List of best vets around Gwynedd
Gwynedd is big, hilly and sparsely populated, so the practices are spread out and distance matters. Here are eight that we found on Google, with the details you need to compare them. If you’re trying to judge whether something needs a vet at all, our guide to sick dog symptoms is a handy start.
1. Cibyn Vets – Caernarfon
Address: Cibyn Industrial Estate, Llanberis Rd, Caernarfon LL55 2BD
Phone: +44 1286 673026
Open weekdays 8:30am to 6:30pm and Saturday mornings, according to Google.
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2. Parc Vetcare – Bangor
Address: 8 Ash Court, Parc Menai, Bangor LL57 4DF
Phone: +44 1248 679281
Google lists this practice as open 24 hours a day, every day. Please phone to confirm how that works.
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3. Milfeddygon Deufor – Y Ffôr
Address: Y Ffôr, Pwllheli LL53 6UB
Phone: +44 1766 810277
A Llŷn peninsula practice, open weekdays 8:30am to 5:30pm and Saturday mornings, according to Google.
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4. Milfeddygon Dolgellau – Dolgellau
Address: Bala Rd, Dolgellau LL40 2YF
Phone: +44 1341 422212
Open weekdays 9am to 5pm and closed at weekends, according to Google.
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5. Wern Vets – Bala
Address: 9 Ffrydan Rd, Bala LL23 7RU
Phone: +44 1678 521466
Open weekdays 8:30am to 6:30pm and Saturday until 1:30pm, according to Google.
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6. Milfeddygon Deufor – Porthmadog
Address: 52 Madoc St, Porthmadog LL49 9DB
Phone: +44 1766 513651
The Porthmadog branch of the Y Ffôr practice. Google shows short weekday sessions (9am to 10am and 4pm to 5:15pm), so please ring ahead.
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7. Williams Vets – Tywyn
Address: Pendre Enterprise Park, Tywyn LL36 9LW
Phone: +44 1654 710948
On the Cardigan Bay coast, open weekdays 8:30am to 5pm and Saturday mornings, according to Google.
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8. Cambrian Vets – Tywyn
Address: College Grn, Tywyn LL36 9BY
Phone: +44 1654 710416
Open weekdays 9am to 5pm and closed at weekends, according to Google.
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Tips for Choosing a Vet in Gwynedd
- Think about the drive. Distances here are long, so pick a practice you can reach quickly if your dog needs help.
- Bangor shows 24-hour opening. If you live nearby, that’s useful to know before an emergency.
- Visiting with your dog? Holiday visitors are common here, so it’s worth saving a local number before you set off on a long walk.
- Talk to your vet about anxiety. If travel or new places unsettle your dog, ask for advice first. Calmshops has a calming dog collar if you’d like to look, but your vet can say what will suit your dog.
Conclusion
Gwynedd has fewer practices than the south, but there is good coverage from Caernarfon and Bangor to Dolgellau and Bala. For more local help, see our Gwynedd dog services guide. Listings and hours come from Google and can change, so please confirm with the practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a vet open 24 hours in Gwynedd?
Google lists Parc Vetcare at Parc Menai, Bangor, as open 24 hours a day. Please phone to confirm how that works for emergencies, because it is the only listing here with round-the-clock hours.
How far will I need to travel to a vet in Gwynedd?
Gwynedd is large and hilly, and the practices listed are spread from Caernarfon and Bangor to Dolgellau and Bala. Work out the real journey time from your home, in winter as well as summer, before you choose.
Can I speak Welsh at a Gwynedd vet?
Welsh is widely spoken here, but we have not confirmed Welsh-speaking staff at any listed practice, so ask when you ring.
What should I do if I am walking in Snowdonia and my dog needs a vet?
Save a nearby practice’s number before you set off, as mobile signal can be patchy in the hills. If you are unsure how serious a problem is, phone a vet for advice before you drive anywhere.
