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Medivet Rayleigh – Downes Veterinary Surgeons

Rayleigh veterinary care for pets, birds and exotic animals

Rayleigh, Essex

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Medivet Rayleigh, also known as Downes Veterinary Surgeons, is on Eastwood Road. The practice treats cats, dogs, rabbits, small mammals, reptiles, poultry and other exotic pets. Free parking, ramp access and grab rails are available.

Facilities include separate cat and dog wards, an in-house laboratory, ultrasound and X-rays. The team provides routine consultations, vaccinations, dental care and neutering, with nurse clinics covering matters such as weight, nutrition and diabetes. Ask when booking about your animal’s species and any particular care requirements.

Outside the Rayleigh branch’s opening hours, emergency care is provided by Medivet 24 Hour Southend at 281 Eastwoodbury Lane. Call 01702 526666 before travelling.

Directory summary checked against the practice website on 10 September 2026.

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Consultations for small pets, birds and exotic animals
Vaccinations, microchipping and parasite care
Neutering and dentistry
Ultrasound, X-rays and ECG
In-house laboratory testing
Nurse clinics for weight, nutrition and diabetes
Animal health certificates for pet travel
Out-of-hours care at Medivet 24 Hour Southend

Address: 28 Eastwood Rd, Rayleigh SS6 7JQ, UK
SS6 7JQ
Phone: 01268 776883
Website: Visit practice website
Opening hours: Monday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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