West Farm Vets

29/06/2025

To close Rabbit Awareness Week, we wanted to highlight some Summer tips and tricks to keep your rabbits safe and comfortable this summer.

1) Keep them hydrated - Providing lots of fresh, clean water is essential. Giving them a few fresh vegetables is also a great way to get more hydration into their diet.

2) Provide shady spots - Whether you have an outdoor or indoor rabbit, it’s important to give them lots of shaded areas where they can relax away from the sun.

3) Regular grooming - this helps them to regulate their temperature, particularly if they have long or thick fur.

4) Regular cleaning - Bacteria flourishes in warm, damp spaces, so clean out your rabbit’s litter and bedding twice a day in particularly hot weather to prevent it from spreading.

27/06/2025

Summer holidays are on the horizon. Whether you are enjoying a staycation or heading off abroad, read our travel advice so you and your pet are prepared.

Head to our website for more information.

25/06/2025

What does Pride mean to you?🏳️‍🌈

We asked our Medivet colleagues that very question, and their answers are powerful, personal, and proud.

This video brings together voices from across our community to celebrate what Pride means to each of them. At Medivet, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone can be themselves and feel safe, seen, and supported – not just one month, but every day of the year.

Happy Pride month from all of us at Medivet.

23/06/2025

It’s Rabbit Awareness Week! A time to shine a spotlight on our fluffy friends.

Have you heard of VHD2? It stands for Viral Haemorrhagic Disease 2 (VHD2) and is a highly contagious and often fatal virus affecting rabbits in the UK. It can spread through direct contact or even via shoes, clothing and insects, which is why vaccination is absolutely essential, even for indoor rabbits.

Speak to your local Medivet practice about how to keep your rabbit protected 💉❤️

21/06/2025

It is the first official day of summer and it's come with a heatwave. See Gizmo's advice on keeping your dog cool, hydrated and safe during heatwaves and summertime.

21/06/2025

📣 We're Hiring! 🐾
Receptionist – Medivet Dinas Powys

Are you friendly, organised, and love animals? Join our team at Medivet Dinas Powys! 🐶🐱

🕒 Position: Receptionist
📍 Location: Medivet Dinas Powys
⏰ Hours: 30 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 2:30pm)

As the first point of contact for our clients, you'll play a key role in creating a warm and welcoming environment. We’re looking for someone with great communication skills and a caring nature.

📩 To apply or find out more, please click the link.

Come be a part of a compassionate, animal-loving team! 💙🐾

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17/06/2025

Welcoming a new puppy or kitten into your life is just the beginning. 🐾
We're here for your puppy or kitten, now and every moment after — through every tail wag, purr, and playful leap.

Get their first check up and vaccine for £19.95.

15/06/2025

They may not say “Dad,” but the way they look at you says it all. 🐾
Happy Father’s Day to the best pet dads out there!

Tag your Pet Dad in the comments below!

14/06/2025

Catching something early, goes a long way.
Don’t just lump it. Let’s check it.

The little guinea pig Wilbur came in for a lump removal. He was put under anaesthetic while the team at our Battersea practice gently removed his lump to send off to the lab.
He definitely received lots of kisses and cuddles afterwards.

12/06/2025

Nobody can resist cooing and cuddles when a group of puppies come into the practice!

These 6 week old Labrador siblings visited our Salisbury practice for their first vaccinations and microchip - both important "firsts" for any puppy or kitten.

We offer their first check up and vaccination for just £19.95.

11/06/2025

With summer fast approaching, you may spend more time in the garden and outside!
However, did you know that your garden probably contains a few hidden dangers that can injure or poison your pet.

See our guide on what plants to keep your pet away from. Contact your vet if you pet has come into contact with any that are listed.

18/04/2025

Happy Easter to all our clients and their fur babies 🐰 🐣 ###

17/04/2025

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Thinking of an Easter Bunny for your child this year?

For those who own bunnies it is clear that they are NOT easy children's starter pets.

It could be this illusion that means that despite being a popular pet, their basic needs such as companionship, veterinary treatment or preventative care, diet and husbandry often aren't adequately provided.

So let's briefly cover some important rabbit topics.

🐰 Our life span can be 10+ years - is your child going to remain interested for that long and if not, are you willing to still care for the rabbit?

🐰 Rabbits dietary needs often aren't well met - their teeth and gastrointestinal system can experience issues if we don't provide the correct diet. We need majority grass and excellent quality hay. Some leafty greens, herbs and vegetables and a small amount of good quality pellets. We do not need excessive fruits or root vegetables like carrots.

🐰 Studies have shown we are better with companions, the best combination being a neutered female and neutered male. Two entire males (not castrated) will likely fight, two females may also fight when they are hormonal and have a extremely large chance of getting uterine cancer if you do not neuter - are you prepared to neuter two bunnies?

🐰 Rabbits need vaccination each year for myxomatosis and viral haemorrhagic disease 1 and 2 (and maybe even another for new strains if your practice can source them). They also may require preventative care like fly strike protection and their veterinary care is often complex - are you financially prepared for this responsibility for 10+ years?

🐰 Rabbits categorically cannot be kept in a small hutch - it is mentally and physically damaging to their health - they require a very large and safe accomodation. Have you got the means to provide this?

There are over 900 000 pet rabbits in the UK, 48% live alone, 50% haven't received their boosters, 22% of new rabbit owners find it stressful, 33% haven't been neutered. PDSA Paws Report. Rescues are inundated with rabbits - please do not add to this burden and research first

Good resources include:

Rabbit Awareness Action Group

Rabbit Awareness Week

The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund

https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/

14/04/2025

Handsome Ace showing us the best head tilt skills! 🖤 Ace came in for his kennel cough vaccination with our vet Gabi

14/04/2025

Meet Reg, Reg came in today for his 2nd part of his initial kitten vaccinations! He was such a brave boy exploring the consult room.

14/04/2025

Mr Miftoffeelees Came in for routine neutering today. Handsome boy 🐾 💜

09/04/2025

This handsome boy, Chief 🖤

Stopped by today for a weight check and to order his flea, tick and worming treatments.
Of course, he got lots of fuss and cuddles from us all. Such a character!

09/04/2025

This is Bo’s sister, poppy 🐾 💛

Poppy came in with Bo today for routine neutering. Little nervous, but helped having her sister there. Very gentle lady 💜

09/04/2025

Meet sweet little Bo 🐾 💛

Bo came in today for routine neutering. She was such a sweet well behaved little girl. She enjoyed the cuddles from us all ❤️