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The Vets, Islington
Islington, London
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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
Based in Islington, London, The Vets is a veterinary practice caring for local pets. The practice is in the N4 2DR area. As with any vet, contact the practice directly to confirm services, opening hours and availability before visiting. For a post-appointment leg-stretch, Isledon Gardens is one of the closest green spaces, about 0.65 km away. There's also a dog-friendly café in our directory nearby — Fink's Pump House, about 0.65 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 Vets 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 The Vets accepting new patients?
Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone The Vets and ask whether they're taking on new patients in Islington.
What if my pet has an emergency near Islington?
The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Medivet Stoke Newington, about 1.23 km away. Always phone before travelling — many practices route out-of-hours calls to a dedicated provider.
Can I walk my dog near The Vets?
Yes — Isledon Gardens is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 0.65 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 The Vets?
Parking depends on the site and the surrounding streets in Islington. It's worth allowing extra time, and calling ahead if your pet is unwell.
Does The 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 The Vets to check they treat your species before booking.
Nearby emergency vets
Closest practices listed as offering emergency or out-of-hours care:
Medivet Stoke Newington
24-hour
72 Green Lanes, Newington Green, London N16 9EJ· 1.2 km
Goddard Veterinary Group
24-hour
87 Grosvenor Avenue, London, N5 2NL· 1.6 km
Medivet Stamford Hill
24-hour
42a Stamford Hill, London N16 6XT· 2.0 km
144 Liverpool Rd, London N1 1LA· 2.6 km
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Pet-friendly places near The Vets
Fresh air, everyday essentials and a little extra care, close to the practice.
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Pet owners in Islington
If it’s an emergency
The nearest practice listing emergency or out-of-hours care is Medivet Stoke Newington (about 1.23 km away). Always phone before you travel.
Nearest 24-hour hospital: Medivet Stoke Newington (about 1.23 km).
Nearest vet practices
The closest practices to The Vets by distance:
- Village Vet0.27 km · directions
- Medivet Stoke Newington1.23 km · directions
- Positive Dog London1.25 km · directions
- Dragon Veterinary Clinic1.64 km · directions
- Medivet2.36 km · directions