Rufford Veterinary Group

03/02/2025

🐾Meet Derek the cavapoo who came in to our nurse clinic for a post op check following his recent castration.

Recovery from dog neutering varies, but it's normal if your pet appears drowsy or slow for a few hours post-surgery. Once the anaesthetic wears off, they will bounce back to their usual selves.

Despite seeming eager to play and run, its important for them to rest and recuperate for at least seven to ten days, perhaps longer, allowing the wound and stitches to heal and prevent complications.

After surgery, they will wear a cone or body suit to protect their wound and signal to other dog owners that they've had an operation. For your dog's safety, it's crucial to keep them on a lead during walks & refrain from play dates with other dogs.

This is only a temporary measure. Following a successful check-up they can resume their usual activities.
For Derek everything is looking good 👍🏼 Such a happy boy !

31/01/2025

**REUNITED**
Male Entire terrier type dog has been brought into our Southport branch after being found in Kew. He has been scanned and hasn't got a microchip. If he is yours then please call us at our Southport surgery on 01704 214460.

27/01/2025

We have now extended the opening hours at our Tarleton Branch to make it easier for you to visit !
Based in the village of Tarleton with easy access from most directions and good parking!
🩷🩵Here's what our clients have to say about our Tarleton Practice.......
"My dog barks at other dogs so a smaller practice is much better. Parking is great too"
"Quiet and easy to park"
"Worth the drive out for the peaceful less stressful for the dog appointment"
"Love the Tarleton practice"
Contact Tarleton direct on 01772 954770 or book online via the link
www.ruffordvets.com/book-an-appointment
You can also contact your usual branch and book through them 🙂

23/01/2025

13/01/2025

😻How cute is Casper the 5 month old kitten, he had a great time exploring the Nurse consult room when he came in for his 2nd vaccination with our nurse Jo last week !

💉Vaccinating your cat is one of the best ways to protect them from serious and potentially life-threatening diseases. These illnesses like feline parvovirus, feline herpesvirus, and feline leukaemia virus can cause lasting health issues and can sometimes be fatal.
Vaccinations are recommended for all cats, regardless of whether they stay indoors or go outside.

For more information click the link below:
www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/kitten-vaccination-schedule

10/01/2025

Shelby Vs Fireworks !! 🎆

We received a lovely e-mail from Shelby's owner who has been coming to see Dawn our behaviourist since July.
An anxious rescue collie, Shelby's owner had worked hard with her to try and improve her behaviour. She was doing really well up until Bonfire Night and then sadly went backwards.
Following Dawns advice she had a much happier New Year !! .........

She sent us an update about Shelby vs new year's eve fireworks saying how Dawns advice and medication had helped, she followed it up with

''Thank you for everything,
Your help and advice and have made a massive difference , it's appreciated so much. I look forward to the next steps ( counter conditioning) I think that would really help her ''

For more information on how to help your pet with anxiety, or any aspect of their welfare, have a chat with us or inquire about booking in a session with Dawn Peacock FdSc RVN NCert AnBeh.,

www.ruffordvets.com/companion-animal/dog-anxiety-awareness

09/01/2025

❄❄Brrrrrrr Its really cold out there !!

How cold is too cold ? As temperatures fall its important to know when it's just too cold for our pets, cold weather can be just as dangerous as hot weather!

For more information on keeping your pets safe in the cold click on the links below:

www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/what-is-a-safe-temperature-to-walk-a-dog

www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/do-cats-get-cold

www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/8-winter-safety-tips-for-pet-owners

08/01/2025

❄Brrrrrrr Its cold out there !!

How cold is too cold ? As temperatures fall its important to know when it's just too cold for our pets, cold weather can be just as dangerous as hot weather!

For more information on keeping your pets safe in the cold click on the links below:

www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/what-is-a-safe-temperature-to-walk-a-dog
www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/do-cats-get-cold
www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/8-winter-safety-tips-for-pet-owners

08/01/2025

❄️❗️To all our clients and pets visiting today, please be careful on the roads and car parks, it's very slippy underfoot !

27/12/2024

Release Story 🪿

Lucy the Canada Goose was brought into our Rufford branch back in October as a member of the public found her walking along a busy road looking in distress.
When we triaged her we noticed that she had blood on her feathers, so we X-Rayed her to check for injuries. From the X-Rays we discovered that she had been shot twice as the pellets were visible on the X-Ray. We administered oxygen therapy, made sure we had intravenous access and gave her the appropriate medications. She was hospitalised with us for a couple of days before getting collected by the RSPCA (Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre).
She stayed with them for further rehabilitation before being released once she had fully recovered.😀

27/12/2024

**REUNITED**
Small Jack Russell terrier, she is microchipped but the details aren’t up to date.
Found on Pinfold Lane in Scarisbrick. Currently at our Southport branch.

24/12/2024

⛄🎄Everyone here at Rufford Veterinary Group would like to wish all our clients a Very Merry Christmas x

20/12/2024

❗There is currently a concern about a new strain of the Rabbit haemorrhagic Disease Virus in Europe

🐰Rabbit haemorrhagic disease is a very serious viral infection causing disease in both pet and wild rabbits.
Unfortunately rabbits often do not show any symptoms until it is too late, meaning many owners find their pet rabbit has died suddenly.
The virus can be spread directly from rabbit to rabbit, indirectly on food/bowls/bedding or by biting insects.
Currently we have a vaccine available which protects against the current RHD strains, as well as providing protection against Myxomatosis.
This is required every 12 months. It is thought that the new strain is not dramatically different from the old one, so vaccine manufacturers are hopeful that the current vaccine may still provide protection.
We strongly advise rabbit owners to continue to vaccinate their rabbits as usual and if your rabbit is not vaccinated, it is more important now than ever, to do so.

Please contact the surgery if you wish to make an appointment.

For more information:

RVHD is highly infectious, difficult to spot and can even be fatal to our bunnies...

19/12/2024

⏰Christmas Opening Hours 🎄

❗In the event of an emergency please dial the practice number - Our Out of Hours Provider will be available outside of our Christmas opening hours.

19/12/2024

**REUNITED**
Female German Shepherd found by Windmill Animal Farm this morning. She is microchipped but we cannot access the details at this current time. If she is yours then please call our Holly Lane branch on 01704 821204. Proof of ownership will be required.

18/12/2024

⭐Meet Jack, a 7 year old bloodhound who's looking very handsome as he poses for a Christmas picture at our Southport branch this morning.
A few years ago Jack was so nervous his owner could't even walk him past the practice !
Unfortunately Jack suffers from Epilepsy so we needed to get him comfortable coming into practice in order to do regular blood tests.
It's been a long journey of 'counter conditioning' but look at him now, he's a gorgeous boy who loves his cocktail sausages !

For more information on our behaviour clinics click the link below:

www.ruffordvets.com/companion-animal/dog-anxiety-awareness

16/12/2024

⭐⭐Congratulations Xena ! ⭐⭐
🏆Another of the Winners of the Christmas raffle at our recent Open Day at Tarleton , Xena has won a hamper full of dog goodies ! 🎁