About Us
At The Hoxton Vet, we believe great veterinary care starts with trust, consistency, and a deep understanding of your pet’s unique needs.
Whether you visit our independent vet practice in Hoxton or book a home visit, we’re here to support you and your animal companion every step of the way.
Our Story.
Amid the rising corporatisation of the veterinary industry, Maureen had a vision to establish a clinic that would provide the type of care she, as a dog owner herself, would want to see. The practice provides clients with a personal, tailored approach to their pet’s health. We offer a complete ‘nose to tail’ experience either at our Hoxton practice, or through home vet visits arranged to suit you.
Meet Dr. Maureen Murphy
Founder & Lead Vet
Dr. Murphy’s path to veterinary medicine began as a lifelong dog owner and devoted client. Her passion for animals eventually led her to retrain and graduate from the Royal Veterinary College in 2016—turning a personal love into a professional calling.
Before becoming a vet, she built a successful career in consulting and finance, and even launched a doggy daycare and grooming salon in East London while still studying. Her fresh perspective, having started as a pet parent first, gives her a deep understanding of what clients really want from their vet: time, trust, and continuity of care.
After an internship at a referral hospital near Winchester, she returned to small animal practice in Clerkenwell and spent several years as a locum vet across central London. Along the way, she witnessed the corporatisation of many once-independent practices, and saw how that shift impacted the quality of care.
With The Hoxton Vet, Dr. Murphy is bringing back the charm and personal touch of a family-run clinic—where clients feel heard, and pets receive tailored, compassionate care from a team they know and trust.
Meet Dr. Patrick Fitzgerald
Team Vet
Patrick joined Hoxton Vet in 2025 after relocating from Melbourne, and he’s now happily settled in East London. A 2020 graduate of the University of Melbourne, he spent four years working at an independent clinic in Melbourne’s inner suburbs, where he saw firsthand the meaningful impact an independent veterinary practice can have on its community. Patrick is confident in all aspects of routine surgery. He has a particular passion for internal medicine, and is currently expanding his skills in ultrasound.
Outside of work, Patrick enjoys travelling across Europe on weekends and immersing himself in East London’s vibrant food and music scene. At home, he shares his life with two much-loved dogs: Gus, a spirited Golden Retriever, and Maggie, his elderly Border Collie.
Care built on connection
See the same trusted vet every time, for continuity, comfort, and real relationships.
Our practice
From surgery and dental care to ultrasound and more, our independent vet practice in Hoxton is fully equipped to provide a comprehensive range of procedures. We use modern facilities, advanced anaesthetic protocols, and strive to deliver the highest standard of veterinary care.
Services include:
Neutering (spays, castrates, cryptorchid castrations)
Surgery (mass removals, eye surgery, stitch-ups, amputations and more)
Emergency services (urinary obstruction, collapse, road traffic accidents and more)
Dental procedures
In-house laboratory
Ultrasound
X-ray
Day hospitalisation
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Book online, anytime
No more waiting on hold. Our 24/7 booking system puts you in control.
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Clinic or home visit
Flexible appointments to suit your lifestyle and your pet’s comfort.
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Better conversations
Choose between 20 or 30-minute consults to give your pet the time they deserve.
We’re proud to bring a more personal, transparent, and accessible veterinary experience to the heart of East London.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your pet.
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
8:30am - 7:00pm
Sat
10:00am - 4:00pm
Independent, client-focused care
Run by vets, not corporations, so your pet’s wellbeing always comes first.