Rose Valley Vets

25/04/2024

** NOW OFFERING TPLO SURGERY **

Cranial cruciate ligament failure in large dogs such as Rotties and Bully's remains a very common issue and is often a surgery that your GP vet will refer for surgical correction. TPLO has become the gold standard for cruciate surgery in dogs over 20Kg.

Following completion of her Small Animal Surgical Certificate and a further TPLO dedicated course, Francesca is now able to offer this complex surgery at Rose Valley.

By offering this procedure at our practice, you can take comfort in knowing that your dog is being cared for by the team that you have come to know and trust.

We offer a fixed price TPLO package at £3800. The cost of the package reflects the level of expertise required to perform this procedure, yet is lower than referral costs, and encompasses ALL the after-care your pet will need to ensure a smooth recovery.

The package includes-
• General anaesthetic with the most modern equipment ensuring a thorough monitoring of your pet under anaesthetic
• Pre, intra and post-operative pain relief and medication
• Surgery by a surgery certificate holder
• High quality implants utilising locking technology
• Overnight hospitalisation in our dedicated in-patient ward whereby your pet is monitored and comforted throughout the night by one of our nursing team in close consultation with our vet on-call
• Suture removal and bandage changes
• 6-week post-operative radiographs
• 6 laser therapy rehabilitation sessions

Rehabilitation is paramount to a successful TPLO, so referral to our rehab partners Canine Health & Hydro. will be encouraged. The only thing worse than no physio is bad physio! These guys are fantastic in what they do and work closely with the vet to ensure a robust treatment plan.

Get in touch with the practice on 01282 930 190 to discuss all your options.

10/04/2024

**Lost**

Please can you keep an eye out for Winnie. Winnie has managed to escape from her carrier this morning in our car park before making it into the practice!
She was last seen crossing the road and heading under the bridge.

She's very nervous so may be hiding.

If you see her please contact us on 01282 930190.

25/03/2024

Two ginger boys to the rescue!

“Ginge” and “Monkey” became potential life savers by donating their blood to a poorly cat.

Blood transfusions in cats is a little different to dogs and unfortunately, there is no pet blood bank for cats. Therefore, if a feline friend requires blood, it’s a matter of finding suitable donors then and there. In this case it was the nurse’s and the vet’s own cats.

Time will tell if this procedure became a life-saving one.

It’s always tough being a vet’s/nurse’s pet - you get volunteered for so many things you never dreamed of doing!

22/03/2024

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒕𝒔 𝑨𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕

Last week the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced its initial review had highlighted some concerns within the industry, particularly with the rise in cost of veterinary care and the huge increase in the number of veterinary practices owned by six major corporate groups.

We are a proudly independent practice, with the practice owner seeing clients and pets every day. We aim to be transparent with our prices with common costs available on our website and estimates are given ahead of any procedure. We understand that financial situations differ and endeavour to provide a range of options to find the best solution for the individual circumstances. That being said, the practice still has wages to pay, utility bills, wholesaler costs and more. This practice is someone’s livelihood - we make our prices fair but do still need to charge for our services!

We stock a wide range of medications at our surgeries as we know our clients appreciate the convenience, speed and reliability of being able to obtain medications at the time of a consultation or procedure. However, we are also happy to provide a written prescription upon request to clients who wish to source medications from an alternative supplier.

We are extremely grateful for our lovely clients who have remained supportive and polite at this time but sadly we have had our share of unfairly angry phone calls and social media posts.

The Rose Valley team work hard every day to provide care for your animal; between us we have completed over 20 years of studying and obtained over 20 years of experience. Unfortunately in our profession, not everything is textbook; our patients don’t respond to our treatment the way they should or we have to work within your financial constraints - this shouldn’t reflect badly upon us. We do our best with what we have - knowledge, experience, modern equipment and a very good team.

We will always try and work with you, but our day-to-day world is tough enough without unreasonable anger. Therefore, if you are abusive to any member of our team that is deemed unreasonable, we will not tolerate it and you will be asked to find an alternative practice.

06/03/2024

COULD YOUR CAT BE A LIFE SAVER?

🩸 We've launched an urgent appeal for feline blood donors to keep stocks at a healthy level. Could your pet help?

Cats need to meet certain criteria to be a feline blood donor at our gold-level cat-friendly clinic:

☑️ Aged between one and eight
☑️ Weighing over 4.5kg
☑️ They must not have received a blood transfusion themselves
☑️ They must be healthy and not on medication
☑️ They need to be up to date with vaccinations and flea treatment, comfortable and relaxed with people and not have travelled abroad

Anyone interested in registering their cat as a blood donor can email Leanne Doherty, a cat advocate at NWVS, at [email protected].

01/02/2024

Last night saw a call out for a feathered friend rather than the furry kind!

Mrs Chicken was suffering from crop stasis, which means the crop is not emptying as quickly and effectively as it should. If left untreated, it can turn into life threatening sour crop.

The crop of a chicken is the first part of their digestive system and stores food before moving into the stomach. Crop stasis can be due to large objects such as rocks that the chicken mistakes for bugs, which then can’t pass through into the stomach. However, in this case the culprit was several pieces of corn kernels.

Mrs chicken underwent surgery to remove the culprits and has recovered very well! She gave the practice her dawn chorus this morning!

23/01/2024

Laser Therapy Vs Demodectic Mange

Young Betty was suffering with very sore, red and itchy skin.

Demodex was found to be the cause! Demodex is a mite that lives in the hair follicles of all dogs and whilst their immune system is functioning normally, it will cause no harm. Demodectic mange most often occurs when a dog has an immature immune system (i.e puppies) allowing the number of skin mites to increase rapidly.

The mites are easily killed with certain medication. However, it is the severe inflammation to the skin that makes puppies feel so unwell. This is why we recommend a course of laser therapy to reduce the inflammation of the skin much sooner.

After just one laser session, the redness in Betty’s face dramatically reduced and her owners saw her happy, puppy self coming back! Betty continued with laser therapy sessions, once weekly for 6 weeks and is now fully healthy!

If you’d like to know more about laser therapy, just give the practice a call. There are a number of conditions it can be used for!

22/01/2024

Happy Monday Everyone!

Boon the cat doesn’t seem so phased that it’s a new week - he’s taking advantage of the calmex calming zone!

18/01/2024

** Warning - graphic veterinary photos **

“Big Girl” came to us because her owner had noticed extreme weight loss over four days and something hard in her belly. Her owner thought she may have eaten some socks again!

Despite feeling poorly, she still came in wagging her tail, looking for cuddles!

Tests unfortunately revealed a large ovarian mass.

Big Girl underwent surgery to remove the mass that weighed 3kg! Her spleen also had to be removed. We have done the best we can to give her and her family more quality time together.

She recovered well and is back in the comfort of her own home, receiving some much needed TLC (mainly in the form of her favourite cooked chicken and peanut butter!)

Well done Big Girl 🥰

17/01/2024

** 20% Off Our Dental Services **

Did you know that 9 out of 10 dogs and 7 out of 10 cats suffer from dental disease? That means it is highly likely that your pet will suffer from some degree of dental disease during their lifetime - the key is catching it early!

Are you waking up to smelly kisses from your pet? Bad breath is caused by harmful bacteria in your pet’s mouth and can indicate dental disease is taking hold.

Pets don’t always show signs they’re in pain, so even if yours is eating normally, they could still be suffering without you realising.

In addition, dental infection can increase the risk of heart, liver or kidney damage if left unchecked.

February is , so if you have any concerns about your pet’s teeth, give the practice a call to book a dental health check and to learn the reasons why you should not choose anaesthesia-free dental cleanings offered by groomers!

Your pet will be sent home with a dental goody bag which contains samples and items that will help you maintain the health of your pet's teeth after their dental procedure.

Because oral health is vital to your pets overall health, we are offering 20% off our dental services from 22nd January, throughout February!

16/01/2024

Good morning from Yogi and Boo -
two wonderful old English sheepdogs!

21/12/2023

** Card Processing Issue **

We have been made aware of an issue with the company that processes our card payments.

Payments are showing as though they are being deducted from your available balance twice.

Please be assured the payment is only debited once but this could be up to a week after the visit.

Furthermore, we would like assure our clients that we are GDPR compliant and do not store clients card numbers, therefore there is no way we would be processing transactions more than once.

We have been in touch with Global Payments Integrated who have stated they’re aware of the issue. Please direct any issues to them as there is nothing we can do from our end.

We are sorry for the inconvenience caused, especially so close to Christmas however, it is not something we are in control of. We advise clients to pay via bank transfer, PayPal or cash in the meantime.

Thank you.

17/10/2023

Did you know Rose Valley Vets are providing laser therapy?

Laser Therapy (also known as Photobiomodulation) is a clinically-effective, non-invasive way to reduce pain, inflammation and encourage natural healing. We've seen excellent results.

This modality helps with a great range of conditions and many patients find the treatment soothing and relaxing, Gus (below) was yawning and snoozing during his session!

We have a dedicated therapy room with bean bags, dimmed lighting and plushy rugs for extra relaxation - just like going to a spa!

Laser therapy can be used to treat a wide range of issues such as;

• Arthritis
• Chronic pain
• Otitis
• Wounds
• Spinal issues (incuding IVDD, lumbosacral disease, spondylosis)
• Post-surgery healing
• Dermatitis/pyroderma
• Hip/elbow Dysplasia
• Oedema
• Gingivitis/peridodental disease
• Feline asthma
• Pulmonary fibrosis
• Inflammatory bowel disease

Here you can see Gus receiving his first session of laser therapy for his Otitis. The laser helps reduce the pain & inflammation associated with this condition. Doesn't he look cool rocking his 'Doggles’?!

We currently have an offer on laser therapy treatments. Give us a call for more details!

14/10/2023

The Rose Valley Avengers!

Animals need heroes too - our fantastic nursing team (Graeme, Emily, Daryl and Issy) work incredibly hard every day to be just that!

01/10/2023

** Vet Receptionist Appreciation **

The 1st of October is the day to say thank you to our hard working, dedicated, multi-tasking, ninja receptionists, Robyn and Mel!

They are the first face and voice you will see and hear from Rose Valley Vets. There to welcome you into the practice, answer all your questions - from the routine to the more obscure, to help you in your pet’s time of need and to ensure you are both looked after in every way possible.

They keep the rest of the team organised and prevent the place from turning into pandemonium!

Thank you ladies, keep doing what you do best, we certainly wouldn’t be able to do our jobs without you.

17/09/2023

** To all our XL Bully clients **

In light of the prime minister’s announcement regarding the ban of the XL, we would like to reassure our clients that we will work closely with you to ensure you comply with the new legislation.

First and foremost, the Chief Vet has told the BBC that XL’s currently in this country will not be put to sleep (https://apple.news/AcwaP_amRSra5MqERYKGrvQ).

Furthermore, we advise:-

1. Book your pet in to be neutered as soon as possible. Castrates are £300, spays are £350.

2. Ensure they are microchipped and the details relating to the chip are up-to-date. We can easily scan them and check their chip details if you pop in to the practice at any point.

3. Muzzle and lead train them - we have a behaviourist on hand that can give you some tips and tricks to help familiarise your dog with having a muzzle on and walking on a lead.

4. Look into having public liability insurance for them.

5. Keep calm. Your behaviour will be under scrutiny as much as your dog. Work with authorities in-spite of your views on the ban.

We realise this ban has sparked controversy - the XL’s we have treated in the past few years have never been trouble (except trying to fit them in a kennel!); we do not and will not judge our clients or their dog simply by breed. We ask that our non-XL clients act with the same respect.

If you have any concerns or questions, please call reception on 01282 930 190 Monday to Friday 08:30-18:30, we will do our best to answer them.

Owners will have to muzzle, neuter and register their dogs, Christine Middlemiss says, after PM announces ban.

16/09/2023

It was a cat kind of day!

09/09/2023

Heatstroke is a very serious condition that can come on incredibly quickly. The prognosis for heatstroke in dogs is guarded; mortality rates approach 50%, with most deaths occurring within the first 24 hours in-spite of veterinary treatment.

If you notice:
- Vomiting
- Excessive panting
- Foaming at the mouth
- Bright red gums
- Confusion
- Weakness
- Collapse
- Shaking
- Seizures
- Diarrhoea

You need to:
1. Immediately move them to a cool area
2. Start gentle cooling by pouring cool water over your pet's entire body
- Current research shows that survival rate is increased if owner's instigate cooling methods straight away rather than waiting to get to the vets.
3. Use a fan to get air flowing around them
4. Call your vet for further advice

As a first opinion practice we can initiate internal cooling methods and administer medication to help the process, however a number of heat stroke patients require anaesthetising and potentially placing on a ventilator. Estimates at Vets Now for treating heat stroke are between £6-8000 - "Dogs don't die from missing a walk". Be careful!

With temperatures soaring in some parts of the UK this week, it's super important to remember that dogs can easily overheat and suffer from heatstroke. Our handy dog walking guide shows which temperatures are safe for your dog to exercise in and which should be avoided. 🌡️🐶

Here are four tips you should follow during this (delayed) summer weather:

☀️ Place the back of your hand on the pavement for seven seconds. It's too hot to walk your dog if you struggle to hold it down.
☀️ Keep to natural grass for walking.
☀️ Walk early in the morning or late in the evening when surfaces are cooler.

07/09/2023

📢 Afternoon appointments available 📢

We are pleased to announce that commencing the 19th of September, vet consultations will be available between 2pm and 6pm.

These can be booked on-line via our website, requested via Petsapp or by calling reception on 01282 930 190.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our clients for their patience whilst vet consultations have been morning only.

06/09/2023

Our clients can be quite inventive!
(Photo Credit - Mrs Tilly and her dog Suzie)

Suzie underwent a surgical procedure termed “anal sacculectomy” which involves removing the two scenting glands within the a**s. Suzie had suffered from recurring infections and blockages of the glands which did not resolve with medical treatment so, to prevent her from suffering any longer, her owner opted for surgery.

Suzie recovered quickly from surgery - so quickly in fact that she didn’t keep her cone on for long! So her owner had to come up with a new way of wearing the cone of shame and it worked!

28/06/2023

We would like to take this opportunity to say a massive congratulations to Daryl who, as of today, has become a fully qualified veterinary nurse!

Daryl chose Rose Valley as the practice to gain her vital practical experience and has been with us on our journey from newly opened practice to 3 yrs old! Despite being a student, Daryl has helped the practice become what it is today whilst comforting, vaccinating, monitoring, bandaging, performing schedule 3 surgeries and loving all the pets in her care!

We wish her all the success in the world as she starts her career as an RVN!

22/06/2023

📢📢 Announcement 📢📢

We are pleased to announce that we are now part of the new Cats Protection League neutering scheme.

The voucher covers the cost of neutering plus microchipping if needed, pain relief to go home with and a buster collar!

If you have a cat that needs neutering, and you have a household income of less than £25k a year you will be eligible for a neutering voucher. This means that the cost to you will be just £10 per cat.

Please contact the practice on 01282 930 190 to receive a voucher and book the procedure. Please be aware, due to high demand there may be at least a 2-3 week wait.

We are accepting registered and non-registered clients as we are aware no other practice in Burnley are participating in the scheme.

06/06/2023

It’s always good to have moral support on op day! 🥰

03/06/2023

Rose Valley Vets team dogs winning all the rosettes at HAPPA - Horse & Pony Protection Association dog show!

Special mention to Tiny beans Rescue Lancashire and their little bean that won best rescue!

A great day was had by all!

23/05/2023

Veterinary awareness month 💚👩🏽‍⚕️💚

💚 May is Veterinary Nurse awareness month! Its aim is to raise awareness of all the important work our nurses do! 💚

👩🏽‍⚕️You may see our dedicated nurses in clinics performing wound checks, claw clips, dental checks, weight management sessions, second vaccinations, microchips and so many more.

💉 Veterinary nurses have so many important skills and responsibilities and have undertaken years of training. Here are just a few jobs that our nurses do: help our vets place IV catheters, take blood samples, perform minor surgery’s (under schedule 3), monitor anaesthetics and recoveries and perform laboratory tests.

We would also not be able to provide our 24 hour, round the clock in-patient care at our ward hospital next door without them.

🐶We hope you can join us in supporting and celebrating our fab nurse team! Small but mighty!💚
Why not pop into the clinic or call to speak to one of our receptionist or nursing staff to see what availability we have on our nurse clinics 🐾

Do you recognise any members of our amazing nursing team?👀👩🏽‍⚕️

25/04/2023

Thank you to Tess’ owner for the yummy sweet treats - enjoyed by all within 5 minutes of entering the building!

Tess was diagnosed with an auto-immune disease - Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia in January. After a blood transfusion and a long course of treatment, we are so happy to say Tess is finally back to her usual, bouncy, playful, happy self!

Tess wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t for Pet Blood Bank UK, the dog’s that donate their blood to them and of course her very caring and wonderful owner, John.

If you have a dog that is over 25kg, between the age of 1 and 8yrs old, healthy and has not travelled, please get in touch and we can give you all the details you need to get your dog in the donor register! Your dog can save lives!

08/03/2023

Gus, the Australian Labradoodle was so good for his second vaccination that we felt he deserved a photoshoot too!
He’ll soon be ready to explore the big wide world now that he has had his vaccinations and is protected against some of the deathly diseases dogs can pick up.

Vaccinations are an important part of preventive health care, speak to one of the team if you’re unsure what your puppy or dog needs!

11/02/2023

We want to say a big thank you to Ta**us Security Group and Burnley and Padiham Police who, with their speedy response, prevented a robbery at our practice last night.

Two men were caught on CCTV breaking the glass of our window with a piece of slate. Police arrived on site within 4 minutes of being called and an arrest has already been made.

All surgeries will be performed in our second theatre whilst the repairs are carried out.

We apologise for the appearance of the practice for the next few days and appreciate your understanding.

25/12/2022

From our family to yours, wishing you a Merry and healthy Christmas!