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With our passion for helping animals and our commitment to customer care, we are the team to trust when your animal becomes unwell.
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14/11/2024

✨️𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲✨️

In the past week, YuMOVE issued a warning about counterfeit products being sold online, including on Amazon:

💊Counterfeit products
Counterfeit YuMOVE products are being sold online. They are made to look similar to YuMOVE products, but have not been produced by YuMOVE's manufacturers or checked by their quality team. There have been a few cases of vomiting reported.

📣Amazon recall
Amazon has recalled and refunded all products recently bought from third-party sellers. Amazon should have contacted customers directly if they bought products from a third-party seller.

👍Genuine products
YuMOVE products purchased directly from yumove.co.uk, from a vet, or from retail partners are genuine. On Amazon, products are guaranteed to be genuine if they are dispatched from and sold by Amazon and not from a 3rd party.

🆘️ Support
Customers can contact YuMOVE's Customer Care Team by email at [email protected] for further support and information.

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13/11/2024

🐾An update from our pregnancy scan post a couple weeks ago🐾
The lovely Sadie gave birth to three beautiful puppies and is being such a lovely mum!🥰

11/11/2024

🕚 On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, millions of men laid down their guns, marking the end of WW1.

On this Armistice Day, we honour the sacrifices of those who served and remember the animals who stood by their side. From horses in the trenches to dogs on patrol, their bravery and loyalty are unforgettable. 🐾🇬🇧 Lest we forget. 🕊️

11/11/2024

😿 Please help us return Cookie home 😿

Lost Cat “Cookie”
Last seen on the afternoon of Friday 11 th October near her home at Christians River Farm. Our best guess
is the hedge cutting that was going on during the day may have spooked her, and she went further afield
than normal to avoid it, then perhaps became lost.
We had a possible sighting reported yesterday from the weekend of the 2 nd / 3 rd November. This was in the
Sandy Cross Lane, Mulberry Way area of Hailsham. She is quite flighty, shy and is unlikely to come when
called.
She may be using an outbuilding / shed / greenhouse as a night-time refuge. If you can check any outdoor
spaces where a frightened cat might hide away, it would be much appreciated.
Part of her neck fur (front right-hand side) will be shorter, where they shaved it during the last visit to the vet
about five weeks ago.
Any sightings or possible sightings please contact: David – 07986 105660 or Veronika – 07963 518603 at
Christians River Farm, thank you.
🌟 Please share... share.. share 🌟🙏

04/11/2024

💙Bud and Stanley💙

These two boys came in for procedures with us the other week aren’t they cute!🐾🥰
🐾The contrast between little and large dogs is always fun and we love seeing such the wide range of dogs registered with us❤️
🐾These two might be different in size, but both have such huge personalities.

01/11/2024

🎆🐾 Firework Safety Tips for Your Pets! 🐾🎆

As fireworks light up the sky, let's ensure our furry friends stay safe and calm. Here are some tips:

🛌 **Create a Safe Space:** Set up a cosy, quiet area for your pets to retreat to during fireworks.
🏡**Stay Indoors:** Keep pets inside to prevent them from running away or getting scared.
📻 **White Noise:** Play calming music or turn on the TV to help drown out the loud noises.
🧸 **Comfort Items:** Provide their favourite toys or blankets for added security.
🧘‍♀️**Stay Calm:** Pets can pick up on your anxiety, so stay relaxed and comforting.

Let's keep our beloved pets safe and happy this firework season! 🐶🐱✨

31/10/2024

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Safety Tips for Pets! 🐾

🍫 Keep Treats Out of Reach: Chocolate and sweets can be toxic to pets. Ensure all treats are stored safely away from their curious noses.
👻 Secure Decorations: Keep electrical cords and small decorations out of reach to prevent chewing hazards.
🚪Watch the door: With trick-or-treaters coming and going, make sure your pets don't dart outside.

🔕 Consider keeping them in a quiet room away from the commotion.

🆔️ ID Tags Ensure your pet's ID tags are up to date, just in case they manage to slip out.

🧘‍♀️Calm Environment: Create a safe, quiet space for pets who may be anxious with all the spooky excitement and think about using pet remedy or a calming supplement, such as Nutracalm.

Keep your furry friends safe, and have a fantastic Halloween! 🐶🐱👻

30/10/2024

🥳Great news—Jo is back 🥳

She’ll be easing in with reduced hours over the next few weeks after her spinal surgery.
We’re excited to have her back in the practice, although she's kept in close contact with us on the phone and on zoom whilst recovering!
We appreciate everyone’s support whilst she's been off
Welcome back, Jo! 🎉

29/10/2024

Happy National Cat Day! 🐾🎉

Today, let's celebrate in the most cat-friendly way possible:
- 🐈‍⬛️Safe Space:** Ensure your cat has a cozy, quiet place to retreat to.
- 😽Tasty Treats:** Spoil them with their favorite snacks, but keep it healthy.
- 😻Playtime:** Spend some quality time with interactive toys—anything that mimics hunting is a win.
- 🙀Grooming Session:** Give your kitty a gentle grooming, perfect for bonding and keeping their coat shiny.
- 🩺Vet Check-Up:** Keep their health in check with regular visits to the vet.

Here’s to our fabulous feline friends and all the joy they bring! 🐱💖

This gorgeous boy is staying with us post op after having a blocked bladder.
He's just enjoying a little lunchtime snack as it's national cat day. He also enjoyed a little groom out this morning too.

27/10/2024

🐈‍⬛️October the 27th is National Black Cat Day.🐈‍⬛️

Sadly, it is well known that back cats are often the ones overlooked, either from rehoming in the rescue centre or buying as a kitten. This is mainly due to the old superstition that black cats bring bad luck!

This is certainly not true, and here at Downwood Vets we love black cats.

Please comment below with photos of your beautiful black moggies.

Here is a picture of one of our nurses Rebecca’s two black feline friends, loving life.

25/10/2024

Some puppy love for your Friday🐾🥰

How exciting! A positive pregnancy scan means a litter of adorable puppies on the way.
🐾 Ultrasounds are a great way to check on a pregnant dog and ensure everything is progressing well
🐾 They can detect fetal heartbeats, movement, and even estimate the number of puppies
🐾 When having a litter of pups make sure the mother dog gets all the care she needs—good nutrition, regular vet check-ups, and a comfy, quiet place to rest🩺❤️

Ready for the pitter-patter of tiny paws?

23/10/2024

Meet 💎Diamond💎 who recently had a mass removal surgery with us and has recovered really well.
Would you believe she is 18 years old!! (88 in dog years) doesn’t she look amazing😍
Diamond has been a star patient and is always a joy when shes come in for her dressing changes!

21/10/2024

Meet Dave! A very cute 13 week old Jack Russel puppy who came in to see us today for his first vaccination!😍 after having his vaccine and being very brave he enjoyed some cuddles with our nurse Michelle🥰

🩺 Puppy’s have their first vaccine at 8 weeks and then their second vaccine at 12 weeks
🩺Our vaccinations cover distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus and leptospirosis 4.
🩺On our Pet Health Plan your first vaccination is covered and a discounted second vaccination

11/10/2024

🐱 FELINE FRIDAY🐱

How gorgeous are these boys and girls!! 😍

From left to right there is…
🩵 Blue point Siamese
🧡 Apricot point Siamese
💛 Tortoiseshell oriental
🤎 Bengal

08/10/2024

Sadly the time has come for Farrah to fly the nest after being a huge part of our Downwood family for the last 6 years.
She's been totally amazing and a total pleasure to work with.

Farrah has decided to pause her nursing career for now ( although you may see her occasionally helping us out, she wasn't ready to leave us completely and we weren't ready to lose her either 🥰) .

She has decided to go back to her 1st love of horses, which will give her more time to concentrate on building "Roxy' . Her home on wheels, so she can travell the world with her partner and their dogs!
Keep spreading those rainbows lovely 🌈, .
We will miss you loads.
Stay in contact 🥺

08/10/2024

⭐️RILEY⭐️

Cuteness overload!!🥹

Riley accidentally got his claw stuck in the skirting board and ripped his nail….ouchy!! 🥴

Upon examination, it was suspected that not only was it his claw, but the small bone at the end of his toe was also displaced… even more ouchy! 🫣

The x-rays confirmed this suspicion! So Riley was sedated and the toenail/small bone was removed, cleaned and the wound was sutured closed 🩹

Riley’s paw was then bandaged and he was sent home for lots of cuddles and TLC for being such a brave boy!! ❤️‍🩹

02/10/2024

🦜Do you own birds - even just a few?🐔

❓️Did you know that you need to register? Anyone who keeps birds must register them with the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA). The law applies to all birdkeepers, whether it’s a large commercial farm or someone with a single bird. Previous registration was only required for keepers of more than 50 birds.
📆 From 1st October 2024

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/register-as-a-keeper-of-less-than-50-poultry-or-other-captive-birds #:~:text=It's%20a%20legal%20requirement%20to,where%20the%20birds%20are%20kept.

30/09/2024

🐹PEARL🐹

Pearl came into us as her owner had noticed she had a cloudy eye after recently removing a grass seed. Her owner also noticed a lump on her chest, which the vet suspected to be an abscess. 👀

The vet was able to provide some medication for her eye but surgery was required for removal of the abscess. 💉

We are very happy to report that the surgery went well, and after a few days of TLC she has recovered nicely and is now back with her friend. 🥰

By performing regular checks, either at home or at the vets, we can keep our furry friends happy and healthy. 💪

Here is pearl enjoying some guinea pig burrito time 🩷

Address

6-8 High Street
Heathfield
TN210EJ

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 6:30pm
Thursday	9am - 6:30pm
Friday	9am - 6:30pm
Saturday	9am - 11:30am

Telephone

+441435812152

Website

https://linktr.ee/downwoodvets

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They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks…but what about cats? 🐱 🤔 Because, gorgeous Harry, at the ripe age of 18, has recently learnt to walk on a harness!! 🌟 Harry is one of our senior patients who has monthly injections to help with his arthritis…the injections have allowed him to be comfortable when wandering around the garden, which he absolutely loves!!🪴🐾

A little something to make you smile on a Thursday afternoon…. ‘Speedy’ enjoying a nibble on some cucumber🐢 🥒 😃 #tortoise #downwoodvets #ringmervets #horamvets #independentvets

🌟 THANK YOU 🌟 A huge thank you to everyone who came to see us at the Horam fun day 🎉 It was so lovely to see so many faces, old and new, getting their photos taken and having a splash in the pool 💦 📸 We hope you enjoyed it and much as we did 😃 #selfpawtrait #downwoodvets #horamvets #ringmervets

🐰HAPPY TUESDAY🐰 Milo’s owner managed to catch him ‘binkying’ on camera 📸 Binkying is when your rabbit jumps in the air and twists. This is great behaviour for owners to see and shows that Milo is feeling very happy and playful 🤪 🩵 #happytuesday #DVC #horamvets #ringmervets

🐰Rabbit Awareness Week 24-28th June🐰 Over the next week we will be discussing all things Rabbit…from diet, behaviour, environment and companionship 🫶🏼 Keep an eye out for a our posts, fun facts and photos of the gorgeous bunnies we get to look after here at Downwood 🐰 #rabbitawarenessweek

🐱FELINE HYPETENSION MONTH🐱

🐱FELINE HYPERTENSION MONTH🐱

🐱FELINE HYPERTENSION AWARENESS MONTH🐱

🔎GUESS WHO🔎 Can you guess what our student nurse Rumer is looking at under the microscope…. Fun fact: They can jump as high as 8” vertically, which is 150 times their own height 😱 #downwoodvets

🐾HANK🐾 Hank was booked in at our Ringmer branch today for investigations including an ultrasound scan and blood test 🩸 His mum brought in with him this morning his special hypoallergenic diet and favourite bowls for us to give him so lunch 🥪 Hank is a super speedy eater so his food is put in the ramekin to help slow him down and encourages him to work for his food by sniffing it out and moving the bowl with his nose 😋 He has been a super brave boy today and very much enjoyed his well deserved lunch 🤩 #downwoodvets #ringmervets #horamvets #DVC #independent