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Monday 8:30am - 7:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday 9am - 12pm

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Heritage Vets

Brand new independent veterinary practice in Dalkeith!
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24/06/2024

We seem to have started a theme here with 'Educational Mondays' (although it doesn't have much of a ring to it...)

Next we have Luna, who came to see us with a sore eye. She was diagnosed with an ulcer (superficial graze on the surface of the eye) which was failing to heal due to it being underrun. This means the cornea is trying to grow new cells, but they fail to stick.

We performed a grid keratotomy under general anaesthetic, during which the eye is gently scratched to stimulate healing. 10 days later (lots of pain relief, eye drops and TLC from her mum) and her ulcer was fully healed!

It is essential that any sore eye is checked by your vet, it's impossible to tell whether it is a simple conjunctivits or something more serious without an examination and usually staining the surface to check for ulceration.

Well done Luna and thanks for letting us tell everyone about your case!

23/06/2024

Happy Sunday! 😍

Here are just some of the incredibly gorgeous patients we had the past week.

Aren't they all just amazing?! We are so lucky to see so many beautiful faces!

22/06/2024

Our friends at Lothian Cat Rescue are hosting an open day on 30th June.

If you are free do pop along and have a chat with them about rehoming, or just help them raise much needed funding to continue their excellent work!

21/06/2024

Naliah was the perfect patient for her health check and nail clip this week - she was quite happy exploring Becky's consult room and posing.

21/06/2024

It’s time for our 6 week check in with Reuben and George on their new Calibra diets.

All seems to be great so far!

For Reuben we worry about him gaining weight easily (he is a Labrador…), supporting his joints (he’s almost 11 years old) and he can be prone to a sensitive tummy. His weight is beautifully stable, he seems very comfortable running around on his walks, and his poos have been lovely! He's also got a much improved coat quality.

George is a crazy 10 month old, was pooing 8-9 times a day (!) and never seemed full. He was also getting a bit tubby on his old food. He’s now thankfully only pooing 3-4 times a day, his poos are very healthy, and he’s lost some of his puppy fat and is nice and trim.

Top marks from us! Have a chat at reception or in your next consultation if you’d like to try a Calibra diet for your pet, there are lots to suit different ages and medical needs and they’re excellent quality whilst being affordable.

20/06/2024

Iva was our first keyhole cat spay patient today!

She had a day full of exploring and cuddles, and is back home playing like nothing happened 😍

Keyhole spays aren’t just for dogs - studies show significantly reduced post operative pain scores for cats too. If you think this might be a good option for your cat just ask us 🥰❤️

20/06/2024

As the summer approaches we will see all kinds of new plants blooming around us. If you are planting any bulbs over the summer please be careful what you plant and make sure that your pets don't eat any!

Here is a few of the plants to keep an eye on when you are doing your gardening or enjoying your summer strolls in the parks.

If you are worried that your pet is having an allergic reaction or has ingested any plants then please do not hesitate to call us for guidance on 0131 287 2662

19/06/2024

Gorgeous Caramel enjoyed her photoshoot at reception last week!

She was in with her sisters for health checks before going to their new homes. Caramel is one of many cats and kittens rehomed by Lothian Cat Rescue (LCR) - this is a particularly busy time of year for them.

The rescue do an incredible job working tirelessly every day to rescue and rehome cats and kittens. If you have a cat shaped space in your lives please speak to LCR about rehoming. If not, they always appreciate any donations!

18/06/2024

Arlo and Bruar all cuddled up for the evening on the sofa 💙

This pair belong to Kristi our Senior Nurse and although Arlo pretends he doesn’t like Bruar 80% of the time you’ll usually never see one without the other!

Anyone got anymore cuddly photos of their furry friends keeping each other company? 🐾

18/06/2024

We have a new addition to the waiting room - this photo book contains pictures from our journey so far!

It was fun to make it and see how far our building and team have come in a short space of time - next time you're in do feel free to have a browse through it :)

18/06/2024

Pride Month 🌈

We would like to take a moment to acknowledge that June is 'Pride Month' and we support the LGBTIQA+ community.

At Heritage Vets everyone who walks into our practice will always be welcomed and accepted without the fear of judgement.

17/06/2024

How gorgeous is Fendi?!

She was feeling so comfy after her keyhole spay she was jumping up in her kennel to say hi to us. We of course had to go in to give her loads of cuddles to stop her pulling at her little wounds 🥰

This beautiful girl is 42kg of love, and she felt like nothing had happened thanks to her minimally invasive surgery ❤️

17/06/2024

Intestinal Intususception *warning, images of surgery*

Our next special case is 9 week old Arthur, who suffered from a horrible condition called intususception. Thankfully his owners knew he was very poorly and presented him to Becky promptly, or things could have been very different.

Arthur had had diarrhoea for two days (not unusual in puppies) but overnight developed blood in his stools, became more lethargic, and vomited a couple of times. During his examination, Becky felt a painful firm region of his intestines and admitted him immediately for tests.

An x-ray and ultrasound scan confirmed that Arthur had an intususception - where the bowel inverts in on itself and becomes stuck and obstructed - and he was taken straight to surgery. We managed to separate the areas of intestine, but sadly a 10cm portion of Arthur's bowel had been very compromised and had to be removed. His intestines were sutured back together and he spent a night in intensive care in Becky's living room!

A big surgery like this has high risk of complications, but we are DELIGHTED to say that Arthur has pulled through and is on the road to recovery.

Intususception is a not-uncommon complication of diarrhoea in puppies, if your pup becomes unwell with a poorly tummy please get them seen sooner rather than later.

16/06/2024

Happy Father’s Day! 💙

We are hoping that you are all having a lovely Sunday celebrating Father’s day!

Here's to all the fathers, father figures and dog dads!

15/06/2024

Our 'Out of hours' service!

If you have any worries when we are closed. We offer a free triage service called 'Vidivet' for all our clients. This is an easy app where you are able to contact a vet directly for advice. They will then guide you and advise if it is an emergency situation.

We will follow up with all 'Vidivet' reports the next working day, to check in with you on how your pet is doing and we are always able to see you that day if needed.

Follow the link below to download the app, we would advise you download the app NOW before you may need to use it:

https://heritagevets.co.uk/emergency/

14/06/2024

Happy Friday 💖

What better way to end the week , than to show some of the beautiful patients we have had in with us this week!

We had lots of lovely puppies in for final vaccinations and the handsome Ziggy had his red bow tie on supporting his Taylor Swift era! We approve!

Rosie also came in with her kittens for a health check after one kitten had a sore tail (they’re only days old 😱)! Cuteness over load this week.

We absolutely love meeting everyone all and watching your pets all grow and change every time we see them is magic! ✨

14/06/2024

Feedback Friday! 💕

We can't believe the amount of positive feedback we have been receiving, it is so lovely to read all your kind words.

Here are just a few of the recent reviews we have gotten from our patients.

12/06/2024

Planning to travel with your pet? ✈️

There are a lot of things to consider, especially whether this is the best thing for your pet depending on their health and temperament.

If you decide to go ahead, things are rather complicated since Brexit! We offer the Rabies vaccination and are able to provide you with an Animal Health Certificate (should you require one).

Please visit this link to see the current requirements for travel to the EU. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask! We will do our best to make sense of the new requirements.

https://www.gov.uk/taking-your-pet-abroad

12/06/2024

Walter knew exactly where to find the Dreamies in Sara’s room earlier today!

His new owners may need to have eyes on the back of their heads with this trouble maker 🐾

12/06/2024

Are you going away this summer holidays?☀️

If your pet is going into kennels or a cattery over the holidays here are a few things to make sure you are up to date with beforehand.

If you require any vaccination history to supply to the boarding facility please let reception know and we can supply you with a copy.

11/06/2024

Tig has spent a couple of days with us for a sore tummy, he’s feeling much better now and went home earlier today.

Here he is exploring the garden and getting some fresh air this morning 🥰

11/06/2024

The lovely Neve having a good explore around reception on Saturday.

She was in for her final vaccination with Vet Becky; isn’t she just adorable 🥰

Neve's vaccination was covered as part of her Heritage Health Plan!

10/06/2024

*Hip Dysplasia*

We want to use some of our special cases to highlight conditions to look out for in your pets.

First up is beautiful Bailey, owned by our receptionist Millie. Bailey had been having some trouble with his hind legs, so he had some x-rays performed under anaesthetic a couple of weeks ago.

His x-rays showed a mild to moderate hip dysplasia, with secondary osteoarthritis. Hip dysplasia is a congenital condition (one which dogs are born with), where the hip joint is more shallow than normal. This is shown by the green circle in the x-ray image.

Over time, because the hip doesn't fit in the socket properly, abnormal movement causes arthritis to develop, which we see as bony spurs in the joints (red arrow).

This is a common condition in German Shepherds and other large breeds. The risks can be reduced by getting puppies from breeders who breed dogs with low hip scores (if you are unsure just ask us!), but this does not fully remove the risk.

Thankfully Bailey is coping well, and with exercise management, appropriate pain relief and joint supplements we will keep him nice and comfortable!

09/06/2024

Sundays are for puppy love - we had the pleasure of meeting Daisy for her first vaccine on Thursday 🥰

She joined our Heritage Health Plan, and also received 5 weeks free insurance with immediate cover due to her health check.

If you’d like any advice on pet insurance please ask us, vets are completely impartial when it comes to insurance companies and every policy is not the same! It’s very important to ensure that your pet is covered for everything they might need in the future and we are here to help guide you ❤️

08/06/2024

Meet Mali 🐾💕

Mali was in with us recently for a health check where we learnt a lot about her amazing job as a 'Bravehound'.

Bravehound provides assistance dogs to veterans who have a clinical diagnosis of a
mental health condition such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression and
anxiety.

To find out how to be a 'Bravehound Buddy' and to follow Mali's journey; check out their website:

https://www.bravehound.co.uk/

07/06/2024

The heartbreakingly handsome Arthur was in today for his final vaccinations! He is just itching to go out with his big brother for walkies 🩵

Arthur was in for major surgery recently and has been back in for regular checks since. Keep your eyes peeled for Arthur’s operation story in the upcoming weeks!

07/06/2024

Thank you 🥰

We would like to take a wee moment to thank everyone who has made and handed in such lovely gifts for us over the past few weeks.

We are so grateful for you taking the time to think of us, particularly in difficult times of your own grief; many of our gifts are proudly on display at our reception!

06/06/2024

Kristi headed to Gore Glen Primary School this afternoon for their careers day!

We want to encourage and engage as many young people as we can to consider Veterinary Medicine and Nursing. Events like this allow us to chat to school kids at an early age to give them an insight into our role but also…..cuddle a cute cockapoo too 💙

Bruar came along for the afternoon and certainly enjoyed the attention from both the staff and children!

06/06/2024

Do you worry about your pets teeth? 🦷

If you notice that your pets breath is smelling, or they are struggling with their food, these can be signs that they are suffering from dental disease.

Brushing your pets teeth daily is a great way to ensure that you are aware of any tartar build up and will allow them to be comfortable with you checking their teeth. Some pets however will point blank not let you near enough to see! Do not worry, we are more than happy to book you in for a dental consultation and take a look for you!

If you are part of the Heritage Health Plan then any dental work has a 20% discount.

Address

4 Thornybank
Dalkeith
EH222NQ

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+441312872662

Website

https://heritagevets.co.uk/

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The lovely Neve having a good explore around reception on Saturday. She was in for her final vaccination with Vet Becky; isn’t she just adorable 🥰 Neve's vaccination was covered as part of her Heritage Health Plan!

We have been highly amused today by our new resident in our garden 💙 I think we may have to name them! Suggestions welcome……

Mylo was very excited to meet us today! (It was nothing to do with the biscuits…) He will be back in a couple of weeks for us to hunt his missing testicle with our keyhole equipment 🥰❤️ Can’t wait for more cuddles soon Mylo!

We have stocked up our treats in reception this morning! ❤️ Lots of training treats and goodies for both dogs and cats available. Pop in to grab some if you are passing by 🐾