Tameside Veterinary Clinic

I have been with this vets for 4 years and in these years my dog has been to the vets for procedures on multiple occasions, with Rory (orthopaedic vet) commenting on how well behaved my dog was even after the traumatic surgery he had. Unfortunately, when the XL bully ban came in, we had to exempt our due to falling into the 'bully type'. After this, the vets attitude and behaviour changed towards my dog even though there was previous personal experience of how well behaved my dog was amongst all the staff - vets, nurses and receptionist. They changed his breed on their system without informing me (which legally they are not allowed to do) and was only for me noticing this which is why it was then changed back. My dog had to be neutered and after having my dog previously in for multiple procedures, I knew the routine. This time, due to him being a 'banned breed', he was now sedated in the room which was very traumatic for myself as they gave him the injection then immediately left the room for myself and my husband to guide our dog to the floor and sit with him until they decided to return. It then took 4 staff members to drag him into the back, again very distressing for myself as this is not how they have treated him before - nor required to do this as he is not an aggressive dog. When questioned about this, the Vet assistant continued to repeat 'thats the way it is now' and couldn't fully explain why this was the case. He had his muzzle kept on throughout, even when caged and was even fed through this as he returned back to me having food covering the muzzle and all around his snout. After this situation, I did speak to management who explained I should have been informed about the new procedure. She states that all banned breeds will be treated the same and although he's never shown aggression before, they have to treat him like he has. I feel as a Vets surgery - people who should be promoting animal rights, they are failing. Tameside vets are blanketing all 'bully type' dogs as the same. Their procedure is not the law, it is a Surgery specific protocol. Now having gone to another Vets, I can safely say they do not blank the 'type' and allow him to take him muzzle off when in the back as they have personal experience that he is not an aggressive dog. Prior to moving to my new vets, I had other issues with the Tameside Droylsden vets trying to get more money from myself following the renewal of his annual injections. Not giving correct advice that as per their protocol the injections need to be 6 weeks apart to the day and no room for a day either side. However, the manufacturer of the injections allow up to 12 week gap. They tried to make restart the annual injections again. More I also rang to get a estimate of how much it would cost for an X-ray (the problem was explained to the staff member), to be told that they will not give me an estimate as he has not been seen in less than 6 months and therefore needed to be seen first. This I do understand as I wouldn't expect them to send me for an X-ray without a consultation however they would not even provide me with a quote. Over the last 4 years, this surgery has become worse and worse. Prices are extortionate which wouldn't be half as bad if they treated the animals correctly, which unfortunately from my experience has been very poor, especially in more recent years.

As always James treated Flash as if she was his own dog, she has no fear of going to the vets and is always pleased to see James and treated very well. The staff are very polite and helpful. I would highly recommend this vet.

Such a warm and friendly experience- as first time puppy owners they have been such a great support for us and our Puppy. Would definitely recommend them.

Tameside Vets Droylsden are amazing. We are always given a warm welcome when we arrive. We have 3 furbabies (Cats) and each appointment for health checks and annual vaccination’s go smoothly due to the lovely attention the vet gives to each of them, making the cats as well as myself feel at ease. Thank you.

Great practice. Recently fit us in same day for a check up as part of my pet plan. There's a helpful choice of four clinics. Thorough assessment. Clinic runs on time. Could be improved with reminders about included pet plan services and more transparency about costs (x-ray and dental) on the website.

Excellent service and vet thorough and very caring. Made at ease which is always good for my wife. Cat 🐈‍⬛ has lost some weight which is a worry so back in 4 weeks The cat 🐈‍⬛ is my wife’s surrogate baby and is very fond of him. I would highly recommend the vet for your cat, dog etc.

Teddy had a routine operation, everything from start to finish was excellent. Customer service brilliant and the care for my pet was first class. Everything explained and double checked my understanding. Thank you

I have used Tameside vet for a number of years and would happily recommend them. The receptionist are very helpful and I always ask for the same vet when I need to make an appointment. I have a nervous dog and the vet is so patient with him.

At first it was hard to find but my sister has a modern car that told us how to get there. The vets was very clean and bright, the front desk staff were lovely and friendly and helpful efficient professional people who have intuition and use it well. The Veterinary Doctor was a good looking guy who was constantly smiling (I have never seen anyone smile when working before) he kneeled down to say hello to my puppy and her tail was wagging as usual and she jumped up and gave him a hug and he thanked her for the cuddles! She didn't seem to mind much when he gave her the first injection and microchip, whereas I was a little weary because she's only a baby and I know that it is uncomfortable plus I got that stuff shot up her nose and, especially the microchip but she didn't even whimper when he was doing it and I worried that it might hurt and her reaction could have been to bite so I covered her mouth with my hands very gently reassuring her she'll be OK but I really didn't need to do that because the Vet was very gentle with her and she must have known she was in a safe place. He seemed very smitten by my puppy and I even told him that I had never seen anyone smiling like he was in their job before. I think this man really enjoys his job and animals are obvious passion for him. The Vetinarian was extremely pleasant and professional and efficient in his knowledge and experience and I asked him several questions that I was concerned about because an American Bull Terrier puppy is very different from my normal Jack Russell puppy experience and he really put my mind on the matter to ease. He seemed like a very pleasant person who enjoys his vocation and the irony is that my puppy is able to get quality care and I can call Tameside Vets in Droylsden in an emergency and they will help (I'm assuming they have emergency numbers) and I can't get a flipping appointment to see a GP let alone quality care with a smile 😁. All in all I give them ten out of ten and I will be taking my puppy to them for the rest of her life and health needs, should she have any. My only thing that has annoyed me is they have spelled my surname wrong. So this four week insurance thing I got for free would not have helped should anything had happened to my puppy as the insurance cover is void because my name on record is wrong to my actual name. So the insurance wouldn't have paid out had anything happened.

We’ve been using this vets now since we adopted our dog 10 years ago . It’s however only recently that we have needed them so much. Their care for animals is amazing. How helpful they are and understanding. The colleagues on reception are always helpful. Every vet we’ve seen have always given us great advice and nothing is a shock.