Medivet Bloomsbury

08/06/2022

This month we are putting the Eye in Pride. Eyes come in the full rainbow of colours all decided by the amount of melanin produced in the iris. However these red eyes belong to albino animals that do not produce any pigment at all. Instead the iris is translucent allowing the red from the blood vessels to show through.

01/06/2022

This month we will be putting the EYE in PRIDE by joining the LGBTQI+ community in celebrating love in all its forms. We recognise all genders, respect all relationships and look forward to the end of all forms of discrimination.

08/04/2022

Friday is Eye-day! Have you noticed how some animals appear to have glow in the dark eyes? What you are actually seeing is the reflection of light hitting the tapetum lucidum layer in the eye. This internal reflection allows any small amount of light in the environment to to maximised and therefore increasing their ability to see at low light levels.

01/04/2022

Friday is Eye-day! One of the commonest problems we see at the clinic is entropian, This is a congenital problem where the eyelids roll inwards, causing the lashes to scratch the surface of the eye. This is extremely painful and needs to be surgically corrected.
Entropian is rarely seen in cats and most often in dog breeds with facial skin folds such as shar-pei and bulldogs,

23/03/2022

The clinic is closed today, apologises for any inconvenience. We are in Manchester attending BrAVO - the British Association of Veterinary Ophthalmologists - conference. We will be pleased to see you next week.

18/03/2022

We are back with the latest Friday is Eyeday, I know you missed us!!
The surface of the eye is called the cornea. It plays a similar role to skin on the rest of our body, providing a water tight, protective layer that keeps out bacteria and prevents dehydration.
Just like our skin, the cornea can heal itself after injury, but how can we protect the eye while it heals? In some cases we can place a plain contact lens on the eye to act as a bandage!!

31/01/2022

Lilly decided she was happier relaxing in the office after her exam, rather than her kennel. We do try to keep our customers happy.

28/01/2022

Friday is Eye-day! One of the very first patients we saw at the clinic this week was Clover, a geriatric rabbit that lives with our Head Nurse Liz.
Clover has blocked tear ducts, a common problem with rabbits. This can lead to discomfort and infection if not treated. Fortunately Clover’s eyes were otherwise healthy and Liz can manage her ongoing treatment at home. Good luck Clover 🤞🐰

24/01/2022

We are open!!🥳🥳 Christopher, our amazing receptionist, is excited to meet all the new clients and their pets. Come in and say ‘hello’.

21/01/2022

Friday is Eye-day! Our friends at Mimi’s Rodent Rescue posted a video this week of a rat ‘boggling’. Although it can look quite alarming, it is actually a sign that your rat is very happy and relaxed. Chilled out rats grind their front teeth, called bruxing, which can lead to boggling if very enthusiastic. Just like hamsters and pugs the eyes sit very shallow in the skull so movements in the jaw can result in moving the eyes!

19/01/2022

Today we took delivery of two very different types of oxygen generator.

14/01/2022

Friday is Eye-day! Today we are talking cataracts. Just like people, cloudy deposits solidify in the eye as part of the aging process. Sadly they can not be prevented and eventually lead to sight loss. As they develop slowly many pets cope amazingly well with reduced vision. Cataracts can be removed only at specialist referral centres, which we will be happy to organise for your pet.

11/01/2022

Things are getting exciting at Medivet Bloomsbury Eye Clinic, we are opening in just two weeks!! Still lots to do, but I’m sure you will agree the most important equipment has arrived 🤣🤣

07/01/2022

Friday is Eye-day! Not just windows to the soul, eyes can actually let us take a look at the health of the body too. Conditions like high blood pressure cause physical changes to the blood vessels that can be seen when a vet looks into the eyes.

06/01/2022

Really pleased to be able to start the New Year off by making a huge donation of prescription food to Celia Hammond Animal Trust.

31/12/2021

Last Friday is Eye-day of the year. Wishing a happy and healthy New Year to all our clients and pets. Here’s looking forward to meeting you and your pets in paw-son very soon.

24/12/2021

Today is a special festive ‘ Friday is Eye-day’ to wish everyone and your pets a very merry Christmas and safe New Year.
Many eye issues can need urgent eye treatment, so remember Medivet 24 hour Kensington will be open all through the holiday period for any emergencies you may have.

20/12/2021

🎼5 weeks to go! 4 collie birds, 3 French hens, 2 turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree 😃

17/12/2021

Friday is Eye-day! Tears are made up of water, proteins, fats and electrolytes. They play an essential role in protecting the eye from drying out and washing away debris. Tear staining is usually only a cosmetic problem, but contact your vet about any new eye discharge. Remember to never use harsh cleaners near the eyes as this can be very dangerous.

13/12/2021

13/12/2021

13/12/2021

Just 6 weeks now! No, not until Santa calls,- until Bloomsbury Eye Clinic opens. Appointments from Monday 24th January 2022.

10/12/2021

Friday is Eye-day! This week we are looking at eyelashes.
This camel has no need for falsies! They would make a drag queen proud. Eye lashes have an important role in protecting the delicate surface of the eye from dust and debris. This is why you will see many of the worlds most spectacular eye lashes on animals living in deserts or areas that have a dry season such as elephants and antelopes.

08/12/2021

Welcome to Medivet Bloomsbury Eye Clinic! As the name suggests we offer something a little different to other vet practices as we are all about healthy eyes.
So whether your pet has a diagnosed eye condition or if you have noticed something yourself that you would like checked out we would be more than happy to take a look.

07/12/2021

Keep your EYES open, something new is coming to Medivet Bloomsbury.