Millcroft Veterinary Group

12/07/2025

It's already pretty warm out today and the humidity is around 80%. It will only get hotter 🌡️

Do your dogs really need to go out today, or will they will be content staying at home where it is cooler. Take care if you plan on spending the day in, or around water, as that can be risky too.

⚠️ I know we talk about it every year, but we still see dogs suffering with the effects of the heat.

🐰 Small furries would also benefit from being in a cool part of the house or garden instead of sitting in their hutch. Provide plenty of water to keep them hydrated and be mindful of flies.

☀️ The weather forecast is predicting hot sunny weather today and over the weekend. Although locally we will not be experiencing the high temperatures that some parts of the country are.

We urge you to take care with your pets to ensure they don't overheat.

Dogs
*If you have an extreme heat warning, simply do not exercise your dog, stay indoors❗
*DO NOT leave your dog in the car, in any circumstances
*In the cooler areas of the country dogs could be walked early in the morning or late evening, but consider whether it is really required.
*Offer plenty of cool water to drink frequently

Cats
*Keep them indoors, encouraging them into the coolest part of the house
* Clipping the hair off the stomach of long haired cats may help
* Place an icepack wrapped in a towel somewhere where they like to sit to help them feel cooler.

Small Furries
* Ensure cages are shaded and have ventilation. Provide them with something cool to lay on, if they chose
* Consider bringing them indoors into a room with a fan
* Check they have water available at all times

⚠️Brachycephalic (short nosed) breeds, elderly, and overweight pets are particularly susceptible to the effects of the heat, but any animal can be affected⚠️

⚠️SIGNS OF HEAT STROKE⚠️
Distress
Panting excessively
Breathing difficulties
Disoriention
Vomiting (dogs and cats)

10/07/2025

Our Lifetime Care Club has been a huge hit with pet owners, and for good reason! 😁

Spreading the cost means we get to see more of your pets, giving our team a golden opportunity to deliver crucial preventative care 🐶🐱.

From the age of eight, you have the option to move your pet from our Lifetime Care Club Ultimate over to our Ultimate Senior plan, which allows us to keep them happy for as long as possible into their senior years.

That includes an annual, comprehensive blood and urine test, from which we can screen for a number of conditions such as liver and kidney disease. The sooner we know about any issues, the more effectively we can treat them.

Joining the Senior Care Plan means you could save up to £790 a year - plus, you'll enjoy peace of mind knowing your senior pet is in safe hands 🙌

FIND OUT MORE - https://www.millcroftvets.co.uk/club

07/07/2025

🍫🐾 It’s World Chocolate Day! But please remember:

Chocolate is a treat for us - but toxic for pets.

Even small amounts can cause:
🚫 Vomiting
🚫 Diarrhoea
🚫 Rapid breathing
🚫 Seizures
🚫 In severe cases, even death

That big sad-eyed stare? Don’t give in. No sharing that bar of Dairy Milk or the sneaky chocolate biscuit.

✅ Keep chocolate well out of reach, especially if you have curious dogs or cats.
✅ Remind guests (and kids!) that human treats are not pet treats.
✅ If you think your pet may have eaten chocolate, call us straight away.

Let’s keep the chocolate where it belongs - with the humans!

05/07/2025

Do you think your pet would make a suitable pet blood bank donor? 🐶🩸

Every donation could help save the lives of 4 dogs! 🐕🐕‍🦺🐩🦮

Our next donation session is next Saturday 12th July at our Workington surgery.

And if it's booked up, the good news is you can register your dog to join the cancellation list as a backup donor ❤

Please visit the pet blood bank website to find out more and register your interest: https://www.petbloodbankuk.org/pet-owners/dog-blood-donation/find-your-nearest-donation-session/workington-millcroft-veterinary-group/

04/07/2025

🚫 Email scam warning for pet owners 🚫

We have been informed of a scam email doing the rounds claiming to be from a pet microchip company called PetChip. It’s NOT a government-approved database.

🐶 What’s the risk?

If you register your pet’s microchip with an unapproved site like PetChip, your details may not be legally compliant.

This could mean your pet isn’t properly traceable and you could face a £500 fine if your contact details aren’t up to date with an approved microchip database.

✅ Stay safe:

Always make sure your pet’s microchip is registered with an official, DEFRA-compliant database.

Implanting a chip and registration can be done during your puppy or kitten's first vaccination courses, or any time it is needed, and is free for all Lifetime Care Club members.

Click here for more info on microchipping and for a list of DEFRA-compliant databases -https://www.gov.uk/get-your-dog-cat-microchipped

👉 If you have any questions please send us a message or pop into a branch, we’re always here to help you keep your pets safe!

26/06/2025

At Millcroft Vets, we understand that facing the loss of a beloved pet is one of the hardest journeys you will ever take.

Whether you're starting to wonder if it's time, or you're preparing to say goodbye, we are here to offer guidance, comfort, and support every step of the way ❤.

On our website you’ll find answers to some of the questions many owners have during this difficult time - https://www.millcroftvets.co.uk/bereavement-information

And don't forget, our friendly team is alway on hand to answer any additional questions you may have.

23/06/2025

This little superstar came in recently for a bandage change, and found the experience so relaxing she fell asleep! 😍

20/06/2025

☀️ The weather forecast is predicting hot sunny weather today and over the weekend. Although locally we will not be experiencing the high temperatures that some parts of the country are.

We urge you to take care with your pets to ensure they don't overheat.

Dogs
*If you have an extreme heat warning, simply do not exercise your dog, stay indoors❗
*DO NOT leave your dog in the car, in any circumstances
*In the cooler areas of the country dogs could be walked early in the morning or late evening, but consider whether it is really required.
*Offer plenty of cool water to drink frequently

Cats
*Keep them indoors, encouraging them into the coolest part of the house
* Clipping the hair off the stomach of long haired cats may help
* Place an icepack wrapped in a towel somewhere where they like to sit to help them feel cooler.

Small Furries
* Ensure cages are shaded and have ventilation. Provide them with something cool to lay on, if they chose
* Consider bringing them indoors into a room with a fan
* Check they have water available at all times

⚠️Brachycephalic (short nosed) breeds, elderly, and overweight pets are particularly susceptible to the effects of the heat, but any animal can be affected⚠️

⚠️SIGNS OF HEAT STROKE⚠️
Distress
Panting excessively
Breathing difficulties
Disoriention
Vomiting (dogs and cats)

19/06/2025

It was lovely to meet a representative from the The Happy Mums Foundation at our Cockermouth branch!

Recently some of our team members laced up their walking shoes and hit the trails for causes close to all our hearts. In blazing hot weather they proudly completed an 8-mile charity walk in support of two incredible local charities: Happy Mums Foundation and Every Life Matters.

We were chuffed to present Happy Mums Foundation with a £100 cheque to go towards the excellent work they do 💛

18/06/2025

Isn't she the perfect model for our laser therapy!? 🤩

What is laser therapy?🤔

Laser therapy delivers a high dose of concentrated light energy directly to damaged tissue with the aim of causing a cellular response, which results in reduced inflammation and pain, and promotes healing.

We commonly recommend it for issues such as arthritis and wounds that prove stubborn to heal, but have seen benefits for a range of conditions.

👉 Speak to our Workington team for more information!

We’re always interested in trying new things and utilising technology to make our lives easier, yesterday we got to have a go at laser therapy for at Millcroft Veterinary Group in Workington and doesn’t she look cool with her doggles on 😎😎

14/06/2025

Come and visit us at Maryport Rescue Fun Day down by the marina, we're here with our tombola until 4! 🥳🐶😺. All proceeds going to Maryport Rescue ❤️

09/06/2025

You know your cat best 🐾🐱🐈‍

If you notice your cat is sleeping more than usual or hiding away, if they are having difficulty jumping up or down from furniture or are not chasing toys like they used to, it could be arthritis.

If you think your cat might be showing some signs of the condition, we encourage you to arrange an appointment with one of our vets to see what we can do to ensure your cat can continue to do the things that they love most 🧶🐈‍

If you are a Lifetime Care Club Ultimate member, the consultation would be included for no extra fee 🌟

Please visit our website to make an appointment or contact your nearest branch by phone.