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Your Trusted Vets in West Cumbria
West Lakeland Vets has been serving West Cumbria since the 1940s, delivering high-standard veterinary care with compassion and expertise. Our practice specialises in preventative health strategies and comprehensive treatment options for pets, equine, and farm animals. We prioritise client education, ensuring pet and livestock owners understand diagnostic and therapeutic choices to support animal wellbeing.Our team provides 24/7 emergency services, combining traditional values with modern veterinary practices. With surgeries in Egremont and Whitehaven, we maintain a commitment to local communities through accessible, reliable care and proactive health management advice for both companion and agricultural animals.
Services
Pet Vaccinations
Equine Dentistry
Farm Animal Health
Emergency Care
Preventative Health Care
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary services with experienced professionals
- Our team offers preventative health strategies for improved animal wellbeing
- Competitive pricing maintained across all veterinary treatments and medications
- Specialised services for pets, equine, and farm animals under one practice
- Decades of experience serving West Cumbria's agricultural and pet-owning communities
What people say
Compassionate care
Dedicated staff
Handled emergencies well
Long-term treatment support
Professional service
Services
Pet Vaccinations
We provide comprehensive vaccination programmes for cats, dogs, and small mammals. Our protocols follow current veterinary guidelines to protect against common infectious diseases. Clients receive detailed advice on vaccine schedules and post-vaccination care.
Equine Dentistry
Our equine dental services include routine check-ups, tooth filing, and treatment of dental conditions. Mobile services available for on-farm treatments. We use modern equipment to ensure horse comfort and long-term oral health.
Farm Animal Health
We offer herd health management, TB testing, and disease prevention strategies for cattle, sheep, and other livestock. Services include farm visits, productivity advice, and emergency treatments. Our vets provide tailored health plans for agricultural clients.
Emergency Care
24/7 emergency veterinary services for all animal types. Our team handles critical cases with immediate assessment and treatment. Emergency care includes stabilisation, diagnostics, and follow-up management for pets and farm animals.
Preventative Health Care
We develop customised preventative care programmes including parasite control, nutrition advice, and regular health checks. Our approach focuses on early disease detection and long-term wellbeing for companion and agricultural animals.
Questions
What services do you offer for farm animals?
We provide herd health management, TB testing, emergency treatments, and productivity advice for cattle, sheep, and other livestock with 24/7 farm visit availability.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care?
Yes, our practice offers round-the-clock emergency services for all animal types with immediate assessment and treatment at both surgery locations.
How can I book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked online or by calling either surgery: Egremont on 01946 820312 or Whitehaven on 01946 693303 during operating hours.
Are there parking facilities at your Egremont surgery?
Yes, client parking is available via Bank Lane adjacent to the Post Office at our Egremont surgery location.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve West Cumbria, covering Egremont, Whitehaven, and surrounding rural areas for both companion and agricultural animal care.
