Vaccinations
Puppy and kitten courses, annual boosters, and kennel cough for dogs that board or go to daycare.
For very important pets.Painted on our window, 226-228 Essex Road
Your vet on Essex Road, N1
A neighbourhood practice for cats, dogs, rabbits and small mammals, five minutes from Essex Road station. Co-owned by Leonardo Marrone and run by the nine people you will actually meet.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Tuesday
- 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Wednesday
- 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Thursday
- 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Friday
- 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Saturday
- 9:00am – 1:00pm
Outside these hours, including Sunday, call 020 7584 2019 for Medivet 24 Hour Kensington. What that means →
What we do here
Routine care, diagnostics and surgery, on one site
Everyday appointments and most procedures happen at Essex Road rather than somewhere across London.
Health checks
A first appointment is free for every newly registered pet, whatever the species or age.
Neutering
Castration and spaying for cats and dogs, carried out in our own theatre.
Parasite care
Flea, tick and worming treatment, and prescriptions kept up to date on the healthcare plan.
Microchipping
Quick, and a legal requirement for dogs and cats in England.
Dentistry
Dental assessment and treatment with digital dental x-ray on site.
The building behind the appointment
Four consult rooms, separate cat and dog wards, a prep room and theatre, and a large reception rather than a corridor. On site we have ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, an endoscope and an in-house laboratory, so most results come back during the visit instead of a week later.
The practice is RCVS accredited and holds a Cat Friendly Clinic Silver award.
What it costs
Our prices, in the open
The full standard list, and what the same item costs on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Nothing here needs a phone call to find out.
Dogs standard / plan
| Item | Standard | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| First appointment | Free | Free |
| Standard appointment | £60.00 | £54.00 |
| Annual booster | £90.00 | Included |
| Annual booster incl. kennel cough | £141.00 | Included |
| Puppy course, 1st + 2nd | £110.00 | Included |
| Puppy course, 1st + 2nd + 3rd | £143.00 | Included |
| Castration, procedure only | from £342 | from £307.80 |
| Spay, procedure only | from £390 | from £351.00 |
| Healthcare Plan | from £17.50 a month | |
Cats standard / plan
| Item | Standard | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| First appointment | Free | Free |
| Standard appointment | £60.00 | £54.00 |
| Annual booster | £87.00 | Included |
| Kitten course, 1st + 2nd | £122.00 | Included |
| Kitten course, 1st + 2nd + 3rd | £159.00 | Included |
| Castration, procedure only | £136.00 | £122.40 |
| Spay, procedure only | £216.00 | £194.40 |
| Healthcare Plan | £15.50 a month | |
One free first consultation per newly registered pet, any species or age, up to two pets per client. A third puppy or kitten vaccination is given on clinical recommendation. Unlimited consultations can be added to a dog, cat or rabbit Healthcare Plan for £14 a month – ask the team. Prices as published by the practice and correct at the time of writing; please confirm when you book.
Who you will meet
Nine people, and most of them brought their own pet to work
The same faces at reception and in the consult room, week after week.
Leonardo Marrone
Partner, MRCVSGraduated in Teramo in 2016, four years in first-opinion practice in Cardiff, then internships at two specialist hospitals. Working towards his surgical certificate, with a particular interest in orthopaedics.
Varisha Ashraf
Veterinary surgeonParticular interest in emergency and critical care, and studying towards the BSAVA certificate in ECC. Shares her home with Neneh, a senior rescue dog.
Anton Toletskiy
Head veterinary nurseOver ten years of nursing experience, with a particular interest in preventive care and in teaching student nurses.
Rita Teixeira
Registered veterinary nurseWith Medivet since 2021. Works mainly with intensive care cases, which is where the bond with an animal gets built. At home, a dog called Lila and a cat called Nico.
Jade Stechman
Student veterinary nurseTraining with us while she qualifies. A dog named Kaiser and a cat named Bessie at home.
Olive Simms
Veterinary care assistantRan her own dog care business before joining, and is now working towards becoming a veterinary nurse. Two rescue cats, Peanut and Hazel.
Noreen Kerins
Client care assistantJoined in 2021 and has been a familiar face at reception ever since. The person who sorts things out quickly when something goes wrong.
Walter Raposo
Client care assistantCame to Medivet in November 2023 from a career in hospitality, and has owned dogs, cats, rabbits and parrots.
Paul Orr
Head client care assistantHead of client care here for over half a decade, so that the clinical team can concentrate on the animal. Four cats and some fish.
From our Google reviews
What clients on Essex Road say
★★★★★
“We have been with Medivet Canonbury for a few years now. Our dog Ziggy is always so well looked after, Leo is a very caring vet who always has Ziggy’s best interest in mind. The receptionists are amazing too and always help out when I have the dog and two kids in tow!”
Google review
★★★★★
“My cat developed a wound in the corner of his eye, so I called Medivet, registered over the phone, and was seen within 20 minutes. The vet and all the staff were warm, friendly, and reassuring.”
Google review
★★★★★
“I am deeply grateful to Canonbury Medivet for the care and support they provided over the past year as my dog, Zoe, went through a few health challenges – the team was always kind, patient and compassionate throughout.”
Google review
If something happens after hours
Out of hours, on Sundays and overnight, our clients are seen at Medivet 24 Hour Kensington, 1-5 Gloucester Road, London SW7 4PP. There is no charge for an assessment over the phone; the out-of-hours consultation fee is £130.
Finding us
226-228 Essex Road, London N1 3AP
Getting here
- Essex Road station (Great Northern) is a short walk away.
- Highbury & Islington station serves the Victoria line, Overground and Great Northern.
- Paid street parking outside on Essex Road.
- Step-free access from the pavement.
Getting in touch
