White Lodge Vet Clinic - Companion Animal

24/10/2024

Are you a pre-existing client looking to get your bitch spayed?

On Monday we have a Laparoscopy training day from a visiting expert and are looking for ONE more un-neutered female of a least 15kg that is not too overweight and had their last season at least 3 months ago.

For context laparoscopic neutering involves making 2 small holes in the abdominal wall and removing just the ovaries with the use of a camera and instruments.

For your co-operating we will perform this for the same price as a conventional spay. Typically, a laparoscopic spay costs twice as much as the other method.

If you are interested, please call us 01643 703649 – option 1.

08/10/2024

We are looking for a part-time receptionist/office administrator to join our small animal team in Minehead and Williton

We’re seeking a confident and personable individual to join us - you’d be the first face that our clients and pets see, so it’s key you can provide a warm and friendly welcome.

No prior veterinary knowledge is necessary, full on-the-job training is provided as you go.
You will be required to work up to 3 days a week and 1 in 4 or 5 Saturday mornings.
Weekday hours are a 7.5 hour day, either: 8am - 4.30pm / 9am-5.30pm /9.30-6pm
Annual leave is 4 weeks (pro rata) + bank holidays

For more information, please apply with an up-to-date CV to: [email protected]

30/09/2024

🦢Don’t forget to register your birds by midnight tonight!! 🦅

🌟Attention ALL bird owners/keepers 🌟
🦚 In England and Wales you must register up 49 poultry or other kept birds by 1 October 2024
🐓This includes ANY birds you keep as pets (even just one duck for example)
🦃 You’re breaking the law if you do not register.
🦤 You do not need to register psittaciformes or passeriformes (such as budgies, parrots, cockatiels and finches) if they are both:
🦜Fully housed in a dwelling (your home or another indoor structure)
🐦‍🦢 Kept indoors at all times with no access to outdoor spaces
(🦩 It has been a legal requirement to register if you have over 50 birds for a while - this is a separate form though)
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/register-as-a-keeper-of-less-than-50-poultry-or-other-captive-birds

20/09/2024

UPDATE - We are pleased to report Cleo is now home safe and sound..

Please keep your eyes peeled for this escaped cat.

She broke free from her basket in the car park of our minehead clinic earlier today and legged it.

Please let us know if you sight her or are able to catch her. We obviously know her owner, who is rather worried.
01643 703649.

20/08/2024

🌟Attention ALL bird owners/keepers 🌟
🦚 In England and Wales you must register up 49 poultry or other kept birds by 1 October 2024
🐓This includes ANY birds you keep as pets (even just one duck for example)
🦃 You’re breaking the law if you do not register.
🦤 You do not need to register psittaciformes or passeriformes (such as budgies, parrots, cockatiels and finches) if they are both:
🦜Fully housed in a dwelling (your home or another indoor structure)
🐦‍🦢 Kept indoors at all times with no access to outdoor spaces
(🦩 It has been a legal requirement to register if you have over 50 birds for a while - this is a separate form though)
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/register-as-a-keeper-of-less-than-50-poultry-or-other-captive-birds

24/07/2024

Don’t forget it’s the fair today so traffic will be busy!! Leave extra time to get to appointments please and we recommend visiting the fair on your way home too! 🌟

23/07/2024

We received a client email this week, asking if we'd post this on their behalf.. We have to say, there appears to be no shortage of doggie treats in Molly's household!

'We wanted to say a massive thank you to the vets and staff at the Minehead branch who looked after Molly so well following her recent operation'.

'We would also like to thank the staff and vets at the Williton branch for Molly's post op care and support'.

'We would highly recommend White Lodge Vet Clinic for their expertise, professionalism and customer service!'

23/05/2024

UPDATE - Reunited with owner and now microchipped

Entire male collie found Elworthy area.

Please call us if he’s yours!

03/05/2024

Do you recognise this young female cat?
She was found in Luckwell bridge having been in the area for a week. No chip. Please contact the surgery if you have any information. 01643 703649

01/05/2024

We are looking for a full time receptionist/office administrator to join our small animal team in Minehead.

We’re seeking a confident and personable individual to join us - you’d be the first face that our clients and pets see, so it’s key you can provide a warm and friendly welcome.

No prior veterinary knowledge is necessary, full on-the-job training is provided as you go.

You will be required to work 5 days a week and 1 in 4 or 5 Saturday mornings.
Weekday hours are a 7.5 hour day, either: 8am - 4.30pm / 9am-5.30pm /9:30-6pm
Annual leave is 4 weeks + bank holidays

For more information please apply with an up to date CV to [email protected]

30/04/2024

Rabbit found in Butlins yesterday afternoon! 🎡
Please contact us with any information!
01643 703 649

23/04/2024

Please join us in congratulating two of our amazing vets who both completed marathons over the weekend.

Sonia, our companion animal vet, ran the London marathon in 3 hours 25 minutes and Charlotte, our equine vet, ran the Vienna marathon in 4 hours and 55 minutes.

Not only are they super vets they are super athletes too! 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️🏅🏅

17/04/2024

CAT FOUND
We have had this female ginger cat, in kittens, less than a year old handed in to us. Not microchipped.
📍Claydon Close, Washford

Please give us a call if you recognise her

03/04/2024

From the 10th June 2024, it will be a legal requirement in England to have your cat microchipped before the age of 20 weeks, so we are offering 20% off a microchip or a free microchip if we see your cat for a prescription check for flea/tick/worm treatment (ie. if they are not vaccinated and seen regularly).
If you miss the deadline, you’ll have 21 days to have one implanted or you may face a fine of up to £500.

Why should I microchip my cat?
Apart from it becoming law, it will ensure that if they are lost, stolen or injured, you have the best chance of being reunited with your cat.
This new law also applies to indoor cats- as they can just as easily get out a window or door.
Microchip cat flaps and food bowls are also becoming very popular and are useful to help restrict your cat’s diet or if they are on a special food.

01/04/2024

🌟 NEW SERVICE OFFERED 🌟

With an ever increasing workload, and the workforce shortage in vets, we’ve decided to launch a new service starting on Tuesday. 🧑‍🔬

🤖 We’ve had an AI ‘bot’ listening and watching the wonderful Simon White from his cupboard for the last two years, learning everything there is to know about vetting Simon style. With his instant access to Wikipedia/Dr Google, and Simon’s bedside manner and charm, we’re sure he'll provide excellent outcomes most of the time.

🤖 At the moment, ‘Sibot’ has only basic clinical skills, but we’re hoping to teach him surgery very soon. We’ll let you know when he’s training - cut price surgery will be available (discount will vary depend on current success rate).

🤖 A consultation with ‘Sibot’ will be cheaper than a real vet. He cannot see animals below 5kg currently, as he’s not quite as gentle as the real Simon. He also may not be suitable for those animals easily scared, or those with actual problems.

25/03/2024

Ferret found on the back road near Wiveliscombe/ Fitzhead

25/03/2024

OWNER NOW FOUND

Black male Labrador found on the road between Wiveliscombe and Raleigh’s cross this afternoon. Please give us a call if you recognise him