Vet practice

The Veterinary Practice

Lewisham, London

24-hour emergency

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24-hour careListed as open 24/7

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Find themLewisham, London

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

Based in Lewisham, London, The Veterinary Practice is a veterinary practice caring for local pets. You can call them on +44 20 8318 1020 or visit their website to find out more. As with any vet, contact the practice directly to confirm services, opening hours and availability before visiting. If your dog needs a walk nearby, Northbrook Park is around 2.11 km away. There's also a dog-friendly café in our directory nearby — S.O.S Coffee, about 2.33 km away.

Services offered

✓Consultations
✓Surgery
✓Dental care
✓Vaccinations
✓Microchipping
✓Neutering
✓Emergency care
✓Hospitalisation
✓Puppy & kitten care

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 The Veterinary Practice 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:

Peckham Veterinary Surgery

24-hour

Southwark, SE15 5BA· 5.2 km

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Oval Pet Centre

Emergency

5-7 Bellegrove Parade, Welling, DA16 2RE· 6.5 km

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Medivet

24-hour

7 Kenbury Street, London, SE5 9BS· 7.0 km

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Goddard Vets Plaistow

24-hour

740 Barking Road, London, E13 9LB· 8.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Veterinary Practice take on new clients?

Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone The Veterinary Practice on +44 20 8318 1020 and ask whether they're taking on new patients in Lewisham.

The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Peckham Veterinary Surgery, about 5.21 km away. Always phone before travelling — many practices route out-of-hours calls to a dedicated provider.

Can I walk my dog near The Veterinary Practice?

Yes — Northbrook Park is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 2.11 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.

Does The Veterinary Practice 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 The Veterinary Practice on +44 20 8318 1020 to check they treat your species before booking.