At Whiskers 'N' Beans, we are dedicated to providing a critical patient animal ambulance service.
Our registered veterinary nurses are trained to handle emergencies efficiently.

Our ambulance is fully equipped and purpose-built for the safe and secure transportation of veterinary patients.

We understand that your pets are family, and we treat them with the utmost care.

We offer transfers from all London Veterinary practices between hospitals or referral centres, such as:

The Royal Veterinary College
The Ralph
Southfields Veterinary Specialists
North Downs Specialist Referrals

Please note, we do not offer owner transportation.

We act as a patient transferring agent only.

Given our line of work and varied transfer locations & times, we are generally unable to offer collection of deceased animals found roadside. Please contact your local council, RSPCA, Veterinary practice or local wildlife group to see if they can offer assistance.

Experienced Veterinary Team

Our team consists of experienced registered veterinary nurses ready to assist your pets.

Our qualifications enable us to travel independently, without the presence of a veterinary surgeon.

We consult with the referring veterinary surgeon regarding plans and emergencies, enabling us to adhere to their treatment protocols until the intended referral destination is reached.

We can then administer life-saving medications during transit, if required.

Whenever possible, we also use our onboard navigation system to communicate with the referral destination, enabling them to track our location and receive patient updates.

24/7 Emergency Service

We are available around the clock to respond to animal emergencies.

Due to the nature and demand for our service, we cannot guarantee availability at time of calling.

Please bear this in mind when seeking transfer.

Oxygen Therapy

Our Critical Patient Ambulance is fitted with the necessary essentials for providing oxygen therapy treatment.

A Self-Contained Oxygen Concentrator
A Medium-sized Buster ICU Oxygen Tent for controllable oxygen therapy
Portable Oxygen Cylinders
Endotracheal Tubes
Anaesthetic Oxygen Masks
Nasal Cannulas
Anaesthetic Circuits

** Please note, oxygen therapy is administered under the instruction and direction of the referring veterinary team at pick up.

A UK First in Animal Emergency Care

We are proud to be the first animal ambulance service in the UK to offer onboard ventilator assistance for critically ill and injured patients.

In emergency situations, every breath matters. Mechanical ventilator support allows us to assist animals who are struggling to breathe on their own due to trauma, respiratory failure, neurological compromise, or during critical transfers to specialist veterinary care. By bringing advanced respiratory support directly into the ambulance, we can help stabilise patients earlier—when it matters most.

Our ventilator capability means we’re not just transporting critical patients; we’re actively supporting life during transit, working to maintain oxygenation and reduce the risk of further deterioration before arrival at the veterinary hospital.

What this means for our patients:

Advanced respiratory support during emergency transport
Improved stabilisation for critically unwell animals
A higher level of care for trauma, respiratory, and high-risk cases
Seamless transfer to veterinary teams with ongoing ventilatory support

This milestone reflects our commitment to continually raising the standard of animal emergency care in the UK. When seconds count, innovation, preparation, and compassion make the difference.

Critical patients deserve critical care—every step of the way.

Critical Care Unit

Our Critical Care Unit is equipped with state of art monitoring equipment to provide the highest standard of care for our patients during transfers.

Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Capnography
Non-Invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP)
Blood Oxygen Levels (SpO2)
Active Suction
Nebulizer
Intravenous Fluid Therapy Pump
Constant Rate Infusion Pump
Patient Warming System
Therapy Mat
Cooling Mat
Heat Mat
Orthopaedic Mat
Visual Monitoring
Camera

Pricing

Our ambulance service offers transport for patients with critical and intensive care medical needs.

Critical Transfer baseline cost starting from £500

Intensive Care Transfers baseline cost starting from £600

Our pricing reflects the high level of medical care and attention your pet receives throughout transport. Each transfer is overseen by a qualified veterinary nurse who continuously monitors your pet’s condition using advanced multi-parameter equipment to track vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, temperature, and respiration.

Any required medications for anxiety, or emergency intervention are included in the quote and administered promptly and safely.

Every aspect of this service is designed to ensure your pet’s comfort, wellbeing, and safety from departure to arrival.

Surcharges

Supplements and surcharges added for after-hours transfers (7pm to 8am), Bank holidays, Region fee, Congestion zone fee and Thames River crossing.

Quotes based on service/treatment required, distance, day and time of requirement.
We will always provide a comprehensive quote.
Full payment upfront is required to secure transfer.