Christopher Carter Veterinary Surgery

07/09/2024

Update: we have found the owner x

We have had a young (1-2years) ginger entire male cat brought in needing medical attention. He is not chipped, was found in Coxford road.

Please call us as soon as possible if you believe he is your cat, or comment here. Our phone lines go over at 11:45.

06/09/2024

Please bear with us today and over the next week, our walls are being repainted 🎨

Unfortunately we also have a vet on sick leave today so please bear with us as we have a limited number of appointments available today ☺️

As always, thank you for your patience

04/09/2024

We have had a female puppy brought in, found Birch Road last night 10pm by the duck pond. No microchip or collar. Please let us know if you believe she is your puppy 🐶

15/08/2024

Uodate: he has unfortunately passed away :(

We have had a cat brought in that requires medical attention. He is a black and white neutered male cat, found on Foundry Lane. No chip. Please call us as soon as possible if you believe he is your cat.

30/07/2024

We have had a male shepherd cross dog with a collar handed in this afternoon, found on Coxford Road. He is microchipped but its not registered, please contact us if you believe he is your dog. He will be going with the dog warden if not claimed 🙂

15/07/2024

Due to staff illness we are currently working with 2 less vets than normal, please bear with us 🤒🩺🩵

For any non urgent queries or appointment requests please ring later this week or feel free to email 📧☎️

Thanks in advance for your understanding 🫶🏼

24/06/2024

Little Fraser came in to see us today for his 2nd vaccine and was an absolute superstar 🤩🩵🐶🥰

Proper socialisation of your pets to the practice when they’re young, is key in preventing fear related issues in the future 🙈💉😅…….. with young dogs like Fraser some tasty treats always helps 🦴😋🍗

Once they have had their 2nd vaccination puppies can do out on walks and start to meet new dogs- though they should avoid areas of stagnant water for a further 4 weeks 🦮💧🗓️

It is important to note what without this 2nd vaccination puppies are not fully vaccinated and so not protected against various deadly diseases ‼️⚠️‼️⚠️

For any questions regarding your pets vaccination please contact your veterinary surgery 👩🏼‍⚕️💗📞

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24/06/2024

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We've had a four-day hot weather warning in the UK. If it's going to be hot where you live, please don't walk your dog in the heat. Walk them either early in the morning or late at night.

We'll be posting some top tips on how to keep your dog cool, so stay tuned.

Stay safe in the heat. ❤️

21/06/2024

‼️⚠️*important information regarding tomorrows services* ⚠️‼️

We sadly do not have a veterinarian tomorrow due to illness, our nurses and reception team will be there to triage any concerns over the phone; please note if we believe your pet needs to be seen we shall divert you to another local practice. 💛👩🏼‍⚕️🩺💊💉

For any non-urgent concerns or requests regarding medication please call Monday ☎️💊📞

19/06/2024

Please bear with us today, as we are having a computer upgrade 🖥. Our computers might be slower and phone lines busy as a result.
If you have a non urgent query or request for medication, please send us an email or phone us tomorrow. ☎️

Thanks all for your patience 🌞

31/05/2024

‼️⚠️*important information regarding tomorrows services* ⚠️‼️

We sadly do not have a veterinarian tomorrow, our nurses and reception team will be there to triage any concerns over the phone; please note if we believe your pet needs to be seen we shall divert you to another local practice. 💛👩🏼‍⚕️🩺💊💉

For any non-urgent concerns or requests regarding medication please call Monday ☎️💊📞

11/05/2024

With the warmer weather upon us once more, it is time for a friendly reminder to take care in the heat. ☀️🔥☀️🔥

The temperature this year has rapidly increased, so while it is not extremely warm yet, be mindful that humans and animals are not used to the increased temperature - animals can take up to 2 months to acclimatise to the heat. 🔥🐶🐱

Please ensure there is always fresh water available and that your pets are NEVER left unattended in a warm area at home or in a hot car! ❌🧊🚗💧

10am-5pm is usually the hottest time of the day so please do not walk your dogs in the sun between those hours 🦮🌅🐩🏙️

We are already seeing some heartbreaking cases of heatstroke so please be aware of symptoms to be concerned about:
• Excessive panting and drooling
• Difficulty/noisy breathing
• Reddish gums/tongue
• Unable to stand
• Restlessness and thirst
• Tremors or seizures
• Vomiting
• Uncoordination/drowsiness

If you suspect your pet is suffering from heatstroke, seek veterinary treatment ASAP as early intervention is essential in heatstroke cases 🐕💊🐈‍⬛🌡️

29/03/2024

Happy Easter 🐣🩵🐰💐

Just a reminder that our surgery is now closed until the April 2nd for a much needed break. During this time our phones will divert call to the out of hours service vets now ☎️👩🏼‍⚕️

If you are at all worried that your pet is unwell please contact a veterinary professional, vets now work around the clock to provide care for patients whilst we’re closed 🐾🐶🩻🐱🩺🐰

The closest vets now locations to us are the Southampton and Wi******er branches:

• Southampton- 64 W End Rd, Southampton SO18 6TG, Call 023 8178 9673.

• Wi******er- The Dean, Alresford SO24 9BH, Call 01962 807498.

See you after Easter!! 🫶🏼

25/03/2024

We are shut this weekend from 7pm on Thursday until 8:30am Tuesday morning. If you need to collect repeat medication before the weekend, please give us a call so we can get this ready for you in time.

While we are closed, VetsNow will be providing emergency cover over the weekend.

Happy Easter! 🐰🐣

18/03/2024

*update: he has been collected and taken to the local dog warden in Portsmouth 🐶🩵

We have had a male staffy type puppy brought in who was found in St James Park. He is about 4 months old, tan with light eyes, and is not microchipped unfortunately. Please give us a call if you believe he is your dog.

20/02/2024

We have had a very poorly neutered male cat handed in this afternoon, found on Cheviot Road. He is grey and white, with a white stripe down his face.

Please contact the surgery if you believe he is yours.

19/02/2024

Did you know that February is dental awareness month❓🦷😁

Yes, brushing pets teeth really is the best thing to combat dental disease and bad breath!! 👅🪥

Okayyyy maybe brushing your pet’s teeth isn’t always possible, but there are a variety of products to help combat dental disease and bad breath with our furry friends 🐶🪥🐱👀

Top tips:
📍 Be patient- the process of getting your pet used to dental cleaning takes as long as it takes, rushing any step may cause aversions toward you touching their mouth and in severe cases aggression!

📍 Praise, praise, praise- positive reinforcement will allow your pets to be more receptive to the unfamiliar experience.

📍 Start slowly- use a small amount of the products on our fingers and gradually increase to the recommended amount, this will allow your pet to get used to the taste and experience.

📍 ONLY pet toothpaste- human toothpaste contains fluoride that can upset our furry friends’ stomachs and cause them to fall ill.

Ideally the earlier the better when starting to brush your pet’s teeth, socialising puppies and kittens to a dental care routine will make it much easier in the future- but it’s never too late! Research shows that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats develop periodontal disease by the age of 3!! 🪥‼️

Any questions please contact your veterinary surgery ☎️🩺👩🏼‍⚕️

18/01/2024

New legislation from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has changed the way in which medications and treatments are dispensed from the beginning of this year (2024).💊🩺🐶 The updates now mean that in order to prescribe medications veterinary surgeons need to carry out a clinical assessment and physical exam. 🐱👩🏼‍⚕️🐾

This includes flea and worming prescriptions, so your pet might need to be seen before receiving treatment. 🪰🪱🦟🐛

If you have any questions please call your veterinary surgey ☎️



*** Just to clarify, once a clinical exam has been performed and the medication authorised the treatment will be available for the authorised time period. This may be available for up to a year for parasite treatment but may not be possible with prescription drugs such as antibiotics or pain relief (as they may not be regular treatments). ***

14/01/2024

04/01/2024

27/12/2023

We have another opportunity for a professional and friendly person to join our team as we have a second member of staff going on Maternity leave, so require help for a year as an Animal Care Assistant. This is an excellent position for someone thinking they would like to train as a Veterinary Nurse as it will give you the best grounding in this area before finding a training placement. Our ideal candidate will have some Animal Care knowledge or training but this is not essential and some previous front of house and customer care experience with familiarity of Microsoft windows & office suite. As a customer facing role, you will need to be warm, friendly, professional with a good sense of humour and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position is to support the team and will involve all aspects of reception cover, assisting the Vets and Nurses with caring for the patients and supporting the team with a high level of hygiene. You will be organised and show a good eye for details, as well as being compassionate & understanding. Full training will be given to the right candidate.

Job type: One year’s contract to cover Maternity Leave.
Full time 40 hours preferred but part-time for the right candidate will be considered. Salary up to £21,673.60 per year for a 40 hour contract.
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount.
Schedule:
• Monday to Saturday
• Shift work between 8.00 a.m – 7.00 pm

Apply in writing with your CV to [email protected]

Closing date for application 05/01/2024

24/12/2023

Happy Christmas Eve everybody 🎄✨🎁🎅🏼

Just a reminder that our surgery is now closed until the 27th of December for a much needed break. During this time our phones will divert call to the out of hours service vets now ☎️👩🏼‍⚕️

If you are at all worried that your pet is unwell please contact a veterinary professional, vets now work around the clock to provide care for patients whilst we’re closed 🐾🐶🩻🐱🩺🐰

The closest vets now locations to us are the southampton and Wi******er branches:

• Southampton- 64 W End Rd, Southampton SO18 6TG, Call 023 8178 9673.

• Wi******er- The Dean, Alresford SO24 9BH, Call 01962 807498.

See you after Christmas!! 🫶🏼

22/12/2023

As we have already had quite a few cases of little paws getting into things they shouldn’t here’s a friendly reminder on common Christmas culprits ! ⚠️🐾🎄🎁

Swipe to see what’s toxic to pets and they effects they can have if eaten 👀 >>>

If you are suspicious that your pet has eaten anything they shouldn’t have it is VITAL to contact your veterinary surgery IMMEDIATELY as some toxins can be fatal!! ❗️⚠️❗️⚠️

14/12/2023

Meet Smudge, an active and typically full of beans 3 year old Cocker Spaniel 🐶 He had always been a happy and healthy boy so when he went off his food and become lethargic, his owners were immediately concerned. After a few days of him refusing food, Smudge’s owners Thomas and Stephanie sought veterinary advice and were told to bring him in straight away.

It was discovered that Smudge’s red blood cell count had dropped to just 10%. In a healthy dog, it should be around 45%. This is caused by a condition called IMHA where the body attacks its own red blood cells, something that is sadly all too common for dogs ❤️‍🩹

When a dog’s blood cell count gets so dangerously low, a blood transfusion is the best treatment 🩸 Smudge was given one and then a further two transfusions which boosted his red cells and gave time for his medication to kick in. The transfusions were a success and together with his other treatment, Smudge has made a full recovery 🙌❤️

14/12/2023

Please bear with us today as we are having some work being done to the practice, apologies for the noise disruption and any inconvenience it may cause 🔨💡🪚

15/11/2023

💊 From the 18th - 24th November it is 'Antibiotic Awareness Week' 💊

We, along with a number of other veterinary practices, are highlighting the need for the safe disposal of antibiotics. Please return as many packs of unused antibiotics so that we can dispose of these in the correct way to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance and to keep our environment safe. 🌍🐾💗

15/11/2023

Please see the below link for more information on a Veterinary Surgeon job vacancy -

30/10/2023

With fireworks being a stressful and scary experience for many of our pooches, it’s important to have a set plan for when the time comes around 🎆

Learn the key body language signs that can indicate nervous and fearful behaviour in your dog and how you can help!

https://www.adaptil.co.uk/blogs/news/understanding-your-dogs-body-language-during-fireworks

27/10/2023

Part 3 of our firework series: what to do during fireworks 🎆💥🎇

If you have any questions that have not been answered in our firework series please contact your veterinarian. 👩🏼‍⚕️🩺💗

Please note- for prescription medications your pet will need an appointment to see a vet 🗓️