🦉 Wow, our Keynsham team had a very unusual patient today when this weak & bedraggled Tawny owl was brought in by a member of the public! Vets Kristine & Ben and RVN Leanne examined it & were pleased not to find any injuries so they provided supportive care with fluids & pain relief prior to transporting it to the Secret World Rescue Centre for ongoing care ❤️🩹#secretworldwildliferescue #britishwildlife
Peanut 😍
3 month old cavapoo ‘Peanut’ took his puppy vaccinations 💉 in his stride with the help of Rosemary Lodge consulting nurse Verity’s licky-matt distractions!!
Fabulous Friday & FEAR FREE FRIDAYS
Fabulous Friday & FEAR FREE FRIDAYS!
During our RVN Cooperative Care Clinics at Rosemary Lodhe we teach dogs how to communicate with us in an easy and safe way if they are feeling uncomfortable with a situation. This often involves training the dog to settle on a mat, and to focus on a food bowl; moving away from the mat or any break in focus indicates the dog no longer consents to what we are doing and they are therefore given a break and the opportunity to opt back into the interaction.
Here Frida is happily consenting to a full clinical examination to assess for any joint pain or swellings; there are so many situations where these techniques can be implemented making for a positive and stress free vet experience! 😊
Cooperative Care Clinics can be booked with our nurses at Rosemary Lodge. Please call us on 01225 832521 if you would like any further information about attending these clinics with your dog.
Handsome 18 month old Vizsla ‘Moose’ came in to our Park Road branch yesterday with a painful problem - a partially ripped off claw & an exposed quick - the sensitive fleshy area that contains the nerves & blood vessels 😣.
Vet Jo & RVN Leanne sedated Moose to remove the hard part of the claw before cleaning & dressing the foot with a fetching bandage!
We wish him a speedy recovery ❤️🩹😍
RVN Rio is taking a jugular blood sample from 2 year old Vizsla ‘Otto’ who is being gently restrained by RVN Cheryl. Aseptically taking & processing blood samples is a daily task for most of our nursing team & they are skilled at handling & reassuring the majority of our patients so that they tolerate this procedure without needing sedation. 🩸💉 #VNAM2024
#veterinarynursingawarenessmonth #vetnurselife
🎉FEAR FREE FRIDAYS🎉. Remember the fabulous Frida? As part of Frida's ongoing medical management she needs regular blood tests to monitor response to treatment. During her last check up, Frida willingly participated in her first ever sedative-free blood test! Frida was an absolute super star 🌟 and didn't need any restraint at all!This is an absolutely HUGE achievement, especially for an anxious dog like Frida, and has all been possible by working on cooperative care with Frida. It is so important a dog feels safe and listened to to allow them to make progress with handling, and just look at the difference time, patience and training can make to a dog's veterinary experience! Here's a snippet of Frida being absolutely fabulous!!! Cooperative Care Clinics can be booked with our nurses at Rosemary Lodge. Please give us a call on 01225 832521 to find out more about how we can help your dog overcome their anxieties around handling and veterinary procedures.
Look at gorgeous Atlanta enjoying some cuddles and food with her ratty friends at Rosemary Lodge Vet Hospital today 😍 Atlanta is a 1 year old dumbo rat & she was admitted for an anaesthetic to clean and flush a facial wound. Get well soon Atlanta ❤️🩹
Lovely ‘Nunu’ visited the Vets Now Bath out of hours service Rosemary Lodge Vet Hospital after she got caught on a fence during a walk & sustained a large inoperable wound. Initially Nunu was very scared of her bandage changes as she was very sore and required sedation however after a few visits our patient Nurses managed to build her confidence and have been changing her bandages without any sedation or even restraint! The power of biscuits did the trick 😉 🤩❤️🩹
Happy Fathers Day from all of your pets 🥰
We hope that you are enjoying the warm weather ☀️
You may not own a cat but a neighbours cat may have snuck into your garage, shed or greenhouse when the door was open to find some shade or warmth. If they were to get stuck in there for any period of time it could be dangerous for them, lack of food and water could be fatal. So before you close the door check for any visitors!
#SunnyWeatherWarning #KeepingPetsSafe #CheckBeforeYouCloseTheDoor #BathVets #VetsInBathUK
Top tips for a perfect day at the beach
Beach tips... There’s nothing like a trip to the seaside on a summer’s day, especially when your furry friend can come along and join in the fun! Sadly, beaches can pose some threats to our dogs so it’s important for owners to remain vigilant. Let’s take a look at the main threats to watch out for, and how to keep your dog safe when they’re at the beach. Watch our explainer video and for more information visit https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/taking-care-of-your-dog-at-the-beach
Please be sure to check for cats before you shut the door of your garages, sheds or greenhouses during periods of hot weather.
Happy International Women's Day
On International Women's Day we invite you to join us to celebrate the strong, caring & brilliant women in the veterinary profession.
It wasn’t until 1922 that the first woman, Aileen Cust, achieved MRCVS status, three years after the Sex Disqualification Act of 1919 which allowed women to enter the profession.
Now, 100 years later, women make up the vast majority of veterinary applicants and qualified veterinary surgeons & over 95% of veterinary nurses!
So here’s to our awesome all female team at Park Road & here’s to strong women everywhere - ‘May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.’
#internationalwomensday
#breakthebias2022
Tomorrow is Pancake Day🥞, here is a recipe that is pet friendly that you might like to make for them.
Tomorrow is Pancake Day🥞, here is a recipe that is pet friendly that you might like to make for them.
If you do make it for them, we would love to see some pictures of your pets enjoying them 😀 Please do remember to use peanut butter that contains no Xylitol as it can make our furry friends very ill. Happy Cooking 👨🍳👩🍳
