List of best vets around Fife
Fife stretches from the Forth towns of Dunfermline and Kirkcaldy up to St Andrews and the East Neuk, so a vet that is handy for one corner is a long drive from another. Here are eight practices spread across the kingdom, taken from Google listings with the hours Google shows. If you are not sure whether something needs a vet visit, our sick dog symptoms guide can help you decide what to mention, and your vet will always have the final word.
1. St Clair Vets – Kirkcaldy
Address: 2 Pottery St, Kirkcaldy KY1 3ET
Phone: +44 1592 599500
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Sat 8:30am–6:30pm, Sun 8:30am–12pm
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2. Albavet Veterinary Centre – Kirkcaldy
Address: 24 Nicol St, Kirkcaldy KY1 1NY
Phone: +44 1592 641333
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat–Sun 9am–5pm
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3. Provost Vets – St Andrews
Address: 31 Largo Rd, St Andrews KY16 8NJ
Phone: +44 1334 466800
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Fri 8:30am–7pm, Sat 8:30am–1pm
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4. Wilson & Partners – St Andrews
Address: 33 Argyle St, St Andrews KY16 9BX
Phone: +44 1334 479279
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Tue 9am–7pm, Wed–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–12pm
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5. Eden Veterinary Practice – Cupar
Address: Cupar Trading Estate, Cupar KY15 4SX
Phone: +44 1334 650888
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Fri 8:30am–7pm, Sat 9am–1pm
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6. East Neuk Veterinary Clinic – St Monans
Address: Station Rd, Netherton Estate, St Monans KY10 2DW
Phone: +44 1333 739199
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Fri 8:30am–6:30pm, Sat 8:30am–12pm
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7. Ferguson Veterinary Clinic – Glenrothes
Address: Bankhead Park, Bankhead Roundabout, Glenrothes KY7 6GH
Phone: +44 1592 407788
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Fri 8:30am–6:30pm, Sat 8:30am–5:30pm
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8. 3 Bridges Vets – Dunfermline
Address: Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfermline KY11 7HQ
Phone: +44 1383 667160
Opening hours (Google): Mon–Fri 8:30am–6pm, Sat 9:30am–12:30pm
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Tips for Choosing a Vet in Fife
- Choose with the map in mind. In a county this spread out, a practice twenty minutes closer can make a real difference on a bad day.
- We have not been able to verify out-of-hours cover for each practice above, so ask each one who looks after your dog in the evening and at weekends, and keep that number handy.
- Ask how the practice handles emergencies and whether you can drop in or must book.
- If you are curious about everyday extras such as dog supplements and vitamins, you can browse Calmshops, but check with your vet before adding anything new.
- Coastal walkers: mention any recent flea or tick products if you plan to let your dog in the sea, and ask your vet for advice.
Conclusion
A vet who knows your dog is a real comfort, so it is worth registering before you need one. For more local help, visit our Fife dog services hub. Details come from Google and can change, so please confirm with the practice before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where in Fife are these vets?
The list covers Kirkcaldy (St Clair Vets and Albavet), St Andrews (Provost Vets and Wilson & Partners), Cupar, St Monans in the East Neuk, Glenrothes and Dunfermline. Fife is spread out, so choose with the map in mind.
Which Fife vets open on a Sunday?
Google shows Sunday opening at St Clair Vets in Kirkcaldy (8:30am to 12pm) and at Albavet Veterinary Centre in Kirkcaldy (9am to 5pm). The others are listed Monday to Saturday only, so phone to confirm before you travel.
Is out-of-hours cover listed for these Fife practices?
We have not been able to verify out-of-hours cover for any of them. Ask your practice who looks after your dog in the evening and at weekends, and keep that number handy.
Should I tell my vet before my dog swims in the sea?
It is worth mentioning any recent flea or tick product, because some outdoor-access guidance for Fife says a dog should not go into water after certain spot-on treatments. Ask your vet about your own product. Our Fife dog swimming guide covers the beaches.
Written by Georgiana & Figo.
