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Town and Country Veterinary Group

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Town and Country Veterinary Group

Providing the very best veterinary care services across Lancashire We are a caring, approachable team and hope that we can help and advise you wherever needed.
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Founded 15 years ago by Pamela Cartwright and Mike Rimmer our veterinary practice has established itself in the local communities and provides care to thousands of pets each year. We know as well as anyone that you consider your pet to be an important member of your family. That is why the whole team here at the practice work hard to provide the very best veterinary care services. Town and Country

is a first opinion Veterinary Surgery with 6 Veterinary Surgeons and a dedicated team of both Qualified and Student Veterinary Nurses. At Town and Country, we like to focus on preventative treatment as well as seeing your pets in times of need. The nurses hold free clinics on all aspects of pet ownership and preventative health care, with weight clinics, adolescent checks, dental checks, and older pet checks to name but a few. We feel these clinics are an excellent idea for a number of reasons. It gives us the opportunity to get to know your pet individually and know their personality. It also benefits your pet, realizing that going to the vets can actually be a pleasant experience! Just popping in for a weight check and a chat with the nurse can make your pet enjoy coming to the surgery which can make an unavoidable visit much less stressful for you and your pet. We look forward to meeting you and your pet! The data controller is Independent Vetcare Ltd, The Chocolate Factory, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2AU, (ICO reference number Z3212973). We have a Data Protection Officer who can be contacted at [email protected]

23/06/2024

21/06/2024

Join the Pet Health Club online in these 3 simple steps 🐾

16/06/2024

Happy Fur-ther's Day! Let's see some photos of all the pet dads out there!

15/06/2024

These are the main areas to remember to check for ticks after walks with your dog.

If you are a Pet Health Club member, speak to us about your about tick treatment for the summer months. It's included in your membership 🐶🐾

12/06/2024

Keep your pet healthy and happy and save money whilst doing it!

Join the Pet Health Club today by signing up online as shown below or visit our website for more information:

https://www.townandcountryveterinarygroup.co.uk/pet-health-club

10/06/2024

Heat stroke can happen to any dog at anytime of the day, even when the sun is not out.

Please be aware of the signs and contact us immediately if you are concerned 🐾

07/06/2024

It's easier than ever to sign up to the Pet Health Club 🐾

Just follow these simple steps online 🐶🐱🐰

03/06/2024

It's turning into BBQ season! We hope you have a fun but safe time with your furry friends making burgers!

31/05/2024

Well done to anyone who correctly identified the babies posted this morning as being…. 🥁 🥁 🥁

Ferrets!

6 healthy kits were delivered by c-section from Finch the polecat, who after passing just one at home had failed to produce any more over a number of hours and appeared in distress.
Finch was understandably exhausted last night after her straining and the big surgery, but this morning is doing brilliantly, eating well and very bright, and all her kits are strong and vocal too!

31/05/2024

The team at our Whalley surgery had a very late night on Thursday, with vets Chloe & Joe and Lead Nurse Sarah staying after closing time to bring 6 new lives into the world via emergency caesarian section!

The little newborn babies are pictured here, but which of our clients can guess what these will be when they grow up big and strong???

See the answer here: https://www.facebook.com/100051150374951/posts/1062261762155493/?

30/05/2024

🐱 Cat owners - now is the time to act! 🐱

From June 10th, microchipping your cat becomes law. Don't get caught out with a £500 fine!

27/05/2024

Spring Bank Holiday 🌼
Do you have any Bank Holiday plans with your pets? Leave us a comment and show us what you're up to!

25/05/2024

Our team at Clayton had the pleasure of meeting the beautiful Belle today! She sure made us all smile 🐾🐾

25/05/2024

The gorgeous Polly came to see Jane today and it was puppy cuddles all around 🥰🐶

24/05/2024

This lovely little lady is Pebbles, a 6 month old British shorthair who is owned by our Head Nurse Jane 🐱
Pebbles has recently been in with us to be spayed and we wanted to share a few photographs of the day and her procedure 🐾

10/05/2024

May is 'Walk in the Woods Month'. Share a picture of your dog enjoying their favourite spot!

02/05/2024

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30/04/2024

Here are some do's and don't to help you keep your garden dog friendly 🐶🐾

26/04/2024

🐱 Make sure your cat is microchipped by the 10th June 2024 as this is when it becomes a legal requirement.

🐱 All domestic cats in England must be microchipped by 10 June 2024.

🐱 Kittens will need to be microchipped by the time they are 20 weeks old.

24/04/2024

It's International Guide Dog Day today! We're so grateful to our PAWSOME helpers who help every single day

23/04/2024

Happy St George's Day!

21/04/2024

🐾 Vetpro Joints, soft tissues & liver function 🐾

These Veterinary strength multi-action capsules are designed to support ageing pets by supporting the animal's natural systems that control inflammation and also help to soothe joints.

Contact us today for more information or to book a FREE appointment with one of our nurses.

Blackburn ☎️ 01254 681455

Clayton Le Moors ☎️ 01254 233723

Whalley ☎️ 01254 824244

19/04/2024

If you see a dog wearing these colours, it could mean more than you think...

💛 The dog needs space. Make sure your dog doesn't run up to them.
💚 You often see this with the label 'friendly' on the lead.
❤️ This dog is reactive. No other dogs, do not approach.
🤍 Usually means the dog is deaf and or blind.
💜 Please don't feed me.
💙 In training, no distractions, please.

This might not always be the case, but always be vigilant when walking your dog, as all dogs have different needs🐾

16/04/2024

Want to keep your pets teeth in tip top condition?

These dual ended toothbrushes from Anident are an excellent way to keep your pets dental hygiene regime at its best!

Contact us today for more information 🦷

14/04/2024

Does this sound accurate for your furry friend? 🐶🐾

12/04/2024

*Warning, this post contains photographs from surgery*

This stunning boy is Neville Charles, an 8month old Italian Greyhound that we saw at our Blackburn branch this week.

Neville is what is known as a “cryptorchid”, where his testicles had not fully descended. For Neville his were trapped under the skin in the inguinal (groin) region, rather than being properly situated in the sc***um.

Retained testicles are significantly more likely to become cancerous in later life, so these needed to be removed!
Thankfully Neville’s testicles had left the abdomen which makes this a more straightforward procedure to locate and remove them by skin incisions only - in abdominal cryptorchidism the testicle can be trapped anywhere from the kidney to the groin, which requires a more invasive surgical approach into the abdomen, and sometimes they can be extremely small and tricky to find!

Rather than the routine approach of a single incision by the sc***um, Neville had two small incisions further forward, over each of the swellings we could feel in his groin, through which the offending articles were removed.

The surgery was thankfully uneventful and he is back home now recovering well with his lovely owner.

We would generally expect testicles to have descended appropriately by around 6 months of age, so if you think your pet could have this issue, speak to one of our team!

Address

40 King Street
Blackburn
BB22DH

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 7pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7pm
Friday	8:30am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm
	1:30pm - 5pm

Telephone

+441254681455

Website

http://www.townandcountryveterinarygroup.co.uk/

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We always like happy owners & happy pets, here is a great video sent in to us of a litter of puppies we delivered by emergency caesarean section in mid-April! Their owner had this to say: "Hi all, Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your help!!! As promised…puppies…we still have two girls available. Put the video wherever you wish; if it wasn’t for you guys I’m not sure where we would be!!!" If anyone would like more information on the two puppies available, the owner has asked us to share their mobile number of 07506550654

Lungworm! The Facts!! Pet Health Club

Your dog’s annual injections include vaccination against parvo, so it’s vital to keep these up to protect your pet against this serious infection. Puppies can be vaccinated against canine parvovirus from around six weeks old. As well as protecting your dog or puppy against this nasty and potentially serious disease, regular vaccination is required by kennels and pet insurers as a condition of cover. Read our article to find out more . . . https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/common-questions-about-puppy-vaccinations

Did you know we now offer discounted price Wellness Screenings for older pets? This nurse led scheme includes blood testing, urine testing, blood pressure measurement and a physical exam, all for £85 - or just £63.75 if you are on the Pet Health Club! https://www.townandcountryveterinarygroup.co.uk/about-us/wellness-screenings-for-cats-and-dogs Why not check out the video below from our colleagues elsewhere, who explain the benefits of this scheme

Our Nursing Team are amazing, they really are Superhero's !! 🐱🐶🐰

Tonight at Blackburn we had a 1year old cat called KitKat in for a check over. She had escaped on Boxing Day, and over the last 10 days her new foster owners had noticed her abdomen was rapidly enlarging. Our vet Chloe performed an ultrasound to confirm she was pregnant, and got this fantastic view of the beating heart of one of the kittens! Surrounding this you can see the bright white of the rib cage, with the spine also coming in and out of view as the ultrasound probe moves. Cats are generally pregnant for 63-65 days, and KitKat will be 42days pregnant based on her date of escape, so is only a few weeks away from the big day! Usually cats will have their litters without incident but her new owners will keep a very watchful eye on her and have already set up a nesting box.

Following on from our post last week, 3 of the 4 cats have found homes. The remaining boy is sweet and other than some teeth that will likely eventually need dental work, seems to be in good condition. We are still searching for a home for him, anyone with interest please contact us We are only willing to rehome to an existing client known to us, to ensure he goes to a good home

Your pooch will love this tasty treat, plus it will provide them with great enrichment! Frozen Nosé🍌🍓⭐️Ingredients:🍌1 banana🍓a few strawberries🍦plain yoghurt ⭐️ Method: 🐾 Mush the banana 🐾 chop up your strawberries 🐾 Add with yoghurt to your Kong. You can always add water to your Kong & freeze to make it last longer! ⏰ Follow @thepethealthclub for more recipes.

Early treatment of arthritis can reduce the pain and suffering your pet experiences as a result of their condition. Help them to live life to the full – ask your vet about the signs.

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

🐾 QUEEN'S JUBILEE BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND OPENING HOURS🐾 As we approach the Bank Holiday weekend, please be aware of our opening hours for the next few days: 🟩 Monday 30th May - All branches open as normal 🟩 Tuesday 31st May - All branches open as normal 🟩 Wednesday 1st June - All branches open as normal 🟥 Thursday 2nd June - CLOSED 🟥 Friday 3rd June - CLOSED 🟩 Saturday 4th June - Clayton Le Moors open 8am - 5pm for pre booked / emergency appointments 🟥 Sunday 5th June - CLOSED 🟩 Monday 6th June - Normal opening hours resume across all branches. 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾 🐾

🐾 We hope everyone is looking forward to the early May Bank Holiday 🐾 Our opening hours over the next few days are as follows: 🐶 Friday 29th April - All branches open as usual 🐶 🐱 Saturday 30th April - Clayton le Moors: 8am - 5pm 🐱 🐶 Sunday 1st May - CLOSED 🐶 🐱 Monday 2nd May - CLOSED FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY🐱 🐶 Tuesday 3rd May - All branches open as usual 🐶 Please note: If you require emergency assistance outside of our opening hours or during the bank holiday, please contact VetsNow Preston. Myerscough House Longsight Road Clayton Le Dale Blackburn BB2 7JA ☎️ 01772 378764

🐱 Everything your cat needs to keep healthy and happy 🐱 Sign up to the Pet Health Club today! https://www.townandcountryveterinarygroup.co.uk/pet-health-club

🐱 IF THEY CAN'T SEE ME, THEY CAN'T DE-FLEA ME! 🐱 The only way you can prevent ticks and fleas living on your cat and in your home is regular treatment. Does yours hide when it’s treatment time? @ThePetHealthClub is a monthly payment plan that includes different options to suit your pet, so preventing ticks and fleas doesn’t have to be stressful, disruptive or messy. Talk to us today or join the club at: https://www.townandcountryveterinarygroup.co.uk/pet-health-club

🐾 We hope everyone has a lovely Bank Holiday Monday tomorrow 🐾 Please note all of our 3 branches will be closed for the Bank Holiday and will reopen on Tuesday the 4th May at 8.30am 🐶🐱 If you need emergency assistance outside of our opening hours please contact our out of hours provider Myerscough Veterinary Group who are located on the A59 in Clayton Le Dale. ☎️ 01254 814863 If you have any non urgent enquires please email us at [email protected] with your preferred branch surgery in the subject box and we will reply to you as soon as possible during our normal working hours. Thank you 🐾

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Welcome to Town and Country Veterinary Group's website. We are a first opinion small animal practice serving Blackburn, Clayton-le-Moors, Whalley and the surrounding areas. Our professional and experienced team are committed to providing quality care and treatment to your pet, who we consider to be an important member of your family! We offer a wide range of services including our money-saving Pet Health Club, which provides essential routine care for your pet. For more information please click on the link above or contact your local surgery!