Oundle & Thrapston Veterinary Surgery

17/09/2024

Please contact us if you are worried about your pooch 🐕🩺

Seasonal canine illness? What is it, and how does it affect my dog?

Read more by tapping this link: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/seasonal-canine-illness

12/09/2024

Mushrooms are more likely to grow as the cooler, damp autumnal weather arrives 🍄 Would you know what signs to watch out for, and what to do, if your pet has foraged and eaten some mushrooms in your garden or whilst out on a walk?

The Animal Poison Line have provided some useful information. Please contact us, or your local veterinary surgery, immediately if you believe your pet may have ingested mushrooms.

We are receiving a lot of calls involving ingestion of mushrooms at the moment.

Fortunately most mushrooms are of low toxicity but some can cause gastrointestinal upset, neurological signs and liver disease if ingested.

Top tips if you think your pet has ingested a mushroom:
☎️ Seek prompt advice
📷 Take several pictures of the mushrooms where they are growing
🍄 If there are other similar mushrooms nearby, pick one close to the base, wrap it in kitchen paper and take it with you to the vet
🔎We work with expert mycologists to provide accurate identification of mushrooms to enable targeted treatment. It is not safe to rely on pictures/apps for identification purposes

11/09/2024

Look who came to see us yesterday for her second set of puppy vaccinations 🩷 Well done River for being so brave for your injection (she didn't notice a thing, thanks to some tasty treats!).

Did you know, Rottweilers are descendants from ancient Roman dogs and were traditionally used as 'drovers' to protect and herd cattle and other livestock!

🐾 Feel free to contact our friendly veterinary team on 01832 273521 if you would like any advice on vaccinations, microchipping, parasite treatments, neutering and/or nutritional guidance for your pets🐾

02/08/2024

Have you joined Pet Health Club® Plus yet?

Our comprehensive new plan offers round-the-clock pet healthcare with unlimited in-person consults*, as well as 24/7 phone and video appointments, providing reassurance and support both in practice and online.

Find out more and join or upgrade your plan by asking us in practice.

*T&Cs apply see the website for more details.

01/08/2024

💡 Did you know artificial grass can get very hot, very quickly and it can burn your pet’s paws and skin?

Please keep your pet off fake grass when it’s hot out. 🐾

👉 How to keep your dog cool: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/how-to-cool-down-a-dog

👉 12 things cat owners should never do in the summer: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/things-not-to-do-in-summer-for-cat-owners

30/07/2024

Well, you don't see this every day! ❤️

Here are Blue (🐱) and Shandy (🐶) who live together and are the best of friends. Blue came in to have her microchip checked and Shandy was having a nail clip, and they were so happy being snuggled up together on the consult room table. How cute are they!?! 😍

Do you have any photos of your cats and dogs relaxing together?

29/07/2024

Now, this is something to shout about!

We’re excited to announce we’ve just launched Pet Health Club®Plus, a brand new pet healthcare plan that includes UNLIMITED CONSULTATIONS!* Along with your other great Pet Health Club® benefits, our new plan offers round-the-clock pet healthcare with unlimited consultations either online, on the phone or in practice.

Find out more and join or upgrade your plan by asking us in practice.

*T&Cs apply see the website for more details.

27/07/2024

Scooby came to see us a few weeks ago to have his microchip scanned and checked by one of the nurses, and he is just the sweetest little thing! 🐱🩵

Do you have any pictures of your cats just "loafing" like Scooby? If so, please share them with us! 😻

Remember, it is now mandatory for cats (over 20 weeks old) to be microchipped and registered on a compliant database. Please contact us today (01832 273521) if you would like us to check your cats microchip and/or book a microchipping appointment for them🐾

26/07/2024

Congratulations to gorgeous Edward, who is our weight loss star of the month! 🐱🩵

Edward has achieved15% weight loss over the past 10 months, by following a carefully tailored weight management diet, set by one of nurses as part of our weight clinic services. Edward has been coming in to see Emma, one of our nurses, for regular weight checks and was rewarded with a certificate and cat toy for reaching his target weight!

Well done Edward (and his owners!) for your commitment and dedication, we are so happy for you all! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

If you would like to discuss your pets nutritional requirements and/or would like to learn more about our weight management programme then please get in touch with our nursing team today (01832 273521) and we will be more than happy to help you and your pet! 🐾

26/05/2024

As Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM) continues, here we have Emma Davidson, one of our amazing Veterinary Care Assistants (VCA) at Oundle Veterinary Surgery.

Emma has previously worked as a veterinary receptionist at another clinic, before joining us as a VCA last summer. Emma's favourite part of the job is spending time with the patients and helping them to feel more relaxed and comfortable whilst visiting/staying with us. Emma has a keen interest in animal behaviour and desensitisation work, and loves looking after our in-patients and says 'I always want our patients to feel relaxed and help turn their experience at the vets into a positive one!'

Emma has a gorgeous cat called George (seen pictured here), who has owned Emma for 13 years, and has meticulously trained his human to be the filler of empty bowls and opener of doors with very simple verbal commands 😹

As part of Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM) we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

25/05/2024

For the whole month of May it is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM).

Here we have Charlotte, one of our lovely Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN) at Oundle Veterinary Surgery, seen here with Lola giving her some TLC following surgery.

You may recognise Charlotte from our Thrapston branch, where she first started working with us back in 2019 as a receptionist, before completing her Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN) course and qualifying as an RVN last year.

Charlotte has since moved over to our Oundle branch and really enjoys surgical/theatre nursing, in-patient care and dealing with emergencies. Charlotte also enjoys carrying out lab tests - did you know RVNs can help with taking and running blood samples, testing urine/faecal samples and preparing/analysing microscopic slides, under the direction of a vet? Charlotte loves all animals and owns two sausage dogs, called Wilson and Bella.

As part of VNAM we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

24/05/2024

🩺 For the whole month of May it is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM) 🩺

Gemma is one of our amazing Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN) and qualified back in 2010. During this time Gemma has worked in a number of different veterinary practices, from general practice, referral nursing to emergency nursing, and a busy veterinary hospital. Gemma has completed a certificate in emergency critical care (ECC) and small animal nutrition. Gemma has a passion for nursing and enjoys many aspects, but one of Gemma's favourite places to be is in the consult room! Gemma loves the variety that being an RVN brings and says 'no two days are ever the same - I love the bonds that are made within a veterinary practice, because we deal with such a range of emotions, it bonds and brings the teams together!'

Gemma has a lovable, bouncy springador called Murphy and a cheeky cat (with plenty of cattitude!) called Guinness 🐾 seen pictured here.

As part of VNAM we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

18/05/2024

Please note to anyone visiting the Oundle Surgery today- Due to the vintage festival there is a one way system in place around Oundle- please see the attached diagram with the one way system shown...

14/05/2024

Another day, another Emma!

Here we have Emma one of our amazing Veterinary Care Assistants (VCA) at Oundle Veterinary Surgery.

Emma first joined us as a receptionist over 9 years ago, before moving over to the nursing team, as a VCA, in September 2022. Emma enjoys being more clinical and helps to look after our patients whilst they are visiting the clinic and whilst hospitalised with us. Emma loves being more hands on with the patients and being part of our fantastic nursing team and watching the amazing work our vets do close-up!

Emma enjoys nothing more than taking her gorgeous two boys for lovely, long dog walks and riding her horse Moo, who she has owned for the past 12 years!

As part of Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM) we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

13/05/2024

Please note from 10 June 2024 it will be mandatory for cats (over 20 weeks old) to be microchipped and registered on a compliant database. Please contact us today if you would like to book a microchipping appointment for your cat 🐈🐈‍⬛

A reminder for all cat owners! 🐱

From 10 June 2024 cats over 20 weeks old must be and registered on a compliant database 📆

By microchipping their cats, owners can increase the likelihood that they will be reunited with their beloved pet in the event that they go missing.

Read about Simba, whose microchip helped reunite him with his owner:
https://www.cats.org.uk/mediacentre/pressreleases/around-25-million-cats-remain-unchipped-as-the-compulsory-microchipping-countdown-begins

12/05/2024

For the whole month of May it is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM).

Here we have Emma who qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) last year. Emma loves her nurse consults, particularly helping owners with nutritional advice and running weight management clinics. Emma is one of our ISFM Cat Advocates for the clinic and ensures we use up-to-date knowledge and cat-friendly methods to maintain our Silver Cat Clinic status! Emma loves nothing more than discussing your cats needs; from their quirky behaviours to helping to reduce stress and anxiety at home, or whilst travelling, and has lots of tips and tricks to help get them eating, drinking, playing and bonding better with their owners. Emma also loves other species (not just cats!) and enjoys nursing dogs, rabbits and ferrets, and recently returned from a dog sledding expedition in Norway!

As part of VNAM we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

11/05/2024

For the whole month of May it is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM).

Here we have Lucy our wonderful Deputy Head Nurse at Oundle Veterinary Surgery helping with some puppy vaccinations!

Lucy has been a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) for the past 10 years and during this time has worked in a busy, mixed veterinary practice before joining the team at Oundle to work with small animals only. Lucy loves seeing her regular patients for nurse consultations and following each patient's journey. Lucy likes to ensure our patients feel safe and comfortable with us, and have continuity of care.

As part of VNAM we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

04/05/2024

Did you know, today is "International Respect for Chickens Day"?! 🐔

Pictured here is Krissi with one of her female Lohmann Brown chickens, called Jeffrey. You may recognise Krissi, who is one of our wonderful receptionists here at Oundle and has been working here (and supplying us with lots of duck & chicken eggs!) for the past 6 months or so. Krissi has a small holding consisting of numerous hens, ducks, cats and a dog, and loves working and being around animals!

03/05/2024

For the whole month of May it is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (VNAM).

Here we have Aimee our amazing Head Nurse at Oundle Veterinary Surgery, checking over little Don following surgery last week.

Aimee has been a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) for over 7 years and has worked in both general practice and out of hour services, and holds a certificate in emergency critical care. Aimee loves all aspects of nursing and particularly loves anaesthesia, in-patient care and handling emergency cases. Aimee manages the nursing team here at Oundle, consisting of 5 x RVNs and 2 x VCA's.

As part of VNAM we will be introducing each of the nursing team throughout the month of May. Keep an eye on our page to find out more about us!

22/04/2024

Recruitment for Veterinary Surgeon- Oundle and Corby Veterinary Surgery

Here at Sampson Park we are looking for a dedicated and committed Veterinary Surgeon to join our lovely team. Your day duties will include a mix of consulting and surgical caseload, some duties at our neighbouring Corby site. In this role, you'll encounter a diverse caseload, with a well-balanced mix of surgical and medical cases such as dental, soft tissue, orthopaedics, emergency surgery, access to endoscopy, tonopen, exotics. You will be supported by a dedicated and experienced nursing team. We're committed to your professional growth, with full certificate support available.

Please click on the link below for more details and how to apply.

https://ivcevidensia.co.uk/current-vacancies/veterinary-surgeon/12167?

25/03/2024

Easter Opening Hours

Thursday 28th March- Normal opening times
Friday 29th March (Good Friday)- CLOSED
Saturday 30th March- Normal opening times
Sunday 31st March- CLOSED
Monday 1st April (Easter Monday)- CLOSED
Tuesday 2nd April- Normal opening times

PLEASE NOTE- Vets Now our emergency out of hours providers will be available to assist at times we are closed and can be contacted on 01733601514.

Wishing you and your pets a lovely easter. From us all here at Oundle and Thrapston Veterinary Surgery.

25/03/2024

As we have two bank holidays right around the corner (meaning a lovely long weekend but unfortunately means we wont be receiving our usual deliveries).

Please ensure prescriptions or special food/medication orders are placed by 3pm today for our last delivery before Bank Holiday.

We hope everyone has a lovely bank holiday weekend!

14/03/2024

Congratulations to gorgeous Roo, who has reached her target weight this week! 🥳

Roo has achieved 13% weight loss overall by following a carefully tailored weight management diet, set by one of nurses as part of our weight clinic services. Roo has been coming in to see Emma, one of our nurses, for regular weight checks and was rewarded with a celebratory certificate and toy for reaching her target weight! Well done Roo (and her owners!) for your commitment and dedication, we are so happy for you! 👏🏻

If you would like to discuss your pets nutritional requirements and/or would like to learn more about our weight management programme then please get in touch with our nursing team today and we will be more than happy to help you and your pets! 🐾

01/02/2024

20/01/2024

📣Veterinary Receptionist Vacancy (maternity cover)📣

Would you like to work for us? An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Veterinary Receptionist within our lovely team primarily at our Corby Veterinary Surgery for 25 hours a week, plus 1 in 4 weekends at our Thrapston Veterinary Surgery (maternity cover). There will also be the opportunity to work extra hours covering holidays as needed.

Previous veterinary receptionist experience is desired but training will be given to the right candidate. Duties will include answering the telephone, booking in clients, preparing medications, taking payments, cleaning of reception and consult rooms and other general admin duties.

To apply or for further information please send a CV and covering letter to [email protected]

16/01/2024

Let's talk ferrets!

Charlie came to see us for a procedure at Thrapston Veterinary Surgery last week and can be seen pictured here recovering with Emma, one of our Registered Veterinary Nurses. Did you know ferrets are 'obligate carnivores' and must eat meat?

Other fun ferret facts - newborn ferrets are so small they can fit inside a teaspoon! Ferrets are also highly intelligent and can be trained to use litter trays, sit on command, shake hands and walk on a lead. They have also been used to 'work' by running wire in those hard to reach places!

Have you got any other fun ferret facts to share?

We are pleased to report that Charlie is recovering well from his procedure and is back to his usual cheeky self! ☺️

16/01/2024

🩺VACANCY - REGISTERED VETERINARY NURSE🩺

Here at Sampson Park, we are looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse, or high calibre 2nd/3rd year Student Veterinary Nurse, to join our team at Oundle on a permanent basis! Our Nurses are rota'd to set shifts per day including ops nurse, inpatient nurse, consulting nurse and floating nurse.

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.

We have some nurses that work 4 long days and some that work slightly shorter 4.5 days a week so we can be slightly flexible with this. The opening hours are from 8.00am-7.00pm. There will be 1 in 6 Saturdays.

For more information please see the link below
https://www.ivcevidensia.co.uk/current-vacancies/veterinary-nurse/11277

29/12/2023

Please consider nominating us for a Petplan award if you feel a staff member has gone above and beyond for you and your beloved pets. Anyone from our veterinary team can be nominated, from receptionists and veterinary care assistants to nurses and vets, we all play a role in the support and care for you and your animals 🐾

22/12/2023

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all of our lovely clients and pets, from us all here at Oundle & Thrapston Veterinary Surgery 🎄🎄🎄

21/12/2023

This time of year, it's important to make sure our furry friends don't get hold of our Christmas goodies, as lots of food eaten this time of year can be toxic. If you think your pet has ingested anything toxic or dangerous please contact us on 01832 273521 immediately.

🦴 Bones can cause danger in various ways. Pets may choke on bones, or they can cause gastrointestinal blockages or tears. Cooked bones can splinter more easily and cause GI damage. They can also damage their teeth when chewing them.

🍫 Chocolate contains theobromine which is a stimulant for cats and dogs that their bodies can't break it down like we can. It can cause vomiting, diarrhoea, restlessness and seizures.

🧄🧅 Garlic and onions belong to the same family (Alliums) and are poisonous to pets and can damage the red blood cells causing anaemia. They can be dangerous even in gravy or stuffing.

🌰 Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, tremors, vomiting and hyperthermia within 12 hours of ingestion by dogs. It is also best to avoid in cats.

🍇 Grapes, raisins, sultanas and currants are toxic to pets, even if only one is eaten. Again these are dangerous even when used as ingredient in something else such as fruit cake.

19/08/2022

Happy Friday!

What are you and your fur babies up to this weekend?

21/07/2022

It's back for the Summer! 3 for 2 on all Vetpro products! Mix and match your favourites.

Shop now on the My Family Vets Shop!

*Cheapest item free, offer valid until 31st August 2022.

12/05/2022

Heatwave incoming! 🌡️ Are you planning on taking your dog away to the beach this weekend? Does your dog get nervous whilst travelling? Or perhaps your cat or dog will be staying in a kennel or cattery if you are away this weekend.

All of these situations can cause anxiety in pets, however Vetpro can help! Vetpro Stress & Anxiety Capsules:

🌿 Calms behaviour
🌿 Are fast acting
🌿 Helps reduce stress
🌿 High strength
🌿 No sedative effect
🌿 Easy to administer sprinkle capsules

And for a limited time, we have 3 for 2 on all Vetpro products over on the My Family Vets Shop! Follow the link below to shop

https://bit.ly/38nq9lq

04/05/2022

OFFER ALERT! 🤩 IT'S BACK! Get 3 for 2 across the WHOLE Vetpro range on the My Family Vets Shop!

You can mix and match any Vetpro products, including; Stress & Anxiety, Joints & Mobility with Omega-3s and Healthy Skin & Glossy Coat! Follow the link below to shop!

http://bit.ly/34QoqY1

28/04/2022

It's International Guide Dog Day! 🦮

A day to celebrate all of the amazing service dogs out there who help their owners every day. Do you know any service dogs who you will celebrate today?

20/04/2022

When you realise it's already Wednesday! *Two more sleeps until it's Friday again*

11/04/2022

11/04/2022

It's National Pet Day! Will you be doing anything special for your pet today?

03/04/2022

Hit like if you agree 💗

30/03/2022

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