Forestside Veterinary Clinic

29/05/2024

With a spell of dry weather ahead of us, we're taking the opportunity to restore part of the roof of the clinic. It's done well to last 130 years, but I think it's time for a bit of a facelift. So while there may be a bit of scaffolding and extra noise, the clinic is still open as usual 😊

26/05/2024

What a difference a day can make! From keeping cool under the sprinkler yesterday to avoiding the downpour this morning! 🌞 🌧️

We're on call for emergencies today and tomorrow, with normal consult fees (no emergency surcharge) from 9am - 7pm on Monday.

Have a great bank holiday and hopefully that sunshine returns 😎

25/05/2024

Wee Kian has decided that consult tables aren't for him and that he's quite happy being checked over on the comfy chairs 😍

21/05/2024

"Hey good looking" 😉 I'd love to tell you other words this fancy feathered fella could say, but I think I might get banned from the socials if I do 🤫

20/05/2024

🐰✨ Keep Your Bunnies Hopping Healthy! ✨🐰

Hey Rabbit enthusiasts! 🐇💚

Did you know annual vaccines for your rabbits is crucial for their health and wellbeing? In the UK and Ireland, vaccines protect your furry friends from deadly diseases like Myxomatosis and Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD).

Here at Forestside Vets, we’re here to keep your bunnies safe and sound! 🏥🐾

🔬 Why Vaccinate?

🥕Prevents Deadly Diseases: Vaccines protect against Myxomatosis and both strains of RHD, which can be fatal.
🥕Boosts Immunity: Annual boosters top up your rabbit's immune system to fight off infections.
🥕Peace of Mind: Ensures your pet's health, giving you less to worry about.

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19/05/2024

Little Charlie (Chaplin) here paid us a visit this morning with her owner. Although apparently she'd rather be outside chasing butterflies 🦋

We can be reached on the normal number for any emergencies 24/7 😎

18/05/2024

🥳 Please share 🥳

This adventurous wee girl has been handed in to the clinic as a stray. She was found in the local area and is microchipped but unfortunately it isn't registered. She's being well looked after currently and enjoying all the strokes 🥰

Any help to get her reunited with her owner would be much appreciated.

Currently only 60% of cats in NI are chipped. It is a legal requirement for dogs to be microchipped by 8 weeks old. In England, as of 10th June, it will also be compulsory for cats to be microchipped. Northern Ireland is likely to follow this, but it still has to go through the higher ups 😅

This serves as a good reminder to double check that your pets are firstly microchipped, but also that the chip is registered with your current contact details and address etc.

16/05/2024

I suppose a complaint was inevitable! Harris would like to speak to the manager about not getting the same amounts of treats as all our visitors.

15/05/2024

We had the pleasure of speaking to NI Vet Today a few weeks back. We are featured in their May/June edition talking about the trials of opening the clinic as well as our aims and future plans.

A huge thanks to INit and everyone else for helping us get to this stage

Link in our bio, g'wan and have a read 😎

13/05/2024

🌳 Welcome to the Forestside Members Club! 🌿

Join our exclusive club and give your furry family members the VIP treatment they deserve! 🐾 With our monthly subscription, you'll enjoy:

🩺 Unlimited vet consultations
👩‍⚕️ Unlimited nurse consultations
💉 Core vaccines, including kennel cough for dogs
🔍 Microchipping for peace of mind
🦠 Tailored flea, worm, and tick antiparasiticides
🌛 Access to our 24 hour Out Of Hours service at a reduced cost
📋 Free insurance processing
🍽️ 10% off Hills Diets for optimal nutrition
😁 10% off dental treatments for sparkling smiles
🔬 10% off neutering

Give your pets the best care possible while saving on essential services. Join the Forestside Members Club today and let's keep those tails wagging and purrs purring! 🐶😺

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11/05/2024

Here's a mixture of night owls and early birds, so between us we're wise, but also have a lot of worms.

It was a 4am start to support this morning. The clinic coffee machine will be getting a lot of use today!

10/05/2024

What a wee dote 🥰

Penny is already eyeing up the birds outside at her final post-spay check.

Spaying your cats before they go outside is incredibly important to prevent unwanted litters, especially now as we're getting into kitten season. Rescues are overwhelmed at the moment and a routine procedure like this ensures we're all doing our part to relieve some of that pressure.

06/05/2024

Just a reminder that we are open for emergencies today

As we're working in the clinic today anyway, there are no Out Of Hours surcharges being added on during normal hours today.

So if your pet is sick, don't delay getting them seen and contact the clinic on 02890184317

04/05/2024

I think we're about a week late for Receptionist appreciation week, but Ben is terrible at scheduling on account of his lack of thumbs 👍🏼

Hope everyone enjoys the long weekend. We are on call for emergencies throughout, with no emergency fees during normal work hours on Monday should anyone have any concerns 😊

02/05/2024

Have you met Amanda, our resident puppy whisperer!? 🐾🐾

Here at Forestside Vets, we take our "paws-on" approach very seriously. It's company policy to ensure each and every puppy knows just how handsome and special they truly are. Amanda takes this duty to heart, providing personalised affirmations and cuddles to each adorable furball.

Because, let's face it, in a world full of wagging tails and wet noses, every puppy deserves their moment in the spotlight! 🐾✨

01/05/2024

Speaking of hip-hop, Oreo the bunny hopped on down to the clinic today to have his annual health check and vaccines. No bother to him at all though, he wasn't phased in the slightest.

If anyone has any good rabbit puns, Oreo here is all ears 🤦🏼

30/04/2024

"Who am I? What's my name?"

Snoop Hog obviously 😂 Snoop visited us for a routine nail trim because he wasn't playing ball (😅) at home.

It took some convincing, but now he's feeling "Young, wild and free" after his mani/pedi 🦔

(My Spotify is a little concerned after researching for this post... Apparently this is a little different than the usual Taylor Swift playlist 😅)

28/04/2024

Having a wonderful day in the sun at with

It's been lovely seeing all the pups that have come up to say hello

Huge thanks to for all the freebies to give away 😎

27/04/2024

One month in and the reviews speak for themselves. 5* all round 🤩

Thanks to everyone that has signed up with us and all your kind words.

Here's to many more months like this 🍾

26/04/2024

Some day outside now, it'll be summer in no time 😎

If you're looking for some dog friendly activities over the weekend, come join us on Sunday for the Doggy Market and Fun Day hosted by 😍

We'll be there for any pet first aid advice and have plenty of toys and treats for any visitors. There will even be a few big bags of dog food up for grabs, courtesy of 🐕

25/04/2024

How it started Vs How it's going 🥰

24/04/2024

With allergy season kicking in, chief lab tech Ben is all over those ear swabs.

Treatment for ear infections isn't a "one size fits all" type of deal and cytology is vital to target the type of bacteria or yeast causing the issue.

Fortunately Ben picked up on the rods in this swab and was able to treat the ear appropriately. Good boy Ben!

21/04/2024

Eddie out enjoying the sun after his monthly Solensia injection 😎

Solensia is a modern type of treatment called a monoclonal antibody. It helps treat the pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, a condition very common but likely under diagnosed and treated in older cats.

Fortunately for Eddie, his owners noticed him getting slower and brought him in for a senior cat consult. Within a few days he was chasing his little brother about the garden again 🥰

19/04/2024

This most recent run of weather has got Harris desperate for a bit of sun, so he's already hit Skyscanner to get himself a cheap trip away.

Pets are allowed to travel abroad however they need a pet passport to do so (within the EU). And to answer the most common question we get asked, yes, even crossing the border technically requires a pet passport... But that's a debate for another day 😅

The Northern Irish pet passport is highly sought after as it still enables our pets to travel within the EU without the need for costly Animal Health Certificates.

From now until the end of May, we're removing the fee for writing a pet passport, so if your pooch is visiting the patisseries of Paris or your cat is galavanting in Costa del Cork, be sure to get your passport sorted before the 31st 🥳

Link for bookings is in our bio ☀️

17/04/2024

This handsome boy is Cú (from the Old Irish word for "hound/dog"). Cú visited us today for a routine preventive dental clean.

Sighthounds such as Whippets, Greyhounds and Salukis are very prone to dental issues and is thought to be multifactorial, including thinner enamel and their narrow skull shape when compared to other breeds.

This makes daily brushing and regular dental checks all the more important. Fortunately Cú was the ideal patient and after a thorough clean, was wolfing down his breakfast in no time 😊

13/04/2024

Swipe ⬅️

Everyone is keen to show off their best smiles in front of the plant wall 😁

12/04/2024

Today we had the pleasure of meeting for her health check. And what a well dressed furry ball of energy she was! 🥰

11/04/2024

Meet Scipio, the rescue greyhound 😍

Scip had been suffering from some stinky breath and his teeth were starting to show some signs of dental disease. The visible build up is only half the battle and the most damaging aspect of the disease lies beneath the gum line. This is a source of chronic pain (even if they are still eating!) and if untreated can result in teeth falling out alongside more serious issues.

This requires a general anaesthetic to treat effectively but fortunately our greyhound enthusiast Rory was on the job to make sure he had his pearly whites (minus one) back in no time.

Scipio is off home with his doggy toothbrush and toothpaste for regular cleaning as this is the best way to prevent dental disease in future. Alongside this, food such as Hills t/d or additives such as Nutraplaque can aid in reducing plaque build up.

We offer free dental checks so if your pup has teeth like Scipio's (or worse!) then book in for a discussion on what we can do to help them smile again 😁

10/04/2024

"🐾 Meet Luna, the newest star of our clinic! 🌟 This adorable 12-week-old Labrador cross stole our hearts today during her puppy vaccine visit 💖 Here she is showering our RVN Amanda with puppy kisses after enjoying her liver lick mat (don't tell Amanda 😅) 🐶💕