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Livingston Vets4Pets

Inside Pets at Home
Unit 4 Almondvale Retail Park
Almondvale Avenue
Livingston
West Lothian
EH54 6QX
01506 463 085 Chat on WhatsApp

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Opening Hours

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Parking and access information

Group Nexus managed car park

Automatic Number Plate Recognition 

07.00-21.00 2 hours free parking. 

21.00-07.00 no free parking payment required 

Meet the team

Adam Charleston

Dr Adam

Practice Director & Veterinary Surgeon

BVM&S GP certs MRCVS

Read Dr Adam bio

I am Dr Adam, the Practice Owner and Veterinary Surgeon at Livingston Vets4Pets.

I have been in Livingston Vets4Pets since 2007. I was delighted to return to Scotland after spending a period working in different veterinary clinics in Mansfield, Coventry and Portsmouth

A special interest of mine is internal medicine and dermatology.

I love to cycle, every day I cycle to and from work no matter what the weather!

When I am not at work, I enjoy learning new languages and spending time with my young family.

Alison Docherty

Dr Alison

Veterinary Surgeon

BVM&S, MRCVS

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I am Dr Alison, one of the lead Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I joined the practice in May 2010. I graduated from Glasgow Vet School in 1999.

I initially worked in mixed practice (beef, sheep and equine) before deciding to specialise in small animals after a few years in a busy West Yorkshire practice.

I am now very experienced in all companion animal species with a particular interest in ophthalmology and feline geriatric medicine.

I enjoy splitting my time between consulting and operating.

In my leisure time, I enjoy going to the gym and outdoor pursuits. At home, I have two young children, my dog and cat who all keep me on my toes

Kathleen Fardoe

Dr Kathleen

Veterinary Surgeon

BSc (Hons) BVM&S MRCVS

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I am Dr Kathleen, one of the lead Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I graduated from RDSVS in Edinburgh in 2008 and spent a year in mixed practice in Fife before moving to West Lothian and specialising in companion animals.

I joined the Vets4Pets Livingston team in 2016. I enjoy both consulting and operating and have a special interest in imaging especially ultrasound.

When I am not working, I enjoy running with my Border Terrier Dylan and exploring Scotland with my young family. 

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Dr Kay

Veterinary Surgeon

BVMS MRCVS Cert SCVA

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I am Dr Kay one of the Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston, I graduated from Glasgow university in 1995.

I initially worked in mixed practice (beef, sheep and equine) before deciding to specialise in small animals

I enjoyed the variety of working with a mix of large and small animals in practices across central Scotland for many years. 

In 2010, I decided to specialise in small animal practice and further develop my interest in using Acupuncture as another treatment option for patients.

I joined Vets4Pets Livingston in 2015 and have a keen interest in working with animals who benefit from Acupuncture. I also really enjoy doing kitten and puppy vaccination appointments.

Outside of work, I enjoy going for walks and cycle trips with my young family.

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Dr Nicole

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS BVM&S

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Hi, I'm Dr Nicole and I have been a part of the team at Vets4Pets Livingston since 2021, graduating from the RDSVS in 2020.
I enjoy all aspects of small animal and companion medicine however I have an interest in emergency and critical care, as well as ultrasonography.
On my days off I enjoy being outdoors with my husband and greyhound Luigi. We also have a bearded dragon Steve who is a big character!

 

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Dr Robyn

Veterinary Surgeon

BVMS MRCVS

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I am Dr Robyn one of the Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston; I graduated from Glasgow University in 2022.

I love working with all species but I have always had a soft spot for dogs, cats and small mammals, which is why I chose to work in small animal practice and joined Livingston Vets4Pets and the amazing team who work here! 

Outside of work, I enjoy video gaming, acrylic painting, going to the gym and watching football.

At home I have two rescue kittens who I love to entertain and watch grow up

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Dr Andrew

Veterinary Surgeon

DVM MRCVS

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 I am Dr Andrew one of the Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston; I graduated with honours from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1999.  

Since then, I have been practising just south of Ottawa, Canada working in mixed practice, and then slowly transitioning to companion animals.

My family and I decided to see what life would be like in Scotland and I decided to join the awesome team at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I hold certifications in both Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy from the Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Centre and Veterinary Acupuncture from the Chi Institute.

I have interests in both surgery and medicine and enjoy getting to know patients and clients.

When not at work I can be found with my wife and two fast growing boys either trying to be handy around the house, coaching or taking part in hockey, soccer (Canadian term for football!) and karate (I hold a second degree black belt). I enjoy spending as much time as possible in the outdoors exploring the beautiful country Scotland is and even adventuring into other European country’s.

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Dr Jorge

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS

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I am Dr Jorge one of the Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I joined the team after working within a large referral hospital.

My special interest is in pet nutrition and keeping pets healthy with the best diets and helping educate clients about pet nutrition.  

I graduated from Universidad Complutense de Madrid in 2019

When I am not working I enjoy fencing, cycling and CrossFit.

At home, I have 4 black cats who love nothing more than a cuddle.

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Dr Kirsten

Veterinary Surgeon

BVM&S MRCVS

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My name is Dr Kirsten and I am one of the Vets at Vets4Pets Livingston. I joined the team in 2025.

I am originally from Pittsburgh United States and I graduated from the Edinburgh Royal Dick School of Vetinary Studies in 2022.

The thing I enjoy most about my role is consultations and forming bonds with patients and their owners helping in any way I can.

When I am not at work, I enjoy reading a good book, hiking with friends, listening to music and singing.

At home I have 2 dogs Molly and Elvie who love nothing more then a snuggle.

 

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Dr Sophie

Veterinary Surgeon

MRCVS BVM&S BVSc(Zoology)(Hons).

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I am Dr Sophie and I joined the team in 2025 after working within a large referral hospital.  

 

I qualified from the University of Edinburgh in 2022.

 

I enjoy all aspects of exotic animal medicine from tortoises to beardies, rabbits to hamsters, parrots to pigeons. I find it incredibly rewarding to be able to advocate for animals that cannot vouch for themselves, especially when it comes to preventative medicine- providing the correct husbandry and ensuring the best in terms of welfare.

 

When I am not working, I love playing badminton and performing comedy, as well as trying all the coffee shops in Edinburgh with a good book.

 

Lindsey Russell

Linsey

Head Veterinary Nurse

RVN DHVN

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I am Linsey, the Head Nurse at Vets4Pets Livingston. I joined the Livingston team in January 2016.

I have a lot of experience in working with small companion animals.

I enjoy Anaesthesia and Theatre nursing and keeping in touch with our longstanding patients at our nurse clinics.

When I am not at work, I enjoy watching football and Ice Hockey. I love to go to see live music with my sisters and plan my next travel adventure.

At home, I have a blue roan cocker spaniel called Sharpe and he is my world

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Jodi Laird

Jodi

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN HVN ISFM Dip FN

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I am Nurse Jodi; I qualified from Telford College as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2012 but started with Vets4Pets Livingston as a student veterinary nurse in 2010.


I enjoy working with feline patients, especially the feisty ones.

When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my young family.

At home, I have a moggie cat called Nala.

Erin Temple

Erin

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Erin; I graduated from Oatridge College in 2021.


I enjoy nursing of senior patients and working with aggressive dogs. I also have an interest in anaesthetics.  


When I am not at work I enjoy going to see live music, I really like small bands who have intimate gigs.

Rebecca

Rebecca

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Rebecca; I graduated from the college of Animal Welfare in 2018


I enjoy anaesthesia the most as no two surgeries are the same and very much varies from patient to patient. I also enjoy nursing inpatients. There is nothing more heart warming than nursing a sick patient back to health and creating a trust bond with them.


When I am not at work I love to travel, I have a self-converted campervan that I love to spend most of my time travelling around Scotland in. I also have my own Kayak that I love to take with me. 

At home, I have Cujo my black lab companion. He joins me on all my trips and loves to swim.

 

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Victoria

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Victoria; I graduated from Edinburgh Napier in July 2022.

I enjoy working with all different cases; I enjoy building bonds with our patients and helping them recover to health.


When I am not at work I like dancing and going to the gym. I enjoy going to see different rock bands and planning holidays to sunny destinations.

I have a love of Staffordshire Bull Terrier’s and hope to have another one in my home soon.  

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Cerys

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Cerys I have my veterinary nursing honours degree from the Edinburgh Napier University. I have also studied at SRUC and obtained HNC Animal Care.

I love working in theatre and in kennels. I love seeing the variety of different operation we do.

 When I am not at work, I love going on walks with my dogs up the pentland hills and spending time with my niece and nephew and taking them swimming.

At home, I have a Great Dane and his name is Cal. He is my soul dog and I do everything with him. I also live with three cocker spaniels called Hendrik, Lyla and Syd and Cal loves them.

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Jennifer

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Jennifer, I studied my vet nursing at SRUC Barony.

I love working with such a great team. My main clinical interests are anaesthetics and inpatient care

When I am not at work, I enjoy swimming and spending time with my family and friends. When the weather is nice, you can find me at the beach with my loveable Labrador Alfie.

 

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Samantha

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Samantha; I graduated from the College of Animal Welfare in 2016.

I took a break from Vet Nursing to work on a farm for a while but missed the interactions with small companion animals and returned to veterinary nursing in 2024.

I love nursing all the lovely pets who come in and meeting their owners.

When I am not at work, I am currently renovating a period property, which will become my ideal home. I also take part in lambing when the season comes.

At home, I have my dogs Ben & Rex my rescue cat Pixie and I have chickens

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Laura

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Laura, I graduated from Napier University in 2010.

I joined the team at Vets4Pets Livingston in 2025 after working in a specialist role doing orthopaedic theatre nursing.  

When I am nursing I enjoy thearter nursing and anaesthetics.

When I am not at work I am taking care of my young children and enjoy spending family time together and if I get a quite moment I enjoy reading.

At home, I have a dog called Robyn, a cat called Pheobe and two rats called nibbles and Joxa

Emma

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Emma one of the Nurses at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I joined the team in 2025 after working at another small animal practice.

I trained at the College of Animal Welfare graduating in December 2023.  

My special interest is theatre nursing especially anaesthetics. I enjoy nursing pets who require problem-solving work to make them healthy again.  

When I am not working, I enjoy keeping fit with my Cockapoo Poppy. I am a very sociable person and love to be around by friends. My Husband is a long distance lorry driver and I can often be found going along for new adventures with him in his lorry.

Shelby Dunn

Shelbey

Registered Veterinary Nurse

RVN

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I am Nurse Shelbey, I graduated from the College of Animal Welfare in 2024.

I joined the team at Vets4Pets Livingston in 2025 after working in another small animal practice.

I love all things Vet Nursing but have a particular interest in emergency care and surgical cases.

When I am not at work I can be found horse riding, working my dogs and enjoying a good book.

I have 4 Labradors named Peaches, Cougar, Goose and Daisy. I have Terry the wired haired daxy, Wolf the springer spaniel and George the cockapoo.

Brooke Armit

Brooke

Veterinary Care Assistant / Student Veterinary Nurse

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I am Brooke and I am a Veterinary Care Assistant.
I joined the team at Vets4Pets Livingston in 2025 after working in another small animal practice.
I am currently studying at college to become a Veterinary Nurse. In May 2024, I passed my Veterinary Care Assistant course at college and knew I wanted to go on to study Nursing. I love taking care of animals and helping others around me.
When I am not at work, I can be found horse riding with my two horses Mollie and Malone or seeing my friends and family.
At home I have a Great Dane called Maverick whom I love spending time with.

Kayleigh Little

Kayleigh

Client Services Manager

CertNCS (VCC), RVCCA

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My name is Kayleigh and I am the Client Services Manager at Vets4Pets Livingston. I started at Vets4Pets Livingston as a Client Care Advisor in August 2022 and then progressed into the Client Services Manager role in May 2023, which is a role I love.

I enjoy giving clients the best care and interacting with all the lovely pets. I also love supporting our team in any way I can. I enjoy furthering my skill set and have completed a certificate in veterinary client care non-clinical skills meaning I am a registered veterinary CCA. 

When I am not at work, I love going to see gigs, playing guitar and spending time with my two young children.

At home I have the very lovable Arlo the one eyed rescue cat and Bella the chocolate Labrador.

 

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Fiona

Client Care Advisor

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I am Fiona and I am a Client Care Advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston. I joined Vets4Pets Livingston in 2016 after having worked in various different administrative positions.

With not having any pets of my own, coming into work is like getting to meet a new pet every day!

My favourite part of the job is getting to see the progress the sick animals make, from seeing how poorly they are when they come in, to how happy and healthy they are when they leave and being able to support clients throughout that journey.

Knowing that we are able to make our clients happy by making sure their best friend is well looked after, always makes my day.

When I am not at work, I enjoy listening to music going out for dinner and being with my family.

 
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Symone

Client Care Advisor

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I am Symone and I am a Client Care Advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I enjoy interacting with all our clients and their pets. Being able to help a client is something I really enjoy.

When I am not at work I love going out and exploring abandoned places and buildings, but when I'm not doing this I love to curl up in bed with my furbaby called Diva. 


At home, I have a mini Zoo. I have 4 dogs,3  Shihtzu Crossbreeds called Oreo, Bear and Chewie. A Frenchie called Frankie and a cat, called Diva. 

Chloe Harris

Chloe

Client Care Advisor

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I am Chloe and I am a Client Care Advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston. I started in Vets4Pets Livingston as a weekend Client Care Advisor then when I finished my studies, I moved to being a full time member of the team.


My favourite part of the job is obviously meeting all the pets and getting to hand out some yummy biscuits! However, the most rewarding part of the job is taking the initial call or email and seeing the progress the pets make to getting better and back to their usual happy selves!

When I am not at work I enjoy being very sociable with my friends and family. I love to travel and see as many new places as I can.

At home, I have a very handsome 4-year old Jug called Harry - who quite often needs to visit the vet himself! He is very mischievous and gets himself into bother sometimes! 

Josh

Josh

Client Care Advisor

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I am Josh and I am a Client Care Advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston.

 

What I love most about my job is All the DOGS!! I love seeing them and helping owners. I also enjoy helping clients at times of worry and making them feel better.

 

When I am not at work, I enjoy playing the guitar, reading books and being with my friends and family.

Courtney

Courtney

Client Care Advisor

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My name is Courtney and I am a Client Care Advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I love all the pets who I get to meet on a daily basis and chatting away to their owners.

When I am not at work, I enjoy listening to music and being with my family and friends. I have two adorable cats at home called Hades and Ozzy.

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Alex

Client Care Advisor

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I am Alex and I am a new client care advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston.

I joined in the team in 2024 I have a background in dog grooming and enjoy all things pets.

My favourite part of the job is getting to greet all the pets coming into the practice and making a fuss of

them.

When I am not at work, I enjoy travelling and getting to see new places. I love music and try to go to as

many gigs and festivals as I can.

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Eve

Client Care Advisor

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My name is Eve and I am a Client Care Advisor at Vets4Pets Livingston. I joined the team in 2025.

The thing I enjoy most about my role is getting to meet different clients and helping them with their pets. I love to interact with all the pets when they are in the waiting area.

When I am not at work, I love to see live music, spending time with my family and friends and walking my best friend Poppy my Cavaschon dog.

 

Vets4Pets Livingston is a state of the art practice who are committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy, two contemporary theatre suites and specific kennels for cats, dogs and exotics. There is on-site car parking and both upstairs and downstairs consulting rooms for ease of client accessibility.

The friendly, highly trained team can't wait to meet all of their clients. 

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Services

  • Emergency cover
    Even if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
  • Open 7 Days a Week
    We are open 7 days a week.
  • Acupuncture
    Acupuncture has evolved from the ancient art of placing needles into particular locations on the body in order to alleviate pain, improve recovery rates and increase resistance to disease. It has been practised by the Chinese and other Eastern cultures for thousands of years and may be used to treat a wide variety of illnesses in people and animals.
  • Anaesthesia
    General anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.

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  • Biochemistry
    Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
  • Blood Pressure Monitor
    Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
  • Dental X-Ray
    Unlike humans, dogs need to be under general anesthesia for dental X-rays. Anesthesia is considered to be a safe procedure and will be performed after a general examination. It is tailored to the individual and your dog is continuously monitored during the dental exam.
  • Dentistry
    The treatment and prevention of dental disease
  • Digital X-Ray
    Digital X ray equipment is available.
  • ECG
    ECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
  • Endoscopy
    Enables us to capture real-time images of internal organs and structures using an endoscope.
  • Exotic Pet
    Can see a range of patients, from small animals through to reptiles.
  • Fracture Repair
    Orthopaedic surgery to correct broken bones.
  • Haematology – Blood testing
    Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
  • Health Plans
    Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
  • Hospital Ward
    Suite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
  • In-house Laboratory
    A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
  • Isolation Unit
    A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
  • Locally Owned
    This practice is locally owned.
  • Medication
    Medication
  • Microchipping
    A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
  • Nurse Clinic
    Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
  • Nutritional Advice
    Advice and support for your pet's diet.
  • Late Opening Times
    Late Opening Times
  • Operating Theatre
    An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
  • Orthopaedics
    Surgery of joints and bones.
  • Oxygen Chamber
    Enables us to provide supplemental oxygen when needed.
  • Prescriptions
    We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
  • Separated Dog & Cat Wards and Isolation Units
    Separate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
  • Soft Tissue
    Surgical procedures involving the soft tissues such as ears and skin.
  • Tonopen - Eye Pressure Testing
    Measures eye pressure.
  • Ultrasound
    Generates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
  • Weight Clinic
    Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
  • X-Ray
    Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
  • X-Ray & Ultrasound
    X-Ray & Ultrasound

Our practice prices

We are a locally owned practice and review our prices regularly to ensure we offer our clients the best value for money.

Our team are always happy to discuss pricing and treatment options and provide estimates in advance of any treatment for your pet. Please see below for the prices of our most frequently used services and treatments.

Appointment Price
Vet Consultation £67.00
Microchipping £29.00
Written prescription fee From £21.50
Re-examination repeat prescription £57.00
Nurse Consultation £30.00
Annual booster vaccination £75.00
Kennel Cough £54.00
Annual booster vaccination (Inc. Kennel Cough) £109.00
Puppy full vaccination course £120.00
Spay (Female Dog) From £380.00
Castration (Male Dog) From £255.00

Better for your pet, better for your pocket

Our Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet.

Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details

Appointment Price
Vet Consultation £67.00
Microchipping £29.00
Written prescription fee From £21.50
Re-examination repeat prescription £57.00
Nurse Consultation £30.00
Annual booster vaccination £75.00
Kitten full vaccination course £120.00
Spay (Female Cat) From £150.00
Castration (Male Cat) From £94.00

Better for your pet, better for your pocket

Our Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet.

Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details

Appointment Price
Vet Consultation £67.00
Microchipping £29.00
Written prescription fee From £21.50
Re-examination repeat prescription £57.00
Nurse Consultation £30.00
Vaccination (Rabbit) £90.00
Spay (Female Rabbit) From £250.00
Castration (Male Rabbit) From £190.00

Better for your pet, better for your pocket

Our Complete Care health plans are a simple, cost-effective way to keep your pet protected, including annual vaccinations and preventative year round treatments tailored to your pet.

Find out more here, or ask the practice team for details

Terms and Conditions

For further information on our pricing and details of what each appointment/treatment includes please contact the practice.

All Prices include VAT and are subject to change.

*1 General policy of this practice is to re-examine an animal on a regular basis. Our team will discuss the most appropriate re-examination frequency with you.

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Practice accreditations

  • RCVS accreditation EDITED

Health Plans

Health Plan

Complete Care

From £9.99* per month
Save over £300† on routine healthcare
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Health Plan

Complete Care Plus

From £19.99* per month
Our most comprehensive plan for dogs and cats
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Health Plans

Flea & Worm Pack

Protect your pet and your pocket!
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Health Plan

Vac4Life

Just £99
Vac4Life is a preventative plan following primary vaccinations
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Out of hours

Vets Now Edinburgh
2b Hutchison Crossway
Gorgie
Edinburgh
EH14 1RR

Telephone: 0131 444 0990