Highcroft Exotic Vets

11/04/2025

Male Spur-Thighed tortoise, sadly not chipped. Found Derry Road Brislington, Bristol. Safe with the exotic species team at the main hospital. Please share to help us find his owners.

03/03/2025

📢 Yurvac Vaccine for Highly Virulent RHD Now in Stock! 🐰

Highcroft Exotic Vets now has Yurvac available – a vaccine protecting against the highly virulent strain of Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (RHD) in rabbits. 🏥💉

To book an appointment, please call Highcroft Exotic Vets at the Wells Road Hospital on 01275 832410. Our team will be happy to advise and arrange a suitable time for your rabbit’s vaccination.

📍 Location: Highcroft Exotic Vets, Wells Road Hospital
📞 Call to book: 01275 832410

26/02/2025

Do you live in the UK or Ireland and care for a parrot? 🦜✨

Researchers at the University of Bristol and the Royal Veterinary College want to hear from you! Whether you're a parrot owner, a rescue centre carer, a veterinarian or a zookeeper, your insights on parrot behaviour are invaluable.

We're conducting an anonymous survey to better understand parrot behaviour and welfare and we’d love to hear from you. Your contribution could help improve the care and well-being of parrots across the UK and Ireland.

✅ Who can participate?
Anyone 18 years or older
Based in the UK or Ireland
Caring for any species of parrot

📋 The survey takes just 15 minutes. Click here to take part: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/svs/parrot-housing-and-behaviour-survey

🗓 Survey closes: April 25th, 2025

If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to contact us at [email protected].

Thank you for helping advance parrot welfare research! 🦜💚

05/02/2025

🌟 Exciting News from Highcroft Exotic Vets! 🌟

We are delighted to share that Highcroft Exotic Vets has been awarded Invertebrate Friendly Practice status by the Veterinary Invertebrate Society! 🦋🐜🕷️

This recognition highlights our dedication to providing expert care for all creatures, great and small – including our invertebrate companions. From tarantulas to snails and stick insects, we are proud to offer tailored, gold-standard care for their unique needs.

A huge thank you to the Veterinary Invertebrate Society for this honour, to our incredible team for their passion and expertise, and to all the invertebrate-loving pet owners who trust us with their fascinating companions. 💙

Got an eight-legged or shelled friend in need of care? Book an appointment with our expert team today! 🩺✨

📞 Contact us: 01275 832410
🌐 Learn more: https://www.vetcollection.co.uk/south-west/highcroft-exotic-vets-whitchurch-veterinary-hospital/

31/01/2025

🌿 Supporting Wildlife Welfare: Our Commitment to Ethical Care 🌿

The Wildlife Care Pledge has been launched! This important initiative has been co-badged by the British Wildlife Rehabilitation Council, BVZS British Veterinary Zoological Society and Scottish SPCA.

At Highcroft Exotic Vets, we fully support this pledge, which calls on veterinary professionals, practice owners, and organisations to commit to the care and welfare of injured and displaced wildlife. By undertaking and supporting the 10 principles outlined in the pledge, we aim to:

✅ Provide expert, compassionate care tailored to the needs of wild animals.
✅ Support the safe rehabilitation and release of wildlife wherever possible.
✅ Uphold the highest standards of welfare in our practices.

This pledge reflects the collective effort of our profession to ensure the best possible outcomes for the wildlife we care for.

We encourage all veterinary teams to join us in committing to these principles and help spread the word far and wide. Together, we can make a difference. 💚

Read more about the pledge here: https://bvzs.co.uk/position-statements/wildlife-care-pledge/

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25/12/2024

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Exotics Team! 🎄

Wishing you and your amazing exotic pets a joyful festive season. Thank you for your support in 2024 – we can’t wait to see you in the New Year!

❤️ The Exotics Team

24/12/2024

Dutch Bantam cockerel found in a layby on the A38 last night being chased by a fox. Safe and sound with us now and thankfully no injuries. Please share to help us find his owners, on the off chance he has escaped from somewhere.

08/12/2024

‼️SCAM ALERT FOR PET OWNERS ‼️

You may receive an email from Petchip.network advising that your pet’s microchip registration has expired and you need to pay for it to be updated – PLEASE IGNORE. THIS IS A SCAM. The email comes with a link taking you to a page showing your pet’s name, microchip number, your contact phone number and looks very convincing. PLEASE IGNORE. 🚩

There is a list of approved databases on gov.uk: Get your dog or cat microchipped - GOV.UK. Typically you would only pay a fee for first registering your pet or if you contact the company to update your details.

It is important to keep your pet’s microchip contact details up-to-date including if you move address or change phone number/ email address. Please contact your microchip provider direct to update your details.

28/10/2024

🚨 Accepting Exotic Species Referrals at Highcroft Exotics Vets! 🚨

Do you have exotic patients in need of expert veterinary care? 🦎🐢🐇 At Highcroft Exotics Vets in Bristol, we’re here to support veterinary practices with exotic species referrals covering a wide range of exotic species. From reptiles and birds to small mammals and fish, our dedicated team is ready to provide the highest standard of care.

🔬 Our Services Include:
✅ Comprehensive health assessments
✅ Advanced imaging and diagnostics (including CT scans)
✅ Expert surgical and medical treatments
✅ Supportive care and ongoing management

With years of experience in exotic animal medicine, our team is equipped to handle complex cases and work alongside your practice to deliver the best outcomes for your patients.

📞 Refer a Case Today! Get in touch with us at exoticreferrals@highcroftvet or visit our website to learn more about our referral process. Let’s work together to provide exceptional care for exotic pets! 💚

25/10/2024

We have had an entire male, lop eared rabbit, found in Whitchurch, Bristol, handed in to our exotics team. He sadly has no microchip. Please share to find his home. Photographic proof of ownership will be required.

21/10/2024

🌟 Outpatient CT Scans for Exotic Pets Now Available at Highcroft Exotics Vets! 🌟

Are you a vet looking for advanced diagnostic imaging options for your exotic patients? 🦎🐢🐍 We offer Outpatient CT Scans designed specifically for a wide range of exotic species, providing high-quality imaging to support your diagnosis and treatment plans.

🔎 Why use us?
🐾 Expert team experienced with exotic animals
🐾 State-of-the-art CT technology tailored for unique species
🐾 Fast turnaround with detailed reports sent directly to your clinic

How It Works:
✅ Simple request process – send your patients to us for seamless imaging
✅ Convenient location at our Whitchurch Hospital
✅ Flexible appointment slots to suit your clients’ needs

📅 Send a Case Today! Contact us at [email protected] or visit our website to learn more. Partner with us for top-notch imaging and care for your exotic patients! 💚

20/10/2024

For those of you who have outside birds, our wet weather will be increasing the risk of avian influenza!

warnings are in place.

A reminder that flood water can carry & spread virus🦠

Minimise contamination to your bird areas by:

• preventing your birds accessing standing waters
• thoroughly cleansing & disinfecting hard standing areas once the water subsides
• inspect buildings & poultry enclosures & repair any damage that could result in wild bird or water ingress.

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/bird-flu-avian-influenza-how-to-prevent-it-and-stop-it-spreading

11/10/2024

Highcroft Exotic Vets is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded Gold RWAF (The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund) status for another year! This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to providing the highest standard of care for rabbits. Thank you to our dedicated team and amazing clients for their support. Here's to another year of excellence in rabbit care!

05/10/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce that nominations for the Burgess Vet Awards are now open, and we would be honored to have your support! 🏆

If you’ve experienced our care, passion, and dedication to the wellbeing of your exotic pets, we would love for you to nominate our Exotic Species Team for this prestigious award.

💚 Your trust and your pets mean the world to us, and it would be amazing to be recognized for the work we love to do.

👉 How to Nominate:

- Visit the Burgess Vet Awards nomination page: https://www.burgesspetcare.com/events/burgess-excel-vet-awards/
- Nominate Highcroft Exotic Vets (or your preferred team member) in the category you feel appropriate.
- Share why you think we deserve the award.

Thank you for your continued support! 🌿 Together, we can continue to provide the best care for your exotic pets.

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01/10/2024

If you’re a rabbit owner, you can benefit from a bag of food or hay per month with a healthy pet club membership.

Your pet can be signed up at Highcroft Exotic Vets or find out more at: vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-
products/healthy-pet-club

15/09/2024

Bird keepers in England & Wales must register by 1 October 2024.

Complete the online registration: www.gov.uk/poultry-registration

If you have a CPH and are already registered, you do not need to re-register.

It’s quick and easy to do.