Vet practice

Castle Veterinary Clinic

Dorset, South West

Find themDorset, South West

Details checked17 Jun 2026

In an emergency, always phone the practice before travelling. If you can't get through, see nearby emergency vets or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 if your pet has eaten something toxic.

About this practice

If you're near Dorset, Castle Veterinary Clinic is a local veterinary option to consider. The practice is in the DT1 3WA area. As with any vet, contact the practice directly to confirm services, opening hours and availability before visiting. The nearest park we have on file is The Great Field, roughly 0.55 km from the practice — handy for a walk before or after a visit.

Services to check

✓Consultations, health checks & vaccinations
✓Neutering and routine surgery
✓Dental treatment
✓Diagnostics (bloods, x-ray, ultrasound)
✓Microchipping
✓Out-of-hours / emergency cover
✓Exotics & small-pet care

We don’t hold a verified service list — use this as questions to ask when you call.

Pets treated

Most first-opinion practices see dogs and cats, and many also treat rabbits and small pets. Expertise with exotics (reptiles, birds, ferrets) varies, so if you keep an unusual species, ask Castle Veterinary Clinic before booking. Our food-safety checker covers dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters.

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Nearby emergency vets

Closest practices listed as offering emergency or out-of-hours care:

Dave Cumber Vets

24-hour

86 Mellstock Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2BH· 2.2 km

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Newton Clarke Veterinary Surgeons

24-hour

Barton View Business Park, Sherborne, DT9 4FW· 27.1 km

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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice

Emergency

Furnham Road, Chard, TA20 1AF· 39.5 km

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Minster Veterinary Surgery

24-hour

4C Ditton Street, Ilminster, TA19 0BQ· 39.6 km

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Helpful pet care guides

Frequently asked questions

Can I register my pet with Castle Veterinary Clinic?

Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone Castle Veterinary Clinic and ask whether they're taking on new patients in Dorset.

What if my pet has an emergency near Dorset?

The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Dave Cumber Vets, about 2.2 km away. Always phone before travelling — many practices route out-of-hours calls to a dedicated provider.

Is there anywhere to walk my dog after the appointment?

Yes — The Great Field is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 0.55 km away, which is handy for a short walk before or after a visit. Keep dogs on a lead near the road and around the practice.

Is there parking near Castle Veterinary Clinic?

Parking depends on the site and the surrounding streets in Dorset. It's worth allowing extra time, and calling ahead if your pet is unwell.

Does Castle Veterinary Clinic treat rabbits and small pets?

Many first-opinion vets see rabbits and small pets as well as cats and dogs, but it isn't guaranteed. Phone Castle Veterinary Clinic to check they treat your species before booking.