Emergency Vets in Norfolk

Dereham Vets is an independent practice (led by Flo Scott) for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and other small furries, operating from a purpose-built, fully-equipped clinic. It provides its own out-of-hours emergency service (handled at the practice). Reviews most often describe calm handling of pets (including a puppy “so relaxed, she had a sleep”), same-day escalation/referrals when animals are seriously unwell, and clear conversations about costs (including being quoted a top-end estimate and then paying less).

Oakwood Veterinary Group is a long-established practice (the website says it has cared for pets for over 100 years) with in-house lab facilities and “advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment.” Routine preventative care is a clear focus (vaccinations, microchipping, neutering, parasite treatments), and reviews also describe problem-solving appointments such as a dog’s broken dew claw being treated in-clinic. For emergencies, the website states out-of-hours care is provided via a partnership with Swayne & Partners, offering a 24-hour hospital with a night vet and RVN nursing team. Practical touches mentioned in reviews include combining multiple needs in one visit (dew claw treatment plus annual vaccination) and a vaginal swab being done free of charge.

Wensum Valley Veterinary Surgeons is an equine-focused (and farm-client) practice with a purpose-built clinic and stated 24/7 emergency availability. Recent reviews describe the team handling on-yard injuries and practical emergencies: stitching a large abdominal wound on an older horse (with later removal of dead skin), treating a damaged ligament over an extended period, and attending to sedate a horse that wouldn’t load so it could travel safely. Owners repeatedly mention clear explanations of each stage of treatment and a focus on welfare over “tidy” or unnecessary work.

Taverham Vets Longwater is part of a wider practice that includes a veterinary hospital with modern facilities and specialist equipment, plus two branch surgeries, a rehabilitation centre (hydrotherapy and physiotherapy), and a luxury cattery. The clinic also states it provides 24/7 support via a dedicated emergency service. In recent reviews, owners most often mention staff explaining findings in detail and being gentle with nervous pets; there’s also a recent 1‑star rating without a written explanation.

Uplands Way Veterinary Clinic is a long-established practice (the clinic website states over 100 years of experience). Recent reviews point to a setup that can handle both routine care and urgent situations: owners mention being seen promptly for “real emergencies,” and others describe being kept informed when emergencies caused delays. Practical touches noted include prompts to order repeat medications, a calm/clean environment, and support around end-of-life care (including a bereavement room mentioned by one reviewer).

Toll Barn Veterinary Centre Limited is a family-run, independent practice that was purpose-built and opened in 2014 by Faye (a veterinary surgeon and Director). The clinic is set up to handle a wide range of in-house work, including complex surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures, supported by facilities such as an onsite CT scanner, laser therapy, platelet regeneration and cryotherapy. The website states a 24/7 on-site out-of-hours emergency service for existing clients, with a vet and nurse on duty overnight.

Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership is a long-established, five-branch practice (over 100 years, per its website) that offers routine appointments as well as faster-turnaround care when something is urgent (for example, one reviewer says their dog was seen immediately after an attack). Clinic data also lists emergency veterinary services and that it’s a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews frequently mention being seen quickly and that vets handle anxious cats gently, but there are also recurring concerns about cost transparency—particularly around medication pricing and itemised bills—and one report of serious admin/consent issues related to the Pet Health Club.

Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership is a five-branch veterinary partnership with roots going back over 100 years. Based on the clinic information and website summary, it covers a wide mix of work—companion animals as well as livestock and equine cases (the site notes that large animal vets operate out of this surgery), and it’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews suggest the clinic is often used for long-term routine care for dogs, as well as difficult appointments such as euthanasia, with multiple owners describing staff as compassionate and reassuring at end-of-life.