Beechwood Veterinary Centre

18/08/2024

Marvelous Moose came in to stay with us for the day for his general anaesthetic to have a lump removed from under his left eye.

He was a champ and was super brave for the whole team!💗😊

17/08/2024

Black Cat Appreciation Day 17th August

Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day! This is Zippy who belongs to Beth's family (our student veterinary nurse). Zippy loves soaking up the sun and having a good snooze.

Make sure to show us how your black cats are celebrating their day in the comments below...

15/08/2024

Luna came in to see our nursing team for her weight check. Luna is only 4 months old and is growing quickly each month so we are having her in for monthly weight checks to ensure she gets the correct dose of flea and worm protection. We will do this until she reaches her adult weight.

We are also building lots of positive experiences, getting her used to meeting new people and their pets, helping increase her confidence.

Luna enjoyed some biscuits and was very happy to see everyone 😊🥰

14/08/2024

*Missing cat*

A ginger and white cat has been missing since Monday morning. He has a microchip but no collar. 9 years old and neutered. Local to Shinfield area. If you have any information please call the practice on 0118 927 2999.

Thank you.

14/08/2024

Here's what you thought of us in July! Thank you for your feedback😊

13/08/2024

Did you know you could benefit from 20% discount on selected lifetime care medications for your cat or dog when you’re a member of The Healthy Pet Club?

Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

12/08/2024

We have had a female cat bought in with her young kitten.

- No microchip

- brown and white

please call 01189272999 and please provide proof of ownership.

12/08/2024

You may recognise these beautiful cats below from our most recent cover photo... meet Arthur (left) and Guinevere (right) who came to visit the Beechwood team recently to have their neutering surgeries🩺

They were both very well behaved, loved our yummy selection of foods and had lots of play time and attention from the veterinary team😁🥰

12/08/2024

Thank you for everyone who shared their star pet with us to update our Stars of Beechwood board. When you are next in to the practice, please take a look to read all the newest stars!☺️

If you would like your pet to be shared on our board, you can share your pet, just email your pet's name, photo and why they are a star, to [email protected].

Thank you😊⭐️🌟

09/08/2024

LAST CHANCE TO ENTER YOUR STAR PET⭐️🌟✨

If you have not already shared your favourite picture of your pet to be put on our Beechwood Stars notice board in our reception area, please post below in the comments...

Thank you🥰

08/08/2024

Imagine you are deaf...you can’t hear your smoke alarm or alarm clock. You can’t hear your text messages. You miss out on social interactions. That’s what life is like for deaf people, and it can be very isolating.

A hearing dog can make a big difference. You can help our charity of the year – Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – help a deaf person leave loneliness behind, by adding a donation via Pennies when you pay by card. Just a small donation can help deaf people escape isolation and reconnect with life. Thank you.

06/08/2024

The Healthy Pet Club!

Did you know you get 10% off all vet fees and products with a Healthy Pet Club membership?😯😊

Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

02/08/2024

This is Patch! He came in for a vaccination, microchip and flea and wormers! He passed with flying colours 🙂 such a good boy 🥰

01/08/2024

☎️📞PHONES DOWN 📞☎️

Due to technical issues with Zoom, our phones are currently not working. If you need to get hold of the practice urgently, we are contactable via our practice mobile (07502 619 248).
If it’s a non-urgent query, please wait until our call phones are back up and running.

Thank you!

01/08/2024

Lola came in to see one of our vets for head shaking.

We sedated her to get a better look in both her ears to see what we could find... it was a grass seed hiding in there, no wonder she was shaking!😯

Grass seed injuries are a common problem for dogs during summer months. When looking up close at some grass seeds, they can have tiny arrowheads which attach themselves easily to an animal's fur and can burrow into the skin.

Breeds with hairy ears and hairy feet are more at risk if walked in meadows or woodlands where these grasses commonly grow in abundance... like the lovely Lola!

We advise you to check your pet's feet and coat after a walk, especially if they have been through areas with grass! Other symptoms that may indicate they have a possible grass seed or foreign body include...

- Head shaking
- Licking feet or toes
- Pain/discomfort
- Lethargy
- Limping
- Red, sore, swollen or bleeding wound

If you think your pet may have a grass seed or possible issue, please call us on 0118 927 2999📞

31/07/2024

FEELING HOT HOT HOT🥵☀️

With the weather really heating up this week, it's important to try and keep our pet's as cool as possible. Hugo is enjoying some watermelon to keep him hydrated and fresh (Note: watermelon flesh is safe for dogs to eat, please remove the seeds (can cause blockages) and the outer green skin (rind, can cause gastrointestinal upset) and throw away.

TIPS:

1. Access to fresh cool water at all times
2. Walk your dog at cooler times in the day, first thing in the morning or late evening.
3. Access to cool mats/shade/cooler areas. You can wrap a frozen ice pack in a towel where your pet can lay on it to cool down (do not leave ice pack without being wrapped as it will be too cold on your pet's skin). Cover hutches/cages with a light reflective cover to keep it cooler or move to a shaded area with a wind flow.
4. Do not leave in a car! Cars can get very hot very quickly and it can be fatal even just a few minutes.
5. Provide cool treats, frozen treats etc.
6. Grooming and keeping coats shorter can help with keeping cooler.
7. Air con/fans to circulate the air. Shutting your curtains and blinds can help keep the heat out too.

SIGNS OF HEATSTROKE:
Heatstroke is a state of hyperthermia (elevated core body temperature above the normal range) resulting in heat injury to tissues. Heatstroke occurs when heat generation exceeds the body’s ability to lose heat.

Signs to look out for:

General Dogs + Cats --> Heavy panting, even when not exercising. Breathing problems, particularly in flat-faced dogs (bulldogs etc). Tiredness. Stiffness or an unwillingness to move. Dribbling. Confusion. Vomiting and diarrhoea can have blood in it. Agitation/disorientation. Red gums or tongue.

Rabbits + Guinea pigs --> Panting. Laboured breathing. Flaring of the nostrils. Excess salivation. Reluctance to move. Lying outstretched on the enclosure floor. Seizures or coma may occur.

If you think your pet is suffering from heatstroke:

1. Take your pet somewhere cool, ideally a well ventilated area or use a fan. Offer them cool water (do not force them!).

2. Apply or spray tepid/cool water onto the animal’s fur and skin. Then apply a fan/fanning to maximise heat loss. Wetting down the area around your pet can also help.
(Don’t use ice-cold water or ice as this may worsen the problem)

Please call us on 0118 927 2999 immediately to get advice.

Heatstroke is an emergency! Even if your pet looks like they may be recovering or you just suspect they might have heatstroke they should still always be checked by a vet to be safe. 👍‼️

26/07/2024

Today marks the start of the Summer Olympic Games hosted in Paris, the City of Love.❤😍

Fun fact: a whopping 32 sports will be played at the Olympics this year, with an estimated 45,000 volunteers helping out at the games!

Will you be watching the Olympics this year? Comment below with your favourite sport!

25/07/2024

**UPDATE: Owner found and dog reunited**😀

*FOUND DOG*

We have had a member of the public hand in a female greyhound found on Howth Drive in the past 30 minutes. She is microchipped but isn’t registered so we have no details to contact the owner. She doesn’t have any injuries and is safe with us here.

Please call us on 0118 927 2999 if this is your dog or if you have any information to help, thank you.

24/07/2024

AWARD TIME!🎖

Each year, our team is asked to pick a specific clinical area to focus on and aim to improve. For the past year, our clinical focus was dentistry. We learned a lot! This allowed us to improve our knowledge of feline and canine dentistry, including dental nerve blocks, dental x-rays and extraction techniques. In turn, this has enabled us to provide even better care for our dentistry patients.

Last week, we were awarded with a certificate of achievement award for the successful completion of the dentistry clinical excellence project. We also all got some chocolate and biscuits goodies😊

24/07/2024

It's time for an update...

Please post below your pet in the comments with their name and why they are a STAR!🌟

They will then be shared on our notice board in our reception waiting area (Note: by posting in our comments you are consenting to us sharing them).

We will also create a big collage of all the pets entered on our Facebook and Instagram page for everyone to see and enjoy🥰

We can't wait to see your stars!😇

24/07/2024

Our chosen charity is Hearing Dogs for Deaf People!☺️

Deafness is rising in the UK; by 2035, it is estimated that one in five British people (over 15 million) will experience hearing loss.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a national charity that trains dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds like the smoke alarm, alarm clock and even a baby’s cry. Their burgundy coats also act as a visual reminder to the public when they are out and about that their partner is deaf.

Donations raised through Pennies when you pay by card help support Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Just a small donation can make a big difference!



😊

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23/07/2024

All of us here at Beechwood Veterinary Centre are celebrating 12 years being accredited as a Silver Cat Friendly Clinic! 🙀😊

The veterinary team always ensure we handle, care and treat all cats with compassion and understanding to make their medical treatment or hospital stay as stress free and supportive as possible.
😻❤
If you would like to read more information in to what makes a Cat Friendly Clinic, please see the international cat care website at: https://catfriendlyclinic.org/

23/07/2024

Here are our newest cover photo winners, enjoying their well earned toys! Thank you for the update 🥰😍

23/07/2024

Here's what you thought of us in June! 👍
Thank you for all your feedback. ☺️

19/07/2024

Morse is showing us how to clean our teefy pegs (proper name: teeth) 🦷

Cleaning teeth can be a bit scary, but with plenty of positive reinforcement and reward, it isn’t so bad…🥰

If you are a member of the healthy pet club, at your pet’s 6 month health check, our nurses can help you with the technique and provide advice on general dental hygiene for your pet.

Morse wishes you happy brushing🦷🤩

18/07/2024

The lovely Lottie came in for her final post-op check today after her spay procedure.😇

She was super brave and took it all in her stride. We are so pleased to sign her off from her surgery today, bearing in mind she slowly "springs" back to her normal routine!🥰🫶

14/07/2024

Sleepy Sundays!💗

Belle has been enjoying her Sunday snooze in her radiator bed!🤩

What’s your pets favourite place to sleep?💤😴

05/07/2024

*BLACK AND WHITE CAT FOUND IN WOODLEY*
We have a cat that has been handed in. He is quite underweight and appears to be in his older age. Please contact the practice on 0118 927 2999 if you think this may be your cat.

05/07/2024

*COVER PHOTO WINNERS📸*

We are delighted to announce the newest winners of our cover photo to Guinevere and Arthur who stole our hearts!

We will giving them both a little present to say well done🤩
Thank you for all your entries, we loved seeing them all.