The Pet Vet

05/12/2023

Our team are here for you and your pets 7 days a week! You can book your next appointment in the following ways:

🐶 Via our online portal: https://thepetvet.euw1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login
(Haven't used this before? Simply register with the email address we contact you on. Then you'll be able to view your pet's personal profile and book!)
😺 By calling or emailing us: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

03/12/2023

Congratulations to our lovely Chris and Lauren who became engaged at our Christmas Party this evening. We are so happy for them. ❤️

01/12/2023

❄️ FESTIVE GIVEAWAY! ❄️

Visit The Pet Vet Lincoln and follow the 3 easy steps in our latest post to be entered into our giveaway for a chance to win a fabulously festive Kong bundle of goodies for the pooch in your life! 🐶

All The Pet Vet surgeries will be taking part in our festive giveaway so keep your eyes peeled over the next few days and all will be revealed! 👀

14/11/2023

As of today, XL Bully dog owners can apply for a Certificate of Exemption to keep their pet. This must be in place before 1 February 2024.

Find out more: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/news/xl-bully-ban-next-steps

10/11/2023

Winter fleas. They're a thing, unfortunately!

That's right, even in the darkest depths of winter, these parasites can make yours and your pet's life an itchy nightmare. ❄️

Thanks to central heating, even in the colder months our homes stay at a warm enough temperature to support the flea's breeding life cycle.

Active infestations can take months to eradicate! This is why regular preventive treatment is so important.

All Pet Health Plan customers receive 12 months' flea & worm treatment included in their plan, along with many other great benefits: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/pet-health-plans

Unsure how to apply your pet's flea treatment? Ask our team - they'll be happy to show you!

06/11/2023

STRAY CAT ⚠️ This male cat was brought into us last week as a stray from the Rawmarsh area of Rotherham. He's not microchipped or neutered. He has a problem with his eyes which we are currently treating. Please share to help us get this lovely lad home!

04/11/2023

Having a bonfire this weekend? Remember to move it ahead of lighting it, in case any wildlife has decided to take shelter underneath.

01/11/2023

Nominations are OPEN for the Petplan Veterinary Awards! We'd be so grateful if you were able to take 2 minutes to send a vote our way.

You can nominate across the following categories:

⭐ Practice of the Year
⭐ Vet of the Year
⭐ Vet Nurse of the Year
⭐ Practice Manager of the Year
⭐ Practice Support Staff of the Year

Place your vote here: https://www.petplan.co.uk/about-petplan/vets/awards/

01/11/2023

Proud moment! Our very own Rachel, Deputy Head Nurse at The Pet Vet Rotherham 🤩

Welcome to new Provisional ABT Rachel Green who joins us as an APBC member!

The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) is a network of friendly and professional practitioners who work alongside the vet-led team with a variety of species including dogs, cats, horses, small mammals, reptiles, birds and other animals. APBC members offer a variety of in-person and remote services (including internationally).

Come and find out more: https://www.apbc.org.uk/apbc/

31/10/2023

Here are some tips to make sure tonight isn't too frightful for your pets...

🎃 Be careful with the placement of your pumpkin so your pet doesn't bump into it and burn themselves.
👻 Don't force them to get dressed up if they're not a fan of fancy dress!
💀 Chocolate is a tasty treat for us humans but toxic for our pets. Make sure they can't sniff it out.
🕸️ Keep fake cobwebs out of reach from pets. These can also pose a threat to wildlife who may get tangled if it's strung up outdoors.
🦇 For pets likely to be spooked by Trick or Treaters, build a cosy den for them at home, use plenty of positive reinforcement and reward calm behaviour with treats.

You could even pop a blanket in there sprayed with Pet Remedy. This calming spray works instantly by tricking fired-up nerve cells into thinking they are getting a message from the brain to calm.

Pet Remedy is available to buy in practice!

27/10/2023

Let's see your black cats below this ! 📸🖤

24/10/2023

Did you know you can book your pet's next appointment online? It's quick and easy to do!

👉 Simply sign up via the link below using the email address you have registered with us. Then you'll be able to view your pet's personalised portal with all their key info and get them booked in!

Access your portal here: https://thepetvet.euw1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login

19/10/2023

Meet the team! 👋 Here's Sarah - our Head Nurse at The Pet Vet Lincoln.

Sarah's main passion in nursing is dentistry and she's completed her advanced feline dentistry certificate 😸. Outside of work, she loves spending time with family and friends, and walking her dog Stuart in the countryside.

19/10/2023

There's limited availability for this fantastic talk, taking place next Monday (23rd Oct) at The Pet Vet Barnsley at 19:30! RSVP today: https://bit.ly/45APAvx

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18/10/2023

This female rabbit was brought into The Pet Vet Rotherham yesterday afternoon. She's unchipped and very friendly. She was found in someone’s back garden in Sunnyside, Rotherham (S66). Please share so we can find her owner and get her home!

17/10/2023

Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI) is a condition that affects dogs in the autumn months. It’s a rare condition but we’ve seen a few recent cases across our group.

While the cause isn’t definite, it’s thought to be linked to harvest mites and typically affects dogs who have recently been walked in wooded areas or parkland.

Symptoms of infection include:

➡️ Vomiting
➡️ Diarrhoea
➡️ Low energy
➡️ High temperature
➡️ Muscle tremors

If you suspect your dog may have SCI, you must bring them in to see us immediately. We’re open every Saturday & Sunday too, so please don’t delay bringing them in!

Book an appointment via our online portal here: https://thepetvet.euw1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login

If you haven't used our online portal before, you'll need to register using the email address you receive The Vet emails to.

16/10/2023

Bake Off got you peckish for some sweet treats? 🍰 Why not come along to one of our bake sales this Thursday? Our surgeries are raising money for Guide Dogs UK as part of their 'Get together this October' appeal. Pop along for a tasty slice!

13/10/2023

Today is Vet Nurse Day! ⭐ We're saying a massive thank you to all our wonderful Veterinary Nurses. You are so appreciated. You make a massive difference every day, through your clinical skills, the kindness and compassion you show to all the pets in our care and always going the extra mile.

10/10/2023

Today is World Mental Health Day ❤️

Here are some of our team members with their pets, sharing how they help to support their mental health.

✨Joanne - Customer Experience Manager with her horse, Isla:

“Either before or after a busy day at work, I have to go the stables to care for Isla. She always puts a smile on my face with her cheeky kisses for treats. She is my therapy along with my 2 dogs Jasmine & Parker who always provide a very warm tail wagging welcome when I arrive home.”

✨ Will - Customer Experience Manager with his partner and their lovely dogs:

“Nothing beats getting out in the great outdoors for a long hike with our spaniels: Podrick, Walter and Bessie.”

✨ Lizzie - Content Marketing Manager with border collie Meg:

“Taking Meg for a walk is my favourite part of the day. Being a collie, she needs lots of exercise. We get out together in all weathers and I always feel like a weight has been lifted by the time we get back home. She comes everywhere with me and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”

✨ Sian - Area Manager with cat Elmo:

“My cats are my everything. If I’ve had a difficult day, there’s nothing that helps me unwind more than cuddling into them and hearing their purring.”

We'd love to see pics of you with your pets below and hear about how they help you.

02/10/2023

NEW! 🎉 What better way to kick off the launch of Pet Wellness Month than by announcing that we're now offering acupuncture as a complementary therapy at The Pet Vet Doncaster! This is administered by Veterinary Surgeon Dr Julie Condrea MRCVS.

We can provide this treatment to pets registered at other The Pet Vet surgeries and we can also receive external referrals from other practices.

Acupuncture can help with the following:

☑️ Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
☑️ Intervertebral disc disease and nerve pain
☑️ Surgery
☑️ Cancer side effects
☑️ Hormonal or metabolic conditions
☑️ Trauma
☑️ Skin conditions

If your pet has a condition that you believe could benefit from acupuncture, please speak to our team on 01302 325608 or email [email protected].

01/10/2023

Today is Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Day! 🎉 We're celebrating the hard work, dedication and compassion our fabulous Customer Experience Managers and Customer Experience Co-ordinators. They're the first point of contact for all our customers, both on the phone and face to face. They extend a warm welcome to owners and their pets when they arrive and do whatever they can to ensure the smooth running of our practice. Thank you for all that you do! ❤️

29/09/2023

For any pet undergoing a dental procedure, it's important you brush up on good aftercare! 🪥 By keeping them in a regular dental hygiene routine at home, you can help to keep their teeth in tip-top shape, helping to reduce the need for future dental work.

For all pets undergoing a dental procedure, we're offering 10% off this bundle of dental products. This includes:

➡️ Stomodine: an antibacterial, soothing gel to help maintain healthy teeth and gums in dogs and cats.
➡️ Aquadent: a water additive for dogs and cats. Used in fresh drinking water, it can help to eliminate bad breath and aids in controlling plaque build-up as part of an oral hygiene regime.
➡️ Enzymatic toothpaste kit: regular brushing can help to prevent tooth and gum disease.
➡️ Plaque Off: an oral hygiene powder supplement and dental treats which help to address bad breath, plaque and tartar.

28/09/2023

⚠️ Blue-green algae ⚠️

This is highly toxic to dogs & more prevalent right now. Blue-green algae thrives in hot summer weather so the warm spell in August has caused this toxic bacteria to grow rapidly.

It can be difficult to identify but it’s most common in non-flowing, fresh water such as lakes, ponds and rivers.

Take note of any signage around any water sources advising there may be blue-green algae present. Do not let your dog enter the water! If there’s a chance they’ll try to jump in, keep them on the lead.

After exposure, symptoms can include the following:

- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Seizures
- Weakness, collapse or unconsciousness
- Disorientation or confusion
- Drooling
- Difficulty breathing

Contamination can result in symptoms or prove fatal as early as 15 minutes from the time a dog ingesting the water.

If your dog has consumed water you suspect may contain blue-green algae, they'll need immediate veterinary assistance.

27/09/2023

OFFER ENDING SOON! Last chance to secure your pet's FREE dental health check with one of our Veterinary Nurses.

Book now: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

UPDATE: Offer extended for September 2023, due to popular demand! FREE dental health checks with our Veterinary Nurses! 🪥

Us humans attend regular checkups at the dentist, and it shouldn’t be any different for our pets.
In this checkup:

🦷 We’ll examine your pet’s teeth
🦷 Show you how to spot any issues
🦷 Provide tips on how to take care of your pet’s teeth at home!

Register & book your FREE dental health check with a Veterinary Nurse: bit.ly/3Km86Qu

27/09/2023

Never seen a Guinea pig having a CT before? Well, today's your lucky day! Here's a tiny piggy going through our 128-slice CT scanner at The Pet Vet Rotherham.

20/09/2023

2 weeks remaining! This is your last chance to take advantage of our offer - 10% off the price of a Vet consult on a Friday. We still have availability for Friday 22nd and Friday 29th, but these appointments won't last forever. Secure yours while you can!

You can book via our online portal. Simply register using the email address we have on record for you. You'll be able to view your pet's profile and book their next appointment: 👇 https://thepetvet.euw1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login

19/09/2023

This week is National Pet Eye Health Awareness Week! This video shows some signs to look for when checking your pet's eyes are healthy 👀

Some pets are at greater risk of developing issues with their eyes, such as those with diabetes and pets that are brachycephalic (shorter-nosed and flat-faced).

For these pets, we’re offering the following discount this September:

➡️ A combined Vet consultation and eye pressure check at a reduced rate of £70!

Book today & secure this offer:

👀 Via our online portal: https://bit.ly/3Km86Qu
👀 By calling or emailing your local surgery: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

18/09/2023

As their name suggests, harvest mites are most active around autumn and they're a key suspect in the development of Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI).

Do you know the symptoms of SCI to watch out for? Familiarise yourself with the signs. If left untreated, this illness can be fatal.

12/09/2023

Have you used our online booking system yet?

If not, simply register with the email address we have on record for you. You'll be able to view all your pet's details, as well as check out our availability for upcoming appointments and get one booked in! 🐶🐱

Access our booking portal here: https://thepetvet.euw1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login

08/09/2023

Today is Dog Walker Appreciation Day! They give our pooches plenty of exercise and probably never have to worry about getting their daily steps in! 😂 Tag your dog walker below to share your appreciation 🤗

08/09/2023

4 things to smile about...

1 - It's Friday
2 - It's sunny
3 - Kittens exist
4 - Our FREE dental health check with a nurse special offer has been extended into September, due to popular demand! 🎉

Appointments are going fast - get yours booked in! https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

07/09/2023

The Pet Vet team will be exhibiting at The Pen*stone Show this Saturday! Come over and say hi. We'd love to meet you (and your dog, of course). This will be a great day out for all the family, and it looks like we'll still have this lovely sunshine! ☀️

Tickets can be purchased here: https://pen*stoneshow.com/

06/09/2023

SPECIAL OFFER! 👇

Eye health checks are important for all pets, but some more than others…

For example, pets with diabetes, who are prone to developing cataracts. And those that are brachycephalic (shorter-nosed and flat-faced pets), who are more likely to develop ocular issues.

For these pets, we’re offering the following discount this September:

➡️ A combined Vet consultation and eye pressure check at a reduced rate of £70!

Book today & secure this offer:

👀 Via our NEW online portal: https://thepetvet.euw1.ezyvet.com/external/portal/main/login
👀 By calling or emailing your local surgery: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

02/09/2023

WE'RE FINALISTS! 💫

We're so excited to share the news that our Lincoln practice has been selected as finalists in the 2023 Practice Design Awards! Our Lincoln surgery is the newest in our group. We love the fact it's such a light, spacious and welcoming environment; for our customers, their pets and our colleagues alike!

01/09/2023

Today is Ginger Cat Appreciation Day! 🧡 Let's see your ginger kitties below 📸

26/08/2023

Today is International Dog Day! 🐶🐾 Here are some of our team members with their pet pooches. What are your pups up to today? We'd love to see below! 📸

23/08/2023

Here's our lovely Veterinary Surgeon Maria with tiny sausage Frankie who came along for her 2nd vaccinations to complete her course so she can start to explore the big wide world! 🌍 Ok, maybe starting with her garden first...

21/08/2023

August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month!

If you've spotted any of these signs in your pet, book an appointment with our team.

https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

19/08/2023

Did you know 85% of cats over the age of 3 have active dental disease? 😱

Our team are here to help keep your pet's teeth in tip-top shape. We're offering a FREE dental health check with our Veterinary Nurses this August!

In this checkup:

✅ We’ll examine your pet’s teeth
✅ Show you how to spot any issues
✅ Provide tips on how to take care of your pet’s teeth at home!

Book your appointment today: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact-us

26/05/2023

If your pet's teeth could do with a little TLC, take advantage of our June special offer and get them booked in to see one of our Veterinary Nurses!

✨ Save up to 33% on the price of a scale and polish, PLUS receive 10% off any other dental procedures!

Book online today: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/locations/rotherham