Vets4Pets Bangor North Wales

Vets4Pets Bangor North Wales Vets4Pets is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy and digital x-ray.
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Vets4Pets Bangor North Wales is committed to bringing you friendly, affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy and x-ray. The friendly team can't wait to meet all of their new clients!

We do have some amazing clients. Thank you. This made our day.
02/08/2024

We do have some amazing clients. Thank you. This made our day.

We had a box fully of fluffy cuteness in today. It definitely put a smile on Jess, Jen, and Chrissies face. After a busy...
26/07/2024

We had a box fully of fluffy cuteness in today. It definitely put a smile on Jess, Jen, and Chrissies face. After a busy morning, we did give them back, and we promise we didn't pop them in our pockets. They still need a home.

*** COME ALONG TODAY ***We will be hosting an exciting open day at 11am today and we would be delighted to have you come...
13/07/2024

*** COME ALONG TODAY ***
We will be hosting an exciting open day at 11am today and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.
Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• Free Face Painting from 12:30pm

Best wishes,
The Team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

*** COME ALONG TODAY ***We will be hosting an exciting open day at 11am today and we would be delighted to have you come...
13/07/2024

*** COME ALONG TODAY ***
We will be hosting an exciting open day at 11am today and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.
Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• Free Face Painting from 12:30pm
Please be aware, we have limited places for surgery tours, so please arrive early to secure your place.
If you would like to find out more and speak to a member of our team, please call us on 01248 353175.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best wishes,
The Team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

*** MAE'N DIGWYDD YFORY ***
Byddwn yn cynnal diwrnod agored cyffrous yfory, dydd Sadwrn 13eg o Orffennaf a byddem wrth ein bodd pe baech yn dod draw i ddathlu gyda ni.
Ymunwch â ni ar 13 Gorffennaf rhwng 11am a 4pm ar gyfer:
• Teithiau Meddygfa
• Gemau a gweithgareddau
• Peintio wynebau, am ddim o 12:30pm
Byddwch yn ymwybodol, mae gennym nifer cyfyngedig o leoedd ar gyfer teithiau’s meddygfa, felly cofiwch gyrraedd yn gynnar i sicrhau eich lle.
Os hoffech chi gael gwybod mwy a siarad ag aelod o'n tîm, ffoniwch ni ar 01248 353175.
Edrychwn ymlaen at eich gweld chi yno!
Dymuniadau gorau,
Tîm Bangor Vets4Pets Gogledd Cymru

*** IT'S HAPPENING TOMORROW ***We will be hosting an exciting open day tomorrow Saturday 13th July and we would be delig...
12/07/2024

*** IT'S HAPPENING TOMORROW ***
We will be hosting an exciting open day tomorrow Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.
Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• Free Face Painting from 12:30pm
Please be aware, we have limited places for surgery tours, so please arrive early to secure your place.
If you would like to find out more and speak to a member of our team, please call us on 01248 353175.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best wishes,
The Team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

11/07/2024

*** IT'S HAPPENING SATURDAY***
We will be hosting an exciting open day on Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.
Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• Free Face Painting 12:30pm
Please be aware, we have limited places for surgery tours, so please arrive early to secure your place.
If you would like to find out more and speak to a member of our team, please call us on 01248 353175.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best wishes,
The Team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

*** NOT LONG TO GO ***We will be hosting an exciting open day this Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have ...
09/07/2024

*** NOT LONG TO GO ***
We will be hosting an exciting open day this Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.
Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• Free Face Painting from 12:30pm
Please be aware, we have limited places for surgery tours, so please arrive early to secure your place.
If you would like to find out more and speak to a member of our team, please call us on 01248 353175.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best wishes,
The Team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

Hi AllWe will be hosting an exciting open day on Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and...
07/07/2024

Hi All

We will be hosting an exciting open day on Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.

Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• And more
Please be aware, we have limited places for surgery tours, so please arrive early to secure your place.

If you would like to find out more and speak to a member of our team, please call us on 01248 353175.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best wishes,
The Team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

Everyone meet Ezzy this beautiful boy came in for his 1st Vaccination with our vet, he had a full nose to tail check up ...
29/06/2024

Everyone meet Ezzy this beautiful boy came in for his 1st Vaccination with our vet, he had a full nose to tail check up which is included with all vaccinations see you in 4 weeks Ezzy for your 2nd Vaccination, where we are sure you will have doubled in size.

Can't believe   is almost a wrap! We've loved every moment of sharing and learning with everyone. 🐰But hold up, they're ...
28/06/2024

Can't believe is almost a wrap! We've loved every moment of sharing and learning with everyone. 🐰

But hold up, they're not done yet! Their final topic is all about companionship—from bonding tips to the perfect diet, they’ve got everything you need to know to keep your furry friends happy and healthy.

Missed out on their earlier posts? No worries, just scroll back to catch up!

And remember, your likes, shares, and comments help spread the word about rabbit welfare. Join them in making a difference!

Happy Day Four of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024! 🐰Today, they’re diving into how you can create a thriving environment for ...
27/06/2024

Happy Day Four of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024! 🐰

Today, they’re diving into how you can create a thriving environment for your fluffy friends with the right nutrition. Let’s hop right into making mealtime both delicious and exciting for your bunnies! 🏡

Don't forget to like, comment, and share their posts with your fellow bunny lovers! 🐰

We hope everyone's enjoying Rabbit Awareness Week 2024 just as much as we are! 🐰Today, they're diving deep into bunny be...
26/06/2024

We hope everyone's enjoying Rabbit Awareness Week 2024 just as much as we are! 🐰

Today, they're diving deep into bunny behaviour.

Learn how to nurture positive habits and recognise the signs when something might be off.

Your furry friend counts on you to understand their needs, so let's hop to it!

Like, share, and comment to keep the conversation going! 🐇✨

Welcome to Day Two of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024 - Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies!Today they're hopping right into how what...
25/06/2024

Welcome to Day Two of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024 - Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies!

Today they're hopping right into how what your bun eats affects their health.

Stay tuned, join the conversation, and let's keep spreading the word about rabbit welfare together! 🐰

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🐰 It's day one of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024 - Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies! and they're diving straight into the importa...
24/06/2024

🐰 It's day one of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024 - Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies! and they're diving straight into the importance of a healthy diet for rabbits!

Whether one is a well-seasoned rabbit owner or just a bunny lover, there's something for everyone! So let's spread the word and make sure all bunnies are well-fed and thriving🥬

Stay tuned for more tips and info throughout the week, and don't forget to show your support by liking, commenting, and sharing their posts. Let's make the best one yet!💚

Are you a Qualified RVN or 2nd Year Student looking for a change with an incredible and caring team then look no further...
16/06/2024

Are you a Qualified RVN or 2nd Year Student looking for a change with an incredible and caring team then look no further.
Our well-equipped surgery is just a short drive away from scenic Snowdonia National Park and close to a great selection of local amenities and Welsh coastlines.
Our team consists of currently a Full time Vet, 2 Nurses and 3 client care advisors.
This is a Part Time role working 28 hour per week and a 1 in 3 weekend rolling rota
About You:
You will have a good experience of veterinary nursing, excellent customer service and communication skills, be an effective team player, have a systematic approach when making decisions and be able to carry out the role effectively with planning and organisation. You are friendly, down-to-earth, have a genuine interest in animal welfare and enjoy the variety provided by the clients and colleagues alike.
What we offer:
We offer a supportive and friendly working environment together with career development opportunities and an excellent package and benefits that includes:
No OOH or overnight in patient checks
Generous CPD (including funded Certificates)
Social events and emphasis on wellbeing
Contributory pension schemes
Paid memberships (RCVS, BVNA, VDS)
Exclusive company and high street discounts and rewards

Hi AllWe will be hosting an exciting open day on Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and...
12/06/2024

Hi All

We will be hosting an exciting open day on Saturday 13th July and we would be delighted to have you come along and celebrate with us.

Join us on the 13th July from 11am – 4pm for:
• Surgery Tours
• Games and activities
• And more
Please be aware, we have limited places for surgery tours, so please arrive early to secure your place.

If you would like to find out more and speak to a member of our team, please call us on 01248 353175.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best wishes,
The team at Bangor Vets4Pets North Wales

08/06/2024

We are looking for a face painter for the 13th of July if you are a face painter or know of someone please call the surgery on 01248 353175 and ask for Jess or please email on [email protected]

As part of our Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month meet our nursing team My name is Jennifer and I have been in the veterin...
26/05/2024

As part of our Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month meet our nursing team
My name is Jennifer and I have been in the veterinary world for approximately 12 years now. I qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2016 and have since developed a passion for Nutrition and the care of exotic pets. I am currently studying to complete my NCert in Small Animal Nutrition. I am also a fluent welsh speaker. I have a menagerie of pets which take up most of my spare time, I enjoy long dog walks and if I have to be confined indoors I love to crochet.

Meet Sandy the Sand coloured Cockapoo!Sandy was on holiday in North Wales when she started vomiting frequently. Sandy wa...
25/05/2024

Meet Sandy the Sand coloured Cockapoo!
Sandy was on holiday in North Wales when she started vomiting frequently. Sandy was promptly brought to see the team at Vets4Pets Bangor for a check-up. The vet, Charlie, gave Sandy a full examination from head to tail. When feeling Sandy’s abdomen Charlie felt a firm tube shaped structure. Sandy isn’t the kind of dog to eat stones or foreign objects however Charlie was concerned something was in there that shouldn’t be and recommended that Sandy had radiographs (xrays) taken.
The x-rays revealed that Sandy had eaten a lot of sand!! This can be fatal if left untreated. Sandy was admitted for hospitalisation which included pain relief and fluids to rehydrate the sand and allow it to pass before it stuck like cement. If the sand would not pass naturally Sandy would need surgery!
After some thought at home the owners realised that Sandy had eaten an ice cream that had been dropped on the beach and this is how she managed to eat the sand! This can also happen with playing ball on the beach so be careful!
Luckily, after intensive care, the next day Sandy produced a very sandy stool and stopped vomiting! Sandy has now made a full recovery and is thankfully doing much better!
Please take care when visiting the beach with your pets and if you suspect sand ingestion please contact your vet.
Also note: please avoid tennis balls on the beach. Other types of balls can be used but please avoid balls with the fuzzy coating. The coating catches sand and gravel which acts like sandpaper wearing down teeth.
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Dyma Sandy’r Cockapoo lliw tywod!
Roedd Sandy ar wyliau yng Ngogledd Cymru pan ddechreuodd daflyd i fynny yn aml. Daeth Sandy i weld y tîm yn Vets4Pets Bangor yn syth am archwiliad. Rhoddodd y milfeddyg, Charlie, archwiliad llawn i Sandy o'i phen i'w chynffon. Wrth deimlo abdomen Sandy roedd Charlie yn teimlo strwythur cadarn, siâp tiwb. Dydi Sandy ddim yn math o gi i fwyta cerrig neu wrthrychau estron ond roedd Charlie yn poeni fod rhywbeth na ddylai fod yno ac argymhellodd fod Sandy yn cael radiograffau (pelydr-x).
Datgelodd y pelydrau-x fod Sandy wedi bwyta llawer o dywod!! Gall hyn fod yn angheuol os na chaiff ei drin. Arhosodd Sandy am y diwrnod i gael cyffuriau lleddfu poen a hylifau i ailhydradu'r tywod a chaniatau iddo basio cyn iddo lynu fel sment. Os na fyddai'r tywod yn pasio'n naturiol byddai angen llawdriniaeth ar Sandy!
Wedi peth meddwl gartref sylweddolodd y perchnogion fod Sandy wedi bwyta hufen iâ oedd wedi ei ollwng ar y traeth a dyma sut y llwyddodd i fwyta'r tywod! Gall hyn ddigwydd hefyd gyda chwarae pêl ar y traeth, felly byddwch yn ofalus!
Yn ffodus, ar ôl gofal dwys, y diwrnod wedyn cynhyrchodd Sandy stôl dywodlyd iawn a stopiodd daflyd i fynnu! Mae Sandy bellach wedi gwella'n llwyr ac yn gwneud yn llawer gwell, diolch byth!
Byddwch yn ofalus wrth ymweld â'r traeth gyda'ch anifeiliaid anwes ac os ydych yn amau llyncu tywod cysylltwch â'ch milfeddyg.

I am a Registered Veterinary Nurse with 10 years experience. I also hold additional qualifications in canine behaviour, ...
24/05/2024

I am a Registered Veterinary Nurse with 10 years experience. I also hold additional qualifications in canine behaviour, dentistry and consultations. I have recently been working in an emergency clinic. My main interests are emergency and critical care as well as anaesthesia and pain management.

In my free time I enjoy running puppy training classes, spending time with my family and keeping two crazy Cocker Spaniels entertained.

My role here at Bangor Vets4Pets is split between assisting the vet with surgery and consultations. I am really excited to be a part of the team we are building here and look forward to meeting you all and your fur babies.

May is Veterinary Nurse Awareness MonthWe are extremely lucky to have an amazing nursing team. Veterinary Nurses are vit...
22/05/2024

May is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month
We are extremely lucky to have an amazing nursing team.
Veterinary Nurses are vital members of a veterinary practice.
To become a registered veterinary nurse (RVN) there are two routes RVNs can take, these are either a degree or a diploma which take around 3 years of intensive training and exams.
Here's a few things that Veterinary Nurses can do:
• Monitoring Anaesthesia
• Minor operations (Schedule 3) such as stitch ups, small lump removals, dental scale and polish, biopsies
• Running in house lab tests
• Taking bloods
• Ultrasounds - Taking X-rays
• Nurse consultations
• Administering medication
This is only a small list of what Veterinary Nurses can do and we would certainly be lost without them

Big birthday shout out for Jen our nurse Happy 30th Birthday have a fab week off. ###
21/05/2024

Big birthday shout out for Jen our nurse Happy 30th Birthday have a fab week off. ###

When Kelly from our Colton store's Pets Grooming salon discovered a lump on the tail of nine-year-old Rufus she suspecte...
25/02/2024

When Kelly from our Colton store's Pets Grooming salon discovered a lump on the tail of nine-year-old Rufus she suspected something wasn't right, so alerted his owners Les and Andrea so they could get it checked out. They brought him to Vets for Pets Leeds Colton where it was confirmed he had a cancerous tumour which needed surgery.

Les, who adopted Rufus from Dogs Trust in Leeds as a puppy, said: “Rufus is such a big part of our life; we’re absolutely besotted with him. We probably wouldn’t have noticed the lump if not at the groomers as the tail isn’t somewhere you would usually stroke and feel. Kelly loves Rufus and really looks after him, so we want to say a big thanks for spotting it. Who'd have known what would have happened if she hadn’t noticed.”

Rufus had to have his tail removed, but is now making a good recovery. He's been visiting Kelly for a groom every six weeks for the last three years. She said: “You get to know everything about a dog as you groom them. I’ve discovered similar things before on other dogs so I mentioned it to the owners so they could get it checked out. Dogs are my life and you do worry; I’m so pleased they caught it. Now he’s got a fully docked tail like a little bunny rabbit. It’s lovely and suits him – when he gets washed he wiggles his bum.”

Arthur's owner Louise says he "looked like a brand-new tortoise" after having his beak filed at Sutton in Ashfield Vets4...
21/02/2024

Arthur's owner Louise says he "looked like a brand-new tortoise" after having his beak filed at Sutton in Ashfield Vets4Pets.

Louise adopted the four-year-old Horsefield Tortoise from a family member in October. Although she has had other pets, Arthur is her first tortoise, so she has been doing some research on how to best care for him.

Louise said: "I noticed Arthur's beak was unusually long, so I brought him in to Vets for Pets; I bring all my pets there. When he came out, I thought 'you beautiful boy, look at you – you look so handsome!"

Vet Steph, who looked after Arthur, says that tortoise beaks continuously grow and normally grind down themselves while they're eating. She said: "Arthur needed a little help as his jaw isn't perfectly aligned; his lower jaw is further out than his top jaw, so I filed it around half a centimetre. He was really good; a real cutie."

Owner Claire says she couldn't be more grateful to Vets4Pets Hamilton after their quick diagnosis saved the sight of six...
18/02/2024

Owner Claire says she couldn't be more grateful to Vets4Pets Hamilton after their quick diagnosis saved the sight of six-year-old Alba.

Claire knew there was something terribly wrong with her miniature dachshund cross when she called her in from the back garden last summer and Alba ran headfirst into a closed patio door. She rushed her to the vets, where investigations led the team to diagnose her with uveitis – an eye condition which causes inflammation of the middle layer of the eye.

Claire said: "It all happened so suddenly; Alba must have heard my voice and guessed where to go. It was quite scary seeing how bad she was. We couldn't be more grateful for the team in Hamilton spotting the uveitis as quickly as they did, otherwise Alba would have gone blind within a matter of days. Their knowledge saved Alba's sight. I still can't believe it happened. It's taken months of treatments, but it's such a relief to have our girl back to being her funny, bossy self."

Vet Neil, one of the team who treated Alba, said: "Alba's pupil was really narrow and wouldn't respond to light properly, which can be a sign of uveitis. Once we had ruled out other conditions, we were able to get her to an eye specialist for ongoing treatment. She's now doing really well."

Ducky's owner Antonia was in a state of panic when she saw a fox had dug its way into the field where she keeps him – ki...
16/02/2024

Ducky's owner Antonia was in a state of panic when she saw a fox had dug its way into the field where she keeps him – killing two of her other ducks and chickens.

Antonia was about to move her brood into their pen for the evening when she saw what had happened and noticed that Ducky had severe bite wounds under his wing. She rushed him to Vets4Pets Vets Milton Keynes for emergency surgery – and after having his wound stitched up the one-year-old duck is now making a good recovery.

Antonia said: "I was so worried. You don’t often hear of ducks recovering from fox attacks, but there is something about Ducky and the way he was so brave. I'm sure he was protecting a lady duck, as he's a bit of a romantic. It's the first time we've gone to Vets for Pets, and the team were amazing; they've done an incredible job."

Vet Becca, who treated Ducky, said: "He's a really lucky duck, as it was quite a big wound. When he first came in, he was understandably subdued and quiet but when he came back for his stitches to be taken out, he wanted to explore and tuck his head into everyone’s shoulders."

Well done to the team at Vets4Pets Guildford who've been awarded a silver level certificate for being a rabbit-friendly ...
07/02/2024

Well done to the team at Vets4Pets Guildford who've been awarded a silver level certificate for being a rabbit-friendly clinic.

After head veterinary nurse Ella noticed that more customers were bringing in rabbits the practice took a series of steps to give them as stress-free an experience as possible. Ella, who also fosters rescue dogs in her spare time, said: "There was a long list of things that we needed to prove that we did from making sure the rabbits are kept separate from other animals and not booked in at the same time as barking dogs, to providing heated kennels for those who need to stay in, and using special equipment made especially for rabbits."

Practice manager Kevin said: "All of our vets have plenty of experience with rabbits we have some real rabbit geeks here, so it was a big thing to us. There are so many good people in this world and I'm so proud to be around them."

Beautiful Bear was born deaf, so he's learned to follow his owner Lisa's visual commands.Lisa, who shops at our Tamworth...
28/01/2024

Beautiful Bear was born deaf, so he's learned to follow his owner Lisa's visual commands.

Lisa, who shops at our Tamworth store – "it's my second home!" – got two-year-old Bear as a kitten and suspected he was deaf when he didn't respond to her voice. She had it confirmed by her vet soon after. She said: "He was very scatty, and scared of people he didn’t recognise. He wasn’t bothered by loud noises like my other cat Emily and when I came home from work he wouldn’t hear the door open.

"He's doing really well though. I try to do some sign language with him – I point at him and do a solid hand sign at him to stop. He picks up on vibrations and scents too. He meows, making a really loud chirping sound which I’ve never heard a cat do before, and he’s always rubbing his head against my legs and following me everywhere. I was advised not to let him out because he wouldn’t hear cars or other dangers, so he comes outside with me every morning to have a sniff around the garden and always comes straight back in." Bear and Lisa's other cat Emily are on Instagram as

Ten-year-old Dutch rabbit Alfie has been visiting vet Kate at Vets4pets Wolverhampton for dental treatment for the last ...
27/01/2024

Ten-year-old Dutch rabbit Alfie has been visiting vet Kate at Vets4pets Wolverhampton for dental treatment for the last eight years – and she says he's such a loveable character that he's become "part of the family".

He's one of the oldest rabbits treated by Kate and the team, and she says his longevity is down to the care and love he gets from his owner Tracy and her family. Kate said: "Alfie is famous in this practice – everyone knows him. We and his family are dedicated to making sure her little old man is happy. The beautiful thing about being a vet or vet nurse is you build these relationships with the owners and their pets – they become your surrogate pets."

Tracy's been keeping rabbits all her life, and says that having space and routine is key. She said: "Alfie is an old man now and has a routine. He goes into a hutch at night and is let out in the morning. He's out all day and has his favourite spots in the house. We clean him out every day and give him a lot of attention. When he was younger he would follow us around; if I was clearing a cupboard out he would be in the cupboard to help. Now he's old and wants to be warm and watch instead. I can't thank Kate and the practice enough. Kate's been fantastic with him."

Eight-year-old Winnie the Schnauzer cross is running around like a puppy again thanks to laser treatment and physiothera...
26/01/2024

Eight-year-old Winnie the Schnauzer cross is running around like a puppy again thanks to laser treatment and physiotherapy after two successful knee operations at Vets for Pets Basildon.

Worried owner Tracy brought Winnie in to the practice after she collapsed on a walk last year – and the team discovered the cruciate ligament in a knee had ruptured. She’s since had ops on two knees and is on a recovery plan led by vet physiotherapist Izzy.

Tracy said: "Winnie has had a tough year with 15 teeth removed, two cruciate ligament operations and two bouts of pancreatitis but thankfully she's hardy. She’s treated fabulously at the Basildon practice. Izzy is great with her – she totally relaxes in her hands and does little snores with her eyes open. Winnie has a new lease of life again and is running around like a puppy."

Izzy said: "When pets have surgery or injure themselves they move differently which causes them to be sore in other places. Winnie has laser therapy then a massage to help the healing process. Laser treatment is a specialist service that not enough people know about – it can help in so many ways after an operation.”

Veterinary nurse Mel from Vets4Pets Bristol Longwell Green loves cats so much she's helped the practice make a number of...
18/01/2024

Veterinary nurse Mel from Vets4Pets Bristol Longwell Green loves cats so much she's helped the practice make a number of improvements to give cats as stress-free an experience as possible when they're brought in.

Mel, who has an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour for Veterinary Professionals, helped introduce facilities like a separate feline waiting area and cattery and the use of quiet clippers – and the practice now has a silver level certificate for being a cat-friendly clinic. She said: "I love dogs but I'm really a cat person. Cats can be misunderstood which can lead to them having quite a stressful life, so if we can make things easier for them and help people understand what cats need then everyone will be happier.

"As animal lovers there's always more to learn and understand about what makes them happy. Enrichment at the home is important for a happy cat – and as cats are naturally solitary animals if you live in a multi-cat household it's important to understand what they need. The rule is to have a resource per cat, plus one spare. So if you have two cats you should have three feeding stations, three litter trays and three scratch posts spread around the house so they have the opportunity to move around to wherever they want to go. Scratching is as natural a thing for cats to do as going out hunting is, so if they're unable to go out it's about providing the chance for them to behave as naturally as possible."

Four-year-old Sebastian the Jack Russell is back to his usual boisterous self after being treated at Vets4Pets Abingdon ...
07/01/2024

Four-year-old Sebastian the Jack Russell is back to his usual boisterous self after being treated at Vets4Pets Abingdon for a condition that was causing the knee caps on his back legs to dislocate when he walked.

The condition, known as medial patellar luxation, would cause him to hop or skip when exercising. It's quite common in terriers and small dog breeds, but Sebastian's case was quite severe and he was given surgery by orthopaedic surgeon Joe to deepen the groove his patella runs in on his right hind leg, and also to move and reattach his patellar tendon.

Sebastian is owned by practice vet Hannah who said: "After the operation he just wanted to get back to normal straight away but he couldn't ... and that's where we struggled. He wanted to be out and about, charging around and playing with his toys but he needed to rest." Hannah had to give him medication for six weeks to give his knees time to heal. She said: "He's absolutely fine now – he's fully recovered and running around like a lunatic again!"

When 11-year-old lurcher Jess was brought into Vets for Pets Leeds Birstall 24/7 Small Animal Hospital on Christmas Eve ...
05/01/2024

When 11-year-old lurcher Jess was brought into Vets for Pets Leeds Birstall 24/7 Small Animal Hospital on Christmas Eve feeling very poorly with pyometra – a life-threatening uterus infection – the team knew they had to act fast; so vet Emily and nurses JD and Hannah headed straight in to perform emergency surgery on her in the early hours of Christmas morning.

The operation went so well that by lunchtime nurse Krishna was able to call her owner Beth to say she was well enough to come home to recuperate – and Beth made the hour-long drive from her home in Keighley so she could bring Jess home before the family sat down for their Christmas dinner. Beth said: "It was a stressful start to Christmas, as we were worried about Jess because of her age and because she's never had anything wrong with her before. We're so grateful for everything – it was so nice of them to come in on Christmas Day to operate on her, to look after her so well and to get her home on top form. The vets were fantastic from start to finish. Jess is recovering nicely – you can see the happiness is back in her!"

Krishna said: "Our night team always do an amazing job, and performing serious surgery like that at that time of night and on Christmas Day of all days is just brilliant. Jess did amazingly well to bounce back so quickly, and it was amazing being able to call her owners to say that she could come home to spend Christmas with them. It's the sort of call we all love to make, but doing it on Christmas Day was extra nice."

Address

Inside Pets At Home, Menai Retail Park, Caernarfon Road
Bangor
LL574SJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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