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Tilehurst Veterinary Centre

Providing friendly and professional veterinary care for the local community. Company Registration Number 03777473.
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Active Vetcare is part of CVS (UK) Limited, a company which owns veterinary practices within the UK. Registered Office: CVS House, Owen Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4ER.

05/12/2023

At Tilehurst Vets hygiene is extremely important to us. This is our practice hygiene score from November, using the Bella Moss foundation audit.

04/12/2023

Erin has been away recently volunteering at the Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust. She got involved in the care of the 150 dogs in their care, including treating severe wounds, performing amputations, and neutering.

01/12/2023

🎄It's the 1st of December, and look who has made an appearance back in the surgery. Mr Elf has come back to visit us and has been caught clipping fur off poor Logan. Naughty Mr Elf. 🧑‍🎄

Follow us over December to see what other mischief he will likely get up to around the surgery. We shall have to watch out for that little Elf.

29/11/2023

This is the gorgeous Hendrix, who came in to see our Nurse Lucy for his puppy check. Look at those big brown eyes 🥰.

Our nurses are skilled with offering advice for your puppies and to help answer any questions that you might have. The nurses will weigh your puppy to check how they are growing and that they have the right weight for their flea and worm treatment. Puppies really benefit from these regular checks as a nice positive reason to visit the Vets and get used to coming into the surgery. We love meeting all your puppies.

27/11/2023

Let's talk Blood Pressure!

Here we have Alfie (black and white handsome boy) and Roxy (beautiful tortie lady) who came in for their HPC 6 month check. Both doing really well but are senior (7+ is classed as senior) and as cats come into their golden years they are more prone to health issues.

By doing a simple non-invasive blood pressure check it can help pick up any early indications of common issues with their kidneys, heart, brain function and even their eyes!

Call the practice to book your cat in for a free blood pressure check (or ask for it to be done at their next vaccine or HPC 6 month check).

25/11/2023

It’s nearly Christmas and we have a new delivery. Our Christmas toys are now available to treat your much deserved pets. We have the full range of squeaky Christmas dinner, including brussel sprouts and the Christmas carrot. Pop into the surgery soon before they sell out.

24/11/2023

We are proud to offer SignVideo: BSL Video Interpreting to our deaf clients, to assist them with accessing veterinary care and pet advice for their pets in our practices. Please ask our team if you would like to use this service

23/11/2023

Purrfect healthcare for your cat. Help your cat stay healthy and save money with our purrfect healthcare plan. The Healthy Pet Club includes benefits like vaccinations, flea and worm treatment, health checks and more to support you in giving your cat the best care. Give us a call on to join your pet to the club today or find out more at thehealthypetclub.co.uk

20/11/2023

Walking your dog in the dark As the nights draw in, a lot of us will be starting to walk our dogs in the dark Check out these top tips from The Healthy Pet Club on staying safe while out and about: https://bit.ly/3pFjVrG

16/11/2023

✍️ We are hiring, for a part time receptionist. Please see below for the full job description. Please come and join our friendly team✍️

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Receptionist to join our team here at Tilehurst Veterinary Centre!

This is a part time position (16 hours per week), including 1 in 4 Saturdays.

As a Receptionist, you will provide a friendly and efficient service to our clients and their animals. You will need to be able to work well within a team as well as working individually, however support from your peers is always on hand. We are a professional and personable team working in a very challenging and busy environment, which makes the role varied, interesting and no day is ever the same!

You will need to have the ability to remain calm under pressure and also show empathy in each situation you encounter, from sharing the excitement of a puppy’s first visit to the vets or comforting a client who has received some bad news.

Day to day duties of the role will include answering phones, responding to emails, booking appointments, registering new clients, completing insurance forms, dispensing medications, taking payments and providing a warm and welcoming experience to our clients arriving to the clinic.

Previous receptionist or customer facing experience is essential. Previous veterinary industry experience would also be highly beneficial but training will be given. Most importantly, we are looking for a team player who is flexible and adaptable - as there are so many aspects to the role, we need someone who is quick thinking and willing to learn!

The salary for this position will be in line with National Minimum Wage +3% cost of living increase.

We know that benefits are key, and that your personal benefits priorities will differ from others. Holidays, pensions, discounts on your pet’s care, paternal leave, fee payments or share save schemes might be your priority. If you’d like to learn more, do feel free to contact the recruiter managing this campaign and ask them to talk you through our offerings. Or, if easier, you can find a list at on our careers site CVS Employee Benefits- what we can offer you. (cvsukltd.co.uk)

To apply for position please email [email protected] with your CV and covering letter.

Please do not delay in submitting your application for this role. With some roles that are urgent or receiving high volume of applicants, we may interview and conclude the process prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

14/11/2023

World Diabetes Day - Tuesday 14th November Today is . Most of us would have heard of diabetes, but did you know that it can affect our pets too? Diabetes occurs when there are abnormally high sugar levels in the blood, caused by a problem with insulin. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that works to move sugar out of the bloodstream and into cells after a meal. To find out more about diabetes in pets and the signs to look out for: https://bit.ly/2Tqx0DJ If you are concerned at all about your pet’s health, please give us a call on 0118 9428240

13/11/2023

Congratulations to our competition winners for the theme ‘time for a cosy sleep’. We had so many entries and loved seeing all your pets looking so snuggly, in some interesting positions. We did have a chuckle 😂 They were all gorgeous photos but we had to choose four, and it was really difficult. We say congratulations to Teddy, Alice, Chilli and Loot. Their photos will appear on our practice TV screen by Friday for everyone to admire for the next month

12/11/2023

On Remembrance Sunday, let's remember the animals that were victims of the war and support the purple poppy appeal. We will remember the men, women, and the animals as they stood together.

11/11/2023

Remembrance Day - Saturday 11th November Lest we forget – remembering all of the brave people and animals

09/11/2023

Seasonal canine illness (SCI) is a condition which currently has no known cause. It affects dogs shortly after walking in woodland and can be fatal, though often isn’t if treated early. It’s most commonly seen between August and November, hence the name seasonal 🍂 SCI has been seen in dogs of any age, gender or breed, but doesn’t seem to affect other animals such as cats. Dogs become unwell roughly 24-72 hours after walking in woodland, with symptoms primarily affecting the gastrointestinal tract Find out the symptoms to watch out for and you can read more about this condition here: https://bit.ly/38dZ4Sk

08/11/2023

⭐️ It's competition time again. With the nights drawing in and we all prepare to get cosy at home our title is 'time for a cosy sleep'. Let's see all your pets having a lovely nap in their favourite spot. Buster who belongs to Rachel one of our nurses is having a lovely snooze in our staff room while his mum is working. Results will be judged early next week.

07/11/2023

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a worldwide health threat, as bacteria are becoming resistant to many antibiotics we use. Throughout November we are holding an antibiotic amnesty where we are asking our clients to return any unused antibiotic medications for safe disposal.

06/11/2023

Helping your dog stay healthy. Save up to £200 a year* on your dog’s routine healthcare. Vaccinations, flea and worm treatment, health checks and more are all included to give your dog a healthy and happy life. Give us a call on to join your pet to the club today or find out more at *thehealthypetclub.co.uk

03/11/2023

Fireworks season is upon us and for our pets it can be a scary time.
🎆 Please make sure pets are indoors before it gets dark.
🎆 Try building a cosy den for your pet to feel safe in.
🎆 The sudden bang of Fireworks can be masked by keeping a radio or TV on.
🎆 Always pull the curtains to minimise the flashing lights of the Fireworks.
🎆 If your pets can see that Fireworks have no effects on you, this may help decrease their anxiety.
🎆 Bring small furries indoors if possible. If not place a large dark blanket over their cage and provide extra bedding so they can burrow. Don't separate happy pairs as this can cause more distress.

02/11/2023

Today is National Stress Awareness Day. Pets are amazing for helping to reduce stress and anxiety. Did you know, studies have shown that owning a pet helps to lower blood pressure, meaning they help with our health and wellbeing too! How do your pets help you cope with stress?

01/11/2023

Congratulations to our winner of our competition,'name the dog'. The winner was drawn out of a hat and the name is Pumpkin. The lucky winner will be contacted later this morning. Thank you for those who entered. All money raised will go to help the charity Guide Dogs.

31/10/2023

Winter has been getting in the Halloween spirit at the surgery, with a little Halloween coat 🎃👻

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween! We’d love to see some photos of you and your pets enjoying spooky season below.

29/10/2023

What have you and your pets been up to over half term? We would love to see some photos
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28/10/2023

This is Benny who was enjoying a little head massage by our student nurse Emma, after his castration operation. He was really enjoying it and was so relaxed.

27/10/2023

Today is National Black Cat Awareness Day! We love black cats and to celebrate this purrfect day, we’d would love to see some photos of your black moggies below.

24/10/2023

Here are our customer survey feedback scores for September. Thank you to everyone for filling out the survey which is emailed to you following your appointment with the Vet. By filling in the survey it helps us to help you and look at ways we can improve or change. We also thank you so much for all the lovely comments for our team, it really means a lot and makes us smile 🙂

22/10/2023

Pop into the surgery over half term to meet our little Halloween mascot and have a go at guessing the name. This little dog belongs to our Nurse Cheyenne.

We are running a competition over half term where you can guess the name of the dog to win some sweets for Halloween. The winner will be announced on Halloween. All of the money raised will go towards Guide Dogs for the Blind, the CVS chosen charity for the year.

21/10/2023

Happy Caterday everyone. This fluffy cat came into see Erin our Vet recently and had a thorough examination. She of course came in with her friend Loka the dog. Erin made sure that the little cat was well looked after and the young owner had a lovely experience at the Vets.

18/10/2023

With fireworks night coming up, now is the time to start thinking about introducing a pheromone diffuser or spray, if you are concerned that your cat may get stressed. Did you know? Healthy Pet Club members benefit from 20% off selected lifetime care medications, including Feliway. Give us a call on to join your pet to the club today or find out more at thehealthypetclub.co.uk

16/10/2023

Did you know? On top of the benefits included in The Healthy Pet Club like vaccinatons and flea and worm treatment, you also get discounts on products, services and medication bought in practice. Healthy Pet Club members get 10% off all vet fees and products, as well as 20% off selected lifetime care medications, including Adaptil. Give us a call on to join your pet to the club today or find out more at thehealthypetclub.co.uk

16/10/2023

Please be aware our phone lines may be down tomorrow morning from 9am - 12noon
Please use this temporary number 0118 2346458
Sorry for any inconvenience

13/10/2023

Congratulations to our competition winners for October- Hank and Hugo. We love the personalised pumpkins. Hank and Hugo look very proud of them. Their photo will appear on our practice TV screen for the next month🎃👻

12/10/2023

Today is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. Did you know? For you pet, being a little overweight can lower their quality of life and can affect their ability to perform natural behaviours such as grooming or playing. 🐱 Check out these top tips on managing your pet’s weight here https://bit.ly/3RnxBl5

10/10/2023

Once the bangs and whooshes start, it can be tricky to calm pets who are firework phobic. Thankfully, there are plans which can be put in place before fireworks season starts. Check out these top tips from The Healthy Pet Club on helping your pets stay calm during fireworks season: thehealthypetclub.co.uk/fireworks

09/10/2023

It’s competition time again. It’s a spooky time of the year so our theme is Halloween. Please post your photos with your pets name by the end of the week
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05/10/2023

Here is our Bella Moss hygiene score for September.

Each month we audit and check the practice to see where our hygiene levels are against the Bella Moss foundation criteria.
If you would like to find out more about the Bella Moss foundation please follow the link below

https://www.thebellamossfoundation.com/

02/10/2023

This adorable little puppy is Bella, who was having lots of cuddles with Kat one of our lovely receptionists. Bella had come in to the surgery to see a Vet for her 1st vaccinations.

02/10/2023

Unfortunately on Friday we had a cat brought into us, deceased, following a suspected road traffic accident (RTA) 😔💔

He was a male entire tabby cat, no microchip, quite large.
Found knowsley road area.

If you believe this to be your cat contact the practice on 0118 942 8240 and/or email in a photo to [email protected] so we can help identify him for you.

28/09/2023

Throwback Thursday
Please show us some photos of how cute your pets were when they were young 🥰

Address

19 School Road, Tilehurst
Reading
RG315AR

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 1pm

Telephone

+441189428240

Website

https://activevetcare.co.uk/our-practices/tilehurst/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=Yext

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Videos

This Bennu who got into a bit of mischief recently. He came in for vomiting but on X-rays we were suspicious he had eaten something he shouldn’t have. Vets Ari and Erin used the gastroscope to remove hairbands and part of a shower puff from his stomach! We are pleased to say Bennu is doing very well and recovered well from his escapade

****Its competition time*** Every month we will be running a photo competition. The top four winning photos will appear on our reception computer screen to be featured for the month where our clients and staff can admire them. Please send us your photos in the comments and include your pets name. By posting a photo you give us consent to use it in the practice. The winning photos will also be posted on Facebook so keep your eyes peeled. We can’t wait to see your amazing photos. ***This month’s competition title is Summer Holiday***Please post your photos by the 8th July.