Emergency Vets in Greater London

Paxton Veterinary Clinics Ltd is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility and as offering emergency veterinary services. Recent reviews describe a practice that sees a mix of routine care and more complex cases, including behaviour-led consultations. Owners give concrete examples such as being fitted in after arriving on the wrong date, emergency assessment of a sick kitten with a “get to the bottom of the problem” approach, and vets offering alternative treatment options rather than a single path.

Roundwood Vets Ltd describes itself as an independent practice and, based on its website and recent reviews, appears set up for routine preventative care (vaccinations, dental care, health plans) as well as urgent appointments when pets are ill or injured. Owners repeatedly mention thorough examinations and a care process that runs from booking through to follow-ups (including reminders for re-checks). Reviews also include examples of longer-running treatment plans (one cat’s case taking around 10 weeks with multiple visits) and emergency presentation where owners felt the team “jumped” into action.

Medivet Sidcup Halfway Street is part of the Medivet group. It’s set up for routine care as well as urgent problems, with emergency veterinary services listed in the clinic data and multiple reviews describing swift appointments and clear, calming advice (for example, a dog seen quickly after a leg injury, with reassurance that didn’t “make me overly worry”). Owners also repeatedly mention staff taking time to explain treatment clearly, and helping nervous or distrustful dogs settle (one reviewer said “Chloe won her round straight away”). The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Blythwood Vets is an RCVS-accredited practice (Practice Standards Scheme) with “over 40 years” stated experience, and the website also notes Silver-level Cat Friendly Clinic status (ISFM) and Investors in People accreditation. It offers routine care plus nurse clinics and a health-plan option (“Pet Health for Life Plans”), and advertises emergency services “across multiple locations.” In the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly describe quick help for urgent problems (including suspected toxin ingestion treated immediately with medication to induce vomiting), ease of getting appointments, and supportive handling of nervous pets; one long-term client praises consistent service over 28 years but criticises being told to call back at 8am for an appointment.

The Wylie Veterinary Centre Ltd is an RCVS Accredited Veterinary Hospital that offers 24/7 emergency care and inpatient hospital support. Recent reviews repeatedly describe urgent problems being handled quickly, including an emergency appointment arranged for the next morning for a non-registered client, and owners being updated by phone after procedures (including a personal call late on a Sunday night to explain how surgery went). Several accounts describe multi-day hospital stays (for example, a week of hospitalisation and three nights in critical care) where pets recovered from serious illness. Concrete specifics owners mention include: - Emergency access for non-registered clients, including booking an appointment despite not being registered. - Hospitalisation/critical care for severe cases (pneumonia, pancreatitis). - Emergency surgery for an intestinal blockage (a peach stone), with follow-up communication. - Supportive front-desk help during stressful visits, including staff staying with an anxious owner and monitoring a puppy while other emergencies were ongoing.

East Barnet Veterinary Practice Ltd is set up for both routine care and urgent problem-solving, with reviews describing same-day appointments for acute issues (for example, a cat struggling to swallow) and staff staying out of hours to try to get the best outcome for a dog. Owners also mention planned procedures such as cat spays and dental surgery (including teeth surgery with a difficult recovery). Experiences with communication and manners are mixed: several reviews praise clear explanations and professionalism, while a small number describe rudeness from a vet (“Ralph”) and from reception when asking about appointment pricing.

Paxton Veterinary Clinics Ltd is a small-animal practice (ownership group not stated) offering routine consultations and health checks, plus practical extras like relocation assistance and pet travel discounts. Recent reviews repeatedly mention support for anxious or nervous pets (including a rescue dog and a scared dog returning to vets after bad prior experiences), and straightforward appointment access (same-day slots and online booking mentioned). The clinic also seems set up to help coordinate urgent care when needed—one reviewer says Emily helped arrange an emergency vet for their cat. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include a “nice big reception area,” appointments “run to time,” and a vet choosing medication to help a fearful dog relax for a follow-up visit rather than forcing an exam.

Arden House Animal Hospital is an independent practice (website states it’s been caring for patients since 1946). Clinic data also describes it as a veterinary nurse training facility and offering emergency veterinary services (stated as “24/7 or extended hours”). Recent reviews describe a practice that’s set up for ongoing medical management (e.g., regular rechecks for a dog with gastrointestinal problems) as well as challenging appointments (a reactive German Shepherd handled calmly). The latest written feedback is mostly positive about clear explanations and gentle handling, but one detailed review reports a serious concern about being pressured to accept a ~£2,000 plan or euthanasia and difficulty getting their dog returned. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners: - A reactive German Shepherd reportedly became relaxed during the appointment due to Mary’s confident handling. - One owner says Dr Jose Romero explained a gastrointestinal work-up step by step, didn’t push “tons of medications,” and arranged regular follow-up visits. - Multiple owners mention the practice has had a recent refurbishment and describe it as clean/modern. - One owner reports being presented with a treatment plan near £2,000 and being told it was “pay in full or euthanise,” later disputing the urgency after their dog recovered.

Arc Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent practice, providing pet care since 2011. From the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine care and more involved cases—owners mention everything from “basic procedures” to dental work and surgery (including mammary lump surgery). Reviewers repeatedly give specific examples of how the team communicates and makes decisions: fitting pets in quickly for gastrointestinal problems, not recommending treatments they don’t think are necessary, and calling during a dental procedure to explain findings and offer options before proceeding.

Medivet Bromley (The Laurels Vets) is part of the Medivet group. Based on the information available, the practice covers routine preventive care (vaccinations are specifically mentioned) and offers access to 24-hour emergency care via one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres (with overnight consultation fees applicable between 7pm and 9am). Reviews repeatedly describe appointments where vets explain options without rushing, and there are also mentions of a monthly plan that helps owners keep on top of vaccinations and check-ups. One review raises a specific complaint about vaccination booster scheduling leading to an owner being told they would need to restart the course and pay again.