Shannon Lodge Veterinary Surgery

Shannon Lodge Veterinary Surgery Shannon Lodge Veterinary Surgery is part of CVS (UK) Limited, a company which owns veterinary practices within the UK. Company Registration Number 03777473.

Shannon Lodge Veterinary Surgery is a trading name of CVS (UK) Limited (Company registration number 03777473) whose registered office is at CVS House, Owen Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4ER – www.cvsukltd.co.uk Registered Office: CVS House, Owen Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4ER.

Did you know? Serious medical conditions in pets can go undetected for up to two years without noticeable symptoms. Regu...
06/04/2025

Did you know? Serious medical conditions in pets can go undetected for up to two years without noticeable symptoms. Regular routine blood screening can help to detect ‘hidden’ disease early. Your Well Pet Blood Screen will:

- Screen for conditions such as liver disease, kidney disease and diabetes
- Help us to identify early signs of disease such as anaemia, electrolyte imbalances and protein loss

Well Pet Blood Screens are designed for pets with no outward signs of disease. They are available in conjunction with routine vaccination, six month health check, or senior pet clinic attendance.

Members of the Healthy Pet Club receive a 20% discount on the cost of screening - for more information and the full list of benefits:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club/

If cats could use the internet... 😼Humans can find our latest pet care and advice at: vetcollection.co.uk/health
03/04/2025

If cats could use the internet... 😼

Humans can find our latest pet care and advice at: vetcollection.co.uk/health

April is Stress Awareness Month, and did you know that spending time with your pets can help reduce stress and boost you...
01/04/2025

April is Stress Awareness Month, and did you know that spending time with your pets can help reduce stress and boost your mood? Whether it's a walk in the park with your dog or cuddling with your cat, pets provide comfort, companionship and unconditional love that help us feel more relaxed.

Take a moment today to enjoy the calming presence of your furry friends! 💖🐶�

Dog ownership can be an incredibly rewarding experience. From providing companionship to keeping us fit and active, ther...
26/02/2025

Dog ownership can be an incredibly rewarding experience. From providing companionship to keeping us fit and active, there are many ways that dogs enrich our lives.

When considering introducing a dog to your family, it’s important to think about what you can offer a dog in return. Taking some time to consider whether you can fully commit and cater to the needs of a dog, and choosing the right one, can help to set you up for a successful and happy relationship.

Find out more at: vetcollection.co.uk/health/things-to-consider-before-getting-a-dog/

Arthritis is one of the most over-looked conditions in our pets, with symptoms commonly attributed to “slowing down” or ...
24/02/2025

Arthritis is one of the most over-looked conditions in our pets, with symptoms commonly attributed to “slowing down” or “getting older.” These are some signs that are easily missed.

See the full list of symptoms at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/conditions/canine-osteoarthritis/

National Walk Your Dog Day was created to remind us all of the benefits of taking our dogs for a walk. We are encouraged...
22/02/2025

National Walk Your Dog Day was created to remind us all of the benefits of taking our dogs for a walk. We are encouraged to take time from our busy schedules to enjoy walks in nature with our dogs, to ensure both ourselves and our dogs stay healthy and happy.

National Love Your Pet Day is dedicated to showing appreciation for the unconditionallove and companionship our pets pro...
20/02/2025

National Love Your Pet Day is dedicated to showing appreciation for the unconditional
love and companionship our pets provide.

Whether you have a dog, cat, rabbit, guinea pig, bird or any other pet, take a moment today to reflect on the joy, comfort, laughter and emotional support they bring to you and your family 💜

Arthritis is one of the most over-looked conditions in our pets, with symptoms commonly attributed to “slowing down” or ...
18/02/2025

Arthritis is one of the most over-looked conditions in our pets, with symptoms commonly attributed to “slowing down” or “getting older.”

These are some signs that are easily missed.

See the full list of symptoms at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/conditions/osteoarthritis-in-cats/

Roses are redViolets are blueThe cat is my favouriteBut you’re ok too 🩷💙
14/02/2025

Roses are red
Violets are blue
The cat is my favourite
But you’re ok too 🩷💙

Anti-freeze contains a chemical called Ethylene Glycol, which has a sweet taste and smell that can attract cats — and do...
11/02/2025

Anti-freeze contains a chemical called Ethylene Glycol, which has a sweet taste and smell that can attract cats — and dogs too. If they find it, they might try to lick or eat it, so always ensure the lid is tightly closed and store it somewhere completely out of your pet’s reach.

Signs of anti-freeze poisoning in cats include vomiting, tiredness, unsteadiness, seizures and difficulty breathing. Once consumed, Ethylene Glycol turns into calcium oxalate crystals, which can severely damage the kidneys and often prove fatal.

If you think your cat may have ingested anti-freeze, contact your vet immediately - it’s an emergency.

❤️ It’s almost Valentines Day and we are looking for a new cover photo for the occasion to spread some love! ❤️ Post a V...
10/02/2025

❤️ It’s almost Valentines Day and we are looking for a new cover photo for the occasion to spread some love!

❤️ Post a Valentines themed picture below of your fur baby and we will choose our favourite!

❤️ Please take these in landscape orientation!

Huge congratulations to our brilliant nurse Louise Morris RVN DipAdvVNPN C-SQP on passing her Level 5 exams. She is now ...
07/02/2025

Huge congratulations to our brilliant nurse Louise Morris RVN DipAdvVNPN C-SQP on passing her Level 5 exams. She is now an advanced nurse practitioner and we are so proud of her amazing achievement! 🥳 🥂 🐶 🐱 🐇

Bonnie the rat came in to see us last week for a mass removal procedure! She’s recovering well and was a pleasure to hav...
03/02/2025

Bonnie the rat came in to see us last week for a mass removal procedure! She’s recovering well and was a pleasure to have with us, such a sweet girl! Rachel our RVN wanted to take her home as she fell love!!! ❤️

03/02/2025

On Thursday 30th January a member of public brought to the practice an entire male tabby cat (not microchipped). He was found on Quarrydale Road / Queen Street in Sutton-in-Ashfield.

If you think this may be your cat please contact the practice on 01623 442718

Many conditions we see that present as an acute problem are actually a sign of something underlying. The most common exa...
29/01/2025

Many conditions we see that present as an acute problem are actually a sign of something underlying. The most common example is an ear infection due to underlying allergic skin disease. Although we can treat the ear infection, if we don’t address the skin disease the ear will continue developing infections and, eventually, develop chronic problems. The active infection is the priority and diagnosing and managing this should be the focus of the initial consultation, however at the follow-up appointment the vet will have more time to discuss other signs of skin disease and suggest further investigations or long-term management options to help control this and reduce the likelihood of recurrent infections. This is the case for many other problems that are likely to recur or persist, such as urinary tract disease (particularly in cats), lameness, diarrhoea, or pancreatitis, to name a few.

For more information on why rechecks are important: vetcollection.co.uk/health/why-rechecks-are-so-important

This is particularly important when antibiotics are being used. We should always give antibiotics for the shortest lengt...
22/01/2025

This is particularly important when antibiotics are being used. We should always give antibiotics for the shortest length of time required to achieve a cure, however if a longer course is required this should be continuous for them to be effective and create the least antimicrobial resistance. Finishing a short course of antibiotics, seeing that symptoms recur, then restarting treatment is much less effective. This will usually require a longer total course of treatment (as bacteria will have multiplied again while
treatment was not being given) and prove more expensive.

Sometimes a condition has improved but not resolved at the time of a recheck. Your vet will know what degree of improvement is expected in a particular timeframe and be able to decide whether your pet simply needs more time, or whether treatment plans need changing. If required, medication doses may be changed or additional medications can be prescribed. The earlier it is identified that a first-line treatment is
insufficient for an individual case, the sooner we can intervene to achieve a cure
in a timely and economic fashion.

For more information on why rechecks are important:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/why-rechecks-are-so-important

Beautiful Flower found an interesting place to relax during her consultation with Radu 😍
22/01/2025

Beautiful Flower found an interesting place to relax during her consultation with Radu 😍

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15-17 Kirkby Folly Road
Sutton In Ashfield
NG175HP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+441623442718

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🎁🐾 Happy Boxing Day from All of Us at Shannon Lodge🐾🎁 We hope you and your pets are enjoying the festive season and taking time to relax after all the Christmas excitement! Whether it’s extra cuddles, a winter walk, or snoozing by the fire, we hope today is filled with joy and warmth. 🐶🐱 Remember, the holidays can sometimes bring unexpected surprises for our furry friends. If you need us, we’re here to help—check our holiday hours on our website or give us a call.

Parasites like fleas and ticks may be more commonly associated with warm summer weather - but the dangers don’t go away entirely. Find out how to protect your pet here: vetcollection.co.uk/health/autumn-pests/

Our practice is taking part in the 2024 Antibiotic Amnesty. Throughout November 2024 we are asking pet owners to return any unused or leftover antibiotic medications to us for safe disposal. Please drop off any unused medications to us at the practice. You can hand them in to a vet, nurse or the reception team. This medication might be left-over from a recent prescription, antibiotics that you didn’t need or out-of-date medication. Let’s keep antibiotics working, together! #AntibioticAmnesty #onehealth

Happy National Black Cat Awareness Day! Today we are celebrating all our black feline friends - they are most famous for being Halloween symbols, but black cats can be associated with good luck, love, and even money! Make sure to show us how your black cats are spending their day in the comments below. 🐱

You want them to have the best start in life, and so do we. Give us a call on 01623 442718 to start your pet care journey with us today.

With firework season around the corner, check out our top tips on keeping your pet safe, happy and calm. For more support and advice: vetcollection.co.uk/health/pets-and-fireworks

You want the best pet care for your furry friends, and so do we. Get in touch with us today on 01623 442718 to book your appointment.

We love taking our pets everywhere with us - but how prepared are you? Here are some of our top trips on traveling with your companions! For more information about travelling with your pet visit: vetcollection.co.uk/health/travelling-with-your-pet

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Shannon Lodge Veterinary Surgery is a single site small animal veterinary practice based in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire.

We treat companion animals and provide preventative health care and a wide range of medical and surgical investigations and treatments.

At Shannon Lodge we aim to provide a professional, friendly and caring veterinary service. Our dedicated veterinary team strive to promote and maintain the highest standard of veterinary care for our clients and their pets.

The practice was founded in 1999 by Francis Flynn MVB MRCVS. Shannon Lodge was initially established in a small premises nearby in Outram Street, Sutton-in-Ashfield, but within a couple of years the practice’s success required that a larger premises was needed.