23/08/2024
Purpose-built friendly and caring Veterinary Surgery with on-site parking. 24 hour on-call service f We can trace our origins back 125 years in Dundee.
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Purpose-built premises in Dundee Barnhill and most recently Arbroath, providing the very best veterinary care, from highly experienced professionals with a personal touch. Your pets have access to digital x-ray, high quality ultrasound, inhouse same-day lab results, video-endoscopy and arthroscopy which all allow us to provide your pet with the highest standards of care when necessary. We have ort
hopaedic, cardiac and ultrasound specialities from Vets with advanced levels of expertise and don't forget our great team of vets, nurses and receptionists that make Parkside Vets what it is. Long consulting hours make it easier for you to get an appointment at a time that suits you. Our equine team runs Parkside Equine with outpatient treatment at Dundee surgery. Free on-site parking at Dundee, Barnhill and Arbroath. Free first-checks for pups and kittens. See us at www.ParksideVets.com
Equine at www.ParksideEquine.com
Please note Kingscross Road is closed at the Kingsway entrance.
Please follow diversions signs and please allow extra time for your journey.
You can access the surgery from the other end of the road near the Stack.
Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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We’re extending our Arbroath surgery.
There may be additional noise when you visit.
We will post update photos as the work continues.
Exciting times!
Ozzy the cat had been off adventuring for a few weeks and was brought into our Arbroath surgery yesterday for some flea and tick treatment. He had picked up some
matts on his adventures and had an impromptu brush and a few matts clipped out.
He seemed very appreciative and was super chilled!
Good boy Ozzy 😻
Tomorrow at our Kings Cross Surgery (Barnhill and Arbroath will also be affected) the server will be down for site maintenance.
If you require an urgent prescription, please call today.
As ever, if you have any concerns about your pet tomorrow please don’t hesitate to call.
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HIRING FOR MATERNITY COVER
We are looking for a passionate RVN to join our team of exceptional nurses at Parkside Veterinary Group.
Our purpose built practices boast a total of 6 theatres, dedicated dental suites, x-ray and ultrasound rooms and in house CT at our Tier 3 hospital.
We hold ISFM Gold and Silver across all 3 of our branches and RWAF silver friendly status for those who love our small furries!
Referral orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery taken as well as a visiting ophthalmologist.
Parkside Vets is a fast paced, first opinion practice offering a high standard of care to all.
The new recruit will work a varied shift pattern of 4.5 days per week and duties will include inpatient care, consults, theatre work and post op recovery care. Our nurses are supported by an incredible team of ACA’s so your time can be focused on the patients.
Job details
• 1 in approx 10 weekend rota
• 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• RCVS fee paid
• Generous CPD allowance & highly encouraged to pursue certification
• Christmas party and summer BBQ socials as well as regular boozy lunches!
• NO OOH’s
• Employee discount
• Sick pay
• Salary: up to £28950 per year
Here at Parkside, we work hard, laugh harder and treat each other like family.
People say the grass isn’t always greener BUT, here at Parkside Vets we have a beautifully manicured lawn so why not come and see it for yourself?
Apply via [email protected]
Vets Fiona and Johanna saw these lovely chickens recently at Arbroath. They required a slight wing clip to prevent any mass chicken run-esque type escapes.
It’s ok girls you’re safe from Mrs Tweedy now!
Meet Beans the handsome lad that visited our Arbroath surgery recently.
Beans is a Rottie cross.
Heartfelt Plea!
Can you help us to help Angus Cat Rescue?
Angus Cat Rescue is run by volunteers headed by Angela Smith who do amazing work for cats and kittens in our area.
After a summer of lots of sad cases the rescue is full to bursting and they are desperately in need of kitten and cat food.
Any donations can be dropped off at any of our surgeries. Please mark any food for ANGUS CAT RESCUE and we will arrange delivery.
On behalf of the rescue and the cats thank you for helping.
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We are proud to announce that Parkside Veterinary Group are working towards the Investors in the Environment (iiE) bronze award.
The iiE scheme is an environmental accreditation that helps organisations take meaningful action towards reducing their impact on the environment.
While caring for your pets will always be our top priority, we are aware of the impact our business has on the environment.
As well as cutting resource use and waste production, we'll be enhancing our on-site green spaces and taking part in community based projects.
We have written an Environmental Policy, which is available to view on our website here: https://www.parksidevets.com/environmental-policy/
If you have any ideas or suggestions for business improvements relating to sustainability, please let us know by emailing our green champions at [email protected]
WE ARE SEARCHING FOR A NEW RECEPTIONIST !!
We have an amazing team of receptionists who work tirelessly to accommodate our clients. Our reception team will sort out client queries, check contact details, sort medication requests, place and receive orders, deal with accounts and payments, the list goes on! There is never a dull moment with plenty of laughs along the way. We are excited to find a receptionist to join our fantastic team and if you think this is for you then please apply online below:
https://www.parksidevets.com/pets/job/veterinary-receptionist-job-full-time/
Purpose-built friendly and caring Veterinary Surgery with on-site parking. 24 hour on-call service f
What’s your favourite breed/x/type … and why?
And of course … we’ll need photos 🐶
📣CALLING ALL REGISTERED VET NURSES 📣
Are you looking for a new adventure?
Have you recently qualified but would still like that extra support?
WELL, LOOK NO FURTHER BECAUSE PARKSIDE VET GROUP IS HIRING 🙌🏻
Our purpose built practices boast 6 theatres, a dedicated dental suite, X-ray, brand new CT facilities, ultrasound … you name it, we’ve probably got it…
Like horses and large animals? Well PVG is the place for you. We have on-site stables with the odd alpaca or goat anaesthetic just to mix up our day.
Parkside Vet Group's main branch holds ISFM GOLD STANDARD status with an entire wing dedicated to our feline friends 🐈
Bunnies, piggies and reptiles galore; our exotics ward is HOT HOT HOT! The perfect practice for nurses who love our small furry friends.
Our vet nurse team is comprised of 21 exceptional people based across the 3 branches. We work hard, laugh harder and treat each other like family with some guaranteed laughs throughout the day.
People say the grass isn’t always greener BUT, here at Parkside Vets we have a beautifully manicured lawn so why not come and see it for yourself?
For more information contact Fiona (our Head Nurse) on 01382 810777
💴 Salary: up to £28,900.00 pa depending on experience.
Benefits:
Flexible hours
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
Referral programme
Sick pay
Did we mention ….. no on call ☎️….
The only question that remains is WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Please tag any RVNs or Vet staff you know and share - thank you 🙌🏻
Grass seed season is upon us once again 🌱 Grass seeds might look small and innocuous but they can cause problems. If your dog has been in long grass, always check them for grass seeds after the walk. They are often found caught in the hair or in armpits, paws etc. If you find one that has stuck into the skin causing a wound/or a swelling that looks like it could contain one, book an appointment with us. It’s so important to remove grass seeds quickly, because their ‘arrow’ shape means they can pierce through skin, enter the body and travel around causing problems.
Bouncer had been scratching at his ears and shaking his head. His owners quickly realised that something was amiss and called us for an appointment. Poor Bouncer had 2 grass seeds down his ear so came in to our Barnhill surgery to have them removed under sedation by Vet Dawn assisted by Senior RVN Janet.
Once sedated Dawn used an oroscope to locate the grass seeds then guided by the oroscope used forceps to gently remove the offending seeds.
Happy to report Bouncer is much happier now.
If you notice your dog behaving differently or scratching his/her ears, holding one ear lower than the other or a sudden swelling or wound, please give us a call sooner than later.
Forget Me Not.
Let’s take a moment to remember all those loved and lost 💔
Post your photos below 🌈🌈🌈
What’s your favourite colour/breed of cat?
Photos required!
Our team at Parkside are super excited to be working alongside our friends from Wallace Vets to co-host the 2024 Broughty Ferry Gala Week Pet Show.
The show takes place at Castle Green in Broughty Ferry, on Wednesday 3rd of July, from 1-4pm so be sure to pop down and say hello.
Both practices will be providing judges for each category of the Pet Show who are very much looking forward to meeting you and your adorable animal companions!
The categories are as follows …
🐾Best 6 legs
🐾Best puppy
🐾Prettiest girl
🐾Most handsome boy
🐾Golden oldie (7+)
🐾Young handler
-Coolest trick
-Ring walk to heel
🐾Best dressed pet
🐾Best cat
🐾Golden oldie (cat)
🐾Best exotic
🐾Most unusual exotic
🐾Best in show - overall winner
Entry costs £2 per category and rosettes will be awarded to the winners so why not come on down and have a go!
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Brilliant … well done 👏🏻
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Lovely hot sunny day today but please remember to keep your pets cool.
Remember furries in hutches and please don’t exercise dogs in the heat of the day and don’t leave them in cars!
Stay safe and enjoy a lovely summer day ☀️
Please be aware of roadworks on Kingscross Road that may be causing delays - more time to travel to your appointment may be necessary for the next week.
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Mondays 😫😫
https://www.vetsurgeon.org/veterinary-jobs/permanent-small-animal-vet-dundee-city-2402
We are also looking for a new large animal Vet.
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Small Animal Vet needed in King's Cross Rd, Dundee DD2 3PT, UK for a Permanent job, working Full Time or Part Time in Small Animal Practice for Parkside Veterinary Group.
‘Ear, ‘ear ….📣
Can you help 🙌🏻
We’re looking for a photo of animal ears …. blowing in the wind, sitting upright … sitting any way.
Photo must be clear and your own.
Thanks in advance!
Let’s try something to encourage summer to arrive 🥰
Share your nice sunny, blue sky summery photos …
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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!
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
HIRING FOR MATERNITY COVER
We are looking for a passionate RVN to join our team of exceptional nurses at Parkside Veterinary Group.
Our purpose built practices boast a total of 6 theatres, dedicated dental suites, x-ray and ultrasound rooms and in house CT at our Tier 3 hospital.
We hold ISFM Gold and Silver across all 3 of our branches and RWAF silver friendly status for those who love our small furries!
Referral orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery taken as well as a visiting ophthalmologist.
Parkside Vets is a fast paced, first opinion practice offering a high standard of care to all.
The new recruit will work a varied shift pattern of 4.5 days per week and duties will include inpatient care; consults; theatre work and post op recovery care. Our nurses are supported by an incredible team of ACA’s so your time can be focused on the patients.
Job details
• 1 in approx 10 weekend rota
• 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• RCVS fee paid
• Generous CPD allowance & highly encouraged to pursue certification
• Christmas party and summer BBQ socials as well as regular boozy lunches!
• NO OOH’s
• Employee discount
• Sick pay
• Salary: £23400 - £28950 per year
Here at Parkside, we work hard, laugh harder and treat each other like family. People say the grass isn’t always greener BUT, here at Parkside Vets we have a beautifully manicured lawn so why not come and see it for yourself?
Apply via [email protected]
5 Kings Cross Road
Dundee
DD23PT
Monday | 8:30am - 7pm |
Tuesday | 8:30am - 7pm |
Wednesday | 8:30am - 7pm |
Thursday | 8:30am - 7pm |
Friday | 8:30am - 7pm |
Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
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Ozzy the cat had been off adventuring for a few weeks and was brought into our Arbroath surgery yesterday for some flea and tick treatment. He had picked up some matts on his adventures and had an impromptu brush and a few matts clipped out. He seemed very appreciative and was super chilled! Good boy Ozzy 😻
HIRING FOR MATERNITY COVER We are looking for a passionate RVN to join our team of exceptional nurses at Parkside Veterinary Group. Our purpose built practices boast a total of 6 theatres, dedicated dental suites, x-ray and ultrasound rooms and in house CT at our Tier 3 hospital. We hold ISFM Gold and Silver across all 3 of our branches and RWAF silver friendly status for those who love our small furries! Referral orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery taken as well as a visiting ophthalmologist. Parkside Vets is a fast paced, first opinion practice offering a high standard of care to all. The new recruit will work a varied shift pattern of 4.5 days per week and duties will include inpatient care, consults, theatre work and post op recovery care. Our nurses are supported by an incredible team of ACA’s so your time can be focused on the patients. Job details • 1 in approx 10 weekend rota • 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata) • RCVS fee paid • Generous CPD allowance & highly encouraged to pursue certification • Christmas party and summer BBQ socials as well as regular boozy lunches! • NO OOH’s • Employee discount • Sick pay • Salary: up to £28950 per year Here at Parkside, we work hard, laugh harder and treat each other like family. People say the grass isn’t always greener BUT, here at Parkside Vets we have a beautifully manicured lawn so why not come and see it for yourself? Apply via [email protected]
HIRING FOR MATERNITY COVER We are looking for a passionate RVN to join our team of exceptional nurses at Parkside Veterinary Group. Our purpose built practices boast a total of 6 theatres, dedicated dental suites, x-ray and ultrasound rooms and in house CT at our Tier 3 hospital. We hold ISFM Gold and Silver across all 3 of our branches and RWAF silver friendly status for those who love our small furries! Referral orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery taken as well as a visiting ophthalmologist. Parkside Vets is a fast paced, first opinion practice offering a high standard of care to all. The new recruit will work a varied shift pattern of 4.5 days per week and duties will include inpatient care; consults; theatre work and post op recovery care. Our nurses are supported by an incredible team of ACA’s so your time can be focused on the patients. Job details • 1 in approx 10 weekend rota • 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata) • RCVS fee paid • Generous CPD allowance & highly encouraged to pursue certification • Christmas party and summer BBQ socials as well as regular boozy lunches! • NO OOH’s • Employee discount • Sick pay • Salary: £23400 - £28950 per year Here at Parkside, we work hard, laugh harder and treat each other like family. People say the grass isn’t always greener BUT, here at Parkside Vets we have a beautifully manicured lawn so why not come and see it for yourself? Apply via [email protected]
In honour of Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month, here is a little day in the life of our fantastic nurses at Parkside Vets 💚
🌟Did you know our Dundee surgery is a Gold Cat Friendly Clinic? ❤️This means we have met special requirements to make our practice as friendly/stress free for your cat as possible. Some of the things that make us Gold 🌟 🐈separate cat waiting area 🐈separate cattery where your cat spends the day when with us 🐈cat only consultation room 🐈cat only treatment room 🐈large cat kennels if your cat needs to stay overnight 🐈staff who are dedicated cat advocates and promote cat friendly protocols and stress free handling 🌟❤️🐈
🐶🐾♥️🐶🐾♥️🐶🐾♥️ Our Arbroath surgery is officially dog friendly! Many dogs find vet visits stressful, which can result in them being unwilling to enter the vets, being difficult to examine, and worried during treatment. The Dog Friendly Clinic scheme helps practice staff develop dog behaviour knowledge and skills so they can recognise and address early signs of anxiety and improve the welfare of dogs whilst in the clinic. In turn this means improved safety for staff and clients. Well done Arbroath 🐾 🐶
What can be cuter than a litter of baby piggies 😍😍😍😍😍 Thank you to Receptionist Fiona for sharing 🙌🏻
We had a little visiter to the Dundee surgery after a member of the public found him looking a little bit under the weather🦔 “Sonic” the hedgehog was a bit dehydrated and lethargic but was checked over by one of the Vets and no obvious injuries were found so he was given some food and water and has since been collected and is being cared for at a wildlife rehab centre before being released once back to full strength. “Sonic” enjoyed his cat food immensely and also had a big drink of cool water, which will be hard to find in this heatwave! If you have hedgehog visitors to your garden, placing a shallow bowl (a plant pot under base is good) of water and a saucer of wet cat food can help give these guys the boost they require. If you see a hedgehog out during the day, or are worried about an injured hog, please contact us for advice🦔
Another common area for problems are ears. Dogs can often get sore ears from infection to foreign bodies and ticks in the upper ear area. Don’t ever poke anything down your dogs ear, the ears are a delicate area. Knowing how your dogs ears look/smell when they’re healthy is a good starting place and regular gentle handling with praise will help your dog to feel more comfortable should they ever have a problem.
Teeth 🦷🦷🦷 Dogs can suffer from a vast array of issues in their mouths and many don’t enjoy showing us their pearly whites. You can get your dog used to having their mouth gently examined. Gentle movements and start off slowly. Please be careful handling around your dogs mouth if he/she is really unsure.
Today we look at 👁👁 Claire gently looks at Elsie’s eyes. Doing this when your dogs eyes don’t require treatment is beneficial as it gets them used to handling around such a sensitive area. When trying this, place one hand under the dogs chin to steady the head and gently use the other hand as Claire shows, to look at the eyes. If your dog reacts strongly to this take the time to build the handling up.
Today we look at teaching your dog to offer a paw, you’ll notice Claire runs her hand down Elsie’s leg, this is where we would typically place a cannula should your dog be in for a procedure. Using your hands on your dog typically makes them more comfortable with being handled over time. Gently run your hands over the legs, gently part the toes (if safe to do so) use a gentle voice and praise.
Purpose-built premises in Dundee and Barnhill with onsite free parking as well as our new Arbroath surgery which all aim to provide the very best veterinary care. Highly experienced professionals with a personal touch. Your pets have access to digital x-ray, high quality ultrasound, inhouse laboratory, video-endoscopy and arthroscopy, to allow us to provide your pet with the highest standards of care when necessary. We have surgical, orthopaedic, cardiac and ultrasound expertise from Vets with advanced levels of training and don't forget our great team of nurses,receptionists and admin staff that make Parkside Vets what it is. We trace our origins back for over 125 years in Dundee and have grown thanks to your recommendations. Our Dundee surgery expansion will complete in August 2019 to allow for more appointments, more space and the best experience possible when you need to bring your pet to see us. You can even book an appointment online. Long consulting hours between 8.30am and 7.30pm make it easier for you to see us at a time that suits you. For new pets, get reassurance and have them checked over by a Parkside vet asap - this first check for puppies and kittens is free.
Our six-vet equine & farm team runs our Parkside Equine & Farm department with outpatient facilities at the Dundee surgery on Kings Cross Road and at Cupar in Fife.
See us at www.ParksideVets.com Equine at www.ParksideEquine.com
Parkside Vets - Farms and Smallholders
Kings Cross Road