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Vets for Pets Leeds Colton

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We would like to extend a warm welcome from our family-run veterinary practice to you, your pets, and your family. We are an RCVS accredited General Practice.

We are very pleased to be given the opportunity to assist you with any advice, support and veterinary treatment that your pets may require and we hope to build a long and valuable relationship with you and your pets. Although we are here to provide care to sick and injured pets, we would like to emphasise that we see keeping healthy pets healthy, as an equally, if not more, important role as a veterinary practice. Whether it be your pet’s routine vaccinations, check-ups and medication reviews or supporting yourself and beloved pet through a difficult time. Our friendly, knowledgeable team have a wealth of experience with over 60 years’ experience within the team. We aim to provide consistency and reliability to our patients and clients to make your experience with us leave a lasting impression of care, dedication and passion for what we do. We present a modern, air-conditioned, clean and well equipped practice along with a range of services to offer such as our surgical theatre, in house laboratory and cytology, X-ray, ultrasound and top of the range anaesthetic monitoring equipment. The patients we have the pleasure of taking care of during their day-time hospitalisation have a secure and spacious area to feel safe in. We have separate dog, cat and exotic wards and our generous reception allows animals of all species and sizes to feel comfortable as a result of our separate dog and cat waiting areas. We are an accredited ISFM cat friendly, RWAF rabbit friendly and Dogs Trust Dog friendly practice and we pride ourselves for our patience, adaptability and empathy with our patients. We treat each and every animal in our care as one of our own. We understand each individual has their needs and we value their boundaries and are able to adapt protocols to suit individual patients. Our incredible team are utilised for their strengths and qualifications; we provide a variety of specialist consultations and procedures from dermatology referrals to BOAS surgery for our brachycephalic family members. This is a four-yearly accreditation scheme where the practice and its protocols are rigorously inspected to make sure we are delivering exceptional care to our patients and investing in our team. Our outcome in the latest inspection was excellent. We are an RCVS accredited teaching practice for both aspiring veterinary surgeons and nurses and have strong links with both local training colleges and veterinary universities alike. Our practice assures all staff are given adequate training for their role along with offers of more extensive training to develop their knowledge further. We keep up to date with latest regulations, studies and protocols to allow us to provide the most modern and current medical and surgical care possible. Where cases lie outside of our capabilities we are have to refer to local referral centres where we have built up strong links with their teams to deliver continued exceptional care. Although the delivery of high quality veterinary care can be costly, we endeavour to maintain reasonable and competitive prices. We are able to adapt treatment options to suit budgets and desires and will happily talk you through our pet care plan options to assist you in saving money where possible. For costs that lie outside of these we strongly believe in pet insurance and can guide you to the best information in this matter. We are very proud of our family-run and owned practice that opened in January 2018 and we hope it is apparent from your first visit or phone call to our clinic how highly we value our relationships with both owners and their pets, and the high standards of quality care that our patients receive. Our gold accredited flexible working practice is purpose-built to provide state of the art veterinary care for your pets. Appointments with veterinary surgeons and nurses are available throughout the day for your convenience and we endeavour to keep these running to time. Outside of our normal working hours our clients have access to a dedicated veterinary emergency service which is continually manned by both veterinary surgeons and nurses. Our consulting times:
Mon - Fri - 09:00-19:00
Sat - 10:00-17:00
Sun - 11:00-16:00

Consultations by appointment only during these times. In case of an emergency please ring first for further advice and to allow the team to prepare. An additional weekend surcharge of £41 will apply to unregistered clients. This will be taken over the phone to secure the appointment. Please text our WhatsApp on 07360 271108 for none urgent enquiries such as ordering medications and parasite prevention, booking none-urgent appointments, and sharing other information. Please be aware this is NOT an emergency service and reply times may vary. We will aim to respond to your message within 72 hours. If your request is urgent, please call the team directly on 0113 390 9093. Outside of normal consulting hours, veterinary care can be accessed through Leeds Birstall Vets4Pets, WF17 9AD, on 01924 441144. If you are interested in a brief tour of the practice please ask any of our colleagues who will be happy to organise this for you. We look forward to taking care of your pets!

22/10/2026

‼️ARE YOU MISSING A BLACK AND WHITE CAT?‼️

We have had a black and white male cat brought into the practice today, he does not have a microchip. He was found near Allerton Bywater. If you think this is your cat please contact us on 01133909093. Proof of ownership will be required. 🐱

21/10/2026

⚠️Let’s talk about emergency appointments …

Don’t panic if your pet presents with these symptoms, give us a call on 01133909093 and press number 1 for emergency appointments 🚨

Calling us beforehand gives the team chance to prepare for your pets arrival 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

If you don’t think your appointment is an emergency, press number 4 after calling 01133909093. Our lovely reception team will get you booked in. 🐱🐶🐰

‼️Male cat struggling to urinate
If your cat is straining to urinate, passing only small amounts, or unable to pass urine this could indicate a blockage. This is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate veterinary attention. Do not wait to see if it improves.

‼️Toxin ingestion
If you suspect your pet has eaten, licked or been exposed to something poisonous, contact your vet immediately, even if they appear well. Do not try to make your pet vomit at home. Bring the packaging or details of the substance if possible.

‼️Swollen tummy in a deep-chested dog
A suddenly swollen abdomen, especially alongside restlessness, drooling, retching without bringing anything up or difficulty breathing can be a life threatening emergency.

‼️Rabbit not eating
Rabbits need to eat regularly to maintain a healthy digestive system. If your rabbit stops eating or producing droppings, it may indicate gastrointestinal stasis or another serious problem. Contact your vet urgently rather than waiting until the next day.

‼️Cat breathing with its mouth open
Open-mouth breathing in cats is abnormal and can indicate severe respiratory distress. Keep your cat calm, minimise handling and seek emergency veterinary care.

‼️Sudden collapse
Sudden collapse, loss of consciousness or an inability to stand can indicate a serious underlying problem.

26/09/2026

‼️Sad post‼️

We’ve had a female domestic short hair cat brought into the practice after being hit by a car, unfortunately she didn’t make it. She is black and has a white chest, paws, face markings and tail tip.

No microchip and unsure of neutering status.

Found on Barnsdale Road in Methley.

Please give us a call on 0113 3909093 if you think this may be your cat. 🌈

19/09/2026

REUNITED 🎉

‼️FOUND‼️

Female, all black, cockapoo.

Found in Timeless Estate, Seacroft by the Asda in Killingbeck.

Please share and help us find her owners. Proof of ownership needed!

Thankyou!

17/09/2026

‼️ HEAR YE, HEAR YE! ‼️

Good folk and noble visitors of our veterinary establishment.

Be it known that works upon the car park shall commence on Monday, the 21st day of September, and are expected to continue for approximately one full lunar cycle (28 days)

The works shall be undertaken section by section, in an effort to keep disruption to our good patrons and their trusty steeds to a minimum.

We humbly beseech thee for patience and understanding whilst these improvements are carried out.

We thank thee kindly for thy patience! 🏰🐴

13/08/2026

MEET THE TEAM 🐾🩺

Name: Leesh
Role: Receptionist
With us since: 2022
Pets: Koffiee and Mischa 🐱🐱
One word the team would use to describe them: Supportive
Favourite ares of their job: Building relationships with clients

KEEP WATCHING OUT TO SEE WHOS NEXT 🤓

31/07/2026

MEET THE TEAM 🩺🐾

Name: Tia
Role: Student Veterinary Nurse
With us since: 2022
Pets: Papi, Stormi and Kuromi 🐕🐕🐕
One word the team would use to describe them: Dependable
Favourite area of veterinary medicine: Medical

Guess who’ll be next. 🧐

25/07/2026

MEET THE TEAM 🩺🐾

Name: Em (Lem)
Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse
With us since: 2021
Pets: Rasmus and Arthur 🐱🐱
One word the team would use to describe them: Magical
Favourite area of veterinary medicine: Inpatient Nursing or Consultations

Next up……

23/07/2026

🌾 Grass Seed Season is Here – Stay Alert! 🐶🐾

Grass seeds may be tiny, but they can cause some very painful problems for our pets.

These sharp little seeds don’t just get stuck in ears—they can also work their way in-between your dog’s toes, under their armpits, into their eyes, nose, and even through the skin. Once they start migrating, they can lead to painful infections, abscesses which may require sedation or even surgery to remove.

⚠️ Signs to look out for:

👂 Ears:
• Sudden, excessive head shaking
• Scratching or pawing at the ear
• Holding their head to one side
• Crying out when the ear is touched

🐾 Paws:
• Excessive licking or chewing at a foot
• Limping
• Swelling or redness between the toes

💚 Other areas:
• Swelling or painful lumps under the armpits or elsewhere on the body
• Sneezing repeatedly or nasal discharge (if inhaled)
• Squinting, excessive tearing or rubbing at the eye

🌿 Help prevent grass seed problems by:
✔️ Checking your dog’s ears, paws, armpits and coat after every walk.
✔️ Gently spreading the toes apart to look for trapped grass seeds.
✔️ Keeping the hair between the paws and around the ears neatly trimmed if appropriate for your dog’s breed.
✔️ Avoiding long, dry grass where possible during grass seed season.

If you think your dog has picked up a grass seed, don’t wait to see if it improves. Grass seeds won’t work their way back out on their own and can quickly cause serious problems. Contact the practice as soon as possible so we can examine your pet and remove the grass seed before it causes further damage.

A quick check after every adventure can make all the difference! 🐾💚

18/07/2026

🐾 Greedy little Fritz! 🐾

Little Fritz recently paid us a visit after deciding one cat lollipop treat just wasn’t enough… He stole the entire thing and swallowed it stick and all! 😳

Thankfully, his owners acted quickly and brought him straight to the practice. Our vet, Inka, was able to put her favourite piece of equipment, the endoscope, to work. Safely retrieving the stick from Fritz’s stomach without the need for surgery.

Thanks to his owners’ prompt action and the use of the endoscopy, Fritz avoided invasive abdominal surgery and the serious complications that can come with an intestinal blockage. He recovered brilliantly and is now back to his mischievous self; although we think his treats will be a little more carefully supervised from now on! 💙

⚠️🚨PSA: Always supervise your pets when they’re enjoying treats, especially those with sticks or other parts that could be swallowed. If you think your pet has eaten something they shouldn’t, contact your veterinary practice as soon as possible.

25/02/2024

When Kelly from our Colton store's Pets Grooming salon discovered a lump on the tail of nine-year-old Rufus she suspected something wasn't right, so alerted his owners Les and Andrea so they could get it checked out. They brought him to Vets for Pets Leeds Colton where it was confirmed he had a cancerous tumour which needed surgery.

Les, who adopted Rufus from Dogs Trust in Leeds as a puppy, said: “Rufus is such a big part of our life; we’re absolutely besotted with him. We probably wouldn’t have noticed the lump if not at the groomers as the tail isn’t somewhere you would usually stroke and feel. Kelly loves Rufus and really looks after him, so we want to say a big thanks for spotting it. Who'd have known what would have happened if she hadn’t noticed.”

Rufus had to have his tail removed, but is now making a good recovery. He's been visiting Kelly for a groom every six weeks for the last three years. She said: “You get to know everything about a dog as you groom them. I’ve discovered similar things before on other dogs so I mentioned it to the owners so they could get it checked out. Dogs are my life and you do worry; I’m so pleased they caught it. Now he’s got a fully docked tail like a little bunny rabbit. It’s lovely and suits him – when he gets washed he wiggles his bum.”

21/02/2024

Arthur's owner Louise says he "looked like a brand-new tortoise" after having his beak filed at Sutton in Ashfield Vets4Pets.

Louise adopted the four-year-old Horsefield Tortoise from a family member in October. Although she has had other pets, Arthur is her first tortoise, so she has been doing some research on how to best care for him.

Louise said: "I noticed Arthur's beak was unusually long, so I brought him in to Vets for Pets; I bring all my pets there. When he came out, I thought 'you beautiful boy, look at you – you look so handsome!"

Vet Steph, who looked after Arthur, says that tortoise beaks continuously grow and normally grind down themselves while they're eating. She said: "Arthur needed a little help as his jaw isn't perfectly aligned; his lower jaw is further out than his top jaw, so I filed it around half a centimetre. He was really good; a real cutie."

18/02/2024

Owner Claire says she couldn't be more grateful to Vets4Pets Hamilton after their quick diagnosis saved the sight of six-year-old Alba.

Claire knew there was something terribly wrong with her miniature dachshund cross when she called her in from the back garden last summer and Alba ran headfirst into a closed patio door. She rushed her to the vets, where investigations led the team to diagnose her with uveitis – an eye condition which causes inflammation of the middle layer of the eye.

Claire said: "It all happened so suddenly; Alba must have heard my voice and guessed where to go. It was quite scary seeing how bad she was. We couldn't be more grateful for the team in Hamilton spotting the uveitis as quickly as they did, otherwise Alba would have gone blind within a matter of days. Their knowledge saved Alba's sight. I still can't believe it happened. It's taken months of treatments, but it's such a relief to have our girl back to being her funny, bossy self."

Vet Neil, one of the team who treated Alba, said: "Alba's pupil was really narrow and wouldn't respond to light properly, which can be a sign of uveitis. Once we had ruled out other conditions, we were able to get her to an eye specialist for ongoing treatment. She's now doing really well."

16/02/2024

Ducky's owner Antonia was in a state of panic when she saw a fox had dug its way into the field where she keeps him – killing two of her other ducks and chickens.

Antonia was about to move her brood into their pen for the evening when she saw what had happened and noticed that Ducky had severe bite wounds under his wing. She rushed him to Vets4Pets Vets Milton Keynes for emergency surgery – and after having his wound stitched up the one-year-old duck is now making a good recovery.

Antonia said: "I was so worried. You don’t often hear of ducks recovering from fox attacks, but there is something about Ducky and the way he was so brave. I'm sure he was protecting a lady duck, as he's a bit of a romantic. It's the first time we've gone to Vets for Pets, and the team were amazing; they've done an incredible job."

Vet Becca, who treated Ducky, said: "He's a really lucky duck, as it was quite a big wound. When he first came in, he was understandably subdued and quiet but when he came back for his stitches to be taken out, he wanted to explore and tuck his head into everyone’s shoulders."

07/02/2024

Well done to the team at Vets4Pets Guildford who've been awarded a silver level certificate for being a rabbit-friendly clinic.

After head veterinary nurse Ella noticed that more customers were bringing in rabbits the practice took a series of steps to give them as stress-free an experience as possible. Ella, who also fosters rescue dogs in her spare time, said: "There was a long list of things that we needed to prove that we did from making sure the rabbits are kept separate from other animals and not booked in at the same time as barking dogs, to providing heated kennels for those who need to stay in, and using special equipment made especially for rabbits."

Practice manager Kevin said: "All of our vets have plenty of experience with rabbits we have some real rabbit geeks here, so it was a big thing to us. There are so many good people in this world and I'm so proud to be around them."

28/01/2024

Beautiful Bear was born deaf, so he's learned to follow his owner Lisa's visual commands.

Lisa, who shops at our Tamworth store – "it's my second home!" – got two-year-old Bear as a kitten and suspected he was deaf when he didn't respond to her voice. She had it confirmed by her vet soon after. She said: "He was very scatty, and scared of people he didn’t recognise. He wasn’t bothered by loud noises like my other cat Emily and when I came home from work he wouldn’t hear the door open.

"He's doing really well though. I try to do some sign language with him – I point at him and do a solid hand sign at him to stop. He picks up on vibrations and scents too. He meows, making a really loud chirping sound which I’ve never heard a cat do before, and he’s always rubbing his head against my legs and following me everywhere. I was advised not to let him out because he wouldn’t hear cars or other dangers, so he comes outside with me every morning to have a sniff around the garden and always comes straight back in." Bear and Lisa's other cat Emily are on Instagram as

27/01/2024

Ten-year-old Dutch rabbit Alfie has been visiting vet Kate at Vets4pets Wolverhampton for dental treatment for the last eight years – and she says he's such a loveable character that he's become "part of the family".

He's one of the oldest rabbits treated by Kate and the team, and she says his longevity is down to the care and love he gets from his owner Tracy and her family. Kate said: "Alfie is famous in this practice – everyone knows him. We and his family are dedicated to making sure her little old man is happy. The beautiful thing about being a vet or vet nurse is you build these relationships with the owners and their pets – they become your surrogate pets."

Tracy's been keeping rabbits all her life, and says that having space and routine is key. She said: "Alfie is an old man now and has a routine. He goes into a hutch at night and is let out in the morning. He's out all day and has his favourite spots in the house. We clean him out every day and give him a lot of attention. When he was younger he would follow us around; if I was clearing a cupboard out he would be in the cupboard to help. Now he's old and wants to be warm and watch instead. I can't thank Kate and the practice enough. Kate's been fantastic with him."

26/01/2024

Eight-year-old Winnie the Schnauzer cross is running around like a puppy again thanks to laser treatment and physiotherapy after two successful knee operations at Vets for Pets Basildon.

Worried owner Tracy brought Winnie in to the practice after she collapsed on a walk last year – and the team discovered the cruciate ligament in a knee had ruptured. She’s since had ops on two knees and is on a recovery plan led by vet physiotherapist Izzy.

Tracy said: "Winnie has had a tough year with 15 teeth removed, two cruciate ligament operations and two bouts of pancreatitis but thankfully she's hardy. She’s treated fabulously at the Basildon practice. Izzy is great with her – she totally relaxes in her hands and does little snores with her eyes open. Winnie has a new lease of life again and is running around like a puppy."

Izzy said: "When pets have surgery or injure themselves they move differently which causes them to be sore in other places. Winnie has laser therapy then a massage to help the healing process. Laser treatment is a specialist service that not enough people know about – it can help in so many ways after an operation.”

19/01/2024

The team at Vets4Pets Cramlington say greyhound Frank was "an absolute gentleman" when he came in for some dental work.

Seven-year-old Frank was brought in by owner Harriet to get rid of some plaque which had built up and to treat a gum inflammation. Veterinary nurse Vicki said: "Frank was a very good boy and left with clean, fresh and sparkly teeth. It's so very important to get your dog's teeth checked and we advise pets to have an annual dental check. Eighty per cent of dogs over the age of three have dental disease. Prevention is much better than cure and regular checks and routine cleaning keep your pet's mouth healthier for longer and can help to prevent extensive extractions later in life. We are always happy to offer advice on maintenance and dental care at home such as teeth brushing or dental supplements."

18/01/2024

Veterinary nurse Mel from Vets4Pets Bristol Longwell Green loves cats so much she's helped the practice make a number of improvements to give cats as stress-free an experience as possible when they're brought in.

Mel, who has an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour for Veterinary Professionals, helped introduce facilities like a separate feline waiting area and cattery and the use of quiet clippers – and the practice now has a silver level certificate for being a cat-friendly clinic. She said: "I love dogs but I'm really a cat person. Cats can be misunderstood which can lead to them having quite a stressful life, so if we can make things easier for them and help people understand what cats need then everyone will be happier.

"As animal lovers there's always more to learn and understand about what makes them happy. Enrichment at the home is important for a happy cat – and as cats are naturally solitary animals if you live in a multi-cat household it's important to understand what they need. The rule is to have a resource per cat, plus one spare. So if you have two cats you should have three feeding stations, three litter trays and three scratch posts spread around the house so they have the opportunity to move around to wherever they want to go. Scratching is as natural a thing for cats to do as going out hunting is, so if they're unable to go out it's about providing the chance for them to behave as naturally as possible."

Address

Colton Retail Centre, Selby Road
Leeds
LS159JB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm
Sunday	10:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441133909093

Website

http://www.vets4pets.com/leeds-colton/?utm_source=FB&utm_medium=Yext&y_source=1_MjkyNTE3NDEtNTU5LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%

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