Priory Vets

16/08/2024

It's National 'Tell a Joke' Day!
We would love to hear your best animal related jokes or puns (but please, keep them clean 😉). Please share them in the comments below!

15/08/2024

KITTEN UPDATE 😻

The kittens are now 5 weeks old and getting so big! They have started weaning themselves on to solid foods and, as you can see from the food around some of their mouths, they are very much enjoying this new stage!

14/08/2024

The very handsome Denzil came in for a weight check for his flea and worming prevention with the nurse. What a glorious, happy smile he has!

12/08/2024

**REUNITED**

We have had a tortoise handed in to our Tadworth surgery who was found on Colley Hill. Unfortunately they are not chipped. Please call if you think they may be yours.

11/08/2024

🚨 : Temperatures set to hit above 30 degrees across parts of England

As the UK Health Security Agency issues a yellow heat-health alert, we're urging pet owners to take extra precautions to protect their pets from heat-related conditions - including heatstroke, burnt paw pads, sunburn, and breathing difficulties.

Check out our top tips to keep your pets safe 👉 https://ow.ly/rAT450PHngG

Met Office BSAVA

09/08/2024

Delores injured the skin on her paw when she skidded trying to catch her ball. It was decided that giving the wound some Phovia light therapy treatment was the best way forward to help her getting back chasing her ball again! Phovia is a specially formulated topical gel which is used in combination of an LED lamp to support the skins natural regeneration process. It is gentle and non invasive and can be used on a variety of skin conditions from wounds to different types of dermatitis.

08/08/2024

Today is International Cat Day! Here are some of our staffs feline family members. We would love to see some photos of your cats too, so please do share them in the comments below 😻

07/08/2024

Congratulations to Gem on becoming a fully qualified RVN. Well done Gem! We are all very proud of you 🎉🎉

05/08/2024

Grass seeds are a common problem over spring and summer months. Whilst your pet is enjoying the outdoors, grass seeds can easily brush off onto your pet’s body. As they have pointed ends, the seeds can easily become embedded in to your pets skin or travel into your pets ears, eyes or nose.

If your dog has a grass seed stuck in their paw, ear, nose, eyes or skin, you may notice your dog:

- Licking their paw constantly and vigorously
- Has a painful swelling between their toes
- Shaking their head
- Pawing at their ear or rubbing it against surfaces after a walk
- Suddenly and violently sneezing
- Has redness, swelling or discharge in their eye
- Chewing or licking at a sore spot on their skin

If left untreated, grass seeds can cause a variety of problems from minor irritations to conditions that require surgery.

The pictures below are before and after photos of grass seed removals from the patient's eye, plus the grass seeds in question!

If your pet is showing symptoms of having a grass seed being stuck or embedded, please do give us a call.

03/08/2024

UPDATE , all 4 kittens are now just over 3 weeks old and are all very mobile and playful. Today is when they will be upgraded from a carrier den to a much larger dog crate.

01/08/2024

We wanted to take the time to congratulate our wonderful Deputy Head Receptionist, Jennie, in completing her Gold AVR diploma in client care. Well done Jennie, you absolute star!

25/07/2024

Update on the little hand rears that our nurse Laura is looking after. They are 2 weeks old today and thriving. Each developing their own little personalities. All eyes are open and they can now waddle around with full tummies.

24/07/2024

***LOST DOG*** this little guy was found at the end of Evesham road. No chip or tag, Please contact us if you think he's yours. He's very friendly and loves a cuddle.

24/07/2024

Is your pet suffering with painful joints or struggling with their mobility?

At Priory Vets, we offer 'Pain Management Clinics'. These clinics are designed to fully review all aspects of management of pets with painful joints or mobility issues. During the consultation, lots of different areas of your pets life will be reviewed, including diet, exercise and medication. A medication review may be suggested alongside additional therapeutic options such as hydrotherapy and acupuncture.

Pain management clinics last 45 minutes and cost £150 (includes the first acupuncture treatment if appropriate).

Consultations are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. If you would like to get booked in or would like any more information, please give us a call.

22/07/2024

Heart problems can occur in a cat or dog of any breed or age. However, there are some breeds which are more prone to specific heart problems.

At Priory Vets, we offer 'Healthy Heart Clinics' with our fully trained and experienced nurse, Laura. These clinics are designed to screen breeds at risk of heart disease, in the hope we pick up affected animals before they progress to heart failure. They include a clinical assessment with our nurse and a blood sample.

If you would like to know more or would like to get your pet booked in for an appointment with Laura, please do give us a call.

19/07/2024

A reminder on how to keep your pets cool as the temperatures soar again today!

As the weather has finally started to resemble summer, it is important that we give our beloved companions a helping hand in keeping cool. Here are some handy tips on how to do this -

- Make sure there's plenty of water available for your furry friends. Older animals, particularly cats, are vulnerable to dehydration.

- Never leave your dog (or any pet) alone in a car – even with the windows open. Even if it is a relatively cool 22°c outside, the internal temperature of a car can reach 47°c within one hour.

- Avoid exercising your dog during the heat of the day. If it's very warm or if your dog struggles in the heat, avoid taking them for a walk altogether.

- Frozen treats, such as flavoured ice cubes or Kong's filled with frozen food are a great way to keep pets cool while keeping their minds busy.

- Small pets will also need plenty of shade and may benefit from being brought indoors in the hot weather

- Pale coloured dogs and cats are vulnerable to sunburn, particularly on their ears, noses and sparsely haired areas. The best prevention is to keep your pet indoors when the sun is strongest, between 11.00am and 3.00pm. Alternatively, cover vulnerable areas, or regularly apply a sun cream specifically for pets that does not contain zinc oxide or PABA.

- Groom longer haired animals regularly to remove excess hair.

- Animals can suffer fatal heatstroke within minutes. Obvious signs of heatstroke include collapse, excessive panting or breathing heavily, and dribbling. If you suspect your pet may be suffering from heatstroke, move them in to a shaded area, apply room temperature (not cold) water to their skin, encourage them to drink slowly and contact your vet immediately.

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/pets/how-to-keep-pets-cool-in-summer

19/07/2024

Laura, one of our nurses, is currently hand rearing 4 kittens. They need 3 hourly feeds, so Laura has been bringing them to work with her. We have all thoroughly enjoyed having cuddles with these very little bundles of joy!

18/07/2024

The very adorable Summer came into see us at Reigate this week, she was such a good girl and stole all of our hearts! 🥰

17/07/2024

At Priory, we are proud to have dedicated nurse clinics. These clinics are suitable for smaller procedures, such as a**l gland emptying, post-operative checks, second vaccinations and nail clipping. We also offer more specific nurse-led clinics, such as Senior Pet Health Clinics.

Senior Pet Health Clinics are designed for cats over 10 years old and dogs over 8 years old. These clinics have a longer appointment time, which allows us to provide a full health assessment so we can detect early signs of geriatric conditions. In the clinics, we carry out a full top to toe assessment, check blood pressure, take blood samples and perform a basic urine test. Spotting abnormalities early can lead to a longer, happier life for your pet.

If you would like to know more or you would like to get your pet booked in, please do give us a call!

11/07/2024

The team at Tadworth were smitten with lovely Arlo who came in for his vaccination this morning. He absolutely nailed the puppy dog eyes!

09/07/2024

Does your pet have itchy, flaky, or inflamed skin? Our nurses can help get to the bottom of their skin conditions by attending one of our Skin Clinics.

Treatment options range from:
- Light therapy
- Topical treatments and supplements
- Veterinary prescribed products such as immunotherapy and systemic medication.

Our Skin Clinics are £50.00 and include:
- 30 minute nurse consultation
- Skin scrapes & hair plucks
- Full Examination of your pets skin

If you would like more information or you would like to get your pet booked in for a consultation with one of our nurses, please give us a call.

07/07/2024

It's world Chocolate Day! While this is great news for us humans, its a good time to remind everyone why chocolate can be so dangerous if consumed by our four legged friends. Some dogs find the smell and taste of chocolate irresistible (do you blame them?), so it’s up to us to keep it out of paws reach at all times.

Chocolate is bad for dogs and too much can be toxic or even deadly. Chocolate contains theobromine, which is a chemical that is similar to caffeine. Dogs are particularly sensitive to theobromine and it can be poisonous to them in large enough amounts. Theobromine can make dogs unwell in a number of different ways, but its main effect is to cause an overstimulation of their muscles, including their heart.

Plain or dark chocolate tends to be rich in theobromine and is likely to be more toxic than most other types of chocolate. Cocoa powder is high in theobromine and can have an even higher theobromine content than dark chocolate.

If your dog has eaten chocolate, you must call your vet practice straight away so that they can try to work out if your dog has eaten a toxic amount. To help your vet, try to find any packaging that might give some information on the type of chocolate that’s been eaten (dark, plain, milk, white etc.) and how much has been consumed. You can also contact the Animal Poison Line who can calculate this for you too and advise whether your dog needs to be seen. https://www.animalpoisonline.co.uk/

04/07/2024

The beautiful Amber came in for her second vaccination this week at Tadworth, she was very brave and an absolute star!

02/07/2024

We had this lovely girl handed in to us over the weekend, she was found in Watermead Communal Gardens (KT20). She was pregnant when handed in to us but has since had her kittens. She is not microchipped or wearing a collar. If you think she may be yours, please give us a call.

02/07/2024

We have had a black and tan female German Shepherd brought in to us who was found in the Horley/Charlwood area. She is not wearing a collar or tag. She is microchipped but the details are not up to date. She is being collected by the dog warden this morning. Please give us a call if you think she may be yours.

28/06/2024

Here is a before and after photo of the lovely Buzz who recently had BOAS surgery to help open up his airways.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝘆𝗰𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲 (𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗦)?
Dogs with a flat, wide-shaped head are said to be brachycephalic (‘brachy’ meaning short, and ‘cephalic’, meaning head). The soft tissue in the nose and throat of some brachycephalic dogs may be excessive for the airways, partially obstructing the airway and making it difficult for them to breathe normally (causing heavy panting or noisy breathing). This condition is known as BOAS and is a progressive disorder that can impair a dog’s ability to exercise, play, eat and sleep.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗺𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗦?
May make a lot of noise when breathing, even at rest, which may sound like snoring, snorting or wheezing
May show signs of struggling to breathe, including excessive panting, laboured or heavy breathing - the chest and stomach may heave when breathing
May not be able to exercise normally and might have to rest on walks
Might have a blue or grey tinge to their gums (a sign of low blood oxygen)

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 (𝗥𝗙𝗚)
The Kennel Club and University of Cambridge's Respiratory Function Grading Scheme assesses Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Pugs for BOAS. The scheme advises owners if their dog is affected by BOAS and gives guidance to breeders on how to lower the risk of producing affected puppies. Dogs can be assessed from the age of 12 months and this should be repeated every two years for their lifetime, or until you stop using them for breeding.

At 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝘀, we are now offering RFG assessments, with Amanda, as part of this scheme. The cost of each assessment is £60 and will take approximately 30 minutes.
If you would like to get your dog booked in for an assessment, please give us a call.

https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/health-and-dog-care/health/health-and-care/a-z-of-health-and-care-issues/breathing-problems-brachycephalic-dogs/

https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/health-and-dog-care/health/getting-started-with-health-testing-and-screening/respiratory-function-grading-scheme/

27/06/2024

This cheeky duo, Fang and Fawks, had a fun time exploring one of the consult rooms at Reigate when they came in for a weight check with the nurse!

26/06/2024

Sadly, we have had a deceased dog handed into our Tadworth surgery this afternoon. They were involved in a road traffic accident on the Dorking road. They are a female, black smooth haired mini dachshund. She is microchipped but not wearing a collar. We haven't been able to get to through to the number the chip is registered under. Please call us on 01737 812496 if you think she may be yours.

26/06/2024

As the weather has finally started to resemble summer, it is important that we give our beloved companions a helping hand in keeping cool. Here are some handy tips on how to do this -

- Make sure there's plenty of water available for your furry friends. Older animals, particularly cats, are vulnerable to dehydration.

- Never leave your dog (or any pet) alone in a car – even with the windows open. Even if it is a relatively cool 22°c outside, the internal temperature of a car can reach 47°c within one hour.

- Avoid exercising your dog during the heat of the day. If it's very warm or if your dog struggles in the heat, avoid taking them for a walk altogether.

- Frozen treats, such as flavoured ice cubes or Kong's filled with frozen food are a great way to keep pets cool while keeping their minds busy.

- Small pets will also need plenty of shade and may benefit from being brought indoors in the hot weather

- Pale coloured dogs and cats are vulnerable to sunburn, particularly on their ears, noses and sparsely haired areas. The best prevention is to keep your pet indoors when the sun is strongest, between 11.00am and 3.00pm. Alternatively, cover vulnerable areas, or regularly apply a sun cream specifically for pets that does not contain zinc oxide or PABA.

- Groom longer haired animals regularly to remove excess hair.

- Animals can suffer fatal heatstroke within minutes. Obvious signs of heatstroke include collapse, excessive panting or breathing heavily, and dribbling. If you suspect your pet may be suffering from heatstroke, move them in to a shaded area, apply room temperature (not cold) water to their skin, encourage them to drink slowly and contact your vet immediately.

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/pets/how-to-keep-pets-cool-in-summer

17/05/2024

We have had an elderly, black and white, female cat handed in to our Tadworth surgery. She is microchipped but unfortunately we have been unable to reach anyone on the details provided. She was found in the Beechen Lane area of Lower Kingswood. If you think she may be yours, please call us on 01737 242190. Photo evidence will be required.