Welcome to Northwest Veterinary Specialists

Exceptional Care, Specialist Expertise


Multi-disciplinary, specialist-led veterinary referral hospital,
providing the highest quality of treatment and holistic care for pets, 365 days a year

We see all TPLO cases within 48 hours*

New Fixed Price - £4,350

About Us

Northwest Veterinary Specialists provides specialist veterinary referral services to veterinary practices in North West England and North & Mid Wales

With all our departments led by veterinary specialists, our multi-disciplinary team and extensive facilities provide a complete service for our patients. From on-site MRI and diagnostic imaging team, to industry-leading operating theatres and recovery areas, we can help your pet return to a fit and active life.

Our specialist referral vets in orthopaedics, oncology, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, neurology and neuro-surgery are supported by specially-trained veterinary nurses, on-site anaesthestists, and physiotherapists.

We’re located just off J12 of the M56 in Sutton Weaver, Cheshire - convenient for travel from North West England, North and Mid Wales and further afield.

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Our Veterinary Services

What we can help you with

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Anaesthesia & Analgesia

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Diagnostic Imaging

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Internal medicine

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Neurology & Neurosurgery

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Nursing

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Oncology

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Orthopaedic Surgery

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Soft Tissue
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Veterinary Physiotherapy

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Testimonials

What our clients say:

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Clare Cawley
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What a breath of fresh air compared to other referrals we have been in the past with previous dogs, made very welcome and put at ease by Amber and all the reception Team, Rory did an amazing job on removing a slipped disc for our Frenchie, Cammila was just amazing as I was struggling to cope with everything going on, all of the staff here are just so lovely and friendly and extremely helpful, we will be eternally grateful for helping our CoCo x
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lesley rumney
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Would highly recommend. Looked after my pet and me at an extremely stressful time.
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harry mcneil
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Northwest veterinary sevices Runcorn was from start to finish was a very pleasant experience, from the welcoming receptionist to my meeting with the vet, everything was explained thoroughly and dates set for future operations. 1st class operation and i have no worries because i know my dog is in very good hands.
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Sam Nicol
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I attended a 2hr first aid for dogs course here this week. Absolutely wonderful. Such a warm welcome, the course was very professional and the staff were lovely. We had a tour of the site which was extremely impressive, certainly an awful lot of money spent on 'state of the art' facilities including MRI, Oncology, ultrasound, multiple operating theatres and treatment rooms. Too much to list. Everyone was friendly and accommodating. They even supplied drinks and a buffet! I would feel very comfortable having my pet treated here.
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Mandy Willow
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Absolutely amazing animal.hospital such friendly staff. The hospital Is immaculate and your little or big one's are under the best Care. Just complete a first aid course which was far far superior to one I did a few years ago with a different local vets. The knowledge is fabulous and informative. Well done every single staff member we met to night from reception, the nurses, customer relations Elliott, the lady offering drinks and more all.made you feel.very welcome. Happy Veterinary nurse month you do a great job and I don't think people realise how much you all do. Thank you.
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Laserme Chester
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5 start service, excellent everyone

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