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Vets in Orkney | Scotland Veterinary Directory

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About Veterinary Care in Orkney

Updated January 2026

This guide helps pet owners compare local veterinary options in Orkney based on services, animal coverage, and availability. Orkney is home to numerous veterinary clinics offering a wide range of services including routine care, surgery, diagnostics, dental care, and emergency treatment. From small animal practices specializing in dogs and cats to large animal and equine vets, the county provides comprehensive veterinary care for all types of pets and livestock. The veterinary clinics in Orkney provide essential services to pet owners across the region, with many offering 24-hour emergency care, specialist referral services, and advanced diagnostic capabilities. Whether you're looking for a local family vet or specialist care, Orkney has options to meet your needs.

Top Vets in Orkney

Highly rated veterinary clinics across Orkney, ranked by service quality and reviews

#1 Ranking

Our Score (78/100)

4.8(88 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic
cow
pig

Flett & Carmichael Veterinary Surgeons describes itself as an independent mixed practice, set up to see a wide range of animals (small animals, exotics/wildlife, farm and equine) and to provide a 24-hour emergency service. The website also lists veterinary nurse clinics, behaviour and weight clinics, puppy socialisation, visiting specialists, and end-of-life care. From the latest reviews available, owners most often point to practical access and communication: same-day appointments when phoning first thing, the ability to buy medication for a dog with an upset stomach, and out-of-hours emergency support (including updates during an inpatient stay described as a “kitty hospital”). Several reviews name staff who talked through options and costs before the first visit, and then phoned results through promptly and sensitively.

#2 Ranking

Our Score (77/100)

4.7(102 reviews)
Emergency ServicesVeterinary Nurse Training
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic
cow
pig

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd is a long-established veterinary practice (serving animals since 1861) that treats pets as well as farm animals and equines. The practice states it provides a 24-hour emergency service 365 days a year, and reviews describe rapid response for urgent cases (one dog was seen immediately and taken to surgery within around 15 minutes, then kept in for several nights). Owners also mention detailed communication and good handover of records (e.g., medical notes sent on to a follow-up vet after a biopsy), and dental work is specifically referenced (teeth cleaning with 10 extractions, plus diabetes diagnosed and insulin-injection guidance provided).

#3 Ranking

Our Score (70/100)

4.8(11 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic
cow
pig

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd is an independent veterinary group (no corporate parent mentioned) that treats pets, farm animals and equine, and has been operating since 1861. The website states it runs a 24-hour emergency service 365 days a year with a dedicated emergency team for out-of-hours calls. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe visits as “quick” and “efficient,” and mention friendly, professional interactions when bringing dogs in.

Our Score (26/100)

Emergency Services
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
rabbit
exotic
cow
pig

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd is a long-established veterinary practice (founded in 1861) that works across multiple branches. Based on the information available from its website and clinic data, it’s set up to support a broad mix of cases: routine and urgent care for pets, as well as farm animal and equine work. Distinctive practical features mentioned include a 24-hour emergency service available 365 days a year and online ordering of food or medication.

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