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Valley Vetcare

#1 Vet in Rochdale, Greater Manchester

4.6
Independent Clinic

Valley Vetcare – Vets in Rochdale

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Clinic Overview

Valley Vetcare is set up for both routine care and urgent problems (emergency veterinary services are listed), with reviews repeatedly describing longer, unrushed appointments and a focus on keeping pets calm. Owners give concrete examples such as staff using treats and distraction during injections for a large dog, and vets helping nervous cats feel settled during vaccinations and checks. The practice is also mentioned for compassionate end-of-life support, including a condolence card and returning ashes alongside keepsakes (paw prints and a small vial of fur). Pricing comes up in mixed terms: one reviewer found vaccinations “quite high” versus a previous vet, while others say the monthly plans are “great value for money.”

Services

  • Emergency veterinary services (as listed in clinic service information).
  • Routine appointments mentioned in reviews: vaccinations/injections and check-ups.
  • Monthly pet plans (owners mention multiple cats being “on the plan” and describe monthly plans as good value, but inclusions aren’t specified in the available text).
  • Advice and support outside appointments: one owner notes being able to ring with queries/for advice.
  • Ongoing condition management: owners describe “solid plan” continuity of care for longer-term issues.
  • Dental/oral issue support: a vet recommendation that improved a cat’s sore gums within days (specific treatment not named).
  • End-of-life care and aftercare: sympathetic phone call, condolence card, and return of collar and ashes; keepsakes (paw prints and fur vial) are mentioned.

People

  • Vince (vet): repeatedly named for continuity of care over time; owners describe him handling ongoing conditions and being particularly good at settling unsettled dogs with attention and reassurance.
  • Sarah (vet): described as professional, informative, and good at explaining and advising during a dog’s appointment; multiple owners mention she helped keep pets comfortable and reassured.
  • Emma King (vet): singled out for handling nervous cats well during vaccinations and for recommending something that eased a cat’s sore gums quickly.
  • Richard and Helen: named positively by an owner who says they “go above and beyond” (roles not specified in the reviews).
  • Reception and nursing team: frequently mentioned for being friendly and helping owners feel at ease; also noted as efficient and supportive when owners call with questions.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.6 stars from 133 reviews. “”

  • Calmer handling during procedures is a recurring detail (treats/distraction during injections; extra care for nervous cats).
  • Owners value time spent in appointments and not feeling rushed.
  • Strong continuity of care is mentioned, especially for pets with ongoing conditions, with clear plans discussed.
  • End-of-life support stands out in one detailed account: kindness on the phone, a condolence card, and thoughtful keepsakes returned with ashes.
  • Cost signals are mixed: one owner found vaccination pricing high compared to a previous practice, while others describe the monthly plans as good value.

Special Services

Emergency Services

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