Pentland - ICR Veterinary Clinic

21/08/2024

Beautiful Willow was in earlier this week at Balerno, she was very excited to come in for her 6 month health check and is doing brilliantly! She was so well behaved her mum even let her choose a brand new toy to go home with as a reward 💜

19/08/2024

Gorgeous Kovu was visiting vet Alex recently for his health check and weigh and worm. He is a very sweet boy and had lots of cuddles to give! We look forward to watching him grow up ❤️

18/08/2024

We were delighted to help! So glad Max is on the mend 💙

16/08/2024

This inquisitive pair are Pebble and Bramble who were in with nurse Leanda for their 6 month health check as part of our Pet Health Club 💜They were so relaxed and enjoyed having a wander around 😻

15/08/2024

⚠️ IT issues ⚠️

Unfortunately we are experiencing some IT issues which is causing a delay. Please bare with us as we run a little bit slower than usual. If you have any prescriptions to request please use our online ordering system and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Thank you for your patience.

08/08/2024

UPDATE - Reunited with owner 🌟

This lady was handed into us from kingsknowe area. She is chipped however we are struggling to contact her owners. If she is your dog please contact us on 0131 451 5111

18/07/2024

🎉 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗖𝗥 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲!

As an extension of our current ‘Pet Health Club’ we will be introducing a new level which includes 𝗨𝗡𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦!

This means all routine visits to us will be included - we hope this brings peace of mind when your pet is poorly, allowing you to book an appointment for trusted advice directly from your own vets and nurses. Our unlimited consult plan ‘Pet Health Club Plus’ also includes vaccinations and flea and worm treatment; alongside discounts on neutering, dentistry and medications. All this for just £29.99/mo for dogs and £27.99/mo for cats.

Our new plan will be launching next week, but in the meantime:
- 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 to register your interest and receive a call back with more information from a member of our team:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebSgnG4bwe8mQBhqhPoYbCFpcnNiCFRgwwMlu3XZ8haA4A-g/viewform?usp=sf_link
- 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝗻 a pet hamper and your 𝘍𝘐𝘙𝘚𝘛 𝘔𝘖𝘕𝘛𝘏 𝘍𝘙𝘌𝘌!

Staff pet Brochan was excited to join the new plan! 🐶🐾

28/06/2024

Brachycephalic breeds in rabbits 🐰
Many people are aware of the breathing difficulties that can affect brachycephalic (short nosed) dog breeds, but did you know that there are many rabbits who are also classed as brachycephalic?
Over the years rabbits have been bred to become smaller, rounder, ‘cuter’ which has led to the skull formation of some breeds to be different from their rabbit ancestors. It is important for all rabbits to have regular dental checks, but even more so for those with smaller flatter face shapes.
Providing your rabbit with good quality hay is vital to help wear down their teeth and prevent dental disease.

28/06/2024

Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
Another common misconception is that rabbits and guinea pigs can live together. This is sadly not true. Not only do they have different dietary requirements they frequently fight and can pass diseases between each other. Rabbits are best kept in pairs, usually a neutered male & neutered female is the best pairing, however same-sex pairs can be compatible if they are both neutered, as well as trios and larger groups. Bonding is not an easy process, and we recommend speaking with an experienced person, or reading up on the process before attempting this yourself.

27/06/2024

Did you know? Rabbits are fastidious groomers 🐰
They insist on keeping themselves clean & tidy. Rabbits do most of their grooming themselves. You do not need to bath rabbits. Rabbits fur is odourless, so if you think your rabbit smells, make sure to check if they can clean their bottoms. If they can’t, it may be due to obesity or arthritis (please contact your vet for a check / diagnosis). In these circumstances you can gently clean your rabbit’s bottom, make sure not to submerge your rabbit into water and always pat dry afterwards.

27/06/2024

GIVE ME SPACE!
When you go into a pet shop, you might notice a row of cages & hutches marketed toward rabbits. These products will have enticing names like ‘deluxe rabbit home’ and show images of happy rabbits on the packaging. The problem? Almost every single one of these ‘rabbit cages’ is much too small for rabbits. Rabbits need a lot of room. They are active creatures and require space to be able to display natural behaviours such as hopping, stretching on hind feet & lying down. The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund recommends a minimum enclosure area of 3m x 2m x 1m for a pair of average-sized rabbits, regardless of whether they are housed indoors or outdoors 🐰

26/06/2024

DON’T WAIT, VACCINATE! 💉
Rabbits need to be regularly vaccinated to protect them against three potentially deadly diseases:
🐰 Myxomatosis
🐰 Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease-1 (RVHD-1)
🐰 Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease-2 (RVHD-2)
The first vaccinations should be at around 5-7 weeks of age, after that they should have a booster injection every year.
Our vets recommend vaccinating all pet rabbits, including house rabbits.
This is included as part of our Pet Health Club for Rabbits, follow the link to find out more
https://www.icrvets.com/pet-health-club

26/06/2024

Did you know? Carrots are bad for rabbits! 🥕
Contrary to popular belief, carrots are in fact not very healthy for rabbits. They are full of sugar and can lead to obesity. A better option is to give your rabbit the green stem from a carrot or an alternative green veg or herb. Small 1cm slices of carrot can be given as a treat but should be done so sparingly.
Let’s keep the carrots for the cartoons! 🥕🥕

25/06/2024

Are rabbits nocturnal? 🌅
If you have a pet rabbit, you may have noticed that they tend to sleep a lot during the daytime. Or maybe you noticed that you only see wild rabbits outside when you’re out for a run in the morning. Many animals are more active at night-time, so you think maybe rabbits are nocturnal. Rabbits are NOT nocturnal. You will often see them sleeping through the afternoon, but they sleep in the middle of the night too. So, when are rabbits active? Rabbits are 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫​, which means they have the most energy in the hours around sunrise and sunset.

25/06/2024

Harmful to Rabbits
Although rabbits are foragers in the wild, pet rabbits are not as instinctual as their ancestors and therefore it is vital to be aware of what harmful plants or flowers may be growing in your garden.
Plants that could harm your rabbit this summer are listed below:
• The most poisonous plants for rabbits include Azalea, Bittersweet, Buttercups, Daffodils, Deadly Nightshade, Figwort, Foxglove, Hemlock, Meadow Saffron, Poppies, and Ragwort.
• Other poisonous garden plants for rabbits include Begonias, Chrysanthemums, Clematis, Dahlias, Delphinium, Hyacinth, Iris, Lily of the Valley, Lupins, Morning Glory, Primrose, Rhododendron, Sweet Peas (there is a rabbit-safe variety), and Tulips.
• Garden-grown human foods that rabbits shouldn’t eat include Apple Pips, Garlic, Onion, Potato Plants, Rhubarb (all of it), and Tomato Plants.
• Most evergreen leaves are poisonous to rabbits and some lighter coloured lettuces (e.g. iceberg) can harm them too.

21/06/2024

🎉 NEXT WEEK 🎉
We will be offering ＦＲＥＥ husbandry advice appointments in practice to all rabbit owners.
This is a great opportunity to widen your knowledge on how best to care for your rabbits 🐰
Please book in by calling us on 0131 451 5111, email [email protected] or speak to us at reception.
We HOP to see you soon!! 🐰🥕

05/06/2024

Belle 😍
This gorgeous girl was in to see our Nurse Chloe for her routine 6 month check up as part of her Healthy Pet Club and received a clean bill of health 💜

03/06/2024

We are very proud to Beeeee a 🐝 friendly clinic in partnership with the British Bee Veterinary Association
Pop in to the practice and pick up a pack of our free 🐝 friendly seeds to plant in your own garden and help these vital busy little guys 🐝

31/05/2024

Look at those ears 😍 This little one is Poppy who was in seeing our nurse Chloe for a weigh and worm, teeth check and nail clip appointment, all part of her Pet Health Club 🌟
She was definitely a big hit with the staff 🐶

25/05/2024

This bank holiday Monday we will be open as usual 💜
If your pet needs us out of normal working hours, as always, our nights team are on hand to help
https://www.icrvets.com/contact-us

25/05/2024

We are all set up and having a great time at the Balerno Children's Gala Pop over and say hello 👋 Hopefully the sun stays out for everyone 💜

24/05/2024

It’s also: Feline Hypertension Awareness month! (High blood pressure in cats) 🐱

Did you know that an estimated 1 in every 5 cats over the age of 9 years suffers from hypertension?
Just like in people, high blood pressure can go undetected for a long time. This is a dangerous condition that can lead to many long term ill effects on the body.

Signs that your cat may be suffering from high blood pressure include;
🐾 Sleeping more or being less active
🐾 Not sleeping at night/pacing
🐾 Changes in behaviour
🐾 Meowing more than usual
🐾 Increased drinking
🐾 Changes in eyesight/ Bumping into objects

Luckily, when caught early enough, there are treatments available to help control blood pressure and significantly reduce the long term risks.

Measuring a cat's blood pressure is quick and painless and we can perform this test as part of our senior wellness clinics, suitable for cats over 7 years of age.

(We also run senior wellness clinics for dogs)

For more information on our senior wellness clinics, please click here:
https://www.icrvets.com/services/wellness-screenings-for-cats-and-dogs

22/05/2024

* Senior wellness clinics *

Did you know we run popular senior wellness clinics?
During this 40 minute appointment, our nurse will perform a physical examination, measure your pet’s blood pressure, check a urine sample and take a blood sample to measure kidney, liver, thyroid (cats) and multiple other parameters to check that your pet is not suffering from underlying disease.

Our wellness clinics are designed to detect disease early, ensuring the best possible outcome for your pet and cost 85 pounds.

For more information on senior wellness clinics please click here

https://www.icrvets.com/services/wellness-screenings-for-cats-and-dogs

20/05/2024

Vet Nurse Awareness Month: 𝕃𝕒𝕤𝕖𝕣 𝕋𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥

Our nurses are fully qualified to carry out laser treatment on your pet. Laser therapy is used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis and muscle pain. Laser therapy can also be very useful to speed up wound healing, reduce scar tissue and improve nerve function.

Handsome Raffi was in recently to have laser therapy as part of his treatment for joint disease. As you can see, he enjoys his treatment and we think he is rocking those protective glasses 💙

For more information about laser and our other pain management services, follow the link below
https://www.icrvets.com/services/r-a-p-p-service

17/05/2024

We are so proud of our team 💜 This was a great night and we look forward to doing more like this.

Dozens of people took part in the session, which was designed to help owners do the right thing for their pets in an

15/05/2024

We have been loving this beautiful weather recently and have brought the sunshine to our fluffy friends as well 😎

Pop in to the surgery to see our new range of summer toys available ☀️

13/05/2024

Vet Nurse Awareness Month: 𝔻𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕣𝕪
We are proud to deliver a very high standard of dentistry at ICR Vets. Did you know our nurses play a crucial role during our dentistry procedures? Nurses are responsible for monitoring the general anaesthetics, performing the scale and polishes, placing the appropriate nerve blocks for extractions, and ensuring a comfortable, smooth recovery for our dental patients 🐾

Vet Nurses have hugely varied and demanding roles and we look forward to highlighting different areas of their jobs this month 💚

09/05/2024

We had a fantastic time! Thank you for having us 😊

08/05/2024

Today is National Receptionist Day and we are celebrating!

We are so lucky to have such an amazing front of house team.
You will have seen these friendly faces! Our receptionists are wizards of multitasking; juggling phone calls, managing our desks, making sure the day runs smoothly and keeping us all right! Thank you to each and every one of you, we would be lost without you 💜

06/05/2024

This gorgeous duo are Mac and Mavis 🐶 Both were receiving their Pet Health Club checks with nurse Chloe. We are loving the bandanna’s!

If you think your pet (and wallet 😉) would benefit from joining our health plan, check out the details below

https://www.icrvets.com/pet-health-club