List of best vets around Isle of Anglesey
Anglesey is an island, so your nearest vet depends on which bridge you’re closest to and which side of the island you live on, more than anything else. We’ve pulled together the practices we could verify, spread from Gaerwen in the middle of the island to Holyhead on the Irish Sea side, so you can compare before you register. If you’re ever unsure how serious something is, our guide to working out how serious a symptom is is a good starting point, and your vet is always the final word.
1. Bennett-Williams Vets – Gaerwen
Address: Construction House, Gaerwen Industrial Estate, Anglesey LL60 6HR
Phone: 01248 422 373
Listed as open weekdays and Saturday mornings. Central to the island, so a reasonable drive from most of Anglesey.
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2. Aran Vet Clinic – Llangefni
Address: Unit 3, The Cefni Centre, Bryn Cefni Business Park, Llangefni, Anglesey LL77 7XA
Phone: 01248 750 255
Listed as open Monday to Friday, with Saturday morning appointments too.
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3. Milfeddygon Bodrwnsiwn Veterinary Group – Menai Bridge
Address: Veterinary Surgery, Menai Bridge, Anglesey LL59 5RW
Phone: 01248 716617
Handy for the south-east of the island and anyone crossing from the Gwynedd side.
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4. Anglesey Pet Clinic – Holyhead
Address: Cyttir Road, Kingsland, Holyhead, Anglesey LL65 2SY
Phone: 01407 764999
Listed as also opening at weekends, useful if Monday to Friday doesn’t work for you. The practice to know if you’re travelling to or from the Holyhead ferry with a dog.
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Tips for Choosing a Vet on Anglesey
- Think about the island’s geography, not just distance. A practice that looks close on the map can mean a longer drive than expected once you factor in the island’s roads, so pick somewhere you can reach quickly when your dog is unwell.
- Ask about weekend and out-of-hours cover. Not every practice here opens at weekends, so check now rather than when you need it.
- If you’re travelling via Holyhead, register the ferry-side practice too. Anglesey Pet Clinic is the obvious one to know about if you’re bringing a dog in or out via the Irish Sea crossing.
- Visit once when nothing is wrong. A short, calm first visit helps a nervy dog, and Calmshops stocks a Calmdogs calming collar that some owners like to have to hand. If your dog finds vet visits very stressful, speak to your vet about it.
Conclusion
Anglesey’s vet practices are spread right across the island, so pick by location and opening days first. For more on what’s nearby, see our Isle of Anglesey dog services guide. Listings, hours and phone numbers can change, so please confirm with the practice before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who do I call if my dog is unwell out of hours on Anglesey?
Start with your own practice. Most have a recorded message or answering service explaining what to do overnight and at weekends, so ask now how it works and save the number. If you’re unsure how urgent something is, ringing your vet is better than waiting.
Does it matter which part of the island my vet is on?
Yes. Anglesey is a big, rural island, so a practice that looks close on a map can still be a longer drive than you’d expect. Choose one you can reach easily when your dog is unwell, then check its opening days.
Can I register with a vet off the island?
Yes, nothing ties you to Anglesey itself. If you live near the Britannia or Menai bridges, a Bangor or Gwynedd practice may be just as close, so it’s worth comparing a few before you commit.
How reliable are the opening hours and phone numbers listed here?
They’re a good guide but can go out of date, and some practices run limited days. Ring the practice or check its own website before you travel, and ask which days a vet is in.
