The 30 Best Small animals in London

“Jemma provided an excellent standard of care for my two guinea pigs while I was away for a week. One of our piggies is on medication and Jemma’s experience and knowledge was amazing. She provided us with regular updates and photos and it was a home from home for them. Jenny and Simone are looking forward to staying at Sleepy Burrows again soon!”

“We take the toy poodle to Animal Magic every six weeks and they really know how to make a dog look its best, fantastic service at a reasonable price, brilliant.”

“Kenny stayed at Bunny Haven over Christmas 2025 and was well looked after. He had a nail trim during his visit and we had photos and updates. He was relaxed and happy when we got him home again. Thank you so much for taking good care of him!”

“I’ve taken both my dogs to creatures great and small for their grooming. In total over 15 years. What wonderful staff, who obviously love our precious family pets. I would not hesitate to recommend them. My Shiz Zu, Boe has a number of health issues but the wonder that is Jenny always takes such care with her. And the lovely assistant who serves and takes booking is always delightful.”

“Staff are all fantastic, reception & accounts very friendly. Nursing staff are amazing, all very caring and just lovely lovely people. Can't rate them highly enough. Our dog has been well cared for and is still receiving excellent treatment with Hydrotherapy.”

“We have used Kingfisher for about 3 years. Have always received great service and would recommend to anyone. We know our cat is in safe hands when we leave him there and don't need to worry about him.”

“I dog sat for a few weeks for a friend. They warned me she is not a fan of groomers. Colleen and her team dispelled that myth, and got to clean her ears from wax and hair, which other groomers could not as she fully resisted! No more mites! She is a much happier dog as a result and definitely a customer for her life. My friends are super happy! Thank you!”

“This is the best decision I made for my puppy. They were so good at helping me work out the right time to enrol and care about her so much. They are incredible and we are so grateful to them.”

“totally recommend it! i've been going to the practice for 3 years and the vets are very friendly and accomodating.”

“After my Galah cockatoo managed to get his foot stuck in the cage and dislocated his foot, we drove an hour to Tari Vets after being booked in for the first available appointment. Harvey managed to set his foot into place and a week onwards my Parrot is back to being a happy noisy bird. Cant thank Harvey enough, top guy who knows his stuff. We are glad we could find a specialist who could help.”

“Great place for kids and serious nature lovers. Our 5 and 7 year olds had a great time and sustained interest from 10.30-3.30 with huge range of activities. Video game incorporating kids sketches a particular favourite. Catering good but slow”

“Just had our Basset Hound, Ruby, groomed here and very pleased with the service and staff. Ruby looks and smells lovely!”

“All the staff at the London animal hospital are wonderful and very caring. Unfortunately we had to have our kitten to put to sleep, and they went above and beyond ensuring we knew the risks of trying to treat him and what we could expect.They allowed me to take my time and say goodbye properly, and I know for a fact he was given so much love by everyone there when he had to go. The vets and the veterinary nurses I have seen are an absolute credit to this place. They checked in with us frequently afterwards, which was a lovely touch. They treated the situation with care and respect and I will always always use this veterinary practice. They have also been brilliant with our other cat, and the fact they remember both yours and your pets name when you have to visit makes you feel incredibly welcome. I love that they are open 24/7, and having made a late night trip, the level of care is always to the highest standard. Thanks again, you guys are amazing!”

“I’ve been bringing my Pomeranians to Bow Wow London for over 7 years, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with their grooming. Poms are notoriously tough to groom – their coats need real skill, patience, and care – and the team here is simply amazing. They always treat my dogs like royalty, and the results are consistently flawless. My Poms come out looking like little showstoppers every single time. If you want groomers who truly understand the breed, take genuine care, and deliver beautiful results, I can’t recommend Bow Wow London enough.”

“My feisty chinchilla was laid low with tooth problems but after treatment is fit and well. The history taken before the op was thorough and detailed. I was kept informed throughout and meticulously advised on her meds and how to administer. So much care and trouble has been taken every step of the way. I have not, in 20 years of keeping chinchillas, encountered such a high standard of care. Thank you, lovely people :)”

“5 stars because: * the people are friendly and knowledgeable * they can put you in touch with great locals for pet setting * they stock my cat's food (basically the only store in London it turns out!) * but the biggest draw here is Mika, the store cat. She never tires of pats and tickles and is just ever so sweet and lovely!”

“Our two cats were neutered here today, the veterinary nurses were absolutely fantastic and really thorough when explaining the procedure to us. They kept us updated and post-surgery checked in with us to let us know our boys were okay. A seamless and fantastic process from start to finish. Thank you ❤️”

“This animal rescue centre is a sweet place that's run by volunteers and looks after animals in need of assistance. You can pay a small fee to visit the animals, which I highly recommend, before stopping for a drink and a snack on your way out. Well worth supporting!”

“She rebonded my gerbils when they fell out. Not only that, she helped me figure out exactly WHY the falling out happened and taught me how she bonded them so when the time came and one died, I was able to successfully rebind myself”

“Snoops has been going to Jo and Small Paws for over 2 years , he absolutely loves it , has made so many friends ,and many girlfriends too!! His favourites are playing with his mates for hours , the paddling Pool , and cuddles with Jo , she is amazing with Snoops he has the best time when he is there and I only wish I could go there too lol , thank you for all you do xx Tracey & Snoops”

“What a fabulous team! I had to get 3 cats to Wales due to a house move. They took my provisional booking and honoured it even though i couldn't confirm the actual transfer until the afternoon before due to issues with the house purchase/sale process! Friendly & professional throughout, Paul & Sarah are absolutely lovely people. I felt really confident trusting them with my much loved cats. I would 100% recommend their cat transport service! A+++star!”

“Beautiful place! Andres was absolutely amazing — so welcoming and a fantastic carer for the dogs! The dogs were not only adorable but also very well trained, making the experience even more enjoyable. The store itself was beautiful, spotless, and had such a warm, inviting atmosphere. It was truly the best experience I’ve had in London so far, and I can’t recommend it enough for any dog lover! PS amazing boutique”

“We regularly use Purple Paws for our rabbit. Jane offers great friendly service and is very accommodating. The hutches are an ideal size, hay and water is always well supplied and everything is so clean. I wouldn't use anyone else and know she'll take good care of my rabbit.”

“Our piggies had a lovely time with Kerry during their stay! Our girls missed their pets but were happy to see pictures & videos of them online and to see that they were happily running about & eating their veggies. Would definitely recommend this lovely little pet hotel. Sweet little place and all the animals looked as though they were well looked after. Thank you so much, Kerry! From Pepper & Pickles xx”

“Simply put, Pickles are the best Vet we’ve ever had in London. Cannot recommend them highly enough and we’ve been through it all - chronic illness and an operation for our dog, through to handling the passing of our beloved family cat - all done with the utmost care and sympathy. Booking an appointment is easy with the app, and follow ups are quick, prescriptions are hassle free. Thank you everyone and especially Rory, Emily & Clare, for eveything.”

“A very easy and straightforward process. My dog had a rabies vaccination at my local vets and I then contacted Heathrow vets to finalise the rest of the process. I was given an easy form to complete online and we made an appointment. The paperwork was already completed by the time I arrived and I was in and out of the practice in less than ten minutes. It couldn’t have been easier.”