Boroughbridge Vets

Boroughbridge Vets We are a vet and nurse-led team, owned by Katy and Fiona.

These little sweeties, Pablo and Skye, came in the other week for neutering and microchipping. Everyone fell in love ❤Di...
12/11/2025

These little sweeties, Pablo and Skye, came in the other week for neutering and microchipping. Everyone fell in love ❤

Did you know it is a legal requirement to have you cats microchipped by 20 weeks of age? We regularly microchip kittens whilst they are under anaesthetic for their neutering, and we can even register their details for you!

If you are unsure whether your cat is microchipped, or would like to check their details, please contact the practice and we can book you in to see one of our lovely Registered Veterinary Nurses, or ensure we check when you are next in for a consultation. If adult cats are un-microchipped, we we chip them in their appointment before they leave the practice.

Neutering kittens, what we recommend:

We advise that all kittens are neutered- this prevents unwanted litters, prevents behaviours such as spraying, straying far from home and aggression, and also prevents infections such as pyometra in females.

We will happily neuter kittens from around 4 months or 2kg in bodyweight (older and larger for bigger breed cats) and we do advise a small amount of food the morning of their neutering surgery. During their admit appointment, we always check sex- we've changed a few over the last few years! We also ensure boys have both their testicles and girls are not pregnant.

All of our vets and nurses are happy to discuss neutering at primary vaccination appointments and discuss patient and client specific differences.

If you are welcoming a new kitten into your family, give the practice a call on 01423 900449 to get them registered.

HedgehogsWhat to do if you find a hedgehog out and aboutWe have seen a lot of young, injured, or chilly hedgehogs brough...
10/11/2025

Hedgehogs

What to do if you find a hedgehog out and about

We have seen a lot of young, injured, or chilly hedgehogs brought into the practice in recent weeks by concerned members of the public. This time of year, our prickly friends should be making and changing nests, hunting for food in the daytime and evening and young leaving their family. If you see one out and about in the daytime, it likely needs some attention. If you find a nest of hoglets, or a singular adult, do not touch them and cover them back up. If you find an injured hedgehog, or hoglet, out of it’s nest, very gently pick them up (with a towel or gloves) and bring them indoors or straight to the vets in a box. If you find a hedgehog which looks like its sleeping or ‘dead’, it may well be trying to hibernate. Please place them somewhere safe and covered (e.g. in a hedge or shrub or nesting box) and keep a close eye on it for 24-48hrs, minimising any further handling, if possible.

What you can do at home

Offer water in a shallow bowl and either wet or dry, cat or dog food (not fish based). Do not feed them milk. They are very lactose intolerant, and it will cause diarrhoea. Ensure they are kept warm. If you notice any injuries, or ticks, or they’re just not behaving normally (stumbling, wobbling or lame), please call the practice on 01423 900449. We have some very lovely clients who rehabilitate hedgehogs and release them once they’re a healthy weight and thriving. However, they are territorial, so if we feel they are well enough, we will ask you to place them back where they were found.

Hedgehog numbers are at a decline in the UK. There are lots of simple things you can do to help them out:

• avoid using pesticides to encourage insect numbers
• keep pets away from any potential nesting sites during breeding season (spring through autumn)
• check under hedges, bonfires or overgrown areas before using lawnmowers and strimmers to prevent accidental injury
• place ‘hedgehog-sized’ gaps in fences and maintain hedges and covered areas to encourage nesting
• put out appropriate food and water in areas of known hedgehog activity
Wildlife Aid Foundation | European hedghehog (Erinaceus europaeus)

Found a hedgehog? (britishhedgehogs.org.uk)

A distinguished Gentleman 🐈🐱😍
06/11/2025

A distinguished Gentleman 🐈🐱😍

Frankie cosying up to the fire after his visit for a poorly ear. Speedy recovery little one ❤🐶🔥
04/11/2025

Frankie cosying up to the fire after his visit for a poorly ear. Speedy recovery little one ❤🐶🔥

FireworksA lot of pet owners dread the impending fireworks season. As the nights draw in, there is that unmistakeable ‘b...
01/11/2025

Fireworks

A lot of pet owners dread the impending fireworks season. As the nights draw in, there is that unmistakeable ‘bang’ out of nowhere that can turn even the most stoic dogs into a quivering wreck. Noise ‘phobias’ are, unfortunately, very common in our pets. These can range from mild behaviour changes to extreme reactions and unwanted behaviours causing distress for you, and your pet. Signs that you can look out for in your dogs can be seen in this article from Dogs Trust.

https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/.../signs-your-dog-may-be...

Cats can also become stressed with fireworks season. Even if they are tolerant of the noise, changes in their environment and routine can cause further stress. Many cats with outdoor access will be kept indoors for longer or earlier on an evening. That can cause additional stress which can manifest itself in many ways.
Preparing for fireworks:

It is essential that de-sensitisation is started prior to firework season beginning. You can help your dog to become more accustomed to loud noises by gradually introducing them to loud sounds. Please note this may not be beneficial if your pet is severely noise phobic. In this situation, it would be advisable to seek advice from an experienced animal behaviourist or vet.

Please see the below links from Dogs Trust, Kennel Club, PDSA and Battersea for their sound therapy playlist and advice.

https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/.../sound-therapy-for-pets
https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/.../a-z-of.../fireworks/...
https://www.pdsa.org.uk/.../all-pets/pets-and-fireworks
https://www.battersea.org.uk/.../%E2%80%8Bdogs-and...

What else can be done?

• Be organised and find out when local firework displays are taking place (social media groups may be able to provide information if people are planning fireworks displays in their garden)
• Provide a safe space/den (this could be a crate, or a small space dedicated solely to your pet, ideally set up a few weeks in advance)
• Walk your pet before it is dark
• Stay in with your pet and allow them space to settle where they feel the safest (remember to stay calm and relaxed yourself since your pet will often pick up on your anxiety)
• Experiment with different enrichment strategies to provide a distraction
• Provide pheromone support (there are dog appeasing pheromone products, and similar products for cats, that can have a calming effect)
• Ensure your pets are microchipped and the details are kept up to date
• Close curtains to block out flashes and ensure windows are shut and the house is secure
• Have the radio on for them (classical music has been shown to be calming for pets)
• Ensure your cats are kept inside

Small furries: what can you do to minimise stress?
• Plan ahead to ensure their needs have been considered
• Cover runs and cages with a blanket to muffle loud sounds
• Provide extra bedding to allow them to bury into and hide in
• Bring inside if possible
• Put familiar sounds on e.g. tv or radio

What we can do for your pet
• We will need to see your pet to be able to discuss and dispense any prescription medication
• Thunder shirt fitting for dogs
• Discuss pheromone devices and options for both cats and dogs
• Rule out any other reasons your pet is fearful (e.g. pain, illness)
• Discuss individual coping strategies

If you need us, please don't hesitate to call the practice on 01423 900449 or email us at [email protected]

Happy Halloween! We hope you and are your pets are enjoying spooky celebrations. You may already know that the chocolate...
31/10/2025

Happy Halloween!

We hope you and are your pets are enjoying spooky celebrations. You may already know that the chocolate in your ‘trick or treat’ goodie bag is toxic to dogs, but did you know that other things are also potentially dangerous to your canine and feline friends? If your dog or cat eats any of the following, phone the practice on 01423 900449 for some advice from one of our vets.

- Chocolate
- Xylitol (an artificial sweetener found in products like sugar-free chewing gum)
- Raisin/grapes
- Onions/garlic/leeks
- Decorations
- Mouldy pumpkin

Listed below are some good websites which will help guide you through the Halloween celebrations. They have tips on keeping your pets safe and fear-free and advice on what to do if something happens.

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/.../how-to-keep-your-dog...
https://www.pdsa.org.uk/.../halloween-survival-guide-for...
https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/.../halloween-dangers/
https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/.../life.../seasonal/halloween
https://www.rspca.org.uk/.../ebcfb65c-40f4-58a0-88d2...
https://www.purina.com/.../halloween-safety-tips-for-dogs
https://www.battersea.org.uk/keeping-your-cat-safe-halloween

Please ensure your cats’ and dogs’ microchip details are up to date in case they become frightened by fireworks, trick or treat costumes or unexpected visitors, and run away from home. We are always here to help if you need us.

The lovely Ren getting in some post injection cuddles with Vet Lucy 😍
25/10/2025

The lovely Ren getting in some post injection cuddles with Vet Lucy 😍

Can anyone guess what bird this radiograph belongs too? And can anyone find the issue we identified?Both Vets Katy and L...
22/10/2025

Can anyone guess what bird this radiograph belongs too? And can anyone find the issue we identified?

Both Vets Katy and Lucy will always see injured wildlife. We can always advise on what we can do in-house or whether specialist wildlife centres need to be involved.

Thank you to the wonderful people that brought this young bird in. We all hope he is doing well

Meet the team- Pet edition!These are 'The Boys'. These naughty goats belong to RVN Rachel. Her only comment was 'Don't t...
19/10/2025

Meet the team- Pet edition!

These are 'The Boys'. These naughty goats belong to RVN Rachel. Her only comment was 'Don't trust the one with horns..' 😅

# # WARNING - WOUND PHOTOS # #'The magic of medical grade Manuka honey'This series of pictures depict the wonders of t...
16/10/2025

# # WARNING - WOUND PHOTOS # #

'The magic of medical grade Manuka honey'

This series of pictures depict the wonders of tissue healing. Charlie had an extremely large and infected abscess that burst open near his tail. The wound couldn't be closed so we used medical grade Manuka honey on the affected area after surgical debridement. He required multiple, very regular dressing changes and strict buster collar wearing to allow his wound to heal by secondary intention.

How amazing is Manuka honey? All of this healing happened over just 19 days!

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Leeming Lane Langthorpe
Boroughbridge
YO519DE

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12pm

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+441423900449

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