Ribble Vets

Ribble Vets We are a busy mixed practice with branches in Penwortham, Leyland and Wesham. We treat companion ani
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Our practice was established over 80 years ago and serves a large area of Lancashire and North West England. Based in Penwortham, Preston, we also have surgeries at Leyland and Wesham. We are a mixed practice and provide veterinary care to companion animals, farm animals and equines.

๐ŸŽ Weโ€™re collecting Christmas gifts for Woodlands Animal Sanctuary between now and the 18th December. Any gift is greatly...
03/12/2024

๐ŸŽ Weโ€™re collecting Christmas gifts for Woodlands Animal Sanctuary between now and the 18th December. Any gift is greatly appreciated but if you need ideas then take a look at the poster below! ๐ŸŽ„

02/12/2024
Lovely to see Luna doing so well after she was referred by us  to a Veterinary specialist for lifesaving surgery earlier...
30/11/2024

Lovely to see Luna doing so well after she was referred by us to a Veterinary specialist for lifesaving surgery earlier this year ๐Ÿ• ๐Ÿ’š

Lisa Hagen with her pets. A family from Penwortham have thanked expert vets for saving their dog's life after being told she may not survive the night.Lisa

28/11/2024

๐Ÿ˜ฌ Is your dog anxious/reactive when they visit the vet practice?

๐ŸคชDo they become overexcited and unable to follow any cues?

๐Ÿ’…Do they dislike nail clipping?

๐Ÿ’‰Do they dislike being handled for procedures?

We can help! ๐Ÿ†˜๏ธ

We run Confidence Clinics here and during these sessions we can help your dog ๐Ÿ• feel more comfortable and less anxious ๐Ÿ˜Ÿ in the practice. We can help you recognise when they are feeling anxious and give you tips on how you can help them feel more confident.

We can help with boisterous dogs, pups finding adolescence difficult, puppies ๐Ÿถ needing life skill training and a lot more....

We will always go at your dog's pace and only ever use force free methods โ˜บ๏ธ

If you'd like more information, please get in touch with our Behaviour Team via
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected] or call ๐Ÿ“ž 01772 746393 and ask for a Behaviour Team member to get in touch to discuss how we can support you and your dog ๐Ÿ•

Itโ€™s  only 2 weeks to go until the Liverpool Road Penwortham Christmas Market on 11th December 6-9pm๐ŸŽ„ Our elves are gett...
27/11/2024

Itโ€™s only 2 weeks to go until the Liverpool Road Penwortham Christmas Market on 11th December 6-9pm๐ŸŽ„
Our elves are getting ready to welcome everyone, but they are a bit worried that the Grinch may try and steal Christmas this year!
As always we will have the brass band playing festive music, some animal visitors and mulled wine ๐ŸŽถ ๐ŸŽบ ๐Ÿท ๐Ÿ‘

Missing Cat Please look out for Leesi and call the number below if you see or find her
21/11/2024

Missing Cat

Please look out for Leesi and call the number below if you see or find her

Remembrance Day ๐ŸŒนHonouring those who have given their lives ๐ŸŒน
11/11/2024

Remembrance Day ๐ŸŒน

Honouring those who have given their lives

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๐Ÿพ November is Senior Pet Month! ๐ŸพOur senior furry friends may have a little extra grey in their fur, but their hearts ar...
07/11/2024

๐Ÿพ November is Senior Pet Month! ๐Ÿพ

Our senior furry friends may have a little extra grey in their fur, but their hearts are filled with a lifetime of love! ๐Ÿ’–

This month, let's celebrate the loyal, wise, and loving pets who've given us years of companionship.

Senior pets make wonderful companions, and they deserve all the care, comfort, and attention in their golden years. ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿˆ

Did you know? Most dogs and cats are considered senior after age 7, but large breed dogs reach senior status at just 5 years old! As pets age, you may notice some changes in their behaviour, such as:

Accidents in the house
Changes in appetite
Decreased response to commands
Increased vocalization
Irritability or aggression
Increased anxiety
Changes in sleep cycles
Wandering or confusion
Disorientation
Decreased interaction with humans
Some of these changes may signal more serious health issues. For example, increased vocalisation, irritability, or aggression may indicate pain, such as arthritis.

โคHormone imbalances or changes in organ function (like diabetes, liver or kidney failure) can also lead to accidents or appetite changes.

๐Ÿ‘‚๐ŸผHearing loss might explain a decreased response to commands.

The good news ๐ŸŽ‰ Many of these conditions can be managed with medications, diet, and supplements. Regular vet consultations, physical exams, and blood tests are key to diagnosing and managing your senior pet's health. ๐Ÿฉบโœจ

๐Ÿฆด Caring for Senior Pets:

Regular vet checkups ๐Ÿฉบ
A balanced diet tailored to their needs ๐Ÿฅ•
Gentle exercise and mental stimulation ๐Ÿงฉ
Lots of love and affection! ๐Ÿ’ž
Do you have a senior pet?
Please share a photo and tell us what makes them special! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿ‘‡

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We all know that dogs can hear better than we can, but did you know that dogs can hear sounds 4 times further away than ...
05/11/2024

We all know that dogs can hear better than we can, but did you know that dogs can hear sounds 4 times further away than we canโ“๏ธThis means that ๐Ÿ• can hear scary noises louder than we can.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ Speak to your vet!
Please consider getting situational anxiety medication lined up for the 1st-4th November. Dogs with intense fears may benefit from a longer period. These medications ๐Ÿ’Š can decrease in availability this time of year due to demand, so please speak to your vet about it now.

You will need to do a baseline test at home away from firework noises (and children and other dogs) so that you can assess how your dog responds to the medication.
Tests are needed because sometimes dogs can become excited on the wrong dose (not helpful) and there is a risk of disinhibition with some drugs. This means that dogs who use warning signals may be more likely to escalate to biting (because they lose that inhibition). Hence why we recommend no children or other dogs close by as a precaution.

Please be reassured that negative effects of these drugs are relatively uncommon.

Top tips for this weekend -

โžก๏ธ Ensure that someone trusted by your dog stays home with them all night

โžก๏ธ Close all curtains and blinds BEFORE it gets dark

โžก๏ธ Get some long lasing chews or stuffed Kong type toys ready (you can freeze them to make them last longer)

โžก๏ธ If your dog needs medication ๐Ÿ’Š to help them cope with the stress of the fireworks ๐ŸŽ†, make sure you give them the medication in plenty of time (follow the directions given by the vet)

โžก๏ธ Take your dog to a new place to walk and incorporate lots of sniffing ๐Ÿ‘ƒ opportunity. We advise to start this walk in daylight and aim to be home at least an hour before dark ๐ŸŒ™.

โžก๏ธ If using music ๐ŸŽถ or TV ๐Ÿ“บ to help mask the sound of fireworks ๐ŸŽ†, put this on as you get home at a normal volume and gradually increase the volume so that your dog isn't startled by the loud volume, action films or African drums help mask sounds well

โžก๏ธ Feed your dog when you get home, a larger meal than normal.

โžก๏ธ Get them settled down and chewing or licking ๐Ÿ˜‹ as it goes dark

โžก๏ธ โš ๏ธ Remember to give reassurance, if your dog wants it, we all need to feel safe at times of stress

โžก๏ธ Try to pick a quiet time after most of the loud displays have ended (usually after 10pm) to take your dog out for a bedtime toilet trip. Play some music ๐ŸŽถ on your phone ๐Ÿ“ฑ while you're out to help buffer sounds. โš ๏ธ ALWAYS stay with your dog outdoors

Got a new dog or puppy ๐Ÿถ โ“๏ธ๐Ÿค”Not sure how they will cope tomorrow night?   can help take the edge off MILD anxiety ๐Ÿ˜จ  Cal...
04/11/2024

Got a new dog or puppy ๐Ÿถ โ“๏ธ

๐Ÿค”Not sure how they will cope tomorrow night?

can help take the edge off MILD anxiety ๐Ÿ˜จ

Call into the practice to stock up, no vet appointment neededโ€ผ๏ธ

Hedgehogs can mistake bonfires for their new homes ๐Ÿ”ฅ Before you light a bonfire over the next few days, please make sure...
02/11/2024

Hedgehogs can mistake bonfires for their new homes ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Before you light a bonfire over the next few days, please make sure you look for hedgehogs inside ๐Ÿ‘€

Thank you ๐Ÿฆ”

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿพ Happy Howloween from all the team at Ribble Vets! ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽƒTo all our wonderful clients and their fur-bulous pets, weโ€™re wis...
31/10/2024

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿพ Happy Howloween from all the team at Ribble Vets! ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽƒ

To all our wonderful clients and their fur-bulous pets, weโ€™re wishing you a spook-tacular day filled with treats (no tricks!) and plenty of cuddles.
Whether youโ€™re celebrating with a pumpkin spice pup-accino or a cosy night in, we hope your Howloween is full of joy, laughter, and a little bit of magic ๐Ÿช„

Stay safe, keep the sweets away from the paws, and feel free to share what you and your pets are up to with us โ€“
weโ€™d love to see your Halloween cuties! ๐Ÿ‘ป๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ

Happy Howloween! ๐ŸŽƒ

๐ŸพHappy national black cat day!๐ŸพDid you know that black cats are least likely to get adopted from rescues and shelters?Th...
27/10/2024

๐ŸพHappy national black cat day!๐Ÿพ

Did you know that black cats are least likely to get adopted from rescues and shelters?
Theyโ€™re commonly associated with Halloween and witchcraft. However in some cultures,such as Japan and Scotland, theyโ€™re believed to be good luck.
Black cats are friendly,affectionate and playful. Theyโ€™re known to form strong bonds with their humans.
Letโ€™s show the mini house panthers some love! ๐Ÿ’•

โ—๏ธMISSING CATโ—๏ธMissing black female cat. She is microchipped!Last seen on 29th September near Todd Lane Noth, Lostock Ha...
25/10/2024

โ—๏ธMISSING CATโ—๏ธ

Missing black female cat. She is microchipped!
Last seen on 29th September near Todd Lane Noth, Lostock Hall.
Sheโ€™s very slight and is friendly.

If you have seen her or have any information then please call us on 01772 746393

๐Ÿพโœจ Eltonโ€™s Mischievous Adventure: A Close Call! โœจ๐ŸพSay hello to Elton, a playful 15-month-old Golden Retriever who recent...
25/10/2024

๐Ÿพโœจ Eltonโ€™s Mischievous Adventure: A Close Call! โœจ๐Ÿพ

Say hello to Elton, a playful 15-month-old Golden Retriever who recently gave his family a real scare!

Elton has a bit of a love-hate relationship with his bedโ€”he loves chewing it, and his mum loves repairing it. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

While his mum was mid-repair, she took a quick phone call, and thatโ€™s when Elton seized the moment. He grabbed the bed, and unfortunately, with the needle still in the fabric, he swallowed it! ๐Ÿ˜ฑ

His family rushed him to Ribble Vets, where an X-ray revealed the needle in his stomach. Our team quickly performed emergency surgery to safely remove it.
We are happy to report that Elton is now on the mend and back to his playful self! ๐ŸŽ‰

Big thanks to his family for acting fast and trusting us with his care, and a special shoutout to Elton for being such a brave boy through it all! ๐Ÿฆธโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿถ

Letโ€™s all remember to keep those curious paws away when weโ€™re mid-repair.

Elton is certainly keeping his family on their toes! ๐Ÿถโค๏ธ

UPDATE: rehomed ๐Ÿพ FOUND ๐Ÿพ  We have had a Male Tabby Kitten bought to the surgeryHe has no microchip and no collarHe was ...
24/10/2024

UPDATE: rehomed

๐Ÿพ FOUND ๐Ÿพ
We have had a Male Tabby Kitten bought to the surgery
He has no microchip and no collar
He was found at a building site in Hutton
Please contact Ribble Vets Penwortham if you think he may be yours
โ˜Ž๏ธ 01772 746393

Address

80 Liverpool Road, Penwortham
Preston
PR10HT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+441772746393

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