Clarendon Street Veterinary Surgery

15/08/2024

https://gofund.me/0e8d648a

Hey there! Amber is tackling a tough Hyrox challenge to raise money for the Cambridge RSPCA, and every little bit counts toward helping animals in need. Could you click the link below to donate or share the cause? Thanks so much!

Our colleague Amber is competing in a grueling Hyrox challenge to raise… Anna Forrester needs your support for Amber is raising money for the Cambridge RSPCA!

04/06/2024

Tigger needs a home! He is a truly gorgeous boy, very loving and dog-like in his mannerisms. He is a lover not a hater and needs a home where he is not going to be bullied by other cats as he is a big softie and can't stand up for himself. He is currently in foster care with a friend of the practice. If you would like any information on Tigger, please do drop us a line and ask for Anna.

30/04/2024

UPDATE- Butter has now been adopted ❤️

“Butter” is a 9 week old kitten looking for a new home. He is currently in foster care with one of our team with his siblings. He is very nervous of strangers and takes a while to warm up but once he does, oh my does he purr! He is very scared of being picked up and will scream if he doesn’t know you, but once his trusts you, he totally relaxes and loves to be close to you. Because of his nervous disposition, he would not be suitable for a family with young children who are going to be very hands on as this will massively hinder his rehabilitation. A home check and an £85 adoption fee, payable to the RSPCA, will be required to adopt Butter. This small fee will cover his vaccinations, worming and microchipping. Butter likes company so ideally would like someone to be home for the majority of the day, especially as he is growing up. He likes other cats and has spent a lot of time around dogs in his foster home, with whom he likes to play. Please get in touch with us and ask for Anna, with any serious enquiries.

13/03/2024

We try and be green where we can at the clinic and have had the following poster designed for our windows to discourage people frrom running their engines whilst waiting outside the vets.

If you would like a PDF of this to share in your home, office or school, please email Anna on [email protected] and we can send you a copy :-)

22/02/2024

Your local RSPCA needs you! We work very closely with the Cambridge RSPCA and they do so much for animals and people in the local community. Please help if you can.

Our "lifesaver fund" aims to provide help for animals in need of immediate veterinary treatment outside the working hours of our clinic.

09/02/2024

From Barney's owner:

"Please help us find Barney missing from the Perne Road area of Cambridge. Last seen popping out at 6 pm Wednesday 7th Feb and hasn't returned. This is so out of character. Please check sheds and outhouses. Thank you"

09/02/2024

18/12/2023

Firstly, we would like to wish all our lovely clients and pets a very Happy Christmas and the very best for 2024! It’s been a busy year at the surgery and we are all looking forward to the Christmas break.

The surgery will be open as usual until 12pm on Saturday December 23rd. We will then be closed until 8.30 am on Wednesday December 27th. We close again for the New Year at 12pm on Saturday 30th December, re-opening at 8.30 am on Tuesday January 2nd.

As usual, if treatment is required while the practice is closed, you can contact our out-of-hours provider, Vet24, at Milton, on 01223 426600.

If you need to stock up on medication before we close for the festive period, please give us plenty of notice as we can get very busy around this time. If you are planning to travel abroad with your pet and need an appointment for the required paperwork, please call us as soon as possible.

One of the most common emergencies at the time of year is the accidental consumption of completely unsuitable foods and objects! Be very careful what you leave wrapped beneath the tree, or dangle invitingly from the tree. If you realise your pet has eaten something they shouldn’t, call us as soon as possible, so we can decide on the best course of action. In some cases, we would give an injection to induce vomiting, recommend X-rays are taken if a foreign body has been consumed, or advise you to wait and see what passes through.

As well as Christmas presents and decorations, there are a lot of foods that can cause problems for our furry friends, including many of the treats we enjoy at Christmas, such as chocolate, alcohol, mince pies and Christmas cakes!

We are always on hand to advise if any doubt, as are Vets24 should we be closed. There is also the very useful Veterinary Poisons Information Service, a helpline that is available 24 hours a day, who will, for a small fee, advise on what to do if your pet has eaten something potentially toxic.

https://www.vpisglobal.com/

We all know that chocolate is bad for our dogs, but how much is too much depends on the type of chocolate and the amount consumed. Another really useful resource is the Vets Now Chocolate Toxicity Calculator, an easy-to-use tool which lists the signs of chocolate poisoning and helps you work out when to seek medical attention.

https://dog-chocolate-calculator.vets-now.com/ #

We very much hope you don’t need to use any of the above resources, enjoy some rest and quality time with your favourite animals (and people!) and we look forward to seeing you again in 2024.

With very best wishes,

Patrick, Harriet, and all the Clarendon Street team

Dog chocolate toxicity poisoning can be fatal. Use our dog chocolate calculator to find out whether your dog has eaten a dangerous amount.

04/12/2023

Magnus is a grey and white Maine C**n, a big, furry cat with a gentle nature and an unmistakable huge tail! You can’t miss him - he’s much bigger than a typical moggy with a long coat, big green eyes and tufts on his ears like a lynx.

He was last seen on the morning of Thursday, 30 November near the Buddhist Centre on Newmarket Road. He lives nearby on Kingsley Walk, and his GPS tracker shows that he was wandering around Wellington Street, Evening Court and Napier Street on Thursday and Friday.

Please get in touch and we will pass on the owners details.

Many thanks,
Anna

27/10/2023

Dear clients,

Now it's getting colder, we appreciate it's time to put the heating on in your cars. However, we would be so grateful if you would turn your engines off if you are waiting outside to be seen.

Thank you so much in advance for your cooperation.

With Kind Regards,

The Clarendon Street Team

05/10/2023

Great news regarding “Soups” the cat who has regained some of her vision due to the sterling efforts of our team and our long standing friend, Dr David Williams. We wish her a speedy recovery!

Delighted to say Super G snoozed her way home from Cambridge and is now seeing a little more of her world for the first time! Amazing!

She's now sleeping off her busy day on the sofa, on her upside-down lap tray, holding her favourite mouse.

After spending her first 1½ years with almost no vision, we're very grateful to Dr David Williams for donating his time and Clarendon Street Vets for giving their facilities, time and anaesthesia.

He only tackled her completely blind right eye as he shares our hope that her left eye can still heal and regain some more vision with time.

It was funny watching her notice the camera phone for the first time and noticed hands coming towards her! Lots more firsts to come 😻

03/10/2023

Today we are operating on this lovely little girl! We will keep you posted on her progress ❤️❤️❤️

Big day for Super G (also known as 'Soups') as she is having major surgery on her eyes.

The very lucky girl, who currently has next to no vision, is having her specialist surgery donated by Dr David Williams and Clarendon Street Vets in Cambridge.

It will be huge for her if any of her sight can be regained after herpes scarring as a baby. She has never seen very much and only has a small bit of vision in the top of her left eye.

Be brave Soups and thank you to everyone who has supported her this far 😻

01/08/2023

It's been a busy summer so far at the surgery.

We now have two vets on duty several days a week. Sarah, our new nurse, has been with us for over three months and is settling in well.

Lots of our clients are heading off on holiday with their pet so we have been busy with the various paperwork that is now required for pets travelling outside of the UK. If you are hoping to take your pet with you on your travels, there is plenty of information on the current requirements on our website and please do contact us with any queries.

https://www.clarendonstreetvets.co.uk/services/pet-travel/

The most unusual visitor to the surgery was a female Peregrine Falcon, who had ended up in the River Cam following an aerial battle with a challenging female. Sadly, she did not survive but her mate is still very active and the local bird enthusiasts (of whom there are a surprising number!) have reported sightings of at least one of this year’s fledglings.

We have had lots of dogs in over recent weeks with seeds in paws, ears and nostrils. Grass seeds are perfectly designed for entering the ear canal, but the sharp barbs prevent them coming out, so they stay put, causing pain and potential infections. If the seeds work their way under the skin they can also migrate around the body, causing further complications. To prevent such issues, we advise checking your dog after a walk and removing any seeds. You might consider trimming the fur in problem areas to make it easier to spot any seeds. If you need any advice on how best to do this do get in touch and we can share our top tips.

It's advisable to keep up to date with flea and worm treatments at this time of year as parasites thrive in the warmer months. We have lots of different options for both cats and dogs, including spot-on treatments, palatable tablets and granules, some requiring monthly treatment, other three-monthly. We are always happy to chat with you about what would best suit your pet. Small pets living outdoors may also need some protection from flies and mites. In addition, it’s really important to keep their bedding fresh in hot weather and check them daily to make sure they are keeping themselves clean.

Finally, we were very happy to present the Cambridge and District branch of the RSPCA with a cheque for £500, the proceeds of the sales of our 'limited edition' 60th anniversary mugs and bags. The local branch of the RSPCA is run purely by volunteers and receives no funding from the national branch. They run a clinic 3 days a week for owners on a low income and continue to offer invaluable assistance to many pets in need.

We look forward to seeing you in the surgery soon.

Patrick, Harriet and all the Clarendon Street Team.

04/07/2023

03/07/2023

Robert the cockerel is looking for a new home! Does anyone have space for this stunning animal?

14/06/2023

I’m appalled that the UK Government has abandoned the Bill that would have banned the cruel live export of British animals for slaughter or fattening. I’ve asked my MP to help end this appalling trade. Please join me and take action today.

03/06/2023

Happy Saturday!

08/05/2023

Dear clients,

We hope you’ve had a lovely coronation weekend! We are closed today and Monday 29th. Should you feel your pet requires the attention of a vet, please call our colleagues at Village Vet Milton on 01223 426 600.
Many thanks,
The Clarendon Street Team

13/04/2023

Dear Clients,

We are having some issues with our phones were we can't hear clients on incoming calls. We are working with our providers to get this resolved as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
With Kind Regards,
The Clarendon Street Veterinary Surgery

06/04/2023

The event run by the American Bully Kennel Club was previously cancelled after a BBC investigation.

06/04/2023

Happy Easter 🐣 👒

04/04/2023

Dear Clients,

Our Easter opening hours are as follows:

Good Friday 7th - CLOSED
Saturday 8th - open 0930-1200
Sunday 9th CLOSED
Monday 10th- CLOSED

Should you feel your pet requires the attention of a vet, please call our colleagues at Milton Vets 24 on 01223 426 600 who will be able to advise.

Remember, chocolate and rasins are highly toxic to dogs, so please keep your Easter eggs and hot cross buns stored safely out of reach!

Happy Easter to all!

With Warm Regards,
The Clarendon Street Team

30/01/2023

Missing budgie!

22/12/2022

Dear Clients,

Our opening hours over the festive period are as follows:

Christmas Eve: 09:30 -12:00 noon by appointment only

Christmas Day: CLOSED

Boxing Day: CLOSED

Tuesday 27th: CLOSED

Wednesday 28th: Open 08:30-17:00 by appointment only

Thursdsy 29th: Open 08:30- 17:00 by appointment only

Friday 30th: Open 08:30-17:00 by appointment only

Saturday 31st: Open 09:30- 12:00 noon by appointment only

Sunday 1st Jan: CLOSED

Monday 2nd Jan: CLOSED

Tuesday 3rd January: Open 08:30-17:00 by appointment only

If your pet needs to speak to a vet outside these opening hours please call our colleagues at Village Vet Milton on 01223 426 600.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

With Kind Regards,

The Clarendon Street Team

19/12/2022

We have had a lovely black cat handed into us, was found trying to get into a local neighbour's house. Unfortunately, the cat is not chipped so we have been unable to locate an owner. If you are missing your cat, please get in touch with us!

01/12/2022

We rescued a swan from the side of the road this week! Here is our lovely friend, Ken, reuniting Mr and Mrs Swan 😍😍😍😍

24/11/2022

Huge thanks to all of you who joined our anniversary celebrations last Saturday.
We all had a lovely time and we hope you did too! There was birthday cake (with a happy
birthday singalong,) mulled wine, quizzes, competitions, an opportunity to try your skills
identifying skulls, X-rays and microscopic specimens plus a chance to see all our old photos
and have a bit of a catch up.
Our special anniversary mugs and cloth bags were very popular and are still available at the
surgery. All profits to charity.
The winners of the & #39;guess the breeds& #39; competition were Diane and Nigel Wrenn, with an
impressive score of 19/20 (the cat breeds were particularly challenging for the rest of us.)
We had loads of fantastic entries for the children& #39;s& #39; drawing competition and it was very
tough to pick a winner, but we eventually selected Lara Patucks& #39; lovely illustration of the
Musicians of Bremen, our practice logo.
We will be posting some photos of the day shortly, for those of you who could not join us, so
watch this space. And here& #39;s to the next 60 years!
With thanks for your continued support,
Patrick, Harriet and all the Clarendon Street team.