Shaw Veterinary Centre

26/06/2024

Please remember your pets in this hot weather. Here are a few handy tips to keep your furry friends safe.

25/06/2024

We’d love to see photos of your animals cooling off in this weather!

25/06/2024

With the warmer weather please be mindful of your pets in the heat and call us immediately if you think they are suffering from heat stroke!

07/06/2024

Gorgeous Skye came in to visit today. Look at those ears 😍

06/06/2024

Only a few days to go until microchipping becomes compulsory in cats. Please contact us to book your pet in, or to check their microchip is still working. We are currently offering £10 off microchipping

05/06/2024

Bit of Wednesday fun..

31/05/2024

We are getting a few fledglings brought into the practice. As tempting as it is to bring them in, if they are uninjured it is safer to leave them where they are (in a box up high if possible) as the parents will be close by. Please see the link below for more information.

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/wildlife/birds/baby

22/05/2024

Our last but by no means least member of the nursing team is Ellie.

Ellie joined the practice last year as an animal care assistant.
Ellie has now started her training to be a Qualified Nurse. She is in her first year . Ellie spends four days a week with us learning the practical side of the job and one day a week at University learning all the theory.

22/05/2024

Please note we will be shut today between 1-2pm for staff training. Please do not come out practice at this time. In an emergency please call us on 01793881919. Thankyou

20/05/2024

Our fifth member of the team is Chloe.

She is currently studying Veterinary Nursing at Hartpury University and on her placement year working at Shaw Vets at the moment.

This job is something i’ve always wanted to do since I was younger and i’ve always loved taking care of animals. I love how rewarding this job is and love making special bonds with all the animals and getting to know all the clients. I can’t wait to fully qualify as a veterinary nurse and continue working my dream job.

18/05/2024

Do you own a bird, reptile or small furry pet? You will be pleased to know that one of our vets Becca is undertaking her certificate in exotic species - this means she will be working hard to gain even more knowledge in these animals. She is always happy to see them in clinic!

17/05/2024

The fourth member of our team is Hattie .
Hattie joined the team as an RVN in 2021 after moving to Swindon from Somerset.
Hattie enjoys all aspects of nursing and takes special interest in the new generation by working closely with the schools to encourage work experience in the practice.
In her space time she enjoys reading , countryside walks and pole dancing.
You won’t have seen Hattie since the being of the year as she has been in maternity leave with her new little girl.

16/05/2024

Meet our third Nurse in the team .
Pauline joined the team in 2017.
Pauline has worked in General Small Animal Practuce and also in large Orthopaedic Referral Centres.
Outside of work Pauline enjoys country life as she grew up on a Dairy Farm with a mixture of animals including horses.
In her space time she lives to go camping, hiking and travelling. She is currently on her travels to Peru.

15/05/2024

Dental X-rays are an important part of monitoring our pet’s teeth. This is something we can offer within the practice during our routine dental treatments.

15/05/2024

Our next team member is Jade . She joined the practice in 2021 as a qualified nurse.
Jade has completed an Animal Behaviour Diploma since joining the practice.
Jade as well as being a Nurse, also holds regular Behaviour Consults in the practice. Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding this service.
In Jade’s spare time she is busy with her own pets. Sidney the Boxer keeps her busy with a variety of training.
Jade also has Guinea pigs , cats and tortoise’s to keep her busy.

14/05/2024

Today we meet the first of our amazing Nursing team 👩🏻‍⚕️💚

This is Nikita, our Head Nurse. She has the job of leading and supporting the nursing team on a day to day basis. She also takes some responsibility for helping to run the practice and keep the highest standards.

Nikita has always wanted to work with animals and at the age of 16 joined Shaw Vets for work experience.

In 2018, Nikita did her placement year from university at Shaw and then continued working here while finishing her course. She graduated from Hartpury University in 2020 and started working as a Registered Veterinary Nurse here at Shaw before becoming Head Nurse in 2023.

In her spare time, Nikita enjoys spending time with her beloved Labradors, Lola and Millie. She has also taken home three stray kittens! Pebbles, Bertie and Teddy. 🐶 🐱

Nikita also enjoys camping, travelling and watching her husband’s band! 🏕️ 🥁

09/05/2024

Dental treatment. Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when we treat your pets teeth? Here is just snippet of Arlo when he was in for his dental last week
It’s really important to keep your pets teeth and gums healthy - phone us to book in for a consult or dental if you are worried about your pet

08/05/2024

May is Veterinary Nurse awareness month .
This month we will be meeting our amazing team of nurses. Showing you the career that is available to all. As a Veterinary Nurse we wear many hats to help the team at Shaw run smoothly. Please follow and see a snippet of what a day in the life of a Veterinary Nurse can be .

04/05/2024

Arlo and Frank who visited Friday to have their dentals 🥰🐱

03/05/2024

It’s veterinary nurse awareness month which gives us the perfect opportunity to celebrate the wide range of skills and services our nurses have to offer

03/05/2024

Friday puppy cuddles. 🐶🐶
Gorgeous Loki enjoyed lots of cuddles when in for his first vaccination today

26/04/2024

It’s National Veterinary Receptionist Week .
These are three of our 5 amazing receptionists that are the first point of call in our practice.
They provide an amazing client service and are an essential part of the team.

25/04/2024

Blue Budgie handed into the practice this afternoon. Is ringed , please contact urgently if you are missing one from the Shaw area .

23/04/2024

23/04/2024

We have had this dog handed in. Please share to help find the owner! UPDATE: owner found Thankyou

17/04/2024

With the warmer weather we have seen a big increase in stray and lost animals handed into the practice . Please make sure your animals are microchipped and the details are up to date!

17/04/2024

Please note the practice will be closed 1-2pm today for staff training. Please do not come to collect medication at this time. In an emergency please still call us on 01793 881919. Thankyou

16/04/2024

STRAY DOG found by west swindon Asda.
Microchipped isn’t registered. Please share to find his owners

13/04/2024

Jackie is currently hand rearing 4 kittens (you may see them at reception) and we need your help naming them!
We think the pure grey and the black/white are girls and the pure black and grey/white are boys.
Name suggestions below please..🐱🐱

10/04/2024

The law will soon change regarding cat microchips. We are currently offering £10 off any cat microchips - please call us to book your appointment