Medivet Beaminster

06/12/2024

CLIENT NOTICE

On Monday 9th December there will be a brief one hour closure, 2:30pm-3:30pm, due to staff training.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding in supporting our team's professional development.
Despite this brief closure, we want to assure you that your calls are important to us.

Our sister practice, Medivet Dorchester, will be assisting with taking EMERGENCY CALLS during this time; for routine enquiries we will be able to take your calls again from 3:30pm.

Calling our number 01308 862312 during the scheduled time will automatically take you forward to Medivet Dorchester.
We sincerely value your loyalty and look forward to continuing to provide exceptional care for your furry companions.
We thank you for your continued support.

27/11/2024

The Christmas tree is up and there's plenty of Christmas toys and treats to choose from for your furry friends 😀

Kirsty's Whippet, Mac, proudly modelling his new Christmas jumper - as an older chap he doesn't have as much fur as he used to so he needs his warm layers during the chillier months, it's a great excuse for making them festive layers! 🤩

20/11/2024

Weather - ahem sorry, whether - you've a cat, dog or small furry, you can find advice about how to care for them during the chillier months on our website 🥶

Winter care for pets can be a challenge and can pose a few risks for our pets. Read our advice on how to keep them warm, safe, and happy in the colder months.

10/11/2024

Do you have a senior dog in your life?
We're always there to help and support you, through all stages of your dog's life, including the Medivet Health Plan Extra.

Click on the link, or call us for more information

Our advice on caring for an older dog covers some of the more common conditions. Read our articles and learn how to spot the signs.

03/11/2024

Fireworks season isn't over yet....

Fireworks can cause stress, anxiety, and even aggression in pets. Keep reading for our top tips on preparing your pet for fireworks season.

31/10/2024

‼️ CLIENT NOTICE ‼️

The National Grid are carrying out essential maintenance in our area on 1st November; we have been advised by them that we may experience interruption to our electricity during this time.

So that we can continue providing support, we will be diverting our telephones to our Medivet 24 Hour Dorchester - Southfields hospital between 10am and 3pm.

Our team will be working in Beaminster during our usual opening hours. If you need to make an appointment with us, or have an emergency, please call our usual number and the Dorchester team will contact one of our team directly to alert us.

You are able to come to the practice as normal to collect any orders, but we politely ask that you either email us or call after 4pm to place any food or medication orders.

Thank you for you patience and understanding, from all the team at Beaminster!

31/10/2024

Thank you all for entering our competition!

Our winners will be contacted very shortly! Have a fantastic Halloween 🕷️🦇

26/10/2024

Happy National Pumpkin Day!

25/10/2024

🤩 We're excited, we're sure you'll be excited!

TWELVE MONTHS of protection against fleas and ticks with just ONE single injection, for dogs aged 6 months and over.

Call us on 01308 862312 for more information

23/10/2024

Contact us to discuss how we can help you and your pet through the fireworks as stress-free as possible!

23/10/2024

*UPDATE - Has been reunited with their owner*

We've had a stray dog handed in! Please contact us on 01308 862312 if your dog has gone missing - we will be asking for proof of ownership, thank you.
The dog warden will be contacted tomorrow morning if their owner isn't found.

21/10/2024

These gorgeous kittens and their Mum came in for their first vaccinations and microchips today, they all did so well and Mum supervised throughout! 🥰

Remember, cats need to be microchipped before they're 20 weeks/5 months old 👍

20/10/2024

🎆 Fireworks season is almost upon us!

ℹ️ There's lots of tips and information on our website to help you help your pets feel safe.

😌 We have a wide range of products to help keep pets calm, we can tailor these to your pet's individual needs.

☎️ 01308 862312 or pop in any time for advice

Fireworks can cause stress, anxiety, and even aggression in pets. Keep reading for our top tips on preparing your pet for fireworks season.

18/10/2024

12/10/2024

Dear Clients,

Earlier in the year you gave us feedback that, even though Sian, our Branch Partner, and Pedro work alongside the Dorchester 24 hour hospital team at the weekends, you would like us to be open on Saturday mornings for food and prescription collections, and to be able to telephone us.

We took this feedback on board and, as a result, have been open Saturday mornings for the last three months.

From that period we have logged and collated data showing that the majority of collections, phone calls and visits to the practice still take place during weekday hours (8:30am-6:30pm). Excitingly, you are also making use of our new online booking system which allows you to book at a time that suits you!

We acknowledge that closing Saturdays, our last being 12th October, will cause some frustration. However, with an average of four people utilising the service each week, it is not enough to warrant our team working additional time on a Saturday.

Our 24 hour hospital in Dorchester continues to be available to you whenever we are closed, day or night. They, and your pets, benefit from having your pet’s records readily available at all times, as well as a dedicated on-site team 24 hours a day. As a Medivet client you will be able to book an appointment with them throughout the day on Saturdays (9am until 5pm) for a standard consultation fee (£59 at time of writing), and if your pet is a member of the Medivet Health Plan, will continue to receive their usual discounts on veterinary care and medications.

There have been many changes made for the better thanks to feedback we have received previously, on this occasion this trial has not been successful. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued and valued feedback; without it we cannot investigate, facilitate and monitor changes.

With Kindest Regards,
The Beaminster Team

09/10/2024

It's never too soon to start desensitising pets; as well as great advice and practical tips, we have a wide range of products available to tailor to your pet's individual needs.

Our vets and nurses can work with you and your pet to help start desensitising them in the build up to the firework season and beyond.

To speak to one of our team call us on 01308 862312, alternatively you can scan the QR code on our page, or search for Medivet Beaminster online and book an appointment at a time convenient to you!

07/10/2024

And finally, here's our lovely student veterinary nurse, Meg!

Meg joined Medivet Beaminster in February 2024. She has worked for Medivet since March 2022, starting as a Mobile Patient Care Assistance, she is now a Student Nurse attending Lynwood School of Veterinary Nurses every Thursday.
Before working in Veterinary Meg had a career working with Thoroughbreds, first at a racing yard as a work rider, yard & race day staff. This career took her to Australia in October 2019 working on a Thoroughbred Stud Farm - Yarraman Park, for 2 years, doing yearling prep, weanling handling, foaling down and even riding one of the stallions Hellbent. She loved travelling Australia and even meeting her favourite wild animal Koalas.
In her spare time Meg enjoys walking her Labrador Tikka, riding Dave the horse, spending time with family and baking.