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West End Vets, Edinburgh EH3
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
+44 131 229 7619
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Practice websiteWebsite listed in our directory
Find themCity of Edinburgh, Scotland
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
West End Vets provides veterinary care to pet owners in and around City of Edinburgh. The practice address is 12 Bread Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AF. You can call them on +44 131 229 7619 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. The nearest park we have on file is West Princes Street Gardens, roughly 0.51 km from the practice — handy for a walk before or after a visit. Fir Espresso Bar, a dog-friendly café roughly 0.4 km away, is listed in our local directory too.
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 West End 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.
Can I register my pet with West End Vets?
Registration policies change, so the best way to find out is to phone West End Vets on +44 131 229 7619 and ask whether they're taking on new patients in City of Edinburgh.
Where's the nearest emergency vet to West End Vets?
The closest practice in our directory listing emergency or out-of-hours care is The Cat Clinic, about 2.3 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 — West Princes Street Gardens is the nearest green space we have on file, roughly 0.51 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 West End Vets?
West End Vets is at 12 Bread Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AF. 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 West End 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 West End Vets on +44 131 229 7619 to check they treat your species before booking.
Nearby emergency vets
Closest practices listed as offering emergency or out-of-hours care:
Front Street, Morpeth, NE65 7UG· 107.6 km
Wagonway Road, Alnwick, NE66 1QQ· 111.5 km
Vets for Pets - Carlisle
24-hour
Unit B, 54 Scotland Rd, Carlisle CA3 9DF· 116.8 km
Getting ready for the vet
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A LITTLE MORE TO EXPLORE
Pet-friendly places near West End Vets
Fresh air, everyday essentials and a little extra care, close to the practice.
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West Princes Street Gardens
A little fresh air before or after your visit.
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Pet owners in City of Edinburgh
If it’s an emergency
The nearest practice listing emergency or out-of-hours care is The Cat Clinic (about 2.3 km away). Always phone before you travel.
Nearest 24-hour hospital: The Cat Clinic (about 2.3 km).
Nearest vet practices
The closest practices to West End Vets by distance:
- Dog Friendly Scotland0.58 km · directions
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- Dick Vet in the Community1.32 km · directions
- Dundas Veterinary Group1.53 km · directions
- Abercorn Veterinary Clinics1.6 km · directions