Farm & Large-Animal Vets near Rotherham

## Summary Hird and Partners Sheffield LLP is a multi-species veterinary practice (small animals, equine and farm animals), with equine work featuring heavily in the written reviews. Owners repeatedly describe “first rate” facilities and a clinic-based approach when needed (one reviewer reports being told their horse would likely need to come into the clinic rather than being assessed on the yard). Several reviews also mention being kept informed through diagnosis and treatment, and that notes sent in advance were read and used during the appointment. One recurring concern is a reported phone interaction around a lameness appointment that felt confusing and “money-focused” to the client. ## Services - **Equine diagnostics and treatment** are frequently referenced in reviews, including: - **Lameness assessment** (requested by an owner; the clinic suggested the horse may need to be seen in-clinic rather than on-yard). - **X-rays** (mentioned in the context of confirming a diagnosis). - **Scoping day** (one owner attended and described the process as smooth and low-stress). - Investigation/diagnosis of **kissing spine**, reported as identified clinically and confirmed by X-ray. - **Emergency care**: the website states that emergency contact numbers are provided for pets and for equine/farm animals. ## People - **Alexis (vet)**: mentioned multiple times for clear explanations and apparent preparation (one owner says notes sent before the appointment had been read; another says she explained everything clearly). Also credited in one review with recognising signs of kissing spine and confirming it with X-ray. - **Ellie**: praised alongside Alexis for how the owner was kept involved and informed throughout diagnosis and treatment. - **Becky**: mentioned as leading the visit with “her team,” described as kind and considerate during a horse appointment. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 58 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Multiple owners highlight **communication and involvement**: being kept informed during diagnosis/treatment, and clinicians explaining findings clearly. - **Facilities and process** are noted: “first rate” facilities; a “super clean” environment; a scoping day described as smooth and stress-free. - **Equine diagnostic work** is specifically mentioned (lameness concerns, X-rays, kissing spine diagnosis/confirmation). - A contrasting theme appears in two 1-star reviews: a **problematic pre-appointment phone call** (assumptions about what the client wanted, and a suggestion that little could be done on-yard), followed by a cancellation where the client felt the response lacked concern and seemed focused on money rather than the horse.