By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Lewisham
Lewisham has 16 veterinary clinics, with a strong average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 4,609 reviews. For pet owners comparing vets in Lewisham, a useful local advantage is that several clinics publish prices, and more than half offer weekend appointments.
Our Score compares visible clinics in this country. The transparency part of the score is how many services the clinic has published, measured against the highest number published by a visible clinic in the same country. This town is in England.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayow Veterinary Surgery | 65/100 | — | 28 |
| Petals Vets | 56/100 | — | 23 |
| Celia Hammond Animal Trust | 56/100 | — | 12 |
Lewisham is a strong area for pet owners because you have broad choice and a deep pool of owner feedback to compare. That makes it easier to judge more than a star rating. For most dog and cat owners, it means you can choose for fit as well as reputation, with a better chance of finding a practice near home, with the right hours, and a team you would be happy to use again for routine care and unexpected problems.
Pricing is one of Lewisham's stronger points. A good number of clinics publish prices, and among the options where costs are easy to compare, the range runs from well below average to average. That gives you a fair starting point for comparing routine care before you book. Verification is still limited, and verified simply means a registered user has confirmed the listing details, not that the clinic has any extra clinical approval. Weekend appointments are fairly easy to find, and emergency or out-of-hours care is available in Lewisham for issues that cannot wait.
A practical way to choose is to shortlist by access first, then compare cost and reviews. If weekday appointments are awkward, start with clinics that open at weekends or stay open later. Then look at published prices for the services your pet is most likely to need, such as consultations, vaccinations, or neutering, and read recent reviews for signs of clear communication, manageable waiting times, and kind handling. For a nervous dog or an older cat, a calm team and good follow-up can matter just as much as convenience.
If you are choosing a vet in Lewisham for the long term, think past the first visit. Ask how repeat prescriptions are handled, how quickly the practice can see a mildly unwell pet, and what happens if you need advice outside normal hours. Lewisham also has a wider service mix than some areas, so homes with more than dogs and cats may find extra flexibility, but for most owners the best choice will still be the clinic that combines clear prices, workable hours, and communication you trust.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Lewisham, Greater London
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (65/100)
Mayow Veterinary Surgery in Lewisham offers routine care, medical treatment, surgery and hospitalisation, with separate arrangements for out-of-hours emergencies. The practice also provides pet travel advice, supports veterinary nurse...
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Our Score (56/100)
Petals Vets presents itself as an independent veterinary practice in Aurora Point, Greater London. Recent feedback continues to show a clinic covering both routine preventative care and more involved treatment, with particular praise for...
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Our Score (56/100)
Celia Hammond Animal Trust is a charity-run veterinary and cat rescue service in Lewisham, combining low-cost care with rescue and rehoming work. It appears especially geared toward cats needing treatment or rescue support, while also...
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Fitzgerald Veterinary Care in Lewisham describes itself as a locally owned, independently run clinic, formerly Allpets Veterinary Surgery, with more than 30 years of experience. The practice says it provides 24/7 emergency care alongside...
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Our Score (55/100)
The Neighbourhood Vet in Crofton Park is a veterinary practice in Lewisham seeing dogs, cats and some small pets. Feedback is mixed overall: many clients praise the team’s kindness, clear communication and gentle handling, while a smaller...
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More Veterinary Practices in Lewisham
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Snoots Forest Hill is a membership-only vet clinic for cats and dogs, built around unlimited primary care rather than pay-per-visit appointments. The clinic offers routine services such as vaccinations, wellness and sick visits, alongside...
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Our Score (54/100)
Medivet New CrossJohn Hankinson Vets is part of the Medivet group and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice website states that it offers 24/7 emergency care, including out-of-hours consultations overnight....
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Medivet Catford is a Medivet practice on Ringstead Road serving local pet owners. Website information highlights vaccinations, cat spay/neutering, a time-limited free Mobility Pain Check, and access to 24-hour emergency care through...
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Our Score (53/100)
Medivet Lewisham - The Veterinary Practice is a Medivet clinic in Lewisham offering routine appointments, vaccinations, urgent assessments, and overnight emergency care through Medivet 24-hour centres. Recent feedback is mostly very...
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Burnt Ash Veterinary Clinic Ltd describes itself as an independent practice and says it has been established since 1947. The clinic says it is led by a registered veterinary surgeon with 40+ years’ experience, and recent feedback continues...
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Our Score (50/100)
Sydenham Vets4Pets Ltd is a corporate Vets4Pets practice in Lewisham offering first-opinion care for dogs, cats and rabbits, alongside diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, hospitalisation and referrals. The clinic also lists in-house lab...
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Our Score (50/100)
