Overdale Vets

26/06/2024

Summer tips for your rabbits!🐰
Although rabbits originate from the western Mediterranean, they’re not actually used to spending too much time in the red-hot sun. This is because in the wild, rabbits hide out in deep burrows where it’s cool and shaded. Hot summer days can prove dangerous to our bunnies. Here are our 5 summer tips for rabbit owners . . .
1. Keep them in the shade
2. Provide plenty of water
3. Try some frozen treats
4. Check regularly for flystrike
5. Make sure your bunnies are healthy

24/06/2024

It's Rabbit Awareness Week🐰 Rabbits make great pets for families and those with busy lives. They’re docile, sociable, and can be trained to use a litter tray. And, of course, they’re super cute!🐇
For that reason, it’s easy to be seduced into buying a rabbit without thinking through your decision. Because it’s always better to make an informed decision before you welcome a new pet to your home, here are some of the things you need to know before buying a rabbit:
-Healthy rabbits can live for up to 12 years
-Rabbits have delicate digestive systems
-They're prey animals, so can be nervous
-They're not fans of being held or picked up
-Rabbits who haven't been neutered might spray urine to mark their territory
-Like any pet, too much stress can lead to ill-health
-Boredom is also associated with stress — enrichment is key to rabbit happiness

20/06/2024

How you can hep your pets this summer; from keeping cool, parasite free, hydrated to entertained

14/06/2024

Baby Bean was very brave for her first vaccination🩷

13/06/2024

⚠️Warning dental pictures⚠️

Dental before and after a scale and polish today for Nellie, luckily for Nellie she only needed 1 molar removing.

Preventative care is very important as our pets as they get older to stop decaying of the teeth. What you can do at home: regular teeth brushing, feed dry kibble, use plaque off.

We offer dental check ups free on the Pet Care Plan with a nurse

10/06/2024

Todays the day! Have you had your cat microchipped yet? If your cat isn't microchipped by 10th June, owners will need to ensure it's done within 21 days or risk a potential fine of up to £500.

08/06/2024

A big thank you to farmers from all of us!!

06/06/2024

Kidney disease is very common in cats especially those which are older

If you think your cat is showing any signs of kidney disease, speak to one of our vets! Some symptoms can include: increased thirst and urinations, dehydrations, intermittent vomiting, weight loss and lower back pain

04/06/2024

Meet Penny…

Penny came into us as her owners were concerned with vomiting, not being herself and off food. She was admitted for diagnostic investigations which included blood tests, ultrasound scan and x-rays to determine the cause. The ultrasound scan revealed a distended area of intestine which made us highly suspicious of a foreign body and so we proceeded to surgery. An area of impacted grass was located along with a 10cm stick which had unfortunately caused a perforation in the intestines. This lead to us having to remove the affected portion of intestine.

Pennys owners wanted to make an awareness of the dangers of letting your dogs play with sticks sticks!

Penny has gone on to make a full recovery❤️‍🩹

04/06/2024

EDIT: Thank you for all your help, owner has been located

Stray cat found!
Female tortoise shell cat, is microchipped and is 15 years old.
We are struggling to get hold of the owner, if you know of anyone missing a cat or you think she could be yours, please call the practice on 01298 23499

03/06/2024

Merlin hopped into practice for his annual vaccination and nail clip

01/06/2024

We are celebrating World Milk Day so, here's a shout out to all the dairy farmers out there!

31/05/2024

Only 10 days to go until the cat microchipping legislation come in to place!

We are offering ✨£10 OFF✨ microchips for cats

27/05/2024

Have you got any bank holiday plans with your pets?

26/05/2024

We are offering ✨£10 OFF ✨ microchipping for cats to help clients comply with the new legislation coming into force from 10th June 2024

Remember those on the Pet Care Plan microchipping is FREE

24/05/2024

BANK HOLIDAY - 27TH MAY 2024

A quick reminder that we will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday, but our Buxton practice is open on Saturday 25th May from 8.00am to 1.30pm and we will then be open as normal from 8.00am on Tuesday 28th.

We hope you and your pets all enjoy the bank holiday weekend.

We are a dedicated team of Veterinary specialists serving clients across Buxton, Hope, Castleton, Fairfield and Bradwell. Find out more about our practices here.

23/05/2024

Worried your dog is over weight, you can not tell by the numbers on the scales or by looking at tables of "right weight for breeds" because all individuals are different. The only way is to look at the body shape and assess body fat- this were the body condition score comes in

If you need advise, we offer weight clinics with a nurse

21/05/2024

Does your pet suffer with upset stomachs? Digestive function helps maintain normal digestive function, increases good bacteria, replenishes natural balance of gut bacteria, binds toxins, improves stool consistency, highly palatable natural formula, reduces flatulence

16/05/2024

Vetpro joint and mobility benefits:
- Aids and soothes stiff joint
- Promotes mobility and flexibility
- Supports joint structure
- Helps maintain your pet's quality of life by maintaining optimum joint health
- For cats and dogs

13/05/2024

NEW PUPPY ALERT!! 🐾🐶 cuteness overload

Amber, the Golden Retriever, in for her first vaccination and health check today
Rufus, the Rottweiler, in for his 3rd primary vaccine and worming treatment

Did you know… dogs and cats need 2-3 primary course vaccination injections to start and then one injection annually to keep that immunity topped up 💉

13/05/2024

🐱‼️10th June 2024 ‼️🐱
It is less than 1 month until it a legal requirement for cats to be microchipped in England!!

With less than 1 month to go we are offering £10 OFF cat microchipping to help our clients comply with the legislation. This brings the cost down from £25 to £15.

Pet Care Plan patients get a microchip included FREE OF CHARGE- speak to our reception team about joining the Pet Care Plan!

- Kittens will need to be microchipped by the time they’re 20 weeks old.
- If a cat isn't microchipped by 10th June, owners will need to ensure it's done within 21 days or risk a potential fine of up to £500.

11/05/2024

Do you need any advise on your cats weight? Our nurses offer weigh clinics where we can advise the best solutions for weight management

09/05/2024

Cats are very sensitive to stress, here are some signs to look out for!

If your cat shows these signs, give our reception team a call on 01298 23499

07/05/2024

Dog anxiety awareness week!

Does your dog show any of these anxiety signs? VetPro offer stress and anxiety capsules which are formulated to aid relaxation in stressful situations for dogs and cats

- Helps reduce stress
- Calms behaviours
- Fast acting
- High strength
- No sedative effect
- For dogs and cats

06/05/2024

03/05/2024

Remember to keep weight management at the forefront of your mind, especially during summer when the grass is rich and growing furiously! Regularly weighing your horse with a weight tape can help you keep an accurate account of fluctuations or weight gain. If you're worried about your horse's weight or would like to discuss a weight management programme, call us today and we'll be happy to help!

01/05/2024

BANK HOLIDAY - MONDAY 6TH MAY

We will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday, so please check you have enough food and medication to last you over the bank holiday weekend.

If you need to order more, please give us a call or order online at

Need to order food or medication for your pet? We've kept it easy for you and you can do this right here on our website!

01/05/2024

It is becoming the law, as of 10th June, that all pet cats need to be microchipped in England

You will be given 21 days to get your cat microchipped from this date. Otherwise you may face a fine up to £500 if you don't comply.

Please call the practice on 01298 23499 to book an appointment for your cat to be microchipped with a vet or a nurse.

30/04/2024

Little Reggie in today for cuddles following his 2nd vaccination and health check🐾 He’s already learnt the art to puppy dog eyes 🥺

30/04/2024

We have had a stray female husky dog brought into us. No collar, no microchip. Please contact us on 01298 23499 if you think this may be your dog.
Thank you.