Castle Vets Pets -Launceston & Liskeard

20/02/2025

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

18/02/2025

Here at Castle Vets, we understand the importance of Dental hygiene within our pets. Poor Dental hygiene can lead to Dental disease which if left untreated can cause an overload of bacteria within the blood stream causing damage to internal organs such as the kidneys and heart.

To help with detecting dental disease as early as possible we offer complementary ‘mouth clean and screen’ checks with our nurses who can assess your pet’s teeth and create a dental care plan. If necessary, they will then book them in for a ‘Mouth Clean and Screen’, with our dedicated dental nurses Sophie and Olivia. They will admit your pet on the morning of their appointment, clean your pet’s teeth and take full mouth x-rays under General anaesthetic so we can then assess if you pet needs any teeth extracting. Sophie and Olivia can answer any questions you may have at the discharge appointment. Following this procedure, together they will create a dental care plan that suits you and your pet, as well as regular dental checks, to help maintain your pet’s new smile!

Check out the before and after photos below which show one of our patient’s teeth pre and post Mouth Clean and Screen. If you would like to book your pet in for a Mouth Clean and Screen check or for more information regarding this service, please give our reception team a call.

14/02/2025

❤️🩷🐶❤️ PUPPY LOVE ❤️🩷🐶❤️

As today is Valentine's Day we are sharing the love with some gorgeous puppy pictures. The beautiful pups pictured below all belong to members of the Castle Vets team.

If you are the lucky owner of a new puppy, have you thought about bringing them along to our Puppy Pre-School Classes? Please watch the video below for more information. Bookings can be made by contacting a member of the reception team and don’t forget we host Puppy Pre-School at our Launceston and Liskeard practices.

12/02/2025

Last week our lovely Liskeard nurse Sarah did a talk at Duloe WI titled ‘Pet Dental Care Explained’. She discussed what happens as dental disease progresses, when we recommend dental procedures and why, what we do when your pet is under anaesthetic, and of course, how to avoid or delay the need for dental procedures with effective dental home care.

The pictures below show Sarah explaining the ‘Mouth Clean & Screen’ procedure and how we have no idea what problems are lurking below the gumline until we see the x-rays.

11/02/2025

As we continue to celebrate PET DENTAL HEALTH MONTH we thought we would share some tips on how to clean your dog's teeth at home. However, if you are struggling to clean your dog's teeth or have any concerns regarding the oral health of your pet, our nurses can help. If you would like to make an appointment with one of our nurses, please call a member of the reception team.

06/02/2025

06/02/2025

Lambing 2025 has begun 🐑

Please remember we offer a 24hr Emergency service!

We have lambing facilities at our Launceston and Liskeard branches if you wish to bring them to us!
Call our office on: 01566 772371☎️

Please tag us, we would love to see some of your lambing pictures📸🐑

05/02/2025

Bad teeth, gum disease and poor dental health are common issues for our pets. If left untreated these dental problems can lead to discomfort, pain and even serious health issues, but how can you prevent them and what are the signs and symptoms to look out for. Watch this video for more information 👇

02/02/2025

Happy National Hedgehog Day!! 🦔🦔🦔

Hedgehogs are regularly brought to the practice by members of the public and once they have received necessary treatment from us, they are then handed over to the care of Prickles & Paws Hedgehog Rescue. At Prickles & Paws the hedgehogs continue their rehabilitation until they are well enough to be released back to their natural habitat. Prickles & Paws recently shared data showing the top causes for admission in 2024. While accidents do happen, it is sad to see so many dog attacks, injury and entanglement cases. Prickles & Paws hope that by sharing this data and spreading awareness these types of admissions can be reduced. Head over to https://www.pricklesandpaws.org to learn more about this fantastic charity and everything they do to help our favourite prickly mammals.

01/02/2025

February marks Pet Dental Health Month, a perfect opportunity to raise awareness on the importance of oral hygiene for our furry friends. Throughout the month we will be sharing information about how you can maintain your pet’s dental health at home and how our ‘Mouth Clean and Screen’ service can help detect dental disease as early as possible along with many other benefits. 🦷🦷

31/01/2025

COVER PHOTO COMPETITION WINNER 🥇

Congratulations Zoey Bailey, your photo has been chosen as the winner of our Facebook cover photo competition! The picture of your gorgeous dog having a stroll up to Cheesewring will be our cover photo throughout February. 🥳🏆🎉💚

22/01/2025

At Castle Vets we have an incredible team of very experienced and skilled Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs). Their wealth of knowledge and expertise equips them perfectly to advise and guide you in doing the best for your pets. There are lots of issues, check ups and routine husbandry procedures that can be carried out by one of our RVNs in a consultation.

17/01/2025

💚 January - Walk your dog month 💚

We have loved seeing pictures of your dogs out on their January walks, please keep them coming in... our favourite will be used as February's cover photo 💚💚

Todays Tip 🐾💚👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🐶🦮🌿🌳

14/01/2025

**PART TIME RECEPTIONISTS NEEDED at LAUNCESTON**
We have a part-time vacancy within our Small Animal Reception Team Castle Vets at Launceston.
We are a large independent mixed animal practice, looking for a new member to join our team providing customer facing support within the practice, to help us to deliver an efficient, professional and caring veterinary service to the local community.
You would be working with our wonderful, highly experienced team of receptionists so that our practice continues to provide an excellent service to our clients and their pets providing the important link between our clients and our clinical team.
The successful candidates must have a minimum of 2 years working in a fast pace reception role and have good attention to detail and can deliver a high level of customer service to our clients.
A good sense of humour is a must for anyone wanting to join our friendly and wonderful team along with flexibility and a love of cakes !!
The position will be 3 days per week, Monday - Wednesday working an 8 hour shift each day, been 9.30am - 6.30pm or 9.45am - 6.45pm and have flexibility to cover holiday/sickness leave on additional days and Saturdays (8.30am - 3.00pm)
Benefits included in your package: 5.6 weeks holiday inc bank holidays (pro rota) , free parking, cycle 2 work scheme, auto enrolment pension.
After a successful probation period you will receive staff discount on services and an improved sick leave policy.
If you would like to apply for this position please email the practice along with your cv to [email protected]
CLOSING DATE: 31st January 2025. All applicants will be contacted shortly after this date. thank you
No agencies please.