Baguley Veterinary Centre

21/08/2024

‼️ Due to technical issues, our phone system is not relaying our out of hours provider. If you need emergency help/advice please call Petmedics on 0161 794 4999. Apologies for any inconvenience caused ‼️

28/06/2024

Have you tried our new online booking system yet? Did you know you can also order repeat prescriptions here too? Link on our website.

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25/05/2024

* Bank Holiday Opening Hours*

Baguley Vets is now closed . Our Timperley branch will be closed after 4pm today. Baguley brach will re-open on Tuesday next week at 8.30am.

If you require emergency veterinary treatment during this time please contact
Vetsnow on 0161 222 6101 or
Pet Medics on 0161 794 4999

Have a lovely Bank Holiday weekend and let’s hope the sun shines ☀️

08/04/2024

We hope had a lovely weekend and managed to keep safe from the stormy weather!
There are a couple of exciting updates.
You are now able to book appointment online and order your pets repeat prescriptions through our website.
Please head to www.buchananvets.co.uk
We also have a half price microchip offer on for cats.
From 10 June 2024, cats in England will need to be microchipped and registered on a database by the time they're 20 weeks old.
These appointments can booked online or by calling the surgery.

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26/03/2024

Easter opening hours
Good Friday closed
Saturday 30th March 9-4.30pm Timperley branch open
Easter Sunday - closed
Easter Monday closed
Tuesday 2nd April Timperley Veterinary Centre branch opens at 8am, Baguley Veterinary Centre branch opens at 8.30am
If you need help or advice please call Petmedics on 0161 794 4999 or Vets Now Pet Emergency Hospital Manchester on 0161 222 0803

29/12/2023

️‼️From 1 February 2024 it will be a criminal offence to own an XL Bully dog in England and Wales unless your dog has a valid Certificate of Exemption. It costs £92.40 for an application to exempt a dog ‼️

✅️To keep an XL Bully Dog an have them exempt the dog must be.✅️

*microchipped
*neutered ( info below)
*kept on a lead and muzzled at all times when in public
*kept in a secure place so it cannot escape

Before you apply to exempt your dog you must :
* take out third party public liability insurance against your dog injuring other people.

You can get third party liability insurance through the dog trusts Companion Club for £25 a year (or £12.50 if you're over 60).

https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/support-us/membership

Your dog must be exempt before the 1st of February 2024 .

🔴APPLY FOR AN EXCEMPTION CERTIFICATE HERE 🔴

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-certificate-of-exemption-to-keep-an-xl-bully-dog

🐶 NEUTERING INFO 🐶

If your dog is less than 1 year old on 31 January 2024, it must be neutered by 31 December 2024

If your dog is older than 1 year old on 31 January 2024, it must be neutered by 30 June 2024

Use this GOV.UK service to apply for a Certificate of Exemption to keep XL Bully dogs.

04/09/2023

**IMPORTANT UPDATE PLEASE READ**

Last Friday on the 1st of September 2023 the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons issued a change to some of the guidelines on the dispensing of certain medications that may affect you. This is relevant for veterinary surgeons when we supply prescription-only medications. The new guidelines relate to controlled drugs, antibiotics, antifungals, anti parasitic (flea and worm treatment) and antiviral medications.

There is no change if you are in the clinic with the vet, but the rules have changed for dispensing repeat prescriptions on some medications.

We will do our very best so that the changes impact you as little as possible, however we have no option but to follow the rules set out by our governing body.

We thank you for your understanding as we expect there will be circumstances where clients are affected.

Thank you and best wishes

The Buchananvets team

12/06/2023

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Please be careful when visiting the practice today - the pavements are extremely hot already (we have done a palm test and was burning our hands so it will definitely hurt dogs paws!)

The building is nice and cool with aircon but if you have a dog who can't wait inside for any reason please call us when you arrive and wait in your car (only if you have aircon) and we will call you when ready so you can come straight in.

If you don't have a car or aircon in your vehicle when the dog is and can't wait inside then please consider rescheduling.

Thanks! Keep those pooches safe 🥰

05/12/2022

Now reunited - thank you 😁

STRAY DOG

Small male dog handed in to Baguley vets this morning.
Microchipped but details not up to date.
Please call the practice on 0161 945 0880 if you believe this may be your dog.

Proof of ownership will be required before the dog is released.

28/11/2022

We have had 8 no-shows so far today!

If you can't make your appointment, please please take a couple of minutes to let us know

We send out text reminders a few days in advance, so please make sure your mobile number is correct on your file so you receive these

We do have an answerphone service if you can't get through and can also be contacted via email at [email protected]

We have pets desperate to be seen who could have really benefitted from these appointments 😿

04/10/2022

** Rabbit Found ***
Rabbit brought in this morning found in woods close to surgery, chipped but details not up to date. Call for more details.

26/09/2022

⚠️ CLOSED TODAY FROM 3PM ⚠️

Unfortunately due to staff sickness we are closing the Baguley branch early today. We have no vet on site but one of our nurses will be there until 3pm if anyone is needing to collect medications. Alternatively we are back open tomorrow 8:30-2pm.

Apologies for any inconvenience.

16/09/2022

We will be closed from 6pm today and re-open on Tuesday 20th September.

If you have medication that needs collecting please get here before 6pm today or they will be available to collect from our Timperley branch tomorrow until 4pm.

If you require emergency treatment over the bank holiday please call Pet Medics on 0161 794 4999. Thank you!

11/08/2022

** Due to staff shortages we will be closing today at 6pm and re-opening on Monday 15th @ 8.30am. If you have medication that needs collecting please try and collect today otherwise they will be available to collect from our Timperley branch tomorrow from 8am. We apologise for any inconvenience this might cause **

17/07/2022

With temperatures expected to reach highs of 37°C next week, please only come to the practice if your appointment cannot be reasonably delayed, especially if your pet fits into one of these categories as the risk is far greater to them:
- brachycephalic breeds
- obese pets
- very young pets
- elderly pets

We do not have air conditioning at our Timperley branch, but we do have AC here at our Baguley branch 😊

As Red and Amber extreme heat warnings are announced across the UK, vets issue urgent advice on keeping pets safe from heat-related illnesses.

10/07/2022

How hot is too hot? 🤔 🤔

Remember to walk your dog either early in the morning, or late a night.

06/07/2022

The Baguley branch will be closing at 12 today.
Sorry for any inconvenience.
We will be back open at 8.30 Thursday morning.
Please call Timperley to speak to a member of the team 0161 980 3663.
Thanks

28/06/2022

Know how to keep them right.

https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/good-practice-code-for-the-welfare-of-rabbits/

27/06/2022

💕 ** MAGGIE IS HOME ** 💕

Maggie is 2 years old, quite small for her age and is long haired grey/brown with a white spot on her chest and abdomen. She is spayed, chipped and wearing a collar with a red bow on the side and contact details within an ID tag.

She was last seen 26th June around Inglesham close (near Baguley Hall) and she rarely leaves the garden/driveway.

16/06/2022

⚠️ LUNGWORM ⚠️

Scarily, we have had multiple confirmed cases of lungworm in some of our patients over the recent weeks. After checking the lungworm map (which can be found at lungworm.co.uk), we have discovered that the areas around Baguley appear to be a hot spot for this parasite.

Lungworm is a parasite found in slugs and snails that can affect dogs. This is very preventable with correct and regular worming treatment. Sadly, this parasite can be deadly if it’s not quickly identified and treated.

Do you know if your pet is covered for lungworm? Give the practice a call on 0161 945 0880 to check your pet is covered.

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13/06/2022

13/06/2022

⚠️❗CHANGE TO OPENING HOURS❗⚠️

From 1st July 2022 we are reducing our opening hours, and will now be open from 08:30-16:00.

This is not a decision that has been lightly and we are hopeful that this is only temporary.

Our Timperley branch will remain open from 08:00-19:00 if you need any assistance outside of these hours.

Thank you for your understanding 🥰

10/06/2022

Fun Friday fact!

Daily reminder that Turtles are not “inside” their shells. They *are* their shells.

A tortoise/turtle shell contains nerves that connect to its central nervous system. So they can feel pain and pleasure when their shells are touched, stroked, knocked, dropped, or injured.

Contrary to what many people believe the shell is an inseparable part of their anatomy, forming part of its skeletal structure. The ribs and spine are fused inside the shell and contain nerves connected to the nervous system.

Take away - be gentle with your tortoise and give their shell a stroke, they will probably enjoy it 🐢

Credit: Marie McVean

01/06/2022

Both branches are closed on Thursday and Friday for the Jubilee bank holidays.
Timperley is open 9am- 4pm Saturday and both branches reopen as normal on Monday.
Please call Pet medics or Vetsnow if you need to out of hours.

24/05/2022

🐥 BABY BIRDS 🐦

Found a baby bird? Follow this guide made by the RSPCA for advice on what to do 👇

We are able to assist with initial emergency treatment if the bird is injured, but as we are closed over night the bird would have a better chance of survival going to a wildlife centre, if you are able to take it to one. Our nearest wildlife centre is Lower Moss Wood, based in Knutsford.

If in doubt, please call us for advice on 0161 945 0880.

09/05/2022

⭐👩‍⚕️ Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month 👩‍⚕️⭐

Meet the nursing team!

We have a fairly large nursing team at Buchanan Vets, consisting of not only registered veterinary nurses (RVNs), but also student nurses, veterinary care assistants (VCAs) and even our practice manager! I'm sure you will see familiar faces in all of the photos, as most of our team work across both branches.

Katie Newport - Practice Manager & RVN
Jade Murphy - Head RVN
Lucy Davies - Senior RVN
Fliss Gaffney - Senior RVN
Cara Allinson - RVN
Chloe Cossey - RVN
Steph Moulson - Student VN (3rd year)
Ellie-Mae Condron - Student VN (1st year)
Torri Dale - Veterinary Care Assistant
Abi Brown - Veterinary Care Assistant

Keep an eye on our pages throughout May to learn more about our nurses and what they do!

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04/05/2022

⭐👩‍⚕️ Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month 👩‍⚕️⭐

Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are at the heartbeat of every veterinary practice. We are lucky to have a brilliant nursing team who carry out a wide range of jobs in the practice - the practice wouldn't function as well with out them!

Show your support for RVNs everywhere by sharing your experiences with how RVNs helped you.

Keep an eye on our pages throughout May to learn more about our nurses and what they do!

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Image credits: Lou The Vet Nurse

03/05/2022

🌈 deceased stray cat found 🌈

Sadly a member of the public has found a cat that has been hit by a car and is sadly deceased. They have kindly brought him to the vets so we can try and find his owner, but unfortunately he has no microchip or collar.

Found on Whythenshawe Road outside the Gardeners Arms at approximately 6pm

Black and white adult entire male.
Mostly black with white belly and white areas on legs and face.

Please contact us if you think this may be your cat.

17/04/2022

Happy Easter everybody!