Vet practice

River Vets

Northumberland, North East

Find themNorthumberland, North East

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 Northumberland, River Vets is a local veterinary option to consider. The practice is in the NE20 9EQ 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 Ponteland Park, roughly 0.79 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 River Vets 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:

First Vets

Emergency

81 Station Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 8AQ· 11.3 km

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Orchard House Veterinary Centre

24-hour

Stocksfield, NE43 7NJ· 16.2 km

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Blythman & Partners Veterinary Practice

24-hour

Victoria Road East, Hebburn, NE31 2UL· 16.5 km

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First Vets

Emergency

Lynn Road, North Shields, NE29 8HL· 17.4 km

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Helpful pet care guides

Frequently asked questions

Can I register my pet with River Vets?

Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone River Vets and ask whether they're taking on new patients in Northumberland.

What if my pet has an emergency near Northumberland?

The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is First Vets, about 11.25 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 — Ponteland Park is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 0.79 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 River Vets?

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

Does River Vets 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 River Vets to check they treat your species before booking.