Ash Tree Veterinary Centre

21/08/2024

Meet Maz...

Maz comes to the practice most weeks to have some laser treatment with Sam as part of a multi model approach to pain relief for his arthritis.

Unfortunately, recently he obtained suspected septic arthritis of his carpus. The cause for this was unknown, but symptoms included a very swollen leg, very painful to walk on, not wanting to eat, and generally just feeling very sorry for himself.

Maz is a very sociable boy with a busy social calendar, so he did not let this deter him from attending a BBQ in his new dapper bow tie and collar!

We think you look fab Maz, and hope you had a great time now you are starting to feel a little better 💚

20/08/2024

We have sadly had a deceased black and white cat brought into the practice this afternoon, which was found in Kentford.
If you think this may be your cat then please call us on 01638 554477.

19/08/2024

Don't forget that Bank Holiday weekend is approaching and we will be closed on Monday 26th August.

If your pet is on any long term medication and you need to place a repeat order, please do so before Thursday 22nd so we can ensure it will be ordered and ready to collect before the weekend 😀

17/08/2024

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14/08/2024

Arlo just couldn't help get involved in all the conversations at the reception desk! We were talking about him after all!

12/08/2024

This is the beautiful Fifi, she was so chilled for her first vaccinations recently, and very much enjoyed the attention! 💚

10/08/2024

Bee and Wasp stings

From early spring to late Autumn your dog could be at risk of being stung.

Signs of being stung include:
🐝limping
🐝chewing or licking excessively
🐝pawing at their face
🐝smacking their lips
🐝drooling
🐝localised swelling
🐝whining and/or panting
🐝struggling to breath

If you suspect a Sting, check to see if there is a stinger still in place. Bees leave their stingers behind whereas wasps and hornets do not. Bee stings continue to inject venom for a while after they enter the skin so removing them ASAP can help.

If you think they have been stung on the face, monitor very carefully for any signs of trouble breathing and contact the vet immediately for advice.

09/08/2024

Susie here wishes everyone a lovely weekend 💚

05/08/2024

Stella was making herself at home in the consult room whilst having her pre anaesthetic health check before her dental procedure. She was an absolute super star! 💚

02/08/2024

What a dude! 💚

01/08/2024

Poor James here has been struggling on and off with his a**l glands, so he stayed with us for the day recently so we could sedate him to give the glands a good flush and to place antibiotics directly into them to hopefully make him a lot more comfortable!

Isn't he just adorable? 💚

30/07/2024

I think we have all been there with trying to medicate our cats! Anyone have any handy tips to pill your cat?

29/07/2024

Louis stayed in for the day recently as he required a dental. He ended up needing quite a few teeth removing, which probably is why I couldn't get him to smile for his photo. I can promise you though he was loving all the cuddles and the tail was always wagging, and we think he is utterly adorable! 💚

26/07/2024

George here has been struggling with her ears due to allergies, but shes doing well with treatment and was loving the fuss in reception! 💚

24/07/2024

We are trialling some new, safer hard chews for our dogs. We will no longer be selling Antlers or buffalo horns due to the risk of dogs obtaining slab fractures from these.

A slab fracture is the most common type we see in dogs teeth. They occur when the dog bites down on a hard object at just the right angle to flake off a piece or "slab" of tooth.

Melba here, is trialling our new olive wood chew, and safe to say she is enjoying it! They dont splinter like normal sticks so don't pose a threat to their health. The wood comes away In soft pieces which are perfectly safe to gnaw and digest.

If your dog loves a chew, these could be a great safe alternative!

22/07/2024

Meet Bernie... one of our longest furry friends here at the practice, who has been with us from almost the start!

He is a regular visitor here, and I'm sure many of you will have seen him frequent our waiting room, whilst he eagerly awaits Bill's call from the consult room, and without even seeing him runs straight in to greet him!

20/07/2024

Dogs can express pain in many different (often subtle) ways. Obvious signs such as limping is usually associated with arthritis in the late stages. We are now getting better at recognising these subtle signs and therefore can diagnose a lot sooner! Please don't hesitate to get your pet checked if you think they are in pain!

19/07/2024

Please be careful in this heat with your pets and watch out for signs of heatstroke. Most importantly don't walk your dogs in the day!

18/07/2024

Ever wonder what happens to your pets when they stay with us for the day? They get lots of kisses and cuddles of course! 💚

16/07/2024

Sometimes all you need is a cuddle 💚

15/07/2024

And the grass seeds just keep coming..

12/07/2024

Carissa couldn't believe her luck when her Mummy let her have the biggest toy in the waiting room! This definitely made up for the blood test she came in for! 💚

10/07/2024

Who will be watching the semi-finals tonight? I bet we have some fans out there that have even gone as far as naming their pets after famous footballers?! We would love to hear their names, or even better show us a photo in the comments ⚽️💚

08/07/2024

Can you reach the treat there Buddy? 😍

04/07/2024

Hello Benny! 👋

What a good boy you were for your solensia injection!

Benny's owner noticed he was becoming slower in his old age (can you believe he is almost 16 years old! ).

The vet started him on solensia injections which are given once a month. This is a revolutionary injection designed to control pain associated with feline osteoarthritis, a common condition that affects many cats as they age.

Bennys owner has seen a massive change in him since having these and says his mobility has improved that much that its like having a kitten again! !

02/07/2024

Summer safety tips!

01/07/2024

Meet Frank...

Anyone want to hazard a guess at the object that this very handsome 4 month old thought would be amusing in ingest?

Fortunately for him, the object in question passed through naturally with no surgery required to remove it!

Lucky boy this time! 💚🙌

28/06/2024

Rosie-Mae here wishes everyone a lovely weekend! 💚

27/06/2024

You comfy enough there Duke? 🤣

We try not to encourage dogs on the chairs but sometimes we just can't say no! 💚

26/06/2024

This is something to be aware of if you walk your dogs near ponds, rivers and lakes as can be deadly to dogs!

We have issued our annual warning to pet owners to take extra precautions when walking dogs around freshwater bodies, as warm weather conditions spark concerns about an increased risk of toxic blue green algae growth over the coming months.