Highcroft Veterinary Group

30/08/2024

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

28/08/2024

Advice on ‘How can I help my pet in hot weather?’ in British Sign Language, with our Animal Health Care Assistant, Julie Beckett.

For more pet advice in British Sign Language and to use our SignVideo service visit: vetcollection.co.uk/deaf-bsl-service

26/08/2024

‼️ FOUND - White and Tabby Kitten ‼️

Found on Belland Road Park, Whitchurch, a stray, female, very young, white and tabby domestic shorthair. No microchip. If this could be your cat, please contact us on 01275 832410.

Proof of ownership will be required.

26/08/2024

‼️ FOUND - Black Female Cat ‼️

Found in Hillfields Avenue, a stray, female, adult, black domestic shorthair. No microchip. We need to get in contact with her owners. If this could be your cat, please contact us on 01275 832410.

Proof of ownership will be required.

26/08/2024

🐶🎉Today is National Dog Day!🎉🐶

Every day feels like National Dog Day when you are a dog lover - but today we are giving them some extra love. 🧡💚💖💙 Meet some of our Team's lovely dogs featured in these pictures! 🐾🐕‍🦺🐕🐩

Share how your dog is celebrating with us below! 📸

25/08/2024

‼️ FOUND - Black and White Chihuahua ‼️

Black and white, female, chihuahua found last night in Hengrove. Microchipped but details are not up to date. If this could be your pet, please contact us on 01275 832410.

Proof of ownership will be required.

23/08/2024

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

21/08/2024

To travel with your pet to an EU country or Northern Ireland, there are some requirements your pet will need before you travel. We would recommend that you start the process at least four months before your journey.

To find out more about pet travel requirements abroad, visit:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/travelling-with-your-pet

19/08/2024

🧡 Meet the amazing Albus! 🧡

Would you believe that the first picture of Albus was in January of this year? Albus's owner decided to begin the dedicated journey of helping Albus lose some weight. With the help of regular nurse weight clinics and the amazing care and commitment of Albus's owner, he lost weight in a safe and effective manner, from 12.85kg to 9.8kg over 7 months! 🐾🐶

Thank you to Albus's owner for letting us share this amazing achievement! ❤

15/08/2024

‼️ Found - Small Black & Tan Lurcher ‼️

Small, male - entire, black and tan lurcher found in Stockwood. No microchip. If this could be your dog please contact us on 01275 832410.

Proof of ownership will be required.

15/08/2024

Imagine you are deaf. You can’t hear your smoke alarm or 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 our charity of the year – Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – help a deaf person leave loneliness behind, by adding a donation via Pennies when you pay by card. Just a small donation can help deaf people escape isolation and reconnect with life. Thank you.

13/08/2024

‼️ FOUND - Senior Black & White Cat ‼️

Found in Knowle, a Black & White Cat. Senior, Black and White, Male - Neutered. NOT microchipped. Has two collars but no tags. We need to get in contact with his owners as soon as possible.

If this could be your cat, please contact the Whitchurch practice on 01275 832410. Proof of ownership will be required.

31/07/2024

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

29/07/2024

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! 💚

26/07/2024

Today marks the start of the Summer Olympic Games hosted in Paris, the City of Love ❤️

Fun fact: a whopping 32 sports will be played at the Olympics this year, with an estimated 45,000 volunteers helping out at the games.

Will you be watching the Olympics this year? Comment below with your favourite sport!

24/07/2024

A multi pet discount (£1 discount per month) for each additional pet is one of the benefits included when you join The Healthy Pet Club. Giving you a helping paw when you have multiple pets to care for. ❤️🐾

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

22/07/2024

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

17/07/2024

‼️ Found - Large Dog‼️

Female, Large German Shepherd, uninjured and bright in self. Found in Bedminster Down. Is now in the care of the dog warden. If this could be your dog please contact them on 0117 922 2500.

06/07/2024

‼️ ROAD CLOSURE - Tomorrow (7th July) from 8am on the Wells Road ‼️

Sewerage maintenance will be happening on the 7th July from 8am for one day only. This will affect access to the practice from the Wells Road. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Please ensure you leave enough time to get to any appointments, follow diversions and remain safe when getting to us on Sunday!

01/07/2024

We are incredibly proud to have been awarded RWAF gold rabbit friendly status for a 6th consecutive year ❤️🐰

To have achieved this status we have to re-credential on a regular basis, making sure at the heart of everything we do is tailored to minimising stress for these wonderful species, keeping up to date with the most recent medical understanding, constantly improving our teams educations and having the ability to have separate waiting areas and hospitalisation facilities for rabbits.

28/06/2024

🐰 Rabbit Awareness Week - Neutering 🐰

Neutering means removing the reproductive organs; this is either the ovaries in females (known as spaying) or the testicles in males (known as castration). Neutering is a routine procedure that does not require overnight hospitalisation, with an average recovery time of 5-10 days.

All our exotics are seen and cared for by our exotics department, check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1oUDDxwjXmr3vKpS/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Find out more about the benefits and risks of netuering your rabbit here: vetcollection.co.uk/health/should-i-neuter-my-rabbit

From the prevention of unwanted litters to reducing the risk of diseases, learn why neutering is crucial for your rabbit's health.

27/06/2024

🐰 Rabbit Awareness Week - Vaccinations 🐰

Both indoor and outdoor rabbits require vaccinations to keep them safe from infectious disease. Young rabbits are particularly vulnerable to serious illnesses, so it’s important to get them vaccinated early. Rabbits can be vaccinated from five weeks old and will need yearly booster vaccinations throughout their life to maintain immunity.

All our exotics are seen and cared for by our exotics department, check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1oUDDxwjXmr3vKpS/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Find out more about vaccinations for rabbits here: vetcollection.co.uk/health/vaccinations-for-rabbits/

Protect your beloved bunny from serious diseases. Learn about myxomatosis, VHD, and the importance of yearly boosters.

26/06/2024

‼️ FOUND - Female Pomeranian ‼️

Female Pomeranian breed dog found on South Liberty Lane. Microchipped but details not up to date. Safe and well. If this could be your dog please contact the practice on 01275832410.

Proof of ownership will be required.

26/06/2024

🐰 Rabbit Awareness Week - Flystrike 🐰

Flystrike happens more often in warm weather, and in rabbits who have soiled fur (often due to poor diet, obesity or arthritis). Throughout the spring and summer rabbits must be checked twice daily and any soiled fur cleaned. If you find any sign of fly eggs or maggots you must arrange for your rabbit to see a vet as soon as possible.

For more information about Flystrike: vetcollection.co.uk/health/conditions/flystrike

25/06/2024

⚠️We’re having some technical difficulties!⚠️

Please bear with us, our computer systems are currently struggling and things are taking much longer than we’d hope. We hope to have this resolved soon.

Thank you for your understanding!

25/06/2024

🐰 Rabbit Awareness Week - Dental Disease 🐰

Since you cannot check your rabbit’s teeth at home, it is important to look out for signs of dental disease. There are many things that you can look out for that might indicate that your rabbit has some sort of dental health issue. If you notice any of these signs, it is important that you bring your rabbit to your vet for an oral assessment as soon as possible. Stopping eating altogether is an emergency.

All our exotics are seen and cared for by our exotics department, check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1oUDDxwjXmr3vKpS/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

For more information about Dental Disease: vetcollection.co.uk/health/dental-disease-in-rabbits

24/06/2024

🐰Rabbit Awareness Week - Microchipping 🐰

Microchipping rabbits is not a legal requirement but is strongly recommended. Rabbits are excellent escape artists and, if they manage to escape the garden, it can be difficult to identify where they have come from.

Find out more about getting your rabbit microchipped here: http://vetcollection.co.uk/health/microchipping-rabbits

All our exotics are seen and cared for by our exotics department, check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1oUDDxwjXmr3vKpS/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

21/06/2024

There is no denying the fact that dogs can help to alleviate stress in the workplace. In fact, a survey conducted by The Kennel Club revealed that 70% of people think dogs reduce stress within a working environment, and even stroking a dog is said to reduce blood pressure. Is your four-legged friend taking a trip to your workplace today? 🐶💼

18/06/2024

🐶‼️ Advanced Notice ‼️🐱

The Whitchurch Hospital will be CLOSED for one hour today, from 14:00 to 15:00, as we are holding a Practice Meeting. Our main doors will be closed but we will, of course, be open for emergencies only and still treating our inpatients!

The main telephone will be diverted to our emergency line during this time. We appreciate your understanding!

17/06/2024

Our pets are part of the family and we want to share fun experiences with them – including taking them on holiday!☀️

While this often results in great fun and wonderful memories, there are a few things to consider first. A bit of planning beforehand goes a long way towards making it a positive experience for everyone.

For further information on travelling with your pet in the UK, visit: vetcollection.co.uk/health/travelling-with-your-pet