as 2 kids so never a dull moment!  In my spare time I like to.........hang on, I have no spare time! :)

Karen

Karen Edwards

Client Care Advisor

Read Karen Edwards bio

My name is Karen and I work on reception as a client care advisor, I have been working with Vets4Pets South Shields since 2012. What I like about working for Vets4Pets is every day is different which makes it exciting, meeting our clients with their pets and the friendly atmosphere within the practice. I have a daughter called Sophie and a golden retriever called Arlo whom we love dearly. When I'm not at work I love spending time with my friends and family.

Sharon

Sharon

Client Care Advisor

Read Sharon bio

My name is Sharon and I have been with South Shields Vets4Pets since it opened in 2008.  I enjoy working in such a friendly environment and meeting new clients and their pets each day.  Every day is different here which makes it an exciting place to work. I have a rescue cat called Ada who is extra special, we love her dearly and is amazing company.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family.

Suzi

Suzi

Client Care Advisor

Read Suzi bio

Hello my name Suzi, I work on reception as a client care advisor and have worked here since 2013. I enjoy meeting new and existing clients with their pets.

I also like working with a close team of colleagues which support each other. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my son and my two dogs.

I also enjoy socialising with my friends and family. 

Bev

Bev

Senior Client Care Advisor

Read Bev bio

I'm Bev, I work on reception as a Client Care Advisor and have done since 2017. I love my job for many reasons but mainly meeting all the beautiful animals that come through the door, and getting cuddles from them and the great team spirit and support we give to each other. When I'm not at work I love spending time with my dog Betty who loves long walks along the beach.

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Michelle Dixon

Client Care Advisor

Read Michelle Dixon bio

I love spending time outdoors, hiking, climbing hills and open water swimming. I love nothing more than time away in our campervan with family and dog Archie.

At home, I like to dip at the beach with friends.  I have also long had an interest in promoting good mental health and wellbeing, I am a Reiki practitioner.

I am so excited to be working at Vets4Pets as it combines my love of animals and meeting new people.

 

Vets4Pets South Shields is a locally owned small animal practice based at the Nook, we are owned by Veterinary Surgeon Kirstin, RVN Tammie and Practice Manager, Kay.  We are all committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray and ultrasound.  The practice is able to offer a range of Orthopaedic & soft tissue surgery including TPLO and BOAS. We are also happy to accommodate home visits where possible, please speak to a member of the team to discuss your options.

Our priority is your pet's health and welfare. 

The friendly team can't wait to meet all of their new clients and pet's!

The Practice now has a dedicated member of the team who is our chosen cat advocate.  RVN Angela has worked really hard, engaging with the ISFM in order to gain the practice our Silver award cat clinic status. We also have a separate cat waiting room, click here to watch our video and find out more.

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Services

  • Airway Surgery Airway Surgery
    Airway Surgery
  • Anaesthesia Anaesthesia
    General anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.
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  • Biochemistry Biochemistry
    Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
  • Blood Pressure Monitor Blood Pressure Monitor
    Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.

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  • Cardiology Cardiology
    Cardiology
  • Chemotherapy & Cancer Treatment Chemotherapy & Cancer Treatment
    Dogs and cats that receive chemotherapy feel normal the day they are given the drug.
  • Cruciate Surgery Cruciate Surgery
    Surgery to repair damaged stifle ligaments.
  • Dental X-Ray Dental X-Ray
    Unlike humans, dogs need to be under general anesthesia for dental X-rays. Anesthesia is considered to be a safe procedure and will be performed after a general examination. It is tailored to the individual and your dog is continuously monitored during the dental exam.
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  • Dentistry Dentistry
    The treatment and prevention of dental disease
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  • Digital X-Ray Digital X-Ray
    Digital X ray equipment is available.
  • Ear Surgery Ear Surgery
    Ear Surgery service is available to keep your pet free from any infections.
  • ECG ECG
    ECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
  • Echocardiography (heart scans) Echocardiography (heart scans)
    Generates a 2D moving image of your pet's heart.
  • Electrolyte Electrolyte
    Enables the assessment of critical blood chemicals such as sodium and potassium.
  • Exotic Pet Exotic Pet
    Can see a range of patients, from small animals through to reptiles.
  • Fracture Repair Fracture Repair
    Orthopaedic surgery to correct broken bones.
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  • Haematology – Blood testing Haematology – Blood testing
    Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
  • Health Plans Health Plans
    Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
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  • Home Visits 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 Hospital Ward
    Suite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
  • In-house Laboratory In-house Laboratory
    A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
  • Isolation Unit Isolation Unit
    A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
  • Locally Owned Locally Owned
    This practice is locally owned.
  • Medication Medication
    Medication
  • Microchipping Microchipping
    A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
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  • Nurse Clinic Nurse Clinic
    Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
    Find out more
  • Nutritional Advice Nutritional Advice
    Advice and support for your pet's diet.
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  • Oncology Oncology
    Medical care of cancer.
  • Late Opening Times Late Opening Times
    Late Opening Times
  • Operating Theatre Operating Theatre
    An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
  • Orthopaedics Orthopaedics
    Surgery of joints and bones.
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  • Pet Passport / Animal Health Certificate Pet Passport / Animal Health Certificate
    Trained Official Veterinarian vets to issue Pet Passports, Fit to Fly letters and rabies serology tests.
    Find out more
  • Prescriptions Prescriptions
    We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
  • Rabbit Medicine and Testing Rabbit Medicine and Testing
    Rabbit Medicine and Testing
  • Separate Cat & Dog Waiting Areas 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 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.
  • Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery
    Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery
  • Soft Tissue Soft Tissue
    Surgical procedures involving the soft tissues such as ears and skin.
  • Ultrasound Ultrasound
    Generates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
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  • Weight Clinic Weight Clinic
    Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
  • X-Ray X-Ray
    Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
  • X-Ray & Ultrasound X-Ray & Ultrasound
    X-Ray & Ultrasound
  • Cryotherapy Cryotherapy
    Minimally invasive medical procedures that use extreme cold to remove abnormal or diseased tissue.

Our practice prices

We are a locally owned practice and review our prices regularly to ensure we offer our clients the best value for money.

Our team are always happy to discuss pricing and treatment options and provide estimates in advance of any treatment for your pet. Please see below for the prices of our most frequently used services and treatments.

Appointment Price
Vet Consultation £47.50
Written prescription fee £16.50
Re-examination repeat prescription £38.00
Annual booster vaccination £52.00
Puppy full vaccination course £77.50
Spay (Female Dog) From £260.00
Castration (Male Dog) From £215.00

Better for your pet, better for your pocket

Our Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet.

Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details

Appointment Price
Vet Consultation £47.50
Written prescription fee £16.50
Re-examination repeat prescription £38.00
Annual booster vaccination £56.50
Kitten full vaccination course £89.50
Spay (Female Cat) From £122.00
Castration (Male Cat) £93.00

Better for your pet, better for your pocket

Our Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet.

Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details

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Terms and Conditions

For further information on our pricing and details of what each appointment/treatment includes please contact the practice.

All Prices include VAT and are subject to change.

*1 General policy of this practice is to re-examine an animal on a regular basis. Our team will discuss the most appropriate re-examination frequency with you.

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Practice accreditations

  • RCVS accreditation EDITED
  • Small_Animal_Practice
  • Cat Friendly Clinic Logo Silver (1)
  • ISFM

More accredidations

  • Cat Friendly Clinic Logo Silver (1)
  • VetGDP main logo
  • isfm silver 2024 (002)
  • core standards small animal grayscale
  • Cat Accrediation 2024

Offers

Offers

£99 Puppy and Kitten Pack

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10% Discount for Blue Light Card holders

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Health Plans

Health Plan

Complete Care Junior

From £15.99* per month
Expert veterinary care, plus lots of support and tailored advice for your puppy or kitten, in an affordable and convenient way.
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Health Plan

Complete Care

From £9.99* per month
Save over £300† on routine healthcare
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Health Plan

Complete Care Plus

From £19.99* per month
Our most comprehensive plan for dogs and cats
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Health Plans

Flea & Worm Pack

Protect your pet and your pocket!
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Tel: Telephone: 0191 3121664

Standard consultation fees start from £302.50

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