Similar to the pet equivalent of A&E, Vets Now Manchester has become a vital lifeline for pet owners, providing essential 24/7 emergency and intensive care in addition to routine referral services, including cardiology and orthopaedic surgery, for Greater Manchester’s estimated 1.5million* pet population.
From life-saving surgeries to advanced diagnostics, the team at Vets Now Manchester has handled a wide variety of challenging and life-saving cases, including:
Saving 2,586 poisoned dogs through expert interventionConducting 1,500 CT scans to diagnose complex conditionsPerforming 239 cruciate ligament surgeries to restore mobilityTreating 414 fractures, helping pets recover from serious injuries.
Manchester’s pet community
Since opening, the hospital has treated 40,033 dogs, 15,180 cats, and 1,440 rabbits, with vomiting, lameness, lethargy, traumatic injuries, and wounds being the most common complaints. Among the many pets treated, some names stand out as firm favourites. The most popular dog names include Bella, Poppy, Luna, and Alfie, while Luna, Bella, Simba, and Milo top the list for cats.
The most common reasons pets visit Vets Now Manchester include:
- Vomiting: 4,196 cases
- Gait abnormality/lameness: 3,325 cases
- Lethargy: 2,771 cases
- Traumatic episodes: 2,195 cases
- Wounds: 1,915 cases
Simon Hagley, veterinary surgeon and Emergency and Critical Care specialist at Vets Now Manchester said: “Over the past eight years, Vets Now Manchester has been proud to serve our community by providing life-saving care to beloved pets. Every case tells a story, and we’re proud to have played a role in so many happy outcomes. Thank you to our dedicated team, and to every pet owner who has trusted us to care for their furry family members.”
Bruce’s Remarkable Recovery
Among the thousands of patients treated is Bruce, a four-year-old border collie who recently developed tetanus, a rare and life-threatening condition affecting the nervous system. After being diagnosed by his own vet, Bruce was referred to Vets Now Manchester for intensive round-the-clock care.
During his two-week stay, Bruce had a feeding tube and urinary catheter placed alongside a central line for long term administration of sedatives, muscle relaxants and fluid therapy. Bruce received hourly seizure and neurological checks as well as comprehensive physiotherapy and recumbency care.
Bruce’s owner, Sonja Junge, said: "Thanks to the tireless dedication of the hospital team, Bruce has made a remarkable recovery and is now back home with us, continuing his journey to full health.
"Bruce’s case is a testament to the hospital’s commitment to saving lives, no matter how complex or demanding the treatment and we are forever grateful to them."
Looking ahead:
The Manchester hospital is currently prepping as it heads into its busiest time of year.
Around a third of UK pet owners will experience some kind of emergency this festive season, with the Manchester hospital seeing 448 cases over last Christmas, 111% higher than the usual caseload.
From pets devouring mince pies to injuries from tinsel or fairy lights, the festive season brings an influx of unexpected, and even fatal, emergencies.
Vets Now Hospital Manchester, open 24/7, is located at 98 Bury Old Rd, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 6TQ. For more information about the Vets Now hospital in Manchester visit www.vets-now.com/find-an-emergency-vet/manchester/ for further details about Vets Now visit www.vets-now.com.
Top 10 Dog Names presenting at Vets Now Manchester over the past 8 years:
- Bella: 713
- Poppy: 508
- Luna: 467
- Alfie: 442
- Lola: 417
- Charlie: 416
- Teddy: 403
- Daisy: 398
- Milo: 379
- Max: 376
Top 10 Cat Names presenting at Vets Now Manchester over the past 8 years:
- Luna: 165
- Bella: 127
- Simba: 126
- Milo: 123
- Charlie: 122
- George: 97
- Oscar: 93
- Poppy: 92
- Alfie: 92
- Leo: 92
*Source: The estimated number of pets in Greater Manchester can be derived based on national data for the UK. According to the Pet Food Manufacturers' Association (PFMA) and other surveys, the UK pet population includes 10.6 million dogs, 10.8 million cats, and millions of other pets in 51% of UK households. Extrapolating this to Greater Manchester's 1.4 million households, it suggests a pet population in the region of 1.8 to 2.2 million pets.