Smeaton Vets

03/03/2025

Please leave a voicemail or WhatsApp if we don't answer the phone. Sometimes our home appointments run longer than expected and we are unable to answer calls then.

Our open hours remain the same.

03/02/2025

This beautiful girl, Jasmine will truly be missed by her companions Stormy and Flitz. ' A love so true, a bond unbroken forever..'

27/01/2025

We are based in Clarkston and offer at home palliative care and euthanasia services. We work in and around Glasgow and cover a 10 mile radius from Clarkston. There is an additional charge per 5 miles outwith this radius.
We work with ICare Pet Crematorium who offer individual cremation for pets after they have passed on. ICare do come to client's homes around the same time as us.
To ensure a smooth service please do book an appointment with us at least 24hrs before you would like us to come that way we can organise Icare at the same time.

21/01/2025

We are based in Glasgow and offer palliative care and at home put to sleeps for our beloved pets.
Please leave a message if we are unable to answer our mobile during consults.

Our working hours are Mondays to Fridays 9am until 6pm. Saturdays 9.30am until 12.30pm.

20/01/2025

Unsure about what to do with your pet' ashes? Lisa is an amazing vet nurse who can incorporate them into Sterling silver jewellery.

Phoenix Jewellery

15/01/2025

Look who had his 6 months med check. Bunty is a 9 year old cavachon with a heart disease that is well managed on heart medication. Contact us on our usual means for enquiries on how we can help your much loved elderly pets in the comfort of their own homes.

13/01/2025

We have extended our working hours. Contact us via whatsapp, email address and mobile for enquiries.

18/12/2024

Smeaton Vets is closed for the holidays but we are still taking enquiries via WhatsApp and email.
Our contacts are:
[email protected]
07751500349

05/12/2024

It's been a hard evening putting to sleep one of my colleagues much loved pet. ❤️

Sadly we will be putting to rest our oldest member of the pack, Molly, today. I have taken a couple days off afterwards to grieve. I will do my best to reply to your enquiries, please be patient.

If you have walks or drop ins scheduled over the next few days they will still go ahead unless I have already contacted you.

21/10/2024

Smeaton Vets is open as normal. If you can't get hold of us, leave a voicemail and we will get back to you as soon as possible. alternatively, email us on [email protected]
We are also contactable via WhatsApp on 07751500349

13/10/2024

Sorry we are closed from Monday the 14th of October until Friday the 18th. We are still taking enquiries on 07751500349 or email us on [email protected]

08/07/2024

Smeaton Vets is open as normal. Please contact us via whatsapp, email address, telephone or messenger for all your enquiries. Our phone number is 07751 500349. In case we are unable to answer our line, please leave a text message so that we can get back to you as soon as possible.

27/06/2024

Smeaton Vets will be closed from the 28th of June until the 4th of July. We are still taking enquiries via our whatsApp or call us directly on 07751 500349. All our prices are available on our website: https://smeatonvets.co.uk/

22/04/2024

Pain Management in Older Pets

There are different ways and many types of drugs that are used to lessen and prevent pain.
Some drugs include:

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)- These drugs interfere with the body’s production of molecules that cause pain thus reducing inflammation and pain.
Opioids- These drugs are mainly used to treat severe pain such as after surgery, cases of cancer and severe arthritic pain.
Neuropathic drugs such as gabapentin are now becoming common to offer additional pain relief.
Newer drugs are also becoming popular in practice such as Librela which is a monoclonal antibody drug that works by interrupting the transmission of pain signals.

Other ways to manage pain include:

Physiotherapy which evaluates function and movement with the aim to optimise the physical potential of the patient (McGowen et al 2007). It works by increasing muscle strength, reduce pain and increase joint health.

Weight management is another way of relieving joints from carrying less weight and can alleviate pain.

Diet and supplements- Using supplements such as glucosamines and omega 3s and a well balanced diet can support joint health and reduce inflammation.

15/04/2024

Signs of pain in our pets

It can be quite challenging to notice pain in pets because they are very good at masking signs of discomfort. Having said that, it is vital to recognize any sign of discomfort as early as possible in order to provide them with the care and comfort they require.

Pain in elderly patients can be due to osteoarthritis, dental pain or cancer.

Signs of pain include:

1. Physical changes such as limping, stiffness especially when getting up, difficulty standing up and sitting down.

2. Changes in demeanor such as being withdrawn, clingy or even reluctant to exercise.

3. Aggression, snapping when being stroked or sudden withdrawal when being touched.

4. Difficulty sleeping or settling down.

5. Decreased appetite.

29/03/2024

Happy holidays!Smeaton Vets is closed from today until the 5th of April.We are still taking enquiries during this period and the best way to contact us is via WhatsApp or email.

22/03/2024

Our website is up and running. We have included pricing and you can contact us directly from there.
https://smeatonvets.co.uk/

04/03/2024

At Smeaton Vets we provide palliative and hospice care to our much loved pets in the comfort of their own homes. We are available every Monday to Wednesdays in the evenings 6pm until 9pm.Our hours on Thursdays and fridays are 9am until 6pm. Call us on 07751500349. We are also available on WhatsApp.

We are based in and around Glasgow offering at home palliative care and euthanasia