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Aldgate Vets is a proudly independent veterinary practice with surgeries in the East Yorkshire towns of Driffield and Bridlington.

Driffield Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri - 8am-6pm
Sat - 8am-1pm
Sun - Closed

Bridlington Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri - 8am-8pm
Sat - 8am-6pm
Sun - 8am-6pm

Driffield: (01377) 252087
Bridlington: (01262) 677269 We evolved from the first two veterinary practices established in Driffield, both with roots going back to the 1940s. Since then we have grown into a two-centre practice with 21 vets within the 60 people team across both sites. Our vets can also be found out on the road, paying visits to large animals such as cows, horses and sheep. In November 2022, we opened our state-of-the-art small animal hospital in Bridlington, offering 24/7 on-site and out-of-hours vet care.

31/10/2026

Chocolate, sweets and a constant knock at the door...

Halloween can look very different from your pet’s point of view. 🎃🐾

With more treats around the house than usual, make sure chocolate and sweets stay safely out of reach. Some sugar-free products can also contain ingredients that are particularly dangerous for dogs, so it’s worth keeping the whole trick-or-treat stash somewhere secure.

There are a few other things to think about too. Keep lit pumpkins and decorations away from curious paws, and give your pet somewhere quiet to retreat to if a busy front door is making them unsettled.

If your pet does manage to eat chocolate, sweets or something else they shouldn’t have, contact your vet straight away rather than waiting to see if symptoms develop.

For more information, see our guide on how to keep your pet safe at Halloween.
https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/latest-news/spooky-season-top-tips-to-keep-your-pets-safe-this-halloween/

30/10/2026

Thank you to our brilliant team members who are celebrating a work anniversary this month! 💜

13 years: Kirsty (Veterinary Surgeon)
4 years: Jo Henderson (RVN) and Russell (Veterinary Surgeon)
3 years: Amelia (Lead Veterinary Surgeon)
2 years: Laura A (Out of Hours Nurse)
1 year: Gwen (Physiotherapist) and Paige (Out of Hours Nurse)

Kirsty told us: “I am lucky to work as part of a friendly, supportive team and have enjoyed seeing a varied caseload over my years at Aldgate.”

Jo Henderson shared: “I love working at Aldgate Vets because every day is different, and you never quite know what’s going to walk through the door! I’m passionate about supporting pets and their owners through what can be one of the most difficult times, particularly when it comes to euthanasia. Being able to provide comfort, compassion and support, and to help give every pet the peaceful and dignified send off they deserve, means a lot to me. Most of all, I love the people I work with. We genuinely support each other, have a good laugh, and make even the challenging days feel a little easier.”

Laura said: “I think the best thing about working nights at Aldgate is the team. Nights can be very challenging, but having good colleagues makes the shifts so much better. We all work very well together to do our best for the patients.”

Gwen told us: “One of the best parts of my work is the close relationship I can form with my patients and their owners by following them over a longer time period. It is the best reward if an originally shy dog starts to trust me and enjoys coming for their physio session.”

And Paige shared: “I love working at Aldgate because of the care and passion the team give to each and every animal. Being part of this team is special, and everyone has their own unique qualities and experiences to give patients the best care we can. Being part of the night team is amazing, and being able to provide out of hours care for those who need us in an emergency is especially rewarding when we get to see them go home. Being able to provide that high quality inpatient care is something I love doing.”

Meet the whole team here: https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/about/meet-the-team/

29/10/2026

Happy National Cat Day 🐈

We're marking the day by giving a shoutout to all cats and their owners - and we'd love to see yours. Pop a photo of your cat in the comment box below, the fluffier, cheekier or sleepier, the better.

www.aldgatevet.co.uk

27/10/2026

Today, the black cats get the spotlight. 🖤

National Black Cat Day was created by Cats Protection to celebrate black and black-and-white cats and help challenge some of the outdated perceptions surrounding them.

And we think that sounds like a very good excuse to fill our feed with them.

So, if you share your home with a black or black-and-white cat, we’d love to meet them.

Pop a photo in the comments and tell us their name. Bonus points for particularly impressive whiskers or expressions of complete disapproval. 🐈‍⬛

26/10/2026

‼️ Is your cat missing? ‼️

We have had a elderly female tabby cat handed into our Bridlington branch. She has been found in the Wold Walk area of Bridlington.

She is microchipped and wearing a collar, but the details are not up to date.

If you are missing her, please call us on 01262 677269

26/10/2026

Bonfire Night is on its way, and in this video our Registered Veterinary Nurse Katie talks through how to prepare your dog for fireworks. 🎆

Katie qualified as an RVN in September 2023, having started out as a VCA at Aldgate while studying for her degree. She has a keen interest in internal medicine and canine behaviour, and has completed a diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling (Canine), which means she can also help clients with behaviour queries and common problems.

If your dog finds loud bangs and flashes difficult, it’s worth getting in touch sooner rather than later so we can talk through the options.

📞 Bridlington 01262 677269
📞 Driffield 01377 252087

We offer tailored behaviour and socialisation clinics to suit your pet’s needs. These cover a wide range of issues, including anxiety, fearful behaviour, general cues and training, noise sensitivities and reactivity. find out more here:

https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/small-animal/behaviour-socialisation-clinics/

23/10/2026

If your dog needs to be spayed, did you know keyhole surgery may be an option? 🔑

A laparoscopic spay uses two small incisions and, for suitable patients, can mean less post-operative pain and a much shorter period of rest than a conventional spay.

Here at Aldgate Vets, the usual recovery period following a lap spay is around two to three days, compared with 10 to 14 days following conventional surgery.

After all, we know how difficult keeping a bouncy young dog quiet for two weeks can be. 🐶

We’re proud to be one of the few practices in the area able to offer keyhole surgery with our own veterinary team.

Find out more below:
https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/small-animal/keyhole-surgery/

22/10/2026

We understand some dogs find coming to the vets much harder than others. 🐕

A previous bad experience, nervous temperament or fear of things like examinations, injections and nail clips can all make a trip to the practice stressful.

That’s one of the reasons we offer dedicated behaviour and socialisation clinics with our behaviour nurse, Katie.

The sessions can help dogs who are fearful of the veterinary environment, as well as those experiencing issues such as anxiety, reactivity or separation anxiety.

The aim is to understand what they’re struggling with and work at a pace that suits them. 🐾

Find out more about our behaviour and socialisation clinics:
https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/small-animal/behaviour-socialisation-clinics/

20/10/2026

Still eating normally? That doesn’t always mean your pet’s mouth is comfortable. 🦷🐾

Dogs and cats can be surprisingly good at carrying on when they have dental pain, which is why some of the first signs are easy to overlook.

Persistent bad breath, red or bleeding gums, a chipped tooth or simply chewing a little differently can all be worth paying attention to.

If something in your pet’s mouth doesn’t look quite right, let us take a look.

Our Dental Veterinary Surgeon Viktorija has also shared seven signs of dental pain to look out for here: https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/latest-news/signs-of-pet-dental-pain/

19/10/2026

In this video, our vet Serena talks about her work in orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery. 🐾

From fractures and joint issues to a wide range of soft tissue procedures, Serena plays a key role in helping our patients get back to moving comfortably and living life to the full. Previously, pets needing this level of care would often have had to travel to major close cities like Leeds, but we're proud to be able to offer it right here on Hilderthorpe Road.

Find out more about our services here: www.aldgatevet.co.uk/

📞 Bridlington 01262 677269
📞 Driffield 01377 252087

Address

Aldgate House
Bridlington
YO153AP

Website

http://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/

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