YourVets Sheldon

24/08/2024

🌊 Beware of saltwater poisoning! 🌊

As summer heats up, it's important to keep our pets safe at the beach and around salt water.

Saltwater poisoning can occur when pets ingest large amounts of saltwater, leading to dehydration, vomiting, diarrhoea, and, in severe cases, seizures or even death.

Here's how to protect your pet:
✔️ Hydration: Provide fresh water to prevent them from drinking saltwater.
✔️Monitor Play: Limit intense play in the sea and watch for excessive swallowing of seawater.
✔️Signs of Trouble: Watch for symptoms like lethargy, confusion, or vomiting after beach outings.

If you suspect saltwater poisoning, contact your vet immediately. Prevention and quick action are key to keeping your pets safe this summer! 🌞🐶🐱

23/08/2024

STRAY CAT!

Stray cat handed into us.
This cat is currently receiving emergency treatment and we would like to get in touch with the owners.
This cat is female, and not chipped.

If this is your cat, please call the clinic 0121 783 5083.

Proof of ownership will be needed ❤️

23/08/2024

📣 POLITE INFORMATION! 📣

We have recently been inundated with stray cats, and we unfortunately do not have the capacity to keep them here at clinic. We have enough kennels to hospitalise our sick patients, and routine operations. Due to us not being a 24 hour clinic, nobody is here during the night to monitor the stray animals brought into us.

We are happy to check if the stray cat has a microchip, however once it has been checked by a vet and is deemed well, you will have to put the cat back where you found it if unchipped, possibly with a paper collar including your details for any potential owners to contact you if the cat was to find its way home.
The vets will check the stray cats that are sick, injured or classed as an emergency, however if the vets feel like they are then well enough to be put back where they are found, then this is what we’ll ask you to do.

Stray dogs however will always be scanned for a microchip, and kept at clinic until the dog warden is available to collect them, providing no owner can be found.

We have leaflets in the clinic that have all the available rescues from the local area that are contactable for advice and help if you do have a stray cat that isn't microchipped.

Thank you! 🐾❤

23/08/2024

❤ INTERNATIONAL BLIND DOG DAY 2024 ❤

Like humans, some dogs are born blind, while others lose their vision in one or both eyes because of age, trauma, or diseases. Fortunately, they quickly adjust to their new reality and can live long, happy lives without losing most of their independence.

Tips to Keep a Blind Dog Happy and Healthy:
* Make Your Environment as Predictable as Possible
* Take Advantage of Your Pet’s Other Senses
* Always Use Verbal Cues
* Protect Your Blind Dog From Potential Dangers
* Provide Plenty of Enrichment Opportunities
* Be Patient

22/08/2024

STRAY CAT!

Stray cat handed into us with three kittens, found in Yardley.
Entire Female.
This cat is not microchipped.

If this is your cat, please call the clinic 0121 783 5083.

Proof of ownership will be needed ❤️

22/08/2024

❤️ REUNITED WITH OWNER ❤️

STRAY CAT!

Stray cat handed into us, found in Yardley.
This cat is microchipped, however we cannot get hold of the owner.

If this is your cat, please call the clinic 0121 783 5083.

Proof of ownership will be needed ❤️

22/08/2024

Deafness is rising in the UK; by 2035, it is estimated that one in five British people (over 15 million) will experience hearing loss.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a national charity that trains dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds like the smoke alarm, alarm clock and even a baby’s cry.
Their burgundy coats also act as a visual reminder to the public when they are out and about that their partner is deaf. Donations raised through Pennies when you pay by card help support Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Just a small donation can make a big difference!

21/08/2024

Did you know you get 10% off all vet fees and products with a Healthy Pet Club membership?
Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

20/08/2024

‼️FOUND CAT ‼️

Young female, White and Black DSH cat found in a carrier in Elmdon Park.

If you think this is your cat please contact us on 01217835085, email us at [email protected] or FB message us!

19/08/2024

OUR CLINIC OPENING HOURS FOR AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY ‼🌸
Here is the opening hours at YourVets Sheldon for the upcoming bank holiday!
If you need us while we are closed over the bank holiday, please contact our OUT OF HOURS clinics;
YourVets Solihull - 0121 647 4100
YourVets Smethwick - 0121 516 1999

19/08/2024

MUZZLE MONDAY

Some dogs have a bite history - this could be due to various reasons. They may not like other dogs, they may not like busy places and this allows them to walk out and about.
Which gives their owners more confidence in handling them.

17/08/2024

Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day!
Today we are celebrating all our black feline friends - but how good is your black cat knowledge?
Make sure to show us how your black cats are celebrating their day in the comments below! 🐾🐱❤

16/08/2024

🌍Protect Our Environment: Safe Disposal of Pet Medicines 🌍

As part of our commitment to the environment, we're taking action to prevent harmful chemicals from flea and worming treatments from reaching our waterways. Studies have found these chemicals at toxic levels in English rivers, and we need your help! 🐾

We will be turning up the volume to remind customers about safe disposal and bringing unused medicines back to our practice for safe disposal. We are also asking all our vets to use a systemic flea or worming product wherever possible.

🔄 Safe Disposal: The best way to dispose of your pet's unused flea, worm treatments, and other medicines is to return them to us. Check your cupboards for any unused or expired meds, including tablets and pipettes removed from their packaging, and bring them back to our practice for safe disposal.

How to Prepare Medications for Return:
💧 Liquids: Ensure tops/lids are secure and place them in a sealed, leak-proof bag.
💊 Tablets: Keep them in their original packaging (if possible) or place them in a child-proof container.
Let's work together to keep our environment safe! 🌱

15/08/2024

Unlike us, pets have no understanding that hot weather can be harmful. We control their environment, their access to water and their exercise, and they can’t speak up if they start feeling unwell.
Heat stroke can rapidly progress and, even with veterinary treatment, is often fatal.
Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/keeping-pets-safe-in-hot-weather

14/08/2024

14/08/2024

REUNITED WITH OWNER ❤️

STRAY CAT FOUND 🐈

Found under a bush on Conway Road - Chelmsley Wood.

We believe this cat to be an elderly age, female, no collar and no chip. Has a distinctive speckle marks on her nose.

Please contact the clinic if this is your cat 🐾❤️

14/08/2024

PATIENT OF THE DAY!🐶❤

Here we have our patient of the day called Splash.
Splash came in for her routine spay operation and all the way from the moment her pawrents dropped her off to collecting her after she was the most well behaved doggy and the nurses loved their cuddles with her!
Here she is with Veterinary nurses Luan and Laura who consulted the post operative check where she was finally signed off! PCA Jess helped the nurses with cuddles so they could check the wound to make sure she has healed all correctly! 🐾❤

13/08/2024

Did you know you could benefit from 20% discount on selected lifetime care medications for your cat or dog when you’re a member of The Healthy Pet Club?
Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

12/08/2024

MUZZLE MONDAY

Some dogs wear muzzles as they like to chase wildlife and it keeps them and others safe!

For 10% discount of Muzzle Movement Muzzles use the code "YOURVETSSHELDON"

11/08/2024

You know your pet is covered day to day with their routine parasite treatment, but what about if you take your pet abroad?
There are many different diseases and parasites that our pets can come into contact with when travelling to foreign countries.
To find out more about the health considerations when travelling abroad with your pet, visit: vetcollection.co.uk/health/travelling-with-your-pet

10/08/2024

🌈 DESEASED CAT🌈

White and Black Female, DSH
No chip present

Found Casey Walk B37

If you think this is your cat please send message or call on 01217835085

10/08/2024

National “Spoil Your Dog Day” is celebrated on the 10th of August every year, and is a day entirely dedicated to spoiling our four-legged companions like never before. Comment below with a photo of your furry friend!🐶🐾❤

09/08/2024

STRAY KITTENS FOUND🐾

These kittens were brought in by a member of the public found in a box in a a field.
These kittens are about 4 months old.

Please contact the clinic if you think these are your kittens 🐾

09/08/2024

STRAY DOG!

We have had a stray puppy found, German shepherd breed.
Came into clinic, by the member of public with a harness and lead attached. Found in Radleys park running around.

If this is your puppy, please contact the clinic.

Gender is withheld - photo evidence needed 🐾❤️

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day!
Today is all about our feline friends - how is yours celebrating today?
Show us in the comments below! 🐾🐱❤

07/08/2024

STRAY CAT HANDED IN!!

We have had a stray cat handed into us, is chipped but has been re-homed and the chip details are now incorrect.
This cat needs medical attention.
Tabby and White, neutered male, elderly.
It is currently being housed by the finder.

Please give the practice a call if you think this is your cat on 0121 783 5085 🐾
Photo evidence is needed.

06/08/2024

Imagine you are deaf. You can’t hear your alarm clock. You can’t hear your text messages. You miss out on social interactions.
That’s what life is like for deaf people, and it can be very isolating. A hearing dog can make a big difference.
You can help a deaf person to leave loneliness behind by adding a donation via Pennies to our charity of the year, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.
Please ask us about making a donation when you pay by card at your next visit!

05/08/2024

MUZZLE MONDAY 🩷



The Muzzle Movement

04/08/2024

Assistance Dog Day is celebrated on August 4 every year!
Dogs are a man’s best friend because of their loyalty and dedication, but assistant dogs take this to a whole new level. These dogs help people with disabilities or illnesses to navigate through life. They help where they can and perform simple tasks like guiding their owner’s path, helping fetch an item, and lots of other activities. These dogs and their trainers deserve to be celebrated, and so this brought about Assistance Dog Day which aims to raise funds and increase awareness of the work they do!

5 Facts About Assistance Dogs 🐾
1 - They are not pets - Assistance Dogs are not pets as they have a job to do, which is to assist their owners.

2 - Training a service dog is expensive - Service dogs, because of their specific services, are expensive to train.

3 - Any dog can be an assistance dog - All dogs can be service dogs as long as they are well-trained to carry out a particular task.

4 - Retrievers are the best assistance dogs - Any dog can be used as a service dog, however, retrievers make the best ones because they are very smart dogs.

5 - No certification is required for them - Service Dogs do not need a certification, they just need to be able to perform a specific task.

03/08/2024

Heat stress starts as a reversible condition, but if not managed it will develop to heat stroke, which is extremely dangerous.
If your pet shows any of these signs, they should be moved to a cool area and offered plenty of water to drink.
Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/keeping-pets-safe-in-hot-weather