Wombourne and Gornal Vets - Gornal Branch

01/01/2024

January is National Walk your Dog month! This is one of the best parts
of their day, so why not make your walks this month extra special!🐶❤️

31/12/2023

It's New Year's Eve! We hope you and your pets have an amazing 2024!

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas to you and your pets! Share a photo of your pet enjoying their Christmas Day . . .🎄🎅

24/12/2023

It's Christmas Eve! One more sleep! How excited are you and your pet?!🎅🐶🐱🐰

18/12/2023

Keep your Christmas chocolate away from little paws!🍫🐶

15/12/2023

☠️ Watch out for these foods over the festive period! If your pooch does ingest any of these, please speak to your vet to seek further advice. For a full guide, visit: https://bit.ly/3rdgLOA

11/12/2023

Be sure to wrap up your elderly pets this winter to keep them warm!❄️

08/12/2023

What better gift to give your pet this Christmas than Pet Health Club? Not only do you get complete peace of mind that your pet's looked after, but it also gives you financial peace of mind. Our plans help spread the cost of your pet's routine healthcare throughout the year. Join online today: https://bit.ly/PracticePetHealthClub

04/12/2023

Be sure to keep an eye out for grit and salt, as it can hurt a dog's paws!❄️⚠️

02/12/2023

✨ REUNITED ✨
Found as a stray near ounsdale road in Wombourne. Microchipped but the contact details are disconnected.
Please call us on 01902 324551 if you think they may be yours.
Gender withheld for identification purposes 🐾

30/11/2023

Female tabby and white cat, no microchip has sadly been handed into us deceased.
Please contact us on 01384 212000 if you think she may be yours 🐾🌈

30/11/2023

Happy St. Andrews Day!🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

27/11/2023

Who said owning a dog has to empty your wallet? 🐾💸 Our vet, Dave Tweedle, shares 20 paw-some hacks that'll keep your dog healthy and your bank account happy. Check out these tips and start saving now. ➡️

Dog bills can be expensive, find out the best way to cut those costs...

24/11/2023

It's Black Friday today! Got a black pet? Share a picture with us!

20/11/2023

Watch your dog's weight this winter! Less exercise over colder months and slight overfeeding
could have a big impact. If you're concerned about your dog's weight, why not contact us for a
consultation?

11/11/2023

Lest We Forget

06/11/2023

It's getting cold out and you've decided to crank up the central heating. But little do you know, you've just unleashed a potential flea invasion in your cosy home. 🏠😱 Heat from your heating system provides the ideal environment for those sneaky flea eggs to hatch. And that's not all! Vibrations caused by passing pets or even people can act as a wake-up call for these pesky critters. Talk about a perfect storm for flea infestations! We've got some tips to help you outsmart these cunning parasites. ❌🔒 1️⃣ Regularly vacuum your carpets, furniture, and pet bedding to remove any potential flea hideouts. 2️⃣ Keep your furry pals protected with vet-recommended flea preventatives (included in Pet Health Club) 3️⃣ If you suspect a flea invasion, consult professionals for effective treatment options. Don't let them take over your cozy abode! 💪 Remember, prevention is key to keeping these unwanted guests at bay. Join Pet Health Club to get year-round protection from pesky parasites. Join now: https://bit.ly/PracticePetHealthClub

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween!👻🎃

30/10/2023

Lovely dog found near cotwall end this morning around 9:45am sadly not microchipped.

If you believe this to be your dog please call the practice on 01384212000

Gender withheld for identification purposes

23/10/2023

🎃👻 Here's some top tips on how to keep your pet safe and happy during Halloween.

20/10/2023

Fireworks season is just around the corner, take a look at these helpful tips.
Please contact us if you are worried about your pet over the firework season.
Find out how you can help your dog during firework season, here: https://bit.ly/3CNZKNq

09/10/2023

It's World Mental Health Day. Every year, one adult in four, along with one child in ten, will have a mental health problem. Did you know, pets can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression? They encourage exercise and playfulness. Caring for an animal can help children grow up more secure and active. Pets also provide valuable companionship for older adults. Here's to all our pets that make life that little bit easier!❤

02/10/2023

Beware of antifreeze poisoning! Read our top tips of what to look out for...

01/10/2023

Today is Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Day and we would like to say a massive thank you to our unsung heroes.

They are a clients first point of call on the phone and in person and are always on hand to make your experience better. They also organise out diary and keep our days running as smooth as they can. We simply could not be without them and are grateful for all they do!

25/09/2023

It's officially Autumn! What's your favourite thing about this season? Let us know down below... 🎃🍂🍁

21/09/2023

We have had this cat handed into us sadly does not have a microchip so can’t contact owners. Was found near brookdale.

If you believe this cat to be yours please call us on 01384 212000

18/09/2023

Happy International Rabbit Day. Share a picture of your beautiful bouncy bunny below . . .🐰❤

15/09/2023

🌟 Pet Health Club: where affordability meets exceptional care! 🌟 💫 Unleash the benefits of joining today! 💫 ✅ Annual vaccinations to shield your pet from diseases ✅ Year-round protection against fleas, worms, and ticks ✅ Six-month healthy pet check for peace of mind ✅ 20% discount ✅ E25% off an annual wellness screening 🎁 That's not all! Members also receive exclusive discounts on a wide range of treatments and services. 🌟 Join today: https://bit.ly/PracticePetHealthClub

14/09/2023

WE ARE HIRING! ⭐️

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our excellent team at Wombourne and Gornal Veterinary Centres based in South Staffordshire. Ideally you would work 40 hours a week split how you preferred but we are open to less hours for the right candidate. You would be required to work 1 Saturday in 4 with time off the following week to compensate. There are no out of hours.

Your time will be spread across two different branches with routine procedures and consultations carried out daily. Therefore a driving license and vehicle are ideal. We have fully equipped theatres, blood work analysis machines and dental machines at both branches and an x-ray room and top of the range ultrasound machine at Wombourne. We are small animal GP practices with a real emphasis on animal welfare and client relationships. We work closely with several greyhound rescues and other charities and even see some wild animals from a local zoological park.

We would require you to have a desire to nurture budding veterinary nurses in the form of being their clinical coach.

Experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse preferred, but all applicants are welcome and salary is negotiable based on level of experience.
CPD is actively encouraged and funded.

To learn more and apply please email:

[email protected]

11/09/2023

Happy International Pet Bird Day. Have you got a pet bird? If so let us see them in all their glory!🐦❤

08/09/2023

✨REUNITED✨

Please call us on 01902 324551 if you think this may be your dog 🐾

✨ REUNITED ✨

This dog has been handed into this morning found running round near the Bridgnorth road. Sadly no details registered to the microchip.

Gender witheld for identification purposes. Please call us on 01902324551 if you think this is your dog

07/09/2023

WE ARE HIRING! ⭐️

We are looking for a small animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our excellent team at Wombourne and Gornal Veterinary Centres based in South Staffordshire.
We are looking to expand our veterinary team. Ideally you would work a 4 day week with a set day off but we are open to flexible work requests. You would be required to work 1 Saturday in 4 with time off the following week to compensate. There are no out of hours.
Your time will be spread across two different branches with routine procedures carried out daily. Therefore a driving license and vehicle are ideal. We have fully equipped theatres, blood work analysis machines and dental machines at both branches and an x-ray room and top of the range ultrasound machine at Wombourne.
We are able to offer the option for certificate funding if this is something you would like to discuss.
Experienced Veterinary Surgeon preferred, but all applicants are welcome and salary is negotiable based on level of experience.
CPD is actively encouraged and funded.

To learn more and apply please email:

[email protected]

04/09/2023

🐶🧡As we welcome in Autumn, let's be alert to an unwelcome guest — seasonal canine illness. It's a rare but potentially serious condition that can affect any dog, any age. Check out our guide to symptoms and treatments and keep your pet's tail wagging this autumn: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/seasonal-canine-illness?utm_source=practice&utm_medium=social

01/09/2023

❗️❗️IMPORTANT ❗️❗️

From 1st September the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS, regulatory body for the veterinary profession in the UK) is introducing new guidance on prescribing prescription-only medicines. The full guidance can be found on: https://www.rcvs.org.uk/setting-standards/advice-and-guidance/under-care-new-guidance/

The new guidance requires that a physical examination of the pet has to be performed every time any antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals and antiparasiticides are prescribed. This includes topical preparations such as ear and eye drops, and all prescription flea/worm/tick products.

The guidance is an important step towards ensuring responsible antimicrobial use and reducing the veterinary impact on the wider issues of global antibiotic resistance and decline of insect populations.

What this means in practice is that your pet will need to come in for an in-person consultation every time:
- we need to prescribe medication for an ear infection (as most contain antibiotics)
- we need to prescribe antibiotics for any skin problem, even if it’s a chronic problem
- we/you decide to change from one flea/worm/tick product to another
- we suspect a urinary tract infection (remote/online consultation and urine analysis/culture are no longer sufficient)
- we suspect a gastrointestinal infection (remote/online consultation and faecal analysis/culture are no longer sufficient)

For long term prescription medication that is not an antimicrobial/antiparasitic, our usual policy of requiring an examination every 6 months (or every 3 months in some less stable or more serious cases) continues to apply.

The consultations are charged at our usual fee of £50-£46, depending on whether it’s an initial consultation or one for a recurring problem.

If you have any questions or concerns about the new guidance, RCVS can be contacted on:
020 7202 0789 or [email protected].

We appreciate your understanding during this time, all the team at Wombourne and gornal vets 🐾

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31/08/2023

✨ REUNITED ✨

Dog found on Tipton Road. They are microchipped but unfortunately incorrect number so cannot get hold of owners.
Please contact us if you think they may be yours.
S*x withheld for identification purposes 🐾

28/08/2023

HAPPY BANK HOLIDAY!

Let us know if you have any special plans for the day in the comments! 🍦⛱

25/08/2023

Ticks are out in full force at this time of year, and they've got their eyes on our pets. 🐶 These pint-sized parasites are disease-spreaders, capable of giving your dog Lyme disease, Babesiosis, and more. Want to know how to keep your best friend safe this season? Click the link to find out more: ➡️ https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/ticks-on-dogs?utm_source=practice&utm_medium=social

24/08/2023

Good morning! We apologise for the inconvenience but our Gornal branch will be closing at 4:45 tomorrow evening (Friday 25th). We will be available at our Wombourne branch on the phone or in person to answer any questions or help your fur babies. Thank you for understanding.

21/08/2023

Happy International Dog Day! Share a photo or video of your best furry friend in the comments below . . . 🐶❤