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Donaldson’s Vets are the only Independently owned Veterinary Group in Huddersfield.
That means that the practice is owned by many of the Vets who work in the practice. We care passionately about looking after your animals, be they a cat, dog, horse, lizard, sheep, budgie or cow. We pride ourselves on providing ‘Total Care’ for your pets and are here to help you with all aspects of pet ownership.
We combine truly cutting-edge training, facilities, equipment and premises with good old fashioned personal care.
The team at Donaldson’s Vets are available 24 hours-a-day to provide great customer service to you and top quality care to your animals.
Statement to clients regarding Covid 19
Here at Donaldson’s Vets we are committed to reducing the spread of Covid 19, protecting our staff and clients, and hopefully reducing demand on our fabulous NHS.
To do this we will respectfully request all our clients attending our practices to follow government guidelines and the guidance of our staff:
- Maintain social distancing measures
- Wear face masks (unless exempt)
- Use the hand gel supplied
- Always call the practice before attending.
- Payment by card wherever possible
If you have Covid 19, recently recovered or have previously been shielding please discuss this with our receptionists when you make an appointment.
If your pet needs urgent treatment, you will be asked to come to our dedicated Veterinary Hospital at Somerset Road where we have superb facilities and staff ready, 24/7. You will also be advised on biosecurity measures to follow on arrival. We will make sure you are as safe as possible while at the same time making sure your pet receives care.
As a Veterinary practice we have a huge responsibility to protect animal health and welfare and support the farming sector in keeping delivering food to the nation whilst safeguarding public health and under guidance from our professional governing bodies we must act responsibly to prioritise services and maintain this difficult balance.
Farm animal work essential to the maintenance of the food chain will continue as normal with increased biosecurity precautions. Please do not be offended when our staff do not shake hands or enter your home and maintain a safe distance from others. Please make sure only one person is present when the vet arrives if at all possible, and if you are ill or self-isolating, please stay inside and ask someone else to be present and discuss by telephone with the vet if necessary.
If your horse is unwell or injured, telephone the surgery as normal to discuss the situation. If it is necessary, a vet will visit to treat your horse. Please also observe increased biosecurity measures and make sure only one person is present. If you are ill or self-isolating, please arrange for someone else to be there when the vet attends your horse.
We all face a period of unprecedented challenge, but the team at Donaldson’s Vets want to reassure you that we will continue to be here for you and your animals, and together we will keep our patients safe. We thank you for your continued understanding.
What our clients say about us…
We have experienced nothing less than incredible care and compassion and a service second to none over the last 7 months from when our cat Smudge was rushed in for an emergency operation to all the follow-ups. All the staff have been wonderful and I’d like to say an especially heart-felt thank you to Vet Kat Arnold who has been exceptional in every way. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Donaldson’s Vets, we couldn’t have wished for better care, they have gone above and beyond. Thank you 
Domestic
With 6 clinics spread across Huddersfield, Mirfield and South Halifax, friendly pet care is never far away
Equine
Our Equine Vets are on hand round the clock to see to your horses’ needs
Farm
Our experienced farm team are on hand 24 hours, 365 days a year to care for farmers throughout Kirklees and beyond
Exotic
Our Exotic Vets have a wealth of experience in dealing with your more unusual pet
