Doctor Doolittle's Vets Aberdare

20/12/2021

09/12/2021

IMPORTANT CLIENT INFORMATION

Please note that we have made the regrettable decision to temporarily close our Doctor Doolittles branch in Aberdare from Friday 17th December 2021.
In addition, your pets will still have the option to be seen at any of our other 9 clinics with the nearest branches being located in Cardiff, Blackwood or Caerphilly. Call options for all our practices will be made available on our automated phone message when you call us.

Emergencies
• These will be seen by one of our other branches.

Repeat Prescriptions
• Repeat prescriptions will need to be ordered by contacting one of our branches.
• Please order in advance to avoid any delays in your pets treatment plan.
• Repeat prescriptions should be ordered over the phone and will be available for collection from a branch or can be posted for a small charge.
• Repeat prescription health checks that are due will need to be carried out at one of our other branches and these will be booked at the time of ordering your pets medication.

Food orders
• Food can be ordered through our websites online store for delivery straight to your door.
Please check our Website and pages for updates.

We apologise for the inconveniences caused and appreciate your understanding during this time and we aim to return to normal service as soon as possible.

26/11/2021

If you are decorating your this weekend beware of the potential dangers to your pet. Pets can be attracted to shiny lights, tinsel and baubles! Swallowed or chewed decorations can lead to cuts or intestinal blockages, and chewed fairy lights can pose an electrocution risk.

25/11/2021

Follow our page to learn more about ’s Christmas Pet Dangers and help your pet avoid a nightmare before Christmas!

08/11/2021

Receptionist
Job Ref: DDA-08112021
Location: Doctor Doolittle's Veterinary Surgery - Aberdare.
Hours: 39hrs Monday-Friday.
Salary: National Minimum Wage.
Please note: Only applications received via email will be considered for interview and we will not be able to answer queries via this post.

We are looking for a Reception to join our growing team here at Doctor Doolittles's Veterinary Surgery.
Duties would include:
• Meeting and greeting clients and their pets,
• Scheduling appointments and procedures,
• Handling telephone enquiries and processing payments,
• Dispensing medications as directed by the vet.
We are looking for someone who has customer service experience and a real love of animals.
Minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade C and above.

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to:
Paula Brzenczek RVN Practice Manager.
[email protected]
Closing Date: Monday 13th November 2021.
Please note: Only applications received via email will be considered for interview and we will not be able to answer queries via this post.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

22/09/2021

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Surgery is open thursday and fridays 9-6pm, closed for lunch 1-1.30pm

11/08/2021

https://www.itv.com/news/wales/2021-08-11/vets-in-tears-as-demand-spikes-amid-shortage

The number of UK vets is traditionally low, but vets have told ITV Wales that shortfall has been exacerbated by Brexit, the pandemic and a rise in breeding. | ITV News Wales

10/08/2021

We wanted to say a big thank you to all of our staff for their hard work and dedication especially throughout the Covid-19 Pandemic.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, our teams have been working extremely hard in providing routine and emergency care to our patients and clients as well as supporting each other through such a difficult period of time.

However, over recent months, the UK Veterinary Industry has faced an increase in abuse and disrespect towards its Veterinary teams. The increase in unacceptable client behaviour is adding additional and unnecessary pressure and stress to veterinary teams across the UK. We wanted to remind everyone that whilst we have an obligation to provide emergency care, we do not have an obligation to tolerate abuse and disrespect towards our staff and as such we adopt a zero-tolerance policy throughout our group.
We are asking that such abuse and disrespect be stopped to help protect not just our teams but the wider veterinary community.

We are aware there have been occasions where unfortunately we have had to delay some routine and non-essential treatments being offered at some clinics within our group. There may have been occasions when we have had to ask you to attend your appointment at one of our other 10 practices to avoid further delays in treatment plans.
With this in mind we wanted to assure you that we are all doing our very best to maximise our services and availability whilst delivering high standards of care and treatments to your pets each and every day.

Currently the UK is facing a huge shortage of vets and subsequently UK Veterinary practices are facing very challenging times. Without a team of dedicated vets, nurses and receptionists, Veterinary practices cannot offer treatment and care for your pets. Like so many other practices are doing everything we can to recruit additional team members to keep our services running but the fact is that there are very few vets and veterinary nurses coming through at this moment in time and this is adding to the pressures within the profession.

We all understand that the global pandemic has been a challenge and we empathise with clients, we are as always here to help you so please help us to help you. Remember to always be kind, be respectful and trust the professionalism of your vet practice!

06/07/2021

IMPORTANT CLIENT INFORMATION

Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances we will be temporarily closed on a Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday as of Monday 28th June 2021.
The surgery will remain open on Thursdays and Fridays 9am-6pm, closed between 1-1.30pm for lunch. Both of these days will be Veterinary Nurse lead until further notice.

In addition, your pets will have the option to be seen at any of our other clinics with the closest branches located in Blackwood, Caerphilly or Cardiff. Call options to these branches will be made available on our automated phone message when you call us.

Emergencies
• These will be seen by one of our above branches.

Repeat Prescriptions
• Repeat prescriptions will need to be ordered by contacting one of the above branches.
• Please order in advance to avoid any delays in your pets treatment plan.
• Repeat prescriptions should be ordered over the phone and will be available for collection after 12pm on the Thursday or Friday from the Aberdare branch.
• Repeat prescription health checks that are due will need to be carried out at one of our other branches and these will be booked at the time of ordering your pets medication.

Food orders
• Food can be ordered through our websites online store for delivery straight to your door.

Please check our Website and pages for updates.

We apologise for the inconveniences caused and appreciate your understanding during this time and we aim to return to normal service as soon as possible.

16/06/2021

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06/06/2021

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04/06/2021

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02/06/2021

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02/06/2021

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28/05/2021

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25/05/2021

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25/05/2021

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05/05/2021

Sadly we have had a deceased entire male black and white cat brought into us this morning found in Cwmbach with no microchip. If you believe you have any information regarding this poor boy. Please call us on 01685 878900