Vets on the Common – Vets in Clapham
Clinic Overview
Independent veterinary practice (founded in 2021 by Dr. Ellie and Dr. Michael, who also work as full‑time vets there). The clinic appears set up for both routine care and more involved cases, with in‑house diagnostics (IDEXX lab, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, microscopy) plus facilities such as a separate cat clinic and Casco kennels.
From the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention
- •Same‑day help when something suddenly goes wrong (including being seen immediately when arriving without an appointment for vomiting/shaking).
- •Clear diagnostics and targeted treatment (e.g., an ear infection that had persisted elsewhere improved within a week after “the right tests and treatment”).
- •Surgical care with ongoing communication (updates during procedures and a next‑day check‑in after surgery were specifically mentioned).
- •Paperwork support for travel/export certificates, including very fast turnaround when pet passports were lost.
Services
Based on the clinic website and recent reviews, services and capabilities mentioned include
- •Wellness care: wellness exams and vaccinations.
- •Parasite prevention: parasite prevention is listed; one review references sensitivity to worming treatments.
- •Diagnostics (in-house): IDEXX laboratory testing, digital X‑ray, ultrasound, and microscopy.
- •Surgery: surgery is listed, with reviews describing
- •Dental surgery
- •Cyst removal
- •Perineal urethrostomy (PU) and bladder stone removal for a cat, including several nights of in‑clinic care.
- •Dental care (listed on the website; extractions aren’t specifically mentioned).
- •Microchipping (listed on the website).
- •Pet travel documentation: pet travel certificates; reviews mention export health certificates and rapid turnaround for travel certificates after lost pet passports.
- •Species seen (as listed on the website): dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, birds, snakes, tortoises.
- •Out-of-hours: the website states out‑of‑hours care is provided by Wolfe Vets.
People
- •Dr. Ellie (vet; co‑founder): reviews describe her running tests and treatment that resolved a long‑standing ear infection within a week; she’s also mentioned as leading a complex PU surgery and bladder stone removal, explaining options clearly and “never pushing” decisions. Post‑op continuity is highlighted (the same vet overseeing care, with time made for follow‑up concerns).
- •Dr. Michael (vet; co‑founder): described by one long‑term client as particularly attentive for a dog with allergies and side effects, with an emphasis on thoroughness over time.
- •Dr. Liam (vet): described as calm and gentle with a sensitive dog brought in urgently (vomiting and shaking), and as handling travel paperwork efficiently and without fuss under time pressure.
- •Dr. Vici (vet): mentioned in relation to treating a guinea pig with digestive issues, including check‑up and medication leading to recovery within a week.
- •Nurses and reception team: multiple reviews mention helpful reception support (including travel paperwork) and being kept updated during procedures; one owner also mentions a next‑day check‑in call after surgery.
Reviews
Google rating: 5 stars from 222 reviews. “”
- •Urgent access and calm handling: owners describe being seen immediately when they arrived without an appointment for sudden vomiting/shaking, with reassurance and gentle handling.
- •Problems solved with testing and targeted treatment: one owner reports a year‑long ear infection improved within a week after the clinic ran the right tests and treatment.
- •Surgical care with communication and follow‑up: examples include dental surgery, cyst removal, and a complex PU surgery with bladder stone removal; owners mention updates during procedures and a next‑day check‑in.
- •Travel paperwork done quickly: export health certificates and travel certificates are repeatedly mentioned, including very fast turnaround when documents were lost shortly before travel.
- •Cost and payment flexibility mentioned (without figures): one review notes pricing was transparent and better than other practices for complex surgery, and that payment could be staged.
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Reviews for Vets on the Common
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 222 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
The PRP Lab. London
in the last week
My dog Bella has been under Dr Michael’s care for many years. Bella has a real medical history of allergies and subsequent side effects. From all the vets I have taken her to, Dr Michael is by far the most attentive, caring and knowledgeable. I cannot recommend this vet enough. From the from reception team, the nurses to the vets, they are amazing. I have many local vets near me, but I am always happy to travel over an hour just to see the amazing team at Vets on the common. Thank you for team!
Lydia Chong
a week ago
Very nice experience at Vets in the Common get Export Health Certificate fir my dog. Vets are very experienced in the process and the receptionist is very helpful. My dog loves the treats there! It’s bit difficult to find going there the first time, you need to walk through a small alley on the main road to access the vets.
David Duraj
3 weeks ago
Dave Weale
a month ago
Joss Ayres
a month ago
Very kind and professional service! Also very efficient, highly recommended
Mergim Ozdamar
a week ago
Our chihuahua is very sensitive, especially to worming treatments, and she suddenly began throwing up and shaking non-stop. We rushed over without an appointment, and they saw us immediately. Dr Liam was calm, gentle, and reassuring—he treated her with care and compassion. It’s such a relief knowing we have a vet so local, and that truly wants to help. Thank you for the quick response today and looking after our Lily.
Juliana Ribas
2 weeks ago
I’m so grateful for the wonderful care my dog Lucky received at Vets on the Common. Everyone there is not only professional but also incredibly kind and human. Lucky had an ear infection that her old vet couldn’t fix for over a year, but Dr. Ellie got it healed in just a week with the right tests and treatment. She also had dental surgery and a cyst removed, and the team kept us updated during the procedure and even checked in the next day to see how she was doing. We felt truly cared for every step of the way.
Jeremy ODwyer
a month ago
Always receive excellent service at this practice. Last week was exceptional. We’re going to France with our two dogs on Thursday afternoon. Late on Wednesday night realised we had lost our pet passports. Called Liam at 09.00 on Thursday morning. Had the travel certificates by 10.00. Calm, friendly, professional, reassuring and no fuss. Outstanding service.
Anna Zavyalova
3 months ago
A Lifesaving Clinic and an Exceptional Vet — Thank You, Dr. Ellie We are endlessly grateful to Vets on the Common, and especially to Dr. Ellie, for saving the life of our beloved cat, Tigger. From the very beginning, the care we received was not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also deeply compassionate and human. Tigger needed a complex surgery known as a perineal urethrostomy (PU), along with the removal of bladder stones. Dr. Ellie guided us through it with such empathy and clarity. She explained every step and all possible options, never pushing us, always being honest and kind. The surgery was performed with great skill, and at a significantly better cost than other practices would have charged. They were transparent about pricing, offered to stage the payment until our next salary day, and genuinely seemed focused on charging only what was absolutely necessary. That kind of generosity and understanding is incredibly rare. The continuity of care was another extraordinary aspect. Tigger was looked after throughout by Dr. Ellie herself, with the support of a team of wonderful, kind, and skilled nurses. He spent several nights at the clinic, and we were always welcomed warmly when we wanted to visit. Post-operative care has also been fantastic — they never rushed us and always made time to see him when we had concerns. Considering the complexity and length of treatment, it was truly outstanding value — and honestly, you can’t put a price on the life of a family member. Thanks to this clinic, Tigger is back home with us, recovering well, and hopefully has many more happy years ahead. Dr. Ellie is not only an excellent vet, but a truly compassionate human being. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her and Vets on the Common. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
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4 months ago
Thanks Dr. Vici and the entire team! My guinea pig overate and had digestive issues. After the check-up and medication, Zhuzhu recovered within a week. Thankfully he doesn't have bladder stones. As a first-time pet owner, I was extremely worried, but all the staff were incredibly friendly and reassured me during my anxiety. The pricing was reasonable, and I’ll definitely choose this vet again when I get a kitten!
