The Brambles Vet Surgery

15/07/2025

Get to know the team - 💚Nurses💚

Emily - RVN - Head Nurse

🐶 Emily qualified as an RVN from Hartpury university in 2023 and has worked at the practice since qualifying. She has a keen interest in developing her skills in all areas of the role with a particular interest in feline nursing as well as inpatient care. Outside of work she spends most of her time trying to keep her Cocker Spaniel Jasper out of mischief.

Ellen - RVN

🐾 Ellen is a nurse who originally joined the practice in 2005 and has undertaken her training here. Since qualifying, she has developed her skills in all areas of the practice and now is actively involved with both the inpatient care and the nurse clinics. She also enjoys scrubbing into theatre with the veterinary surgeon. She has a cat called Eliza and a puppy Tibetan Terrier called Rosie.

Kaylee - RVN

🐑 Kaylee has been with the practice since qualifying in 2016. She enjoys theatre work and is responsible for maintaining the in-house lab equipment. Her spare time is spent on her parents’ smallholding where she helps look after sheep, horses and chickens.

Julie - RVN

🦚 Julie has been a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse for over 25 years. After having a few years break to start a family, Julie came to The Brambles and has been here ever since. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing and aerial hoop as well as looking after Daisy, the family Miniature Schnauzer and Dennis, both of whom she has acquired from the practice.

Amber - RVN

🐸 Amber is a Registered Veterinary Nurse who joined us in February 2024. Amber has an interest in nurse clinics and weight management. She runs weight clinics from our Churchdown branch. Amber is also a ‘Suitably Qualified Person’ so can prescribe and advise on several flea and worm treatments. When not at work, Amber can be found running, baking or playing video games with her partner.

Sam - RVN

🦔 Sam qualified as a registered veterinary nurse in 2022 from University of South Wales. She has a keen interest in nurse clinics, wildlife, emergency/critical care and wounds. In her spare time I like to explore new areas with her dog Ben, also enjoying horse riding and show jumping. Her fur babies consist of Ben (dog), Crumpet (African pigmy hedgehog), Nutmeg and cinnamon (gerbils), Tabitha, Rambo (cats) and Leo (horse).

10/07/2025

🦷 Dental Care 🦷

Does your pet have bad breath?
Bad breath can be a sign of dental disease

Just like us, dogs and cats can suffer from plaque, tartar, gum disease, tooth loss and can even cause heart problems if their teeth aren't cared for properly!

Common signs of dental disease:
⚠ bad breath
⚠ drooling
⚠ Difficulty eating or chewing
⚠ Tartar build up on teeth
⚠ Red or swollen gums

Dental disease is preventable and treatable!

For more information on how to best care for your pets teeth, we offer 15minutes dental clinics with a nurse on Tuesdays

For a Video demonstrating how to brush your dogs teeth, follow this link 👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyyopzL636

08/07/2025

Get to know the team - 🐾Vets🩺

Neil -
Neil qualified in 1992 from The Royal Veterinary College, London. A short spell in mixed practice in Devon was followed by four years in a busy small animal practice in south London. Here, he gained extensive experience in all types of practice, particularly surgery. He was also one of the vets responsible for Catford greyhound stadium. He moved to Churchdown in August 1996 and became a partner in 1998. With Ivor’s retirement in 2001, he became the sole owner of the practice.

Inside work, he enjoys all aspects of the job and he has a keen interest in surgery, both soft tissue and orthopaedics. Outside of work, he enjoys looking after the family’s extensive range of horses, chickens, sheep, dogs and cats. A lot of his spare time is spent being an unpaid groom/ driver at horse competitions for his daughters

Stella -
Stella qualified as a veterinary surgeon in Germany in 1996. She came to England in 1998 and has worked in small animal practice ever since. She has a keen in interest in both cats and ophthalmology. In her spare time, she likes to go swimming and bird watching.

Bel -
Bel joined the practice in December 2017 and enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine. Her particular passion is for sharing her great knowledge on the use of alternative therapies such as acupuncture and herbal medicine (including Chinese herbs).

Annie -
Annie qualified from Nottingham vet school in 2022 and has been with us ever since and enjoys all aspects of the job. She spends her free time looking after her 3 crazy cocker spaniels and trying not to fall off her horses (often with limited success!).

Rachel -
Rachel joined the practice after qualifying from Bristol Vet School. She has a particular interest in long term pain management and in her spare time enjoys training with her GSD.

07/07/2025

🐈Did you know we have a pet health plan?🐕

Keeping pets healthy doesn’t have to break the bank! Our pet health plan is designed to make routine care affordable and stress-free - so that you can focus on cuddles, not costs.

What’s included?
- Year-round Flea, tick and worm Prevention
- Annual Vaccinations and health check
- 6 Month Health Checks
- 10% off Neutering
- Microchipping
- 10% off Dental Procedures
- For additional benefits please visit https://brambles-vets.co.uk/

Home delivery is available at an additional £2.35 per month.

For more information, or to join, please visit https://brambles-vets.co.uk/ or call the practice on 01452 712194

Providing top-quality vet care in Gloucester and Churchdown, we’re trusted by pet owners in the local community. Visit us today!

03/07/2025

A huge thank you for such a generous donation from The Brambles Vet Surgery, it will help us a lot supporting pets in need. Thank you to our volunteer Myomi for collecting this today 💜

03/07/2025

🐾July is Lost Pet Prevention Month!🐾

Every year, thousands of pets go missing - and many never find their way home. Lost Pet Prevention Month is a reminder to take some simple steps now to help keep your beloved furry friends safe and sound.

Here are some quick tips to help protect your pets:
✅ Microchipping of pets - Microchipping of both cats and dogs is compulsory in the UK. Ensure that all details are kept up to date.
✅ Use and secure collar with an ID tag - ID tags must include your name, phone number and address. It is not advisable to include the pets name on the tag.
✅ Check fences and gates - escape-proof your garden and home.
✅ Always use a lead or carrier when transporting pets.

If you are unsure if your pets microchip details are up to date, you can pop into the practice and we can check them for you!

Your pet depends on you to keep them safe! taking these few steps can help to prevent them getting lost. 💙

30/06/2025

🍔It’s BBQ Season!🌭

We all love a summer BBQ – but what is tasty and fun for us can be dangerous for our pets.

Here are some common BBQ risks to look out for:
❌ Bones 🍖– Cooked bones can splinter and cause choking or internal injuries
❌ Corn on the cob 🌽 – A major choking hazard and can also cause a blockage in a pets digestive system
❌ Skewers 🍢 – wooden or metal skewers can be very dangerous if swallowed
❌ Fatty scraps 🥓 – can trigger a condition called pancreatitis
❌ Onions, garlic and chives 🧅 – toxic to dogs and cats, even in small amounts
❌ BBQ tools and hot coals 🔥 – Curious pets could potentially burn themselves or get themselves injured

💡Top Tips:
✅ Keep food and rubbish out of reach
✅ Create a quiet, shady place for your pet to relax, away from the BBQ
✅ Remind guests not to feed your pets, no matter how cute their begging face is!

Have fun and enjoy the sunshine responsibly. Your furry friends will thank you!

25/06/2025

🐇Rabbit Awareness Week🐇

We have some free samples of Supreme Rabbit and Guinea Pig food available in both our Barnwood and Churchdown practices.

It's Day 3 of Rabbit Awareness Week: Happy Hoppy Homes! 🏠🐰

Environment affects health! According to Blue Cross, rabbits in cramped, barren housing are more likely to develop both physical issues (spinal problems, pododermatitis) and behavioural problems (aggression, over-grooming). A stimulating home with proper space helps prevent these conditions!

25/06/2025

☀Show us your Summery Pets!☀

The sun is shining, the days are longer, and our furry friends are living their best lives! whether your pet is soaking up the sun, chilling in the shade, or rocking their summery outfit - we want to see it!

Share a photo of your pet enjoying the sunshine in the comments!

23/06/2025

❗Flystrike: A Summer Danger for Rabbits❗

Did you know that flystrike can develop in a matter of hours - and it can be fatal if not caught early?

Flystrike happens when flies lay eggs on a pets soiled fur or skin, often around a rabbits bottom. These eggs hatch into maggots that begin to eat the flesh.
Flystrike is most common in rabbits but can effect cats and dogs too!

Preventing flystrike:
✅ Check your rabbits back end at least once a day (twice in hot weather)
✅ Keep their living area clean and dry
✅ Ensure they are on the correct diet to prevent soft stools
✅ Use a Vet-recommended flystrike prevention treatment during the warm months

📱 Call the practice immediately if you notice any maggots, swelling or your rabbit seems in pain - early action is critical!

20/06/2025

☀️Hello Summer!☀️

Today marks the first official day of summer – and we are just as excited as your pets to soak up the sunshine.

But the warmer weather brings extra things to keep in mind when it comes to your pets health:
🐜 Fleas, Ticks and Worms are more active – make sure your pet is up-to-date with parasite prevention.
💧 Keep pets cool and hydrated – never leave them in hot cars and always provide them with shade and water.
🍃 Watch out for grass seeds – Grass seeds are barbed so if they get tangled in your pets furs they can enter the skin and cause issues for your pet.
☀ Sunburn – Yes pets get sunburn too! If your pet has pink skin it is more vulnerable to sunburn so it is advised to apply a pet safe sun cream to help keep them protected.
⛱ Holiday plans? – before traveling ensure that your pets microchip details are up-to-date and check the travel requirements before traveling out of the country.

Wishing you all a healthy and happy summer with your pets!

18/06/2025

Is Your Pet's Microchip Details Up To Date?

A microchip is only as useful as the information linked to it! If you've moved, changed phone number, or updated your email address - don't forget to update your pet's microchip details to match!

✅Check your pets details with your microchip database
🏠Moved house or changes number? update the details today - it only takes a few minutes!

If you are unsure of your pets microchip number or what database they are registered on, please contact the practice and we will give you a hand.