Riversmeet Veterinary Centre

Riversmeet Veterinary Centre Riversmeet Veterinary Centre is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company). We have two locations for your convenience, Tamworth and Atherstone.

We have particular experience in orthopaedic surgery (bone, joint and spinal surgery), soft tissue surgery, eye problems (ophthalmology), skin problems (dermatology), arthritis management and cancer treatment. Riversmeet offers many advanced surgical procedures both to our clients and to other veterinary surgeons by referral. These include spinal surgery, fracture repair, joint surgery, laparoscop

ic key-hole surgery (including spays), and arthroscopy. Both are RCVS (Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons) accredited small animal practices. The Tamworth surgery is also a registered Veterinary Nurse Training Practice. Riversmeet Veterinary Centre has been established for over 100 years. We offer the choice of eight full time experienced veterinary surgeons who working together provide a wide range of veterinary skills to care for your pet. See our services page for more information. Each member of the team has their own area of special interest allowing us to provide a high standard of clinical care for our clients. Most of our vets are studying for or have achieved advanced veterinary qualifications.

11/07/2025

Talking pesky parasites in cats 🪱 🐈

Cats can get roundworm and tapeworm by accidentally eating their eggs, and it’s important to take preventative treatment by giving them a regular wormer.

Symptoms of worms include:

🐈 Weight loss
🐈 Eating more
🐈 Diarrhoea
🐈 Tapeworm segments (which look like grains of rice) in your cat’s poo

If you have any concerns or questions about worming your cat, get in touch.

09/07/2025

It's going to be VERY hot over the coming weeks!☀️

While it means longer evenings (and a great excuse for an extra walk with your pooch), there are precautions owners need to take to keep pets safe on hot days.

Share your pictures in the comments of how your pets stay cool in summer ⬇️

Some of our team spent the day at Edition Dog Live and had the pleasure of meeting TV vet Dr Scott Miller! 🐾It was a day...
06/07/2025

Some of our team spent the day at Edition Dog Live and had the pleasure of meeting TV vet Dr Scott Miller! 🐾
It was a day full of all things Dog, from the latest in canine care and doggy diets to exciting new products and expert advice 🐶

🐢💚 Madge’s Egg-xtraordinary Day! 💚🐢This is Madge, a lovely 52-year-old Horsfield tortoise, who came to see us after layi...
05/07/2025

🐢💚 Madge’s Egg-xtraordinary Day! 💚🐢

This is Madge, a lovely 52-year-old Horsfield tortoise, who came to see us after laying an egg at home a few days ago.

Today, X-rays revealed she still had 6 more eggs inside. To help her pass them safely, we administered medication and we’re happy to report she successfully passed the remaining eggs under our care! 🥚✨

This is a great reminder that even older tortoises can retain eggs, and it’s important to monitor them closely during the breeding season—even when the eggs are not fertile.

Well done, Madge! She’s now resting comfortably and back to being her charming self.

📸 Swipe to see her X-ray and the eggs!

🐾🐾 Atherstone refurb update - extended closure🐾🐾We’re sorry to advise that there have been unexpected delays in progress...
04/07/2025

🐾🐾 Atherstone refurb update - extended closure🐾🐾

We’re sorry to advise that there have been unexpected delays in progress, meaning we need to remain fully closed for one more week.

Therefore, Atherstone will be closed w/c 7th July, reopening Monday 14th July. There will be no staff onsite during this time for appointments or medication collection.

We remain available and ready to assist with appointments, prescriptions requests and medication at our Tamworth site. Please pop in, or give us a call on 01827 63841.

We thank you for your ongoing understanding and patience. It’s much appreciated.

📢 Did you know that a flea can live from between 14 days to one year and a female can lay up to 50 eggs in one day – tha...
27/06/2025

📢 Did you know that a flea can live from between 14 days to one year and a female can lay up to 50 eggs in one day – that’s 1500 in a lifetime!

We believe preventative treatment is the best course of action for fleas, ticks and worms, that’s why we include year-round treatment for cats and dogs in our Pet Health for Life plan.

Signs that your pet might have fleas:

🐶🐱 excessive scratching
🐶🐱 small red bumps or bite marks
🐶🐱 hair loss or dry skin from scratching
🐶🐱 tiny black specks in fur, bedding or furniture.

Learn more here >> https://ow.ly/wSr350WhCrP

26/06/2025

Did you know that dental disease is one of the most common health problems we see in rabbits? 🐇🦷🪥

That’s why, during , we’re highlighting some top tips to keep your bunny’s teeth in top shape!

‼️ATHERSTONE CLIENT REMINDER‼️As we move into the next phase of our refurbishment, we’re unable to keep the site open wh...
26/06/2025

‼️ATHERSTONE CLIENT REMINDER‼️

As we move into the next phase of our refurbishment, we’re unable to keep the site open whilst offering a safe service to clients and patients. Therefore Atherstone will be completely closed w/c 30th June. There will be no staff onsite for appointments or medication collection.

Our Tamworth team will be happy to help either face to face, or over the phone on 01827 63841.

Please allow additional time when requesting repeat medication, and don’t collect until you receive a text message advising where and when the prescription is ready.

Our Atherstone site will reopen on Monday 7th July, with continuing appointment restrictions in the short term.

Thank you for your ongoing patience.

23/06/2025

It’s Rabbit Awareness Week, and we’re hopping on board to share some simple housing tips to help your rabbits live their best life! 🐰🏡

🐾 FOUND DOG – PLEASE SHARE 🐾We have had a dog brought to us who was found today in Fazeley. They were found wearing a bu...
23/06/2025

🐾 FOUND DOG – PLEASE SHARE 🐾

We have had a dog brought to us who was found today in Fazeley. They were found wearing a buster collar so must have a loving home somewhere but unfortunately the microchip details are out of date.
They’re safe and being well looked after, but we’d love to reunite them with their owner.

📞 If you recognize this dog, please call us on 01827 63841

Thank you for sharing!

19/06/2025

🌡️ Hot Weather Alert – Keep Your Pets Safe 🌡️

With the rising temperatures, we’re seeing an increase in cases of heatstroke, particularly in at-risk breeds such as:

🐶 Dogs: French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, Pugs, Boxers, Shih Tzus, Boston Terriers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
🐱 Cats: Persian, British Shorthair, Exotic Shorthair, Himalayan cats

These brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds struggle to regulate their body temperature, especially in hot and humid weather.

👉 To help protect your pet, we kindly ask:
• Book appointments early in the morning or later in the evening whenever possible
• Only attend the clinic if it’s medically necessary, especially during peak heat hours
• Make sure your pet has constant access to shade and cool, fresh water
• Avoid walks or outdoor time during the hottest parts of the day

🔴 Warning signs of heatstroke: heavy panting, drooling, weakness, collapse, vomiting, and in severe cases, blue tongue or gums

🚨 If you suspect heatstroke, call us immediately – it’s a medical emergency.

Stay safe and help your pets stay cool! 🐾

🐾 Keep your pet safe from parasites! We all love the great outdoors but if your pet isn't protected against pesky pests,...
18/06/2025

🐾 Keep your pet safe from parasites! We all love the great outdoors but if your pet isn't protected against pesky pests, you may find them not only living on your pet but also in your home!

We believe preventative treatment is the best course of action for fleas, ticks and worms, so why not book your parasites check today!

Learn more here >> https://ow.ly/XvGE50WbR9B

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Tamworth

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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+44182763841

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We have particular experience in orthopaedic surgery (bone, joint and spinal surgery), soft tissue surgery, eye problems (ophthalmology), heart problems (cardiology), skin problems (dermatology), arthritis management and cancer treatment. Riversmeet offers many advanced surgical procedures both to our clients and to other veterinary surgeons by referral. These include spinal surgery, fracture repair, joint surgery, laparoscopic key-hole surgery (including spays), arthroscopy and canine total hip replacement. We have two locations for your convenience, Tamworth and Atherstone. Both are RCVS (Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons) accredited small animal practices. The Tamworth surgery is also a registered Veterinary Nurse Training Practice. Riversmeet Veterinary Centre has been established for over 100 years. We offer the choice of eight full time experienced veterinary surgeons who working together provide a wide range of veterinary skills to care for your pet. See our services page for more information. Each member of the team has their own area of special interest allowing us to provide a high standard of clinical care for our clients. Most of our vets are studying for or have achieved advanced veterinary qualifications.

Riversmeet Vets is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company). You can find our terms of use and privacy policy by visiting:

Privacy statement - https://www.mars.com/privacy

Legal notice - https://www.riversmeet.co.uk/legal-notice