Mobile Vet Health Checks for Dogs and Cats in London

A mobile vet health check in London is a convenient, low-stress way to protect your dog or cat’s long-term wellbeing. Pets age more quickly than people and can hide early signs of illness, so routine veterinary examinations are important for prevention and early detection.

Home Vets London provides scheduled veterinary health checks in the comfort of your home. Your pet can be examined in familiar surroundings, without a car journey, waiting room or contact with unfamiliar animals. This can be especially helpful for nervous cats, anxious dogs, older pets, households with several animals and owners who find travelling to a clinic difficult.

What is included in a nose-to-tail examination?

Every appointment is adapted to your pet’s age, medical history, lifestyle and current concerns. The veterinary examination may include the following areas.

Eyes, ears and mouth

We assess the eyes and ears for signs of irritation, inflammation or infection. The mouth, teeth and gums are checked for dental disease and other abnormalities.

Heart, lungs and circulation

We listen to the heart and lungs and assess breathing, heart rhythm and circulation for findings that may need monitoring or further investigation.

Abdomen and internal organs

Gentle abdominal palpation helps the vet assess areas including the liver, kidneys, stomach, spleen and bladder, and identify pain, enlargement or unusual changes.

Joints, movement and lymph nodes

The examination can identify stiffness, reduced mobility, joint discomfort or enlarged lymph nodes. Please tell us about any change in your pet’s walking, jumping, activity or behaviour.

Skin, coat and hydration

We inspect the skin and coat and look for parasites, irritation, lumps and changes in condition. Hydration and general body condition are also assessed.

Weight, nutrition and preventive care

We can discuss weight management, diet, dental care, vaccinations, microchipping and parasite prevention. Recommendations are tailored to your pet rather than applying a one-size-fits-all plan.

When should your pet have a health check?

Regular examinations are useful even when your pet appears well. Puppies, kittens, senior animals and pets living with chronic conditions may need more frequent reviews. You should also arrange an appointment if you notice changes in appetite, thirst, weight, mobility, breathing, toileting, skin, behaviour or energy levels.

If the examination indicates that further information is needed, the vet will explain the appropriate next steps. Depending on the circumstances, this may include a diagnostic test, treatment, monitoring or referral to a suitable veterinary facility.

Why choose a veterinary home visit?

Observing a pet at home can give useful context about mobility, behaviour and daily routines. The calmer setting also allows time to discuss your concerns and receive practical advice. Our mobile veterinary team serves Central London and surrounding areas from our base near Holborn, subject to appointment availability.

Book a mobile vet health check in London

Home Vets London Ltd provides scheduled home visits Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

For appointments and availability, please email contact@homevetslondon.com. Email is our preferred contact method. Alternatively, you can call Home Vets London on 020 3051 3763.

Veterinary emergencies

Home Vets London does not provide an emergency or weekend service. If your pet needs urgent veterinary attention, call Veteris, a 24/7 emergency veterinary service in Greater London, on 0330 808 9066.