Barton Veterinary Hospital

05/09/2024

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Today is National Day of Charity, so we thought we would take the opportunity to highlight the incredible work our charity of the year, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, do all year round.
Don’t forget, you can add a donation via Pennies when you pay by card at your next appointment. Just a small donation can help deaf people escape isolation and reconnect with life. Thank you.

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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.
Share how your dog is celebrating with us below!

19/08/2024

Yesterday we had our Pet Blood Bank Donation Session here at the surgery.
We collected 10 usable units - which is an incredible result! 🩸
Huge thank you to everyone involved! Our next session will be on the 20th October.
To find out more about the amazing work Pet Blood Bank do please visit their website:
www.petbloodbankuk.org

13/08/2024

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

05/08/2024

Unlike us, pets have no understanding that hot weather can be harmful.
We control their environment, their access to water and their exercise, and they can’t speak up if they start feeling unwell.
Heat stroke can rapidly progress and, even with veterinary treatment, is often fatal.

Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/keeping-pets-safe-in-hot-weather

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!

22/07/2024

*Stray ferret*

We have had a very young brown/white ferret brought into us. Not chipped, found near Canterbury golf club.

If you think it might belong to you, please call the practice on 01227 765522
Proof will be required.

19/07/2024

*UPDATE - OWNER FOUND**

🐾 Sadly we have had a cat brought into us that has been in a RTA.

Large cream & white neutered male.
Although he is chipped unfortunately the details have not been registered.

He was found on the London bound side of the A2 just before the Barham turn off.

If you think he may be your cat, please call the practice on 01227 765522 🐾

18/07/2024

Our fabulous FOH Team have put together this ‘Pet Summer Safety Tips’ display! Take a look 👀… ☀️ 🏖 🚗 🐍 💦

18/07/2024

Unlike us, pets have no understanding that hot weather can be harmful. We control their environment, their access to water and their exercise, and they can’t speak up if they start feeling unwell. Heat stroke can rapidly progress and, even with veterinary treatment, is often fatal.
Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here:

When the temperatures rise, it's important to ensure our pets stay safe. Read up on some tips and tricks to keep your furry friends cool in the heat.

14/07/2024

The final of the Euros 2024 in Germany is upon us.. Who are you backing to win?
Comment below!

08/07/2024

Little Laura 💕
Found swimming about trapped in a flower pot, freezing cold. All warmed up and off to Dotties in the morning

Thank you to Jenny Attwood and Barton Veterinary Hospital

07/07/2024

Thank You Day is celebrated every year in the UK, offering the opportunity to give thanks and celebrate those who go above and beyond for us.
Share your appreciation below by tagging someone you are thankful for in the comments section!

05/07/2024

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!

01/07/2024

28/06/2024

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.

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

27/06/2024

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

26/06/2024

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:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/microchipping-rabbits

26/06/2024

**Advice if you find a young bird**

If you find a young bird and you are not sure if it needs help or not, please follow the advice from the RSPCA Mallydams below.
If you are advised to take it to a Vets, you are more than welcome to bring it to us but please give us a call first on 01227 765522

‼️Gull Chicks‼️

This time of year, you may find gull chicks on the floor that are still too young to fly. The best thing to do for healthy chicks is get them back onto the roof they came from, back with their parents, together in the wild. If they are injured, please call us on 🔹0300 123 0723🔹 or bring them to your nearest vet.

Young gulls can also be placed on nearby high surfaces, such as a shed or conservatory roof. An umbrella can be used as a shield if the adults are anxious about their baby being handled. The parents will protect their chicks from predators.

If you are unsure what to do, or have any concerns, you can call us on 🔹0300 123 0723🔹or message our facebook, and we can advise you on next steps. If you don't get through first try, please try again - our wildlife team answers phones as well as looking after patients, so sometimes we may have our hands full at that moment.

You can also read more on the RSPCA website here:

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/wildlife/birds/gulls/baby

25/06/2024

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.

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

24/06/2024

Well done to our Donors who attended the blood donation session on the 23rd June!🩸
Pet Blood Bank collected 10 usable units, which is a wonderful result!
The next session will be on the 18th August at our hospital.

For more information on Pet Blood Bank please visit www.petbloodbankuk.org

24/06/2024

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.

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

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?

20/06/2024

UPDATE: Unfortunately we did not locate the owner or her puppies. The sweet little girl has now gone to be looked after somewhere else, hopefully we will find out where she belongs soon.

**Help needed**
We urgently need to find the owners of a Golden female dog that has been found in the New Dover road area of Canterbury.
She has recently given birth and we believe there will be puppies somewhere that need to be reunited with their Mum. She looks well cared but her chip details are not up to date.

If you know who this dog belongs to or if you think she is yours, please call the Minight vet team on 01227 941140

proof of ownership will be required

14/06/2024

This , we are celebrating the incredible dogs (and their humans) who help to save so many lives! Their selfless act allows vets across the country to help thousands of poorly dogs every year ❤

Thanks to the amazing dogs that attend our Blood Bank donation sessions:

🐶 Sick and injured dogs can receive lifesaving blood transfusions

🩺 Vets have access to a quick and convenient blood supply for any dog that needs it

🥰 Countless families get to cherish more precious moments with their beloved pets

🌎 The world becomes a brighter place, one wag at a time!

Our next donation session with Pet Blood Bank is on 23rd June 2024 and we’d love to see you there. If your dog is between 1 and 8, weighs over 25kg, and is fit, healthy, and confident, please consider signing them up to join the lifesaving pack.

Visit Pet Blood Bank’s website to learn more 👉 www.petbloodbankuk.org/welcome

13/06/2024

Road Closure
New Dover RD closed by College due to water 💦 leak.
Access to Barton via divert .

24/05/2024

UPDATE: Reunited 🐾

One of our clients has lost their little black crossbreed dog around the hersden or Westbere area of Canterbury. He’s very friendly.
If anyone sees him please, call Barton Veterinary Hospital on 01227765522

20/05/2024

Don’t stop loving them because they’re old. They never stop loving us! 🐾

"Dogs teach us that true happiness comes from the simple things in life: love, companionship, and belly rubs." 🐾😊

How old is your dog in Human years? Let us know in the comments 💬⁣ or share a pic of your pawsome pal 📸

There are many different things that can affect a dog's lifespan; their general health, nutrition and exercise can all have an impact, but on average it's around 11 years, that's around 60 years in human age!

The oldest dog on record was Australian cattle-dog Bluey, from Victoria, Australia who reached the grand age of 29 years 5 months. 🐾🐾🤩

Make their older days more comfortable- visit your vet to ask how. 💪🏼🐾

18/05/2024

Come meet the man himself…ready to sign your books! 🐾

18/05/2024

Book Signing this morning…

Don’t forget Chris is with us this morning… grab a copy of his book, signed… have a chat a coffee and some cake!
See you at 10.30am🐾🥰😉