Bute & Cowal Vets

25/08/2026

If you missed AHDB's recent Bluetongue webinar, the recording is now available to watch on YouTube.
With bluetongue cases continuing to rise, hear the latest updates from Defra, local vets, the NBA and NSA on the current BTV-3 situation and what it could mean for your farm.
▶️ Watch now: https://youtu.be/L2CBqwMVEWQ

Bluetongue cases continue to increase, with reports of more severe clinical signs than in previous years.

Whether you're a sheep, beef or dairy farmer, join tonight's webinar for the latest disease update and practical information from vets and industry experts.

We'll cover:
📊The current Bluetongue situation and case update
🚫Transmission and tackling misinformation
🐑🐄What vets are seeing on farms, including impacts on livestock health and production
☎️Support available for farmers

🎟️ Join us: https://bit.ly/4znuK2Y
❓ Got a question? Submit it in advance: https://bit.ly/4fYDqFf

19/08/2026

Carrot entertained us recently by adopting this yoga-like pose shortly after he was sedated for a stitch-up. Unfortunately he has had to return to us since but he is always very welcome.

19/08/2026

BTV cases continue to increase, and clinical signs are more severe than previous years.

Don’t miss the next webinar on 19 August (5-6pm). Hear directly from industry experts and vets on the latest disease situation, and key information.

Be informed, stay vigilant and book via: https://ahdb.org.uk/events/bluetongue-virus-update-19-august

19/08/2026

17/08/2026

Good afternoon,
We are really sorry to report that this morning a black and white cat ( male and un-neutered ) was brought into surgery by a kind member of the public after being hit by a car. Sadly the cat passed shortly after arriving.
The cat was not micro-chipped so we have not been able to inform the owners. Accident happened on the Mary Street area of town.
Please contact the surgery if you have any information which may help us find the owners.
Thank you.

15/08/2026

One week to go! At Bute Highland Games on Saturday 22nd August I will run the 10K road race and will be pleased to have any sponsorship donatios sent to my JustGiving page. Prostate Cancer UK is a major force in improving treatment and detection of this all too common cancer in men. I hope to increase awareness and encourage men to ask for testing as there is no screening programme. ASK YOUR DOCTOR FOR PSA TESTING. Not perfect but it pointed me to investigation and succssful treatment.

Help Duncan MacIntyre raise money to support PROSTATE CANCER UK

13/08/2026

Good people of Dunoon, if you are not stuck in traffic can we please ask for your help in finding Rio!
Rio has been missing since the 26th July from the Dunoon end of Hunter street Kirn, she was wearing a bright green fuzzy collar.
The owner is very concerned as Rio is on regular medication.
If you are able to help please call 07764496124

12/08/2026

NSA and SVS issue guidance as bluetongue cases expand rapidly approaching the sheep sales season.
Link: https://sheepvetsoc.org.uk/news/nsa-and-svs-issue-guidance-as-bluetongue-cases-expand-rapidly-approaching-the-sheep-sales-season/
© copyright image Torch vets

12/08/2026

A huge thank you to Duncan MacIntyre, Catriona MacIntyre and Louise Lloyd Payne for taking on the Dunoon 10K and fundraising for Vetlife! 🏃‍♀️🐾

Together, they raised an incredible £1,800+ to support Vetlife and the veterinary community. 💚

We’re so grateful for your support, what an amazing achievement! 👏

Thank you, Duncan, Catriona and Louise! 💚

You can still donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/team/bcv-vetlife?utm_medium=TE&utm_source=CL

11/08/2026

**** DUNOON SURGERY ****

Part of Argyll Street, Dunoon is currently being resurfaced and there is traffic control on the approach to Dunoon surgery.

Please allow a little extra travel time when attending the surgery. Some clients might want to consider using public parking and walking along instead of trying to get the car into the surgery carpark.