White Cross Vets, St Helens

26/06/2024

Rabbit Awareness Week will be taking place from 24th - 28th June 2024!

We will be joining in by promoting rabbit welfare with a focus on nutrition.

Keep an eye on our Facebook for some handy tips and hints for keeping your rabbit happy and healthy

25/06/2024

STRAY - PLEASE SHARE

We have had an entire male brought into us last night, found on Knowsley Road - near the Vauxhall garage . He is chipped but we cannot get hold of the owners. If he is yours or you now who he belongs too, please contact the practice on 01744 410 777.

Thank you

24/06/2024

With the temperatures rising please be aware of the signs of heatstroke in your pets, heatstroke can potentially be lethal especially in flat faces and brachycephalic breeds. If you think your pet has heatstroke contact your Vets immediately. Stay safe everyone 🌞🐾

24/06/2024

24/06/2024

MISSING - PLEASE SHARE from Jakes owner

"Jake got out this morning. He is 1 an a black Bengal with ear tufts and white whiskers, very anxious and scared and the quickest cat I’ve ever come across. Please can you keep an eye out for him in any nooks and crevices in gardens etc he will not respond to call when he’s scared. He only eats cheese as a treat if you see him. He is missing from the Brooks by the BOC plant in Haresfinch. Last seen heading up Washway Lane in Green Leach direction. He is an indoor cat with no road sense. Please can anyone who lives in the area or know someone that does keep an eye out for a very worried me please.

** Please do not approach him as he will run. try to take a picture if you can and get in touch ASAP"

Please call the practice on 01744 410 777 if you have any information. Thank you.

20/06/2024

Here at White Cross Vets St Helens we are extremely lucky enough to have a group of fantastic nurses. Many of them have achieved further qualifications in their chosen areas.

We would like to take this opportunity to tell you a bit about our nurse clinics.
Staring with Max who is our dental nurse.

Max has a certificate in Advanced Veterinary Nursing (CertAVN)

‘I have a keen interest in anything tooth related & am passionate about veterinary dentistry and oral care having completed an Advanced Nursing Certificate in dentistry. I provide dental clinics where I can assess your pets' teeth and oral health, discuss what a dental procedure entails, how it is carried out and advise oral homecare techniques including products that are best suited for your pet. The practice also offers a nurse led scale & polish carried out under general anaesthetic which includes a full oral assessment and dental x-rays.’

If you would like to book a dental clinic with Max please call the practice on 01744 410777

For those clients on the wellness plan nurse consultations are FREE!

14/06/2024

Meet handsome Max😍Here he is visiting us for a nail clip with our nurse Anna. He was such a good boy and enjoyed making himself at home 🥰🐱🐾

11/06/2024

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We have had this entire male cat brought into us as he has been found in the Alpine Close area of St Helens. Unfortunately he is not microchipped so we are unable to contact his owner. If you think he may be yours please contact us on 01744 410777. Thank you x

31/05/2024

Woody, British Short Hair has been missing since 31 May 2024. identibase runs a UK wide lost pet service for its microchipped pets.

31/05/2024

May is veterinary nurse awareness month

We would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the wonderful, super skilled vet nurses we have here at White Cross vets St Helens.

We would like to introduce you to Courtney .

Hi I’m Courtney, a Veterinary Nurse working between St Helens and Widnes White Cross Vets. I have a keen interest in exotic patients and I’m working towards my small mammal certificate.

From a very young age I’ve always wanted to work in the Veterinary profession because of my passion for animals and caring nature. I have 12 animals myself, which are a cocker spaniel, bearded dragon, 2 rabbits, 2 guinea pigs, 3 hamsters and 3 turtles, they all keep me very busy caring for their needs outside of work.

29/05/2024

Guy, Domestic Short Hair has been missing since 10 May 2024. identibase runs a UK wide lost pet service for its microchipped pets.

28/05/2024

FOUND - PLEASE SHARE

Unfortunately we have had a deceased entire male cat brought into this morning - found on the East Lancs. He is not chipped and has black and brown markings.

If you think he may be yours or know who he belongs too, please contact the practice on 01744 410 777.

Thanks

23/05/2024

May is veterinary nurse awareness month

We would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the wonderful, super skilled vet nurses we have here at White Cross vets St Helens.

Hello I’m Ellie, a student nurse at White Cross St Helens!

After studying animals for 3 years prior, this motivated me to become a member of the veterinary sector and challenge myself to gain a deeper understanding of patient care. I enjoy all aspects of veterinary nursing including preventative medicine and emergency care. I particularly enjoy consulting.

Although I struggle with my health, I was happy to find a fantastic and supportive practice, which has played a big part in helping me progress with the ultimately difficult veterinary nurse degree (along with all the animals of course).

My studies extend outside of work as I am constantly learning and gaining new information to use on a day to day basis. I’m always thrilled to meet everyone’s chosen family members and assist them in any way I can.

Thanks for reading and perhaps I’ll see you soon :)

21/05/2024

May is veterinary nurse awareness month

We would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the wonderful, super skilled vet nurses we have here at White Cross vets St Helens.

Mollie is our Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA). She has been with us for 6 months but been working in practice since 2021, with a short break teaching animal care. Mollie has a bachelor's degree in Zoology and is completing a master's degree in Animal Nutrition. In her spare time, Mollie enjoys going to the cinema, music events and long walks with her cocker spaniel, Woody. She is looking forward to her training to become a registered veterinary nurse.

She is pictured here giving Chester a snuggle.

20/05/2024

May is veterinary nurse awareness month

Continuing with our 'meet the nurses' we would like to introduce you to Anna.

Anna loves nursing all species but has a real passion for improving the welfare of the small furries and wildlife that come to the practice. She has a special interest in ferret care and this has led her to devote her time to running ferret clinics and devoting a social media account solely dedicated to ferret care. She has delivered CPD to veterinary professionals to help improve the treatment of ferrets in general practice.
She has completed an advanced nursing programme in small mammal and wildlife.
When not in work she can be found spending time with her pet ferrets or looking for bats with her bat detector.

20/05/2024

Willow, Domestic Short Hair has been missing since 19 May 2024. identibase runs a UK wide lost pet service for its microchipped pets.

19/05/2024

May is veterinary nurse awareness month

Continuing with our 'meet the nurses' we would like to introduce you to Louise.

Louise is our senior nurse here at White Cross St Helens.

She qualified as a nurse in 2012 but has worked in practice for several years previously.
She has a keen interest in behaviour and has completed various extra study in the area - most recently gaining her certificate in small animal behaviour. Her interest in behaviour started with her old Collie, Maggie who hated coming to the vets (and lot's of other things!) It sparked a passion to help other worried dogs feel less scared coming to the practice. She now works with pets and their owners on common behaviour concerns during special behaviour consults. She also works behind the scenes to ensure vet visits are as low stress as possible for all our patients, particularly our pets staying in for surgery.

At home, Louise has two dogs. Betty - a 14 year old Springer Spaniel cross & Jimmy an 8 month old Cavalier King Carles Spaniel. She also has cat (Pixie) and two human children. Her hobbies include spending weekends in Wales with the family at their caravan where the dogs love a trip to the beach or the lake for a swim.

17/05/2024

Well done Bear for being so brave after his surgery to remove a huge cyst!

It was great to see him back last week for his final post op check with our ferret nurse Anna.

He was back to his cheeky snuggly self!

17/05/2024

Bruce, Domestic cat (hair length unspecified) has been missing since 26 April 2024. identibase runs a UK wide lost pet service for its microchipped pets.

16/05/2024

May is veterinary nurse awareness month

We would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the wonderful, super skilled vet nurses we have here at White Cross vets St Helens.

Our nurses are involved in every aspect of patient care when your pet comes to visit the surgery.

It takes a special kind of person to become a vet nurse.

Let's meet your nurses ..........

Starting with Andrew.

Andrew is our head nurse and works between the St Helens and Widnes branches. He has worked in veterinary practice since 2008.
He completed his VCA and ANA award before qualifying as a registered veterinary nurse in 2015.
Andrew holds a diploma and certificate in consulting , a certificate in Veterinary practice management and a Merit award in wound management.
He is currently studying a certificate in physiotherapy and rehabilitation along with a diploma in veterinary business management.
Along with working full time in practice, Andrew sits on the Nursing board and enjoys sharing his knowledge through teaching.
He enjoys all aspects of nursing but his favourite things are wounds management, consulting , geriatric dog clinics and all thing osteoarthritis.
When not at work Andrew enjoys spending time with his dogs, traveling and Disney.

14/05/2024

We are really excited to be launching our new ferret wellness plan to help keep our ferret patients healthy while saving owners money.

Our ferret wellness plan is only £16.50 per month per ferret and includes -

- Unlimited Veterinary consultations
- Unlimited nurse consultations
- Yearly distemper vaccination
- Microchip
- Reduced price vasectomy
- 6 monthly blood glucose check
- 20% off suprelorin implants
- 20% off surgical neutering
- 20% off lifetime meds
- 20% off dental procedures
- 20% off toys

Please call the surgery and ask for Anna for more information.

08/05/2024

Theo, Domestic Long Hair has been missing since 7 May 2024. identibase runs a UK wide lost pet service for its microchipped pets.

07/05/2024

*** FOUND *** - OWNER NOW FOUND

We have sadly had a deceased entire black and white male cat brought into us this morning. He was found on Eccleston Street, unfortunately he is not microchipped so we are unable to contact his owners. He has a white chin and chest with small white socks on his front legs and long white socks on his back legs. If you think he may be yours please contact us on 01744 410777. Proof of ownership will be required. Thank you x

02/05/2024

Hedgehogs are nocturnal and will usually be active at night. 🦔

You might see one during the day if their nest has been disturbed or they're struggling to find food.

Sometimes it's a sign they are sick or injured and need your help. Here's how to tell: https://bit.ly/3QgT8yq

29/04/2024

🌸May Bank Holiday🌸

A reminder we will be closed on Monday 6th May. Please contact our our of hours provider Vets Now for any emergencys. Please also give us plenlty of notice for any prescriptions or food required as the bank holiday may affect our deliverys.

Thank you!

26/04/2024

Eli, Breed not listed (Feline) has been missing since 25 April 2024. identibase runs a UK wide lost pet service for its microchipped pets.

25/04/2024

FOUND - PLEASE SHARE

We have had a neutered male DSH brought into us yesterday, he is chipped but the details are not up to date. If you think he may be yours or know who he belongs too please contact us on 01744 410 777.

Thank you

22/04/2024