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The Practice is a Small (Companion) Animal practice, devoting its time to the care and welfare of domestic pets, ranging from cats and dogs, rabbits and various cage pets, to birds, fish and 'exotics' such as reptiles and amphibians.
The practice will be closed on Thursday the 13th June due to a scheduled power cut. We kindly ask you to avoid coming to the practice for food or medication collection on this day. We will have a phone line available for emergencies, and we will be able to treat such cases at a neighbouring practice. Details of which we will provide as needed, we apologise for any inconvenience
The team at Mainstone 🐾
Kitten brought into practice (checks over well). No microchip, found in shootash area. If you think it could be yours please call us 🐱
CONGRATULATIONS BOSUN! 🥇
Bosun recently completed his puppy party course and received his certificate! Let’s have a big round of applause! 👏🏻
Bosun and Arthur enjoyed their puppy party together. Lots of fun was had and we look forward to seeing Arthur again soon in preparation for his own certificate!
It's turning into BBQ season!
We hope you have a fun but safe time with your furry friends making burgers! 🍔
Do you have any Bank Holiday plans with your pets? Leave us a comment and show us what you're up to! 🐰
DO NOT FEAR, OUR NURSES ARE HERE 🦸♀️
Here at Mainstone Veterinary Clinic, our fantastic team of nurses are always on hand to provide your pet with the best care (and cuddles) during their visit/stay.
When you drop your pet off for surgery, one of our nurses will be there to admit your pet and get them settled ready for their procedure. ❤️
When your pet is taken out into our preparation room, you can guarantee our nurses are comforting them whilst they have bloods taken. 🧡
When your pet is poorly and admitted for treatment, you can count on our nurses to provide them with reassurance and cuddles whilst they administer their medication. 💛
Our nurses will be there for your pet and care for them as if they were their own. 💚
Has your pet received love and care from one of our nurses? If so, we'd love to hear about it! Comment below, you can even post a picture of your pet! ⬇
MAINSTONE GARDEN UPDATE 🌱
The team have been busy dedicating a recent Saturday morning for a spot of gardening. Looks like our efforts have paid off, the Morning Glory plants have begun to sprout in the compost that was made by ourselves!
MEET TIO! 🤍
Tio had his first visit with us for his second vaccination and health check! Isn’t he adorable? 🥰
We look forward to seeing little Tio grow! 🌱
VETERINARY NURSING AWARENESS MONTH - GET TO KNOW OUR NURSES 💚
Sophie Hutton RVN
Sophie qualified in February 2023, having previously completed a masters in Applied Zoo Biology. She has cats and dogs of her own and previously had rabbits including a giant continental! Sophie enjoys all aspects of nursing including inpaitent care and anaesthesia. 🩺
Question time! We've asked all of our nurses...
Why did you decide to become a Veterinary Nurse?
Sophie said: 'I always wanted to work with animals, originally I wanted to work within ecology and conservation, or the zoo industry, but in 2020 decided to get into vet nursing. Although it was scary changing careers, it was the best decision for me and love my job. I love taking care of everyone's pets and making sure they have the best care while they are with us.'
Say hi to Sophie when you visit Mainstone! 👋
🤍 GUINEA PIG LOVE 🤍
Say hello to little Mable who recently visited us for a lump removal, having a post-operative cuddle with our nurse, Emily. Mabel has since re-visited for her post-op checks and is recovering well!
Well done Mable! 🐹
VETERINARY NURSING AWARENESS MONTH - GET TO KNOW OUR NURSES 💚
BIANCA YORK RVN CertVNECC
Bianca qualified in 2015, and has since gone on to achieve a certificate in emergency and critical care, bereavement care and further training on anaesthesia. She is currently undertaking a certificate on small animal nutrition along with one of our Vets.
Bianca has launched our puppy parties this year and is enjoying meeting the large variety of pups graduating every month - from very large to tiny. She also has a particular passion for nutrition and weight clinics, and runs these weekly, enjoying celebrating the successes along with the owners! She also has a particular love of all things cat - especially the ones with a little spice...(like her own)! 🐈
Bianca welcomed her daughter into the world early 2022, and so is currently working part time, alongside the fulltime job of being a mum. She has a cat and guinea pigs at home.
Question time! We've asked all of our nurses...
Why did you decide to become a Veterinary Nurse?
Bianca said: 'With an interest in animals at school, I did my work experience at several vets to watch the roles of the Veterinary Surgeons and Nurses. I fell in love with the role of a nurse due to the close contact with clients, being able to support and educate, as well as the caring side with the patients.'
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Don't risk ticks this season! Join our Pet Health Club today 🐱
VETERINARY NURSING AWARENESS MONTH - GET TO KNOW OUR NURSES 💚
JENNY BILLET RVN
Jenny is a familiar face in our nursing team. She has been working for Mainstone Veterinary clinic for the best part of 20 years! After leaving her role as Head nurse in 2021 to have a baby, she has now returned part-time.
Whilst enjoying most aspects of the varied job roles that nursing offers, she has a fond love of cats and enjoys nothing more than caring for them in the clinic. Any of a slightly more feisty feline patients that need a little taming during their visit to us, Jenny is the person to ask! 🐈
In her spare time she now enjoys spending some quality time with her daughter and getting outside, usually visiting the beach. 🌊
Question time! We've asked all of our nurses...
Why did you decide to become a Veterinary Nurse?
Jenny said: 'I always knew that I wanted a science based career and had always found great reward for caring for animals big and small growing up. Following a weeks’ work experience in a veterinary practice at the age of 17 and witnessing the role of the veterinary nurse, I decided this was the career I wanted to pursue.'
Say hello to Jenny next time you're in the clinic! 👋
Don't forget that if you're a member of our Pet Health Club, you recieve 10% off of selected diets. Visit myfamilyvets.co.uk/shop or give us a call to find out more!
SEEING DOUBLE! 👀
Meet Trevor and Petal, who recently came to us to be castrated and spayed. The pair enjoyed snuggling up to one another during their recovery. Aren't they beautiful? 😻
Also meet, Spud and Skye! These pair of Labradors came in recently for separate procedures but we think that you can agree they look super cute as neighbours! 🐶
ONE MONTH TO GO...
This is a reminder to ensure that your cat is microchipped before the 10th June 2024 as part of a new legal requirement in England.
Contact the clinic to book or if you have any questions regarding microchipping. 🐈⬛
VETERINARY NURSING AWARENESS MONTH - GET TO KNOW OUR NURSES 💚
EMILY GLOVER RVN
Emily qualified as an RVN in 2019 and started at Mainstone in January 2023. Emily loves her role as an RVN here at Mainstone and thoroughly enjoys inpatient care and anaesthesia.
Behind the scenes, Emily is also responsible for our social media, keeping our clients up to date with what's going on at Mainstone and ensuring your pets get their claim to fame on our page! As well as social media, Emily is there to oversee that when the time comes, your pet is cared for after they pass and your choice of cremation is taken care of. Emily will send you a sympathy card and arrange paw prints or fur clippings if this is something you would like. 🌈
Outside of work, Emily has a Dachshund, a Shetland pony, a brood of chickens and a koi pond, all of which keep her very busy! Emily is also getting married next month! 👰♀️
Question time! We've asked all of our nurses...
Why did you decide to become a Veterinary Nurse?
Emily said: 'I decided to pursue a career in veterinary nursing after growing up with plenty of animals. We used to have six dogs, as well as small furries and I would always enjoy caring for them and tending to their individual needs. I enjoy spending my days caring for people's animals as if they were my own whilst they're poorly or need veterinary care, providing them with comfort and support.'
Say hello to Emily when you next pop in! 👋
VETERINARY NURSING AWARENESS MONTH - GET TO KNOW OUR NURSES 💚
Tara Smith RVN ISFM certFN
Tara qualified as an RVN in 2012 and started at Mainstone in September 2021. Tara is our Head Nurse and will claim she has the best nursing team who she thoroughly enjoys working with. Tara enjoys working with cats and gained an ISFM certificate in feline nursing in 2019. She is also our cat advocate in the practice that helps us maintain our silver cat friendly award status. 🥈
Outside of work, Tara owns a cat whom she hand reared from 3 weeks of age. In the past she has owned dogs, rabbits, fish and a budgies!
Question time! We've asked all of our nurses...
Why did you decide to become a Veterinary Nurse?
Tara said: 'I decided to become a veterinary nurse as I loved being around animals. I really wanted to care for them and make a difference. I take pride in the fact that I can be apart of their journey by making sure they are kept safe and nursing them back to recovery is always rewarding.'
Say hello to Tara when you visit us next! 👋
🌎 WORLD HAND HYGEINE DAY 🖐
The World Health Organisation (WHO) run a global campaign annually called SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands. Today is an annual day to focus on the importance of improving hand hygiene in health care and to bring people together in support of hand hygiene improvement globally.
We would like your participation this World Hand Hygiene Day by using these techniques when washing your hands! 🖐🧼
We’re hiring! 🩺
To apply, please visit:
https://ivcevidensia.co.uk/current-vacancies/Primary-Care-Vet-Nurse/77367b9b-c94d-4302-9a7e-0dfcc2bd3483
May is 'Walk in the Woods Month!'
Share a picture of your dog enjoying their favourite spot! ⬇🌲
*STRAY DOG*
We’ve had a stray dog handed in to us this morning. Entire male, Jack Russell Terrier.
If you believe he may belong to you, please contact the clinic on 01794153157.
Identification will be required.
👩⚕️ IT'S VETERINARY NURSING AWARENESS MONTH 👩⚕️
This year, the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) is celebrating 20 years of campaigning during the month of May to raise awareness of veterinary nursing.
It is a very challenging time for the veterinary profession so it is vital that veterinary nurses everywhere are championed!
Keep your eyes peeled this month for more Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month content!
BEAR HUGS 🐻
This is Teddy, who has recently been poorly and stayed with us to receive veterinary treatment. Teddy loved giving our nurses the best cuddles! Here is our Head Nurse, Tara having some cuddle time with Teddy. Turn your volume up to hear the purr (and some snacking)! 🔈
The team would like to wish Teddy a speedy recovery! 🩶
Have you tried our Vetpro range yet?
Pop in to the clinic to see our Vetpro stand or call us for more information on 01794513157.
Need to update your pets microchip details? Here's how ⬇️
🌟 EXCITING JOB OPPORTUNITY 🌟
Are you an RVN looking for a fantastic new venture?
Come and join our team!
We are looking for an RVN (registered veterinary nurse) to join us full time (40hrs per week - 1:5 Saturday mornings).
If you are interested please contact us at [email protected].
Love the team at Mainstone 💗
SUGGS'S STORY 🪵
*CAUTION: GRAPHIC IMAGES*
Recently, our team had an unusual emergency on their hands when Suggs got into a bit of a pickle on his walk. Sugg's owner heard a snap but Suggs continued to run but returned with a very sore left eye. When Sugg's was bought to the clinic and examined by our vet, Alison, Sugg's eye was very swollen and a large foreign body was found.
Suggs was admitted for surgery, where the foreign body was found to be a piece of stick and it was suspected that Suggs's eye may have been ruptured. After some tricky surgery, involving an ultrasound to help remove the piece of stick, Suggs's eye was intact but had suffered quite extensive corneal damage. Suggs's had a contact lens put in place to help with comfort and protection post surgery.
Suggs has since been visiting for check ups after his incident to make sure his eye is healing well!
Well done Suggs and the Mainstone team! 💛
🖥 VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST WEEK 🖊
This week marks Veterinary Reception Week and we're celebrating our wonderful team!
Our receptionists are often a first and last point of contact when you visit the vet and are an essential part of the team. The care that they contribute greatly affects the success of the practice. We want to thank our team - Debbie, Emma, Amy, Charly and Jane for their outstanding care and dedication!
Well done girls! 💚
Mainstone
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| Monday | 8:30am - 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 6:30pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 12pm |
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BEAR HUGS 🐻 This is Teddy, who has recently been poorly and stayed with us to receive veterinary treatment. Teddy loved giving our nurses the best cuddles! Here is our Head Nurse, Tara having some cuddle time with Teddy. Turn your volume up to hear the purr (and some snacking)! 🔈 The team would like to wish Teddy a speedy recovery! 🩶
Have you tried our Vetpro range yet? Pop in to the clinic to see our Vetpro stand or call us for more information on 01794513157.
It's definitely the best feeling leaving the vets without having to pay for your appointment or routine treatment! 🤩 Join our Pet Health Club today at www.thepethealthclub.co.uk or contact the team for more information. #thepethealthclub #phc Pet Health Club
WE HAVE A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT...⭐️ We are proud to announce that our very own vet, Alison Hammond is a finalists in the 2024 Petplan Veterinary Awards for Vet of the Year! Alison has worked at Mainstone Veterinary Clinic for many years and is a highly respected, dedicated and compassionate member of our team. The care she provides for her patients is always of her utmost importance along with the hard work devoted to the many environmentally-friendly campaigns she has initiated in the practice. The recognition she has achieved, by becoming a finalist, is truly deserved and regardless of who wins she will 100% be a firm winner to all of us. Alison and the Mainstone Team would like to thank you for all of the nominations! We wish Alison the best of luck! To read more about the awards and view all finalists, visit https://www.petplan.co.uk/about-petplan/vets/ @Petplan_UK #PetplanVetAwards
Don't forget to bring your unused or out of date antibiotics to us for safe disposal! 🐈 #AntibioticAmnesty
We're taking part in the Antibiotic Amnesty 2023, but what is it all about? Watch this video to find out more on how you can take part too! 💊 #AntibioticAmnesty
🏆 RAFFLE WINNERS 🏆 One of our wonderful work dogs Dexter wanted the pull the raffle for our 3 prizes from Dogstival. Our lucky winners have been contacted and will be collecting their prizes! Thank you so much to everyone who entered we managed to raise £130 for our chosen charity, Vetlife. Well done Dexter! 🐶❤️
To prevent gut stasis (guts stopping) in rabbits after surgery we often assist with their feeding to ensure they have food going through 🐰 We try and keep the room as calm and voices as gentle but encouraging as possible, it is quite a special moment for all involved as you really feel close to your patients at this point 🥰 Here is Herbie having an assisted feed on recovery after his dental treatment, groom and complimentary nail trim. As you can see he is taking this very well indeed 😻
🐇 Meeting species specific needs 🐇 Here is gentle boy Marco enjoying a post general anaesthetic syringe feed 😻 🐾 We left the excited Vet and Nurses voices in this video for you to enjoy the moment with us 🐾
Pet Awareness Month 🐾 Monty 🐾 🐾Monty is a Cocker Spaniel who will be 10 in June. He is an absolute joy, so affectionate, a non stop wagging tail, and thinks everyone is his friend. He had an accident Christmas 2018, dislocating his knee and rupturing his cruciate ligament. After surgery and months of physio it was recommended he had hydrotherapy. He started at K9 Aquacise in Romsey last March with 'Aunty' Pam Stokes and absolutely loves it...goes once a week now and can't wait to get into the water. It's good all round exercise for him as he can't run and play with other dogs any more. Pam Stokes is part of the wonderful Hampshire Search and Rescue Dogs team, last summer Monty took part in a fund raising Swimathon, completing 40 lengths!! Would certainly recommend swimming for dogs Monty never wants to come out of the pool!!' 🐾
