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The Oak Veterinary Practice, Potters Bar
Hertsmere, East of England
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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
If you're near Hertsmere, The Oak Veterinary Practice is a local veterinary option to consider. Find them at 250-252 High Street, Potters Bar, EN6 5DB. Details here are community-sourced, so please confirm services and opening hours with the practice directly. If your dog needs a walk nearby, Parkfield is around 0.29 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 The Oak Veterinary Practice 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.
Does The Oak Veterinary Practice take on new clients?
Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone The Oak Veterinary Practice and ask whether they're taking on new patients in Hertsmere.
What if my pet has an emergency near Hertsmere?
The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Creature Comforts Vets Barnet, about 5 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 — Parkfield is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 0.29 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 The Oak Veterinary Practice?
The Oak Veterinary Practice is at 250-252 High Street, Potters Bar, EN6 5DB. 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.
Can The Oak Veterinary Practice see rabbits or small animals?
Many first-opinion vets see rabbits and small pets as well as cats and dogs, but it isn't guaranteed. Phone The Oak Veterinary Practice to check they treat your species before booking.
Nearby emergency vets
Closest practices listed as offering emergency or out-of-hours care:
Creature Comforts Vets Barnet
Emergency
204 High St, Hadley, Barnet EN5 5SZ· 5.0 km
Vets for Pets Whetstone
24-hour
1446 High Rd, London N20 9BS· 7.1 km
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If it’s an emergency
The nearest practice listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Creature Comforts Vets Barnet (about 5 km away). Always phone before you travel.
Nearest 24-hour hospital: Vets for Pets Whetstone (about 7.1 km).
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