Caring for Pets, Comforting Owners,Right at Home
We specialise in home visit veterinary care throughout Maidstone Kent.
We understand that your pets are part of your family. That’s why we bring compassionate, professional veterinary care straight to your door. Whether it’s a routine check-up, vaccinations, or support during an emergency, our experienced vets can visit your home, day or night.
Emergency? Call 01622 291510
What We Can Treat at Home
Our Kent house call vets provide home visits for routine consultations and treatments, vaccinations, health checks, microchipping, anal glands, nail clips and all preventative healthcare. We also offer a 24-hour emergency ambulance service for any pet in urgent need, whatever the cause, alongside calm, considerate care for elderly or anxious pets, and compassionate end-of-life support when it’s needed. We bring a travelling vet clinic to you, safely, calmly, and compassionately.
The vehicles are all approved by the DEFRA Welfare in Transport, DVLA and APHA approved ambulance and qualify for both long and short journeys.All our operators are RCVS accredited veterinary nurses and vets, or pet first aid and pet handling trained persons. Their skills include handling and administering medications.The vehicles carry pet first aid equipment, pet carriers, hygiene and cleaning solutions, leads, muzzles, operator safety kit, and extras such as spare vet beds, towels, blankets etc.
Our Pet Ambulance Service
Whatever the emergency, our fully equipped pet ambulances can reach you, day or night. From road traffic accidents and breathing difficulties to seizures, poisoning, or sudden collapse, our RCVS-accredited vets and nurses bring hospital-grade care directly to your pet’s side, with full transport to further treatment if needed.
What to do in an Emergency
In any situation where you think your animal needs to be seen, it is always best to phone us first on 01622 291510 for advice and so that we can be prepared for your arrival or if necessary to arrange a call out. You should always consult your vet before administering any treatments and withhold food and water if your pet should require an anaesthetic.
Breathing difficulties
Laboured or rapid breathing, choking, or gasping.
Collapse or unconsciousness
Your pet has lost consciousness or is unable to stand or walk.
Severe bleeding
Bleeding that doesn't stop after applying pressure or blood from the eyes, ears, mouth, nose, or rectum.
Seizures
Uncontrolled shaking, convulsions, or fitting.
Trauma
Broken bone, Road Traffic Accident, Any significant injury, redness or swelling of the eye.
Suspected poisoning
Ingestion of toxic substances
Bloated or hard abdomen
Especially in large dogs, this could be a sign of a life-threatening condition gastric dilation and volvulus (GDV).
Severe vomiting or diarrhoea
Especially if it contains blood or is happening repeatedly, leading to lethargy.
Inability to urinate or defecate
This is particularly critical for male cats who may be straining to urinate.
Difficulty giving birth
If a pregnant animal is straining for more than 20 minutes without delivering a puppy or kitten, or there is a visible, stuck foetus.
Severe pain
If your pet is in obvious pain, crying out, or showing a sudden behavioural change like aggression.
Flystrike
In rabbits, if you notice a fly egg or larva on them.
At-Home Pet Euthanasia
For pets reaching the end of their journey, we also offer respectful, compassionate at-home euthanasia across Kent, including Maidstone and surrounding areas, so families can say goodbye in familiar, peaceful surroundings.
Out-of-Hours Emergencies
If you need urgent help outside normal hours, please contact us – we’re always here when it matters most.Serving Maidstone and surrounding areas.
Call 01622 291510
Emergencies and Home Visit Details
When your pet needs urgent veterinary care, our dedicated Veterinary Ambulance Service provides safe, professional transport for sick, injured and recovering animals. Whether it’s an emergency, a planned procedure or transport between veterinary practices, our experienced team is here to help.
Our fully equipped veterinary ambulance is designed to transport a wide range of companion animals safely and comfortably while minimising stress.
Our emergency ambulance service includes:
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- Emergency pet transport
- Urgent veterinary transfers
- Emergency dog transport
- Emergency cat transport
- Rabbit emergency transport
- Injured animal transport
- Road traffic accident response
- Emergency veterinary hospital transfers
- Same-day emergency transport
- Veterinary referral transfers
- Out-of-hours pet transport
- Emergency exotic pet transport
We also provide transport for routine and scheduled appointments, including:
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- Veterinary appointments
- Specialist referrals
- Surgical admissions
- MRI and CT scan appointments
- Hydrotherapy appointments
- Rehabilitation appointments
- Dental procedures
- Orthopaedic surgery
- TPLO surgery
- BOAS surgery
- Soft tissue surgery
- Specialist consultations
- Oncology appointments
- Chemotherapy appointments
- Physiotherapy appointments
If you’re unable to travel, we can collect your pet directly from your home and return them safely following treatment. Services include:
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- Home collection
- Home return after surgery
- Elderly owner assistance
- Disabled owner support
- Collection for routine procedures
- Collection for day surgery
- Collection for diagnostic imaging
- Collection for dental procedures
Our compassionate team provides respectful transport for pets requiring end-of-life care. Services include:
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- Home euthanasia support
- Transport for euthanasia appointments
- Compassionate pet transport
- End-of-life veterinary care
- Crematorium transfers
- Individual cremation transport
We provide transport for:
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- Dogs
- Cats
- Rabbits
- Guinea pigs
- Ferrets
- Birds
- Reptiles
- Small mammals
- Exotic pets
We understand that transporting an unwell pet can be stressful. Our team is trained to ensure your pet remains as comfortable and safe as possible throughout their journey. We provide:
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- Dedicated veterinary ambulance
- Experienced animal handlers
- Veterinary-trained staff
- Safe and secure transport
- Comfortable travel environment
- Stress-free handling
- Prompt response
- Collection and return service
- Communication throughout your pet’s journey
- Professional and compassionate care
Our Veterinary Ambulance Service covers Kent and the surrounding areas. Please contact us to discuss availability and transport outside our standard service area.
Whether your pet requires emergency transport, referral to a specialist, collection for surgery or assistance getting to a veterinary appointment, our Veterinary Ambulance Service is here to help.
Contact Noah’s Ark Veterinary Practice today to arrange safe, professional transport for your pet.
Pet Insurance
We strongly recommend pet insurance as a way to protect both your pet and your peace of mind. Unexpected illnesses, accidents, or ongoing treatments can lead to significant veterinary costs, and having the right insurance cover can ensure your pet receives the care they need—without delay or compromise.There are many providers and policy types available, so it’s important to choose one that suits both your budget and your pet’s individual needs. Our team is happy to offer guidance on what to look for in a policy, including considerations around breed-specific conditions, pre-existing issues, and cover for routine care.If you’re unsure where to start, just ask—we’re here to help.For more details on treatment costs or to request a full price list, please get in touch with us directly.
