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Medivet, Pontefract WF9
Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber
+44 1977 643146 · Opening hours below
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Practice websiteWebsite listed in our directory
Opening hoursListed below
Find themWakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber
Listing updated17 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
Medivet is a vets serving Wakefield and the surrounding area. You'll find the practice at 28A Minsthorpe Lane, Pontefract, WF9 2NY. You can call them on +44 1977 643146 or visit their website to find out more. Phone the practice to check current services, hours and whether they can register or see your pet. For a post-appointment leg-stretch, Minsthorpe Park is one of the closest green spaces, about 0.59 km away.
Services to check
Practice services
- 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 these as questions to ask when you call.
Pets treated
Ask Medivet which animals they treat before booking. Our food-safety checker covers dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters.
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Frequently asked questions
A little more information before your visit.
Is Medivet accepting new patients?
Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone Medivet on +44 1977 643146 and ask whether they're taking on new patients in Wakefield.
Where's the nearest emergency vet to Medivet?
The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Chantry Vets, about 3.56 km away. Always phone before travelling — many practices route out-of-hours calls to a dedicated provider.
Can I walk my dog near Medivet?
Yes — Minsthorpe Park is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 0.59 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.
Where can I park at Medivet?
Medivet is at 28A Minsthorpe Lane, Pontefract, WF9 2NY. Parking varies by site — some practices have their own spaces, others rely on nearby on-street or public car parks — so allow a little extra time, and call ahead if your pet is unwell or hard to move.
Does Medivet 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 Medivet on +44 1977 643146 to check they treat your species before booking.
Nearby emergency vets
Closest practices listed as offering emergency or out-of-hours care:
Vets for Pets Glossop
24-hour
UNIT D, Wren Nest Retail Park, Glossop SK13 8GN· 46.7 km
Medivet Uppermill
24-hour
5, Tame St, Uppermill, Oldham OL3 6BD· 46.9 km
Dixon and Young Veterinary Surgery
Emergency
Former Police Houses, New Ollerton, Newark NG22 9QZ· 47.9 km
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A LITTLE MORE TO EXPLORE
Pet-friendly places near Medivet
Fresh air, everyday essentials and a little extra care, close to the practice.
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Westfield Recreation Ground
A little fresh air before or after your visit.
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Noah's Ark Pet Holiday Home
Boarding and care for time away from home.
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Pet owners in Wakefield
If it’s an emergency
The nearest practice listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Chantry Vets (about 3.56 km away). Always phone before you travel.
Nearest 24-hour hospital: Chantry Vets (about 3.56 km).
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