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Vets4Pets Guildford is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a laboratory, pharmacy and digital x-ray.

04/11/2024

With candles being a big part of Halloween decorations, pets need to be kept away from anything they can injury themselves on.

Using electric candles to minimise the risk of singed whiskers and more serious burns is a great swap in place of traditional candles.

Children also need to be careful with sparklers as these can be very frightening to some pets, therefore if you plan to use them, keep your pets indoors and dispose of them correctly in a bucket of cold water before throwing them away.

04/11/2024

November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month.

The ‘big C’ affects dogs and cats in big numbers; it is expected that around half of dogs over the age of 10 are likely to develop cancer.

Cancer mostly affects middle-aged and older pets but young pets can get it too.
Other health issues, such as obesity, can be a factor with some cancers.
Passive smoking can increase the risk of certain types of cancer – nasal and lung cancers in dogs (as well as causing eye problems, allergies, and respiratory problems) and blood cancer lymphoma and mouth cancer in cats.

Unneutered female cats and dogs can be at risk of uterine or ovarian cancer, and a higher risk of mammary tumours (breast cancer – this can also affect male pets).

Unneutered male cats and dogs can be at risk of testicular cancer and prostate cancer.
Some dog breeds are more susceptible to certain cancers such as Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, Boxers, Beagles, and Great Danes.

Owners know their pets well, if you notice any changes in behaviour, unexplained bleeding, swelling, lumps, depression etc. Contact your vet. It's always worth getting regular health checks with your vet.

04/11/2024

Not just Dogs, Cats & Rabbits....

We understand that pets come in all shapes and sizes, some with fur, some with scales and some with feathers. We are happy to see any of these animals. So if you have an 80 year old tortoise in need of some help, a budgie with a poorly wing or a cheesed off Chinchilla we can help. Remember, our practice sees all creatures great and small.

04/11/2024

Good morning, we hope you had a lovely weekend.

We are open today until 7pm if you need us.

We also have our own practice webpage, which has lots of useful information. Here you can see our opening hours, ways to contact us and you can meet all of our team

https://www.vets4pets.com/practices/vets4pets-guildford/

03/11/2024

Always check bonfires before lighting them. There maybe a sleeping hedgehog inside. 💥

03/11/2024

Introducing our Pet Health Advisor, Aimee

Aimee's Bio
I have always loved animals and enjoy working with them. I have a hamster called Lady P**f. In my spare time I love to go on bike rides with my partner.

03/11/2024

If we are closed, our friends over at Vets Now Guildford are here to help. They are open at weekends and bank holidays. They can be reached on 01483 346628

02/11/2024

Despite the cold and frosty weather, our pets still love and need to get outdoors! 🐾

Many people think that our pets are protected from the cold by all their fur, but this isn’t actually true! ❄️

Like us humans, our pets can also develop a dangerous and potentially deadly condition called hypothermia. Any pet can become seriously ill if the temperature of their body drops too low, and acting quickly and doing the right thing could save your pet’s life. If you suspect your pet may have hypothermia, it’s important to call your Vet straight away and follow their advice.👩‍⚕️⚠️

02/11/2024

Calm your pet during firework nights with Classic FM

Once again, the RSPCA is teaming up with Classic FM – the UK’s most popular classical music station – for two special programmes to help keep pets relaxed and calm during fireworks season. Classic FM’s Pet Classics will be broadcast on Saturday 2nd November, from 5pm to 9pm, with a second programme on Tuesday 5th November, 5pm to 9pm. They will provide pets – and their owners – with a musical oasis of calm, full of soothing classical music, tips and advice from the RSPCA and lots of messages from listeners.

Tune in on Classic FM, available across the UK on Global Player – the official Classic FM app – on DAB digital radio and TV, 100-102 FM and at ClassicFM.com.

And for more relaxing classical music 24/7, tune into the new radio station Classic FM Calm on Global Player, on your smart speaker and on DAB digital in Greater London.

02/11/2024

It's that time of year again. Mince Pies are back in the shops!

Love them or hate them, we cannot avoid them. Your pets certainly need to avoid them. The contents of mince pies are not good for our pets and can make them really unwell.

Mince pies contain raisins which are poisonous to dogs. Raisins, as well as grapes, sultanas and currants can lead to acute kidney failure and even death. Even a very small amount can cause severe problems in some dogs and cats.

Make sure things like mince pies, fruit cake, Christmas cake and pudding are kept well away from your pets.

If you suspect that your pet may have accidently eaten anything they shouldn't, please contact your vet immediately.

02/11/2024

Good morning
Our practice is open today until 6pm. Please give us a call if you need us.

01/11/2024

IT'S THE WEEKEND!!

We are open tomorrow from 9am until 6pm if you need us. Remember, if you cannot get through on the phone, you can email us [email protected] or Whatsapp us on 0788 328 1838.

Have a great weekend!

01/11/2024

Do you normally buy your own fireworks to let off at home?

Wildlife and pets can become very frightened of fireworks, the loud noises can spook them. Also wildlife can ingest or become entangled in the remains of fireworks and lanterns.

Why not make a change this year? Many supermarkets and retailers are now selling silent or low noise fireworks, so you can still have the fun, and you're helping animals as well.

Remember, during these few days, keep your pets in after dark, close the curtains, and put on the radio or TV. There are also many calming products at your local pet shop that can also help.

01/11/2024

It's Friday Fact Time

Dogs evolved from a now-extinct species of wolf.
Dogs were the first animal domesticated (tamed) by humans, over 20,000 years ago! As they evolved from wolves, their skulls, teeth and paws shrank, and they became more docile and obedient.

Evidence from fossils suggests that five types of dog had evolved by the Bronze Age, around 4500BC. These were mastiffs, wolf-type dogs, dogs similar to greyhounds, pointing dogs and herding dogs.

As you look at your cockapoo laying on the sofa, it's hard to believe isn't it.

01/11/2024

We highly recommend getting insurance cover for your pet. There are many benefits to having your pets insured.

31/10/2024

With the nights drawing in, it's time to talk about Fireworks. Love them or hate them, there are things we can do to help our pets during the few months ahead. Here are a few tips.

Keep Cats locked in once it gets dark outside. If they are outside when fireworks are let off they may get spooked and run into a road or get lost.

Walk your dog earlier before it gets dark, and then keep them in. Play some music or have the TV on to drown out some of the outside noise. Draw the curtains and blinds., this will also help with the noise as well as any flashing lights.

Classic FM put on a great evening show on Firework night especially for pets, so it's worth checking that out.

Stick to a normal routine, do not fuss your pet too much as this may cause more anxiety. Pets like a routine.

Calming sprays and diffusers work well for all pets, so it is worth having those at this time of year.

If your pet wants to hide, let them. They may find somewhere that helps them remain calm and safe.

Calming treats can also help.

Do not take your dog to firework displays.

If you have any further questions, or would like further advice, please contact your vet.

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween Everyone

31/10/2024

Follow the link below to help your pets cope this firework season
https://www.vets4pets.com/pet-
health-advice/helping-your-pet-cope-with-firework-season/

31/10/2024

Although we do not offer our own payment plans, we can off you Klana.

Klana gives you the option to pay for your veterinary bill either later or in three easy payments. You can then easily pay online or using the Klana app.

Ask our team for details.

31/10/2024

Handsome Monty has been feeling sorry for himself. He had a damaged nail and it’s been very sore. He’s been in today to have it sorted. He may not show it, but he’s much happier now. 🐶

31/10/2024

It's Halloween, lets see those fabulous costumes...

31/10/2024

Dog House Horrors

31/10/2024

Little Rio came in today because he has a nasty abscess thats making him uncomfortable. After our vet fixed him up, he’s now at home recovering well.

30/10/2024

We have separate dog & cat waiting areas so that it minimises stress 🐶🐕

Also, the cats demanded it !! 😂

30/10/2024

‼️ We’re dealing with a fire at a block of flats in Onslow Street, Guildford.

We have 8 pumps and an aerial ladder platform at the scene.

Please avoid the area and if you live nearby, please keep windows and doors shut.

25/02/2024

When Kelly from our Colton store's Pets Grooming salon discovered a lump on the tail of nine-year-old Rufus she suspected something wasn't right, so alerted his owners Les and Andrea so they could get it checked out. They brought him to Vets for Pets Leeds Colton where it was confirmed he had a cancerous tumour which needed surgery.

Les, who adopted Rufus from Dogs Trust in Leeds as a puppy, said: “Rufus is such a big part of our life; we’re absolutely besotted with him. We probably wouldn’t have noticed the lump if not at the groomers as the tail isn’t somewhere you would usually stroke and feel. Kelly loves Rufus and really looks after him, so we want to say a big thanks for spotting it. Who'd have known what would have happened if she hadn’t noticed.”

Rufus had to have his tail removed, but is now making a good recovery. He's been visiting Kelly for a groom every six weeks for the last three years. She said: “You get to know everything about a dog as you groom them. I’ve discovered similar things before on other dogs so I mentioned it to the owners so they could get it checked out. Dogs are my life and you do worry; I’m so pleased they caught it. Now he’s got a fully docked tail like a little bunny rabbit. It’s lovely and suits him – when he gets washed he wiggles his bum.”

21/02/2024

Arthur's owner Louise says he "looked like a brand-new tortoise" after having his beak filed at Sutton in Ashfield Vets4Pets.

Louise adopted the four-year-old Horsefield Tortoise from a family member in October. Although she has had other pets, Arthur is her first tortoise, so she has been doing some research on how to best care for him.

Louise said: "I noticed Arthur's beak was unusually long, so I brought him in to Vets for Pets; I bring all my pets there. When he came out, I thought 'you beautiful boy, look at you – you look so handsome!"

Vet Steph, who looked after Arthur, says that tortoise beaks continuously grow and normally grind down themselves while they're eating. She said: "Arthur needed a little help as his jaw isn't perfectly aligned; his lower jaw is further out than his top jaw, so I filed it around half a centimetre. He was really good; a real cutie."

18/02/2024

Owner Claire says she couldn't be more grateful to Vets4Pets Hamilton after their quick diagnosis saved the sight of six-year-old Alba.

Claire knew there was something terribly wrong with her miniature dachshund cross when she called her in from the back garden last summer and Alba ran headfirst into a closed patio door. She rushed her to the vets, where investigations led the team to diagnose her with uveitis – an eye condition which causes inflammation of the middle layer of the eye.

Claire said: "It all happened so suddenly; Alba must have heard my voice and guessed where to go. It was quite scary seeing how bad she was. We couldn't be more grateful for the team in Hamilton spotting the uveitis as quickly as they did, otherwise Alba would have gone blind within a matter of days. Their knowledge saved Alba's sight. I still can't believe it happened. It's taken months of treatments, but it's such a relief to have our girl back to being her funny, bossy self."

Vet Neil, one of the team who treated Alba, said: "Alba's pupil was really narrow and wouldn't respond to light properly, which can be a sign of uveitis. Once we had ruled out other conditions, we were able to get her to an eye specialist for ongoing treatment. She's now doing really well."

16/02/2024

Ducky's owner Antonia was in a state of panic when she saw a fox had dug its way into the field where she keeps him – killing two of her other ducks and chickens.

Antonia was about to move her brood into their pen for the evening when she saw what had happened and noticed that Ducky had severe bite wounds under his wing. She rushed him to Vets4Pets Vets Milton Keynes for emergency surgery – and after having his wound stitched up the one-year-old duck is now making a good recovery.

Antonia said: "I was so worried. You don’t often hear of ducks recovering from fox attacks, but there is something about Ducky and the way he was so brave. I'm sure he was protecting a lady duck, as he's a bit of a romantic. It's the first time we've gone to Vets for Pets, and the team were amazing; they've done an incredible job."

Vet Becca, who treated Ducky, said: "He's a really lucky duck, as it was quite a big wound. When he first came in, he was understandably subdued and quiet but when he came back for his stitches to be taken out, he wanted to explore and tuck his head into everyone’s shoulders."

07/02/2024

Well done to the team at Vets4Pets Guildford who've been awarded a silver level certificate for being a rabbit-friendly clinic.

After head veterinary nurse Ella noticed that more customers were bringing in rabbits the practice took a series of steps to give them as stress-free an experience as possible. Ella, who also fosters rescue dogs in her spare time, said: "There was a long list of things that we needed to prove that we did from making sure the rabbits are kept separate from other animals and not booked in at the same time as barking dogs, to providing heated kennels for those who need to stay in, and using special equipment made especially for rabbits."

Practice manager Kevin said: "All of our vets have plenty of experience with rabbits we have some real rabbit geeks here, so it was a big thing to us. There are so many good people in this world and I'm so proud to be around them."

28/01/2024

Beautiful Bear was born deaf, so he's learned to follow his owner Lisa's visual commands.

Lisa, who shops at our Tamworth store – "it's my second home!" – got two-year-old Bear as a kitten and suspected he was deaf when he didn't respond to her voice. She had it confirmed by her vet soon after. She said: "He was very scatty, and scared of people he didn’t recognise. He wasn’t bothered by loud noises like my other cat Emily and when I came home from work he wouldn’t hear the door open.

"He's doing really well though. I try to do some sign language with him – I point at him and do a solid hand sign at him to stop. He picks up on vibrations and scents too. He meows, making a really loud chirping sound which I’ve never heard a cat do before, and he’s always rubbing his head against my legs and following me everywhere. I was advised not to let him out because he wouldn’t hear cars or other dangers, so he comes outside with me every morning to have a sniff around the garden and always comes straight back in." Bear and Lisa's other cat Emily are on Instagram as

27/01/2024

Ten-year-old Dutch rabbit Alfie has been visiting vet Kate at Vets4pets Wolverhampton for dental treatment for the last eight years – and she says he's such a loveable character that he's become "part of the family".

He's one of the oldest rabbits treated by Kate and the team, and she says his longevity is down to the care and love he gets from his owner Tracy and her family. Kate said: "Alfie is famous in this practice – everyone knows him. We and his family are dedicated to making sure her little old man is happy. The beautiful thing about being a vet or vet nurse is you build these relationships with the owners and their pets – they become your surrogate pets."

Tracy's been keeping rabbits all her life, and says that having space and routine is key. She said: "Alfie is an old man now and has a routine. He goes into a hutch at night and is let out in the morning. He's out all day and has his favourite spots in the house. We clean him out every day and give him a lot of attention. When he was younger he would follow us around; if I was clearing a cupboard out he would be in the cupboard to help. Now he's old and wants to be warm and watch instead. I can't thank Kate and the practice enough. Kate's been fantastic with him."

26/01/2024

Eight-year-old Winnie the Schnauzer cross is running around like a puppy again thanks to laser treatment and physiotherapy after two successful knee operations at Vets for Pets Basildon.

Worried owner Tracy brought Winnie in to the practice after she collapsed on a walk last year – and the team discovered the cruciate ligament in a knee had ruptured. She’s since had ops on two knees and is on a recovery plan led by vet physiotherapist Izzy.

Tracy said: "Winnie has had a tough year with 15 teeth removed, two cruciate ligament operations and two bouts of pancreatitis but thankfully she's hardy. She’s treated fabulously at the Basildon practice. Izzy is great with her – she totally relaxes in her hands and does little snores with her eyes open. Winnie has a new lease of life again and is running around like a puppy."

Izzy said: "When pets have surgery or injure themselves they move differently which causes them to be sore in other places. Winnie has laser therapy then a massage to help the healing process. Laser treatment is a specialist service that not enough people know about – it can help in so many ways after an operation.”

18/01/2024

Veterinary nurse Mel from Vets4Pets Bristol Longwell Green loves cats so much she's helped the practice make a number of improvements to give cats as stress-free an experience as possible when they're brought in.

Mel, who has an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour for Veterinary Professionals, helped introduce facilities like a separate feline waiting area and cattery and the use of quiet clippers – and the practice now has a silver level certificate for being a cat-friendly clinic. She said: "I love dogs but I'm really a cat person. Cats can be misunderstood which can lead to them having quite a stressful life, so if we can make things easier for them and help people understand what cats need then everyone will be happier.

"As animal lovers there's always more to learn and understand about what makes them happy. Enrichment at the home is important for a happy cat – and as cats are naturally solitary animals if you live in a multi-cat household it's important to understand what they need. The rule is to have a resource per cat, plus one spare. So if you have two cats you should have three feeding stations, three litter trays and three scratch posts spread around the house so they have the opportunity to move around to wherever they want to go. Scratching is as natural a thing for cats to do as going out hunting is, so if they're unable to go out it's about providing the chance for them to behave as naturally as possible."

07/01/2024

Four-year-old Sebastian the Jack Russell is back to his usual boisterous self after being treated at Vets4Pets Abingdon for a condition that was causing the knee caps on his back legs to dislocate when he walked.

The condition, known as medial patellar luxation, would cause him to hop or skip when exercising. It's quite common in terriers and small dog breeds, but Sebastian's case was quite severe and he was given surgery by orthopaedic surgeon Joe to deepen the groove his patella runs in on his right hind leg, and also to move and reattach his patellar tendon.

Sebastian is owned by practice vet Hannah who said: "After the operation he just wanted to get back to normal straight away but he couldn't ... and that's where we struggled. He wanted to be out and about, charging around and playing with his toys but he needed to rest." Hannah had to give him medication for six weeks to give his knees time to heal. She said: "He's absolutely fine now – he's fully recovered and running around like a lunatic again!"

05/01/2024

When 11-year-old lurcher Jess was brought into Vets for Pets Leeds Birstall 24/7 Small Animal Hospital on Christmas Eve feeling very poorly with pyometra – a life-threatening uterus infection – the team knew they had to act fast; so vet Emily and nurses JD and Hannah headed straight in to perform emergency surgery on her in the early hours of Christmas morning.

The operation went so well that by lunchtime nurse Krishna was able to call her owner Beth to say she was well enough to come home to recuperate – and Beth made the hour-long drive from her home in Keighley so she could bring Jess home before the family sat down for their Christmas dinner. Beth said: "It was a stressful start to Christmas, as we were worried about Jess because of her age and because she's never had anything wrong with her before. We're so grateful for everything – it was so nice of them to come in on Christmas Day to operate on her, to look after her so well and to get her home on top form. The vets were fantastic from start to finish. Jess is recovering nicely – you can see the happiness is back in her!"

Krishna said: "Our night team always do an amazing job, and performing serious surgery like that at that time of night and on Christmas Day of all days is just brilliant. Jess did amazingly well to bounce back so quickly, and it was amazing being able to call her owners to say that she could come home to spend Christmas with them. It's the sort of call we all love to make, but doing it on Christmas Day was extra nice."

03/01/2024

Six-foot-long boa constrictor Astrix was the centre of attention when he called in for a routine "top to tail" health check at Vets4Pets Penzance.

Astrix, who's four, is part of a menagerie of six snakes, bearded dragons and six dogs belonging to veterinary nurse Lowenna, who works at the practice, and her partner Mark. The team looked at Astrix's eyes and mouth and checked his breathing to rule out any respiratory infections and also checked his scales.

Lowenna said: "He got a clean bill of health, he was absolutely fine and everyone had a turn holding him. Asterix is quite reserved, a little bit shy usually. He did really well when he came in as everyone wanted to touch him and he was like 'okay I quite like the attention.' Astrix has got a lovely big set-up at home. He's quite a big boy, weighing in at nearly 10 kilos, so the vivarium is more than seven foot long. We have a reptile room and he has the run of it. He has a large bucket of water too if he ever wants to submerge himself."

02/01/2024

This brave girl is collie-cross Sherpa, who the team at Vets for Pets Livingston say was "impeccably calm" when she was rushed in for emergency injury after hurting her eye in a freak accident.

Sherpa's owner Caroline was taking Sherpa for a walk when Sherpa caught her eye on a stick as she went exploring a bush. She was quickly admitted into surgery where she received X-rays and, after a two-hour procedure by practice owner Dr Adam, aided by nurse Erin, the stick was removed. Adam said: "Sherpa was amazingly tolerant following an extremely random occurrence. It was astonishing." Sherpa didn't lose her sight and is now making a great recovery.

Caroline said: “We were suddenly thrown into the worst living nightmare, it was absolutely horrifying. It’s truly a miracle what Adam and the team achieved from the moment they answered our call for help. They gave us hope."

24/12/2023

This little Christmas cracker is Molly, who survived against the odds and gave birth to three premature puppies after being brought in to Vets for Pets Cirencester as a pregnant stray with severe injuries from a fight with other dogs.

Martina, who owns the practice, said: ”It was really touch and go and we thought Molly might not make it. The team treated mum first, got her on a drip and stabilised her before successfully managing to deliver the puppies – two boys and a girl – by caesarean section."

Molly, who's a Cairn Terrier, and her three pups are recovering well at home with Martina. “As they needed 24/7 care I took them home and emptied the whole spare bedroom so there was a nice, warm and comfortable quiet place for Molly and her puppies. I was attached to her for the first five days – my husband Matt even brought food up to the bedroom for me as I stayed there all the time. It was really hard work but it was all worth it. They’re absolute darlings and doing really well now – mum is already brave enough to go on dog walks.”

Martina says Molly will continue living with her in the future, and the puppies will be adopted when they are stronger.

19/12/2023

This beautiful buzzard is on the mend after undergoing surgery on a broken wing at Vets4Pets Newmarket after he was hit by a car.

A member of the public rescued the buzzard and brought him in to see if the team could help. After a successful operation and five days of recuperation he's ben taken to The Raptor Foundation rehabilitation centre to continue his recovery.

Practice manager Natalie said: "We put him under general anaesthetic and performed orthopaedic surgery. We'll see him again next month to see how he's progressing and then hopefully he'll be released back into the wild. We wish him a speedy recovery as he's such a handsome chap.”

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Inside Pets At Home, Woodbridge Road
Guildford
GU11EE

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm

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+443452668521

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