Emergency Vets in Greater London

Joel Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice established in 1996 and appears to be part of the CVS group (the clinic website and email domain are on `cvsvets.com`). It treats dogs, cats, and small pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters, and it offers both routine care (vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping) and more involved work (diagnostic imaging, surgery, and an orthopaedic surgery referral service). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, experiences are mixed: some owners describe notably compassionate end‑of‑life support (including euthanasia carried out in a car at the owner’s request, plus keepsakes like paw prints and a follow‑up handwritten card), while multiple others describe problems with front‑desk/admin processes (being turned away close to closing after being told to come in urgently, price misquoting, and a disputed debt/charges issue).

Thamesmead PDSA Pet Hospital (The Freda Powell Centre) is part of PDSA (a charity provider) and is described on its website as offering free and low cost veterinary care to poorly pets in need. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe a high-throughput, hospital-style experience (waiting 30–45 minutes is mentioned) with strong feedback around end-of-life care (euthanasia “with care and dignity”) and some routine surgical work (neutering recovery described). Reviews also show a clear split: several owners praise staff helpfulness and communication, while others report rescheduled appointments, feeling dismissed, and major disagreement over a diagnosis and recommendation (one owner describes being advised to euthanise a kitten, then receiving a different assessment elsewhere). Concrete specifics mentioned: - Euthanasia appointments are described, including staff waiting so an owner could arrive before closing and providing “care and dignity.” - Neutering is mentioned, including a post-op concern where the clinic advised a prompt check and reassured the owner. - Appointment delays/rescheduling are reported by some reviewers (30–45 minute waits; “rescheduled appointments”). - Cleanliness/odour is repeatedly brought up (foul smell; visible urine/faeces/blood on the floor; a dog water bowl “usually not clean”), alongside comments that clinical care was still good.

North London Veterinary Clinic describes itself as an independent clinic and states it provides 24-hour emergency healthcare for pets. The website lists a broad mix of routine and more complex work (including advanced dentistry, orthopedic surgery, and advanced diagnostics) for cats, dogs, and rabbits, plus practical admin help like pet passports/travel scheme and assistance with pet insurance claims. Owner experiences in the latest reviews are split: several long-term clients describe rapid help in urgent situations (including a weekend-evening poisoning case where a dog was treated overnight), while two recent 1-star reviews report being hung up on during phone calls, including one where the caller says their cat was in critical condition.

Greyhound Sport Medicine appears focused on greyhound care, with reviews describing leg treatment (“fixing Stella’s leg”) and a “straight to problem” approach. Structured clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours). Recent feedback is mixed: several owners thank the team for helping their greyhound and describe professional handling, while one long-term client reports being turned away for a neutering request because the clinic said they were not taking on new clients.

Parkvets Veterinary Clinic is part of the Parkvets group (reviews reference “another one of their practices”), with the website stating it is RCVS Accredited and a Cat Friendly Practice. The clinic says it provides a 24-hour emergency service, and it covers cats, dogs, rabbits and exotics. Recent reviews paint a mixed picture on access and emergency readiness: several reviewers say the clinic is “only available two days a week,” hard to get appointments, and that phones aren’t answered; one reviewer also states there are “no emergency facilities,” which conflicts with the clinic’s stated 24-hour emergency service. On the positive side, multiple reviewers describe being seen quickly in urgent situations (including a hamster injury and a dog that ate raisins), with staff helping owners stay calm and acting fast.

Medivet Bedford Clapham is part of the Medivet group (a larger veterinary chain) and describes itself as a purpose-built practice with state-of-the-art dental and surgical equipment, plus an in-house laboratory. The website also lists ISFM silver cat-friendly status and notes it is a veterinary nurse training facility. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention thorough, unhurried appointments (including time for lots of questions), calming handling of nervous pets (for example, using treats during the exam), and fast action when something urgent happens (one cat’s badly damaged tail was operated on by Dr Baldwin, with the team “swing[ing] into action” to care for him). A monthly plan is also mentioned by a reviewer, though no price details are provided.

Paragon Veterinary Group is a long‑established practice (the website cites 80+ years) that treats pets alongside equine and farm animals, and is affiliated with XLVets. It also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility (per the provided clinic data). Reviews most often point to practical access and clear explanations: owners mention getting appointments at short notice for older cats, staff talking through what a dog needed and the treatments provided, and out‑of‑hours emergency appointments where they were seen within about half an hour of calling. Several reviews also describe thoughtful setup for cats, including a separate small‑animal waiting room and a screened cat waiting area.

Blue Cross Animal Hospital is run by Blue Cross (an animal welfare charity) and operates as a veterinary hospital with emergency capability (listed as providing emergency veterinary services, including 24/7 or extended hours) and a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a mix of routine and urgent care, including dental treatment for a cat that “went smoothly,” an emergency case involving a pregnant dog where the team “managed to save her and her puppies,” and end-of-life care (euthanasia) with follow-up gestures like a sympathy card. Owners frequently mention clear explanations and being kept updated during treatment, but there are also concerns raised about eligibility rules for charitable support and, in two separate reviews, about how sensitive communication/behaviour felt during difficult end-of-life situations.

Medivet Hyde Park is part of the Medivet group (not an independent practice). The clinic is set up for routine dog and cat care (15‑minute consultations, nurse clinics, vaccinations, parasite care) as well as procedures and further work-ups—owners explicitly mention “surgeries and investigation tests” alongside day‑to‑day problems. From the latest reviews, decision-relevant specifics that come up repeatedly include: - vets being described as gentle and calming with nervous or shy pets (including a nervous dog who “was very relaxed” during the visit, and shy cats staying relaxed even for injections/medication) - appointment handling that sounds organised and low-friction (owners mention quick booking and not waiting long) - a consult style focused on options and explanation (one owner says the vet “offering options for treatment”; another notes he “did not try to oversell”) - examinations before routine treatments (a dog was examined before vaccination) The clinic also asks clients to return unused medications for safe disposal (as stated on the clinic’s website).

Pet Care Veterinary Surgery (established in 1984, per its website) treats dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small animals and advertises a relatively well-equipped setup for diagnostics and procedures (including imaging, in‑house lab work, and minimally invasive options like keyhole surgery and endoscopy). Out-of-hours care is handled via Vets Now, with 24/7 telehealth (VidiVet) available for Kin Care Club members. Recent reviews are mixed: many describe good day-to-day care and positive surgical outcomes (including one owner crediting a “skilled surgeon” with giving their dog “many more years”), while several 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about pricing/fees and communication—most notably around post-op discharge and transfer of medical records to the emergency provider.