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A friendly, caring, independent practice, offering modern veterinary facilities & services available in Malmesbury, Tetbury, Royal Wootton Bassett and Nailsworth. As part of our commitment to provide the highest standard of animal healthcare, advice and treatment, we offer many facilities which include:
24 hour emergency cover
Qualified veterinary nursing staff living on the premises (an
important factor in maintaining our Hospital status)
Two fully equipped operating theatres with modern anaesthetic equipment
Heated wards and comfortable hospitalisation facilities
A separate Isolation Ward
Separate cat and dog hospital wards (and waiting areas at the Hospital)
Specialist diagnostics, including digital radiography, ECG recording, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, ultrasound and blood pressure monitoring. Modern equipment to provide full dental treatments
On-site laboratory which produces high quality results quickly
Computerised client records and fully itemised invoices
Advice freely available on feeding, breeding, worming and all aspects of general pet care, including a regular Well Pet Clinic run by our excellent nursing staff
Regular Puppy Parties to enable early and successful puppy socialisation
Pampered Puppies club which follows on from the puppy vaccinations and includes free monthly veterinary examinations
Animal Health Certificates
Today is National Pet Bird Day! 🦜
Today is the day to highlight the joy of owning birds and celebrate our feathered friends who bring joy, songs and colour into our lives 🦜
Birds are highly intelligent and excellent mimics and build an important unique bond with their owners. Together let’s make this day special for our feathered friends 💛
Just a reminder about our Senior cat clinics our nurses are currently running ⬇️🐈
As your cat gets a little older, this is a great way for them to have an ‘MOT’ check with us 🤓🩺
For cats 7 years + 🐾
Today is .
Did you know that vets are four times more likely to take their lives than the general population?
We get into this career because of our love for animals. We love our work but it doesn’t stop it from being challenging, stressful and difficult.
We care deeply about our patients and we want to help them with the hope to send them home with their owners. Sometimes it’s not possible and we are there to give them a respectful end to their life.
We see and experience death often daily and become so attached to our patients ❤️ We work long hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to provide care to all furry friends. It’s a rewarding career but can be tough at times.
If you are a veterinary professional, student or non-clinical worker who is struggling, please contact Vetlife.
Please be kind to your vet staff, you never know how much they needed your kindness that day 💚
⭐️STRAY RABBIT FOUND IN TETBURY⭐️
Please contact us on 01666 823165 if you are the owners.
Today is National Pet Memorial Day 🌈🐾
Pets play an important part in our lives, they are not only companions but also a part of the family too 🐱🐶🐰
Today offers a special opportunity to remember and celebrate the life of a beloved pet. We would love to see some photos of happy memories you have shared with your pets ❤️
If you are struggling with a loss, please visit the website below for some guidance on pet bereavement.
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-bereavement-and-pet-loss
Do you like travelling? A bit of "me" time? Here's a role which suits those who would like to make an important contribution to several of our teams and also to our clients. Our team of van drivers cover a lot of miles in a day visiting our own clinics as well as other veterinary practices and some farms. You get to see the countryside and country lanes as well as the main roads.
The day can be varied, and subject to change if the roads become congested or closed, so we seek someone who can plan routes but also adapt if things change. You may someone who is looking for a couple of days every week and who would enjoy travelling around the countryside in this lovely part of the world. Please share.
❗️WARNING - Scenes of surgery (look away now if you’re squeamish)❗️
Storm 🐈⬛
Storm was admitted this week for a general anaesthetic stitch up after he returned back home with a 2 inch wound on the left side of his chest.
While Storm was under general anaesthetic we were able to give the wound a debride, clean, and flush and then sutured the skin together.
He is currently recovering well at home with antibiotics, pain relief and strict rest. He is not sure how he feels about the buster collar though 🤨
Well done for being so brave Storm 💙
Royal Wootton Bassett Pet of the Month - Nunu 🐈
Triaditis is not a singular illness, but a combination of three separate illnesses that frequently occur together.
It can be serious condition but is usually treatable. Nunu has been very brave with his ongoing blood tests and check-ups 💙
Tetbury Pet of the Month - Peggy Sue 😻
Did you know cats with diabetes most commonly suffer from the type 2 form of the disease? It is also the second most common endocrine disease in cats 🐈
Ben 🐈⬛
Ben was at our Malmesbury hospital yesterday for a dental with X-rays.
He was diagnosed with Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions. This is when cells called odontoclasts destroy the tooth’s surface, this starts beneath the gum line and gradually dissolves the root of the affected tooth. The disease continues inside the tooth to the crown, leaving the pulp cavity exposed leading to pain and sensitivity.
Here in the x-ray taken you can see Ben’s lower left canine is effected so was extracted. He had the rest of his teeth scaled and polished while under anaesthetic and is now recovering at home 🐈⬛🦷
Well done Ben for being so brave 💙
Just a reminder that the roads are closing in the town centre in Malmesbury today between 5pm and 8pm for the carnival, so please bear this in mind if travelling to us later on today!
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Today is International Dog Day 🐶🐕
This is the day where we are celebrating pooches of all shapes and sizes.
There are so many dogs that need to be rescued each year. We also want to acknowledge family dogs and dogs that work each day to save lives, keep us safe and bring us all comfort 🐾
Drop us a photo of your dog below to mark International Dog Day ⬇️❤️
Congratulations to our three Student Veterinary Nurses for passing their written exams this week 😃🎉
We are very proud of their achievements and are excited to see them progress to the next stage of their qualifications 😇
Today is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day 🐈
This is the perfect opportunity to schedule your pets checkup. Ongoing regular check-ups are important for your cat and can help detect signs of early illness or disease. Catching these signs early is the best way to help your cat live a long, healthy life.
Reasons why to visit the Vet:
🐱Cats are very good at hiding signs of pain or illness. The Vet may be able to detect any abnormalities before the problems advance or become difficult to treat.
🦷Dental checks - Peridontal disease is considered the most common disease in cats. During your cat’s visit we can discuss your cats dental care and give advice on how to keep your pets teeth clean.
💉Annual vaccinations - Vaccinate your cat to help prevent them from getting any infectious diseases.
🪱 Flea/worming treatment - Prevent your cat from having internal/external parasites.
⚖️Checking your cat’s weight - This can be checked at each visit and provide information to help keep your cat an ideal weight. Obesity can put your cat at risk for diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease and more.
Tips on how to make your cats visit as stress-free as possible:
🐈 Spray their carrier with a feline pheromone spray. Spray or wipe it on the carrier or bedding for 30 minutes before placing your cat inside and heading to the appointment.
🐈Place familiar bedding/towels in the carrier as bedding with your scent on can make them feel more secure in their carrier.
🐈Jot down questions or changes you’ve noticed since your last visit. Things such as eating habits, weight, activity level or unusual behaviour are important to monitor and discuss with the Vet.
🐈Cover the carrier with a blanket while you’re in the car and waiting room. It can be scary for cats to see out of their carrier, especially in a waiting room full of people and other animals.
🐈When you arrive at the vets place your cat’s carrier up high as they can feel very vulnerable when on the floor. Don’t forget to sit in the cat-only waiting area away from any dogs.
👩🏻⚕️Don’t forget we are now running Senior cat clinics with our Registered Vet Nurses. To find out more please give us a call 😊
Opportunities to work within The George Equine Vets are few and far between. Here is an administrative opportunity for you to consider or share!
Ticks🪳
Ticks are small parasites that feed on the blood of mammals. They are most active in the warmer months and are commonly found in long grass, woodlands and areas with lots of wildlife. If you find a tick on your dog, it is important to remove it quickly and correctly.
Removing the tick:
- Use a tick removing tool and twist the tick off. Make sure not to squeeze the tick’s body or leave the head in as this can increase the chance of your pet getting a disease. If you’re unsure how to remove a tick, speak to your vet first.
How to prevent your dog from ticks:
- Avoid places known for ticks 🌱🌳🌿
- Check your pet regularly after walks 🐶
- Give regular parasite treatment to your pet 🦠
⭐️Royal Wootton Bassett Pet of the Month - Dinkie ⭐️
Dinkie has a history of eye problems, she has had one eye removed and comes in regularly for checks of the other eye.
This doesn’t stop Dinkie living her best life at 16 years old 🥰
Nailsworth Pet of the Month - Ralph 🐶
Ralph has been popping in and building his confidence with us at Nailsworth 💙
🐾Tetbury Pet of the Month 🐾
Grass seeds are very common around this time of year, they might look small and harmless but in the wrong place they can cause severe irritation.
Here are a few things you can do at to protect your dog from grass seeds:
🌱Check your dog over after every walk. Removing seeds early before they get lodged deeper into the fur is much easier.
🌱Keep the hair around your dog’s ears and paws short to minimise the risk of grass seeds getting stuck in their fur
🌱Try to avoid grassy areas with abundant grass seeds
Today we are celebrating International Cat Day 🥳🎉🐱
Today is a great day to announce that we have achieved a Silver Level Cat Friendly Certificate from the International Society of Feline Medicine 🤩🩶
The ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation is an internationally recognised award. This means we have met the criteria required to help reduce stress for cats during their stay with us and aim to promote high standards of care for your cat.
What does this mean for you and your cat? 🐈
✔️ Gentle handling - our staff are trained to handle your pet respectfully and gently
✔️ Cat Only Waiting Area - There are raised areas on which to place your cat carrier which will be away from areas where other animals may be waiting. There is also a visual barrier to give the cats an extra sense of security.
✔️ The use of feline pheromone diffusers in our cat waiting area and cattery to help calm and reassure your cat
✔️ A range of equipment such as blood pressure monitors and cat specific weighing scales to provide a high level of care to our feline patients
✔️Dedicated Cat Ward - We provide comfortable, soft bedding and hide boxes to allow your cat privacy during their stay with us. The ward also has dimmable lighting and a radio to help have a calming effect for your cat.
✔️Advanced facilities - for surgery, dentistry, lab testing and diagnostic imaging are available to allow procedures to be performed to a high standard of care for feline patients
⭐️Small Animal August Newsletter⭐️
We are now running Senior cat clinics at our hospital and across all of our branches 🤩🐈
These appointments are nurse led and will include a full physical examination, a blood pressure check and a urine test (specific cat litter will be provided for this).
Please read below for more information ⬇️
Rolo patiently waiting for his blood test today 💙
Unfortunately we need to readvertise, owing to a withdrawal by our successful appointee before their start date. It happens! Fortunately though, this is for an additional position as we continue to progress our service provision to our clients. We are not replacing anyone leaving.
For more information please visit our page https://www.georgevetgroup.co.uk/current-opportunities/
Please share with anyone you feel would be interested.
We had a visit from Willow this afternoon at Tetbury 🐶🎀
Willow came in for a health check and gravy bones and is due to come back in the next few weeks for her 2nd vaccination.
We will then continue to see Willow every month for a puppy check with our Registered Vet Nurses 🐾
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Do you like travelling? A bit of "me" time? Here's a role which suits those who would like to make an important contribution to several of our teams and also to our clients. Our team of van drivers cover a lot of miles in a day visiting our own clinics as well as other veterinary practices and some farms. You get to see the countryside and country lanes as well as the main roads. The day can be varied, and subject to change if the roads become congested or closed, so we seek someone who can plan routes but also adapt if things change. You may someone who is looking for a couple of days every week and who would enjoy travelling around the countryside in this lovely part of the world. Please share.
Unfortunately we need to readvertise, owing to a withdrawal by our successful appointee before their start date. It happens! Fortunately though, this is for an additional position as we continue to progress our service provision to our clients. We are not replacing anyone leaving. For more information please visit our page https://www.georgevetgroup.co.uk/current-opportunities/ Please share with anyone you feel would be interested.
Here's a role that receives a lot of interest when an opportunity becomes available. With Libby soon to enrol and begin her student journey as a trainee nurse, we have an opportunity in the team. Head to https://www.georgevetgroup.co.uk/current-opportunities/ for more information. Note the closing date is 7th June and all applications with CV and cover letter to Emily Oswald - details on our page. Please share!
Eating is the best part of the day! 😍
A New Year is just around the corner and it presents a new opportunity for someone to join our growing client care team. This is a part-time role to suit someone seeking up to 25 hours. https://www.georgevetgroup.co.uk/current-opportunities/ for further details. Come and join us, or present this gift to someone by way of sharing. Please note that our rota covers more than one location.
A brand new role within the Operations teams at The George Veterinary Group. Full details on our opportunities page. #MalmesburyJobs #customerservicejobs
Find out more on our website page - Part time admin opportunity in Malmesbury
Come and join us as we continue to grow.#MalmesburyJobs #joinourteam #wiltshirejobs
This one will be popular and attracts many applications each time the opportunity arises.
One day a week for a driver; a part-time opportunity.
If you know an RVN who is looking for a change of scenery and would like opportunities to grow within an independent veterinary hospital then please share this. Ideally, we are looking to fill a full-time role, but there may be options for part-time applicants too. More information available on our "Join Our Team" page. If you would would like to discuss this further, then please call Emily Oswald on 01666 823165.
Go to our web page for more opportunities with The George
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