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☀️Bank holiday opening hours ☀️
Open Saturday 24th August - 8.30am - 12.15pm
Closed Sunday 25th August
Closed Monday 26th August
Open Tuesday as normal.
In the event of an emergency 🆘 outside of our normal opening hours, please contact VETSNOW on 01892 457918.
We hope you have a great bank holiday weekend.
The Culverden Team 🐾
Its national take your cat to the vet day 🩺
We know most cats don't like visiting us 👀
Here are some helpful tips to try and make their visit less stressful.
- cover their carrier with a towel
- cool the car down prior to taking them
- spray anti-stress/ anxiety pheromones
- we provide cat stands at all our surgeries (please use them as our feline friends like to be up high away from predators)
- leave the cat carrier out so it becomes a part of the furniture, make the carrier as comfortable as possible, using blankets, items of your clothing etc
- never travel with your cat loose in the car
- secure the basket in the car using a seat belt to prevent moving around
- keep the carrier as still as possible while walking into the practice to prevent rattling
🐱🐱Stray Cat🐱 🐱
This male entire cat has found in Lamberhurst area and has been handed into Culverden Vets.
Please share and contact us on 01892520296 if you know who this cat belongs to.
Proof of ownership will be asked for.
Thank you
Culverden Vets – Proudly Independent since 1946
We can’t help but notice that there has been some discussion on various social media platforms recently regarding the differences between an independently owned veterinary practice and a corporate-owned practice. So we thought that we would help to inform our curious followers!
Independent practices are owned by a single or group of individuals, corporate organisations tend to own multiple practices either regionally or nationwide. In the case of Culverden Vets, we are owned by 4 veterinary surgeons who all work as practicing vets daily at our 3 branches (Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough and Wadhurst). We believe that this is the best model for your pets, our clients and our staff.
We can re-assure you that despite many practices moving to the corporate market, we fully intend to remain an independently owned business.
Congratulations to one of Tunbridge Wells Superstars Humphrey who qualified from his puppy party today!
Humphrey is a 12 week old Scottish Terrier full of personailty and I think we can all agree he is very photogenic!
Humphrey attended 3 weeks worth of classes run every thursday by RVN Emma who thoroughly enjoyed having him in the class.
She would also like to congratulate his fellow classmates Blu, Bella and Rosie who all also attended and qualified alongside him
🚢🚢Europe bound🚢🚢
Culverden would love to see your holiday pictures abroad! Let’s see which pet is furthest away? Will it be Montpellier or Marbella? Share your holiday snaps abroad:)
FOUND Consiston Avenue/Bishops Down Park Road 🐱
This female cat has lost it’s way and has been handed into the Tunbridge Wells branch. Microchipped, but sadly not registered.
Please share and contact us on 01892520296 if you know who this lady belongs to.
Proof of ownership will be needed.
Please note as we are closed now, so the number will redirect to Vets Now Tunbridge Wells who will be here till Monday morning.
Thank you
It's that time of year again - adders will be basking in the sunshine, particularly around the Ashdown Forest area. Take care when walking near ponds with banks or in woodland areas.
What to do if your dog is bitten by an adder?
- Carry them, do not let them walk as this will circulate the venom around the body.
- Keep them as calm as possible as you take them to the nearest vet in the area.
- You can bathe the wound in cold water to help with the swelling, but do not attempt any other first aid
🐢🐢Found tortoise in Tunbridge Wells🐢🐢
Call 01892 520296 if you recently lost a tortoise. It’s likely male.
Hot weather tip:
Please do not walk your pets on hot pavements.
Canines use their paws to sweat, by walking on hot pavements you are preventing the bodies natural way of cooling down.
This could lead to burnt paws and the possibility of heat stroke.
Please take care when walking your animals, we recommend walking at dusk and dawn when the day is at its coolest.
☀️Schools out for summer ☀️
Where in the Uk are your fur pals heading to for their Summer holidays? Send pictures:)
🚨Works have started 🚨
Please leave extra time while travelling to us.
🚨🚨Crowborough Clients🚨🚨
From the 24th of July until the 30th of August there will be gas works at the bottom of Walshes Road near the train bridge. This will likely shut the road so can access via Western Road. Please see the diversionary route to come to our Crowborough branch. Allow yourself more time to get here safely.
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DO YOU RECOGNISE THIS CAT, FOUND IN
Brickfields, Pembury?
we have had a neutered male brought into us with no microchip.
Please ring 01892 520296 if you think this is your cat.
We will require proof of ownership.
'Bodie' showing his perfect 'sits' with his graduation rosette from our puppy party. 😍
He's so clever 🤩
🥵🥵Summer is here! Culverden vets recommend watching out for heatstroke🥵🥵
Signs animals can present with:
•excessive panting that gets worse and noisier.
•excessive drooling and some pets vomiting or diarrhoea.
•pacing and unable to get cool and agitated.
Severe cases can collapse and have seizures.
What to do if your dog has heat stroke?
1 Immerse your dog in water/shower off with cold water (don’t use wet towels they can trap heat)
2 use a fan/aircon to help disperse heat.
3 ring your vet.
🌱🐕 Watch out for Grass seeds on walks 🌱🐕
Grass seeds are more abundant this time of year.
Helpful tips:
•try to avoid areas where you can see grass seeds growing
•make sure your dog is well groomed so you can spot anything lodged in their fur
•check your dog carefully after each walk particularly hairy dogs between and under their toes.
Contact your vet if you suspect that your dog may be suffering from a grass seed injury.
❣️Puppy cuteness alert ❣️
We had the pleasure of meeting these gorgeous puppies yesterday for their health checks and microchipping. They were very brave and had lots of cuddles from the nurses.
Aren’t they adorable 😍😍
🎂🎁Birthday in the Vets🎉🥳
Florence was very brave when she spent her birthday in the vets. We couldn’t give her cake but it was close!
Going the little extra for your pets.
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DO YOU RECOGNISE THIS CAT, FOUND IN
TICEHURST?
we have had a young entire male brought into us with no microchip.
If you are missing a black cat approx 1 years old please contact us.
We will require proof of ownership.
🐰☀️Summer issues to watch out for rabbits 🐰 ☀️
At Culverden vets we would like to encourage you to watch out for fly strike.
Here is some helpful tips:
•Check your rabbit’s back end twice a day.
•Watch out for a lack of energy or appetite.
•Pay special attention to older or arthritic or rabbits with dental disease.
•Ensure your rabbits and bedding is clean at all time.
You can discuss this and a preventative rabbit specific fly strike medication with your vet/nurse.
If your rabbit is showing signs of fly strike take them to your vet immediately.
🚨🚨Crowborough Clients🚨🚨
From the 24th of July until the 30th of August there will be gas works at the bottom of Walshes Road near the train bridge. This will likely shut the road so can access via Western Road. Please see the diversionary route to come to our Crowborough branch. Allow yourself more time to get here safely.
☀️🌳The sun is out, gardens are blooming and pollen is in the air. Watch out for itching.
This time of year dogs can show signs of skin allergies. Dogs may start scratching excessively, whereas cats may start licking their belly, back, or behind their legs more than usual.
The most common skin allergy is called atopic dermatitis. It can be seasonal or all year round, it can be controlled and managed, meaning your pet can lead a normal and healthy life.
Chat to your vet today if your pet has an itch that won’t be solved with a scratch.
🕷️🐕Tick season alert🕷️🐈
Culverden’s Vets are warning clients to pay extra attention for ticks.
Given the wet spring and mild winter we have had there have been an unprecedented amount of ticks seen so far this year.
This will only increase as the weather gets warmer so monitor your pet. If you’d like to discuss preventative measures for your pet chat to your vet/nurse today.
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Meet Claudia 🐈⬛
She has been visiting us for the past 7 months for weight clinics, with our nurse Emilie.
Today she weighed in at her target weight 🎉🎉
and looks amazing 🤩
We would like to congratulate Claudia and her owner for all their hardwork on their journey.
Here she is enjoying herself in the garden and lounging around in a plant pot. 🥰
🐾🐾Monster Puppies!!!🐾🐾
We’ve had a lot of puppies in Culverden Vets this week but I think these 2 win the biggest licks and paws award so far Bertie & Ragnar. I’m not sure if Phil one of our vets will be still able to carry them in 6months time!! Given he is 6 foot 8 they make him look normal sized.
🧑⚕️☀️Culverden Vet’s tips to preventing heatstroke in pets this Summer🐕🐇🐈⬛
• ensure access to cool shaded areas indoors and outdoors.
•walk dogs early morning or late evening and consider if even appropriate of have airway issues or very flat faced breeds.
•pack a water bottle for walks &avoid hot pavements.
•ensure denser coated pets are groomed/clipped.
•never leave pets in a car/hot room conservatory.
•consider adding ice to water bowls or give cooling mats/fans.
🚵♀️🚵♂️Congratulations to Isabel& Matt!!🚴♀️🚴
Isabel & Matt completed the London to Brighton cycle yesterday and raised over £1,300 and counting for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Feel free to show your support for these hard working vets and feel free to donate below.
https://www.justgiving.com/team/wilkinsons?utm_medium=team&utm_content=team%2Fwilkinsons&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share
⚽️⚽️Happy Father’s Day⚽️⚽️
Culverden Vets hope this weekend kick starts a great summer. Feel free to post your pet playing sport or being active! Enjoy the football too.
11 Culverden Park Road
Tunbridge Wells
TN49RD
| Monday | 8:30am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 7pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 7pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am - 12:15pm |
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☀️Bank holiday opening hours☀️ Please take note of our opening hours, in the event of an emergency please contact VetsNow, who operate out of our Tunbridge Wells surgery. We hope you have a lovely weekend with your friends, family and furpals. Culverden vets 🐾
💙Happy Veterinary Receptionist week to all our amazing receptionists here at Culverden vets.💙 They are the first faces you see when you walk into our practices. They answer all our clients' queries, book appointments, arrange the vets diaries, handle insurance claims, and the list goes on. We couldn't function without you! Thank you for all you do!!!
🥂Happy new year everyone. 🍾 We would like to wish you all of our lovely patients and owner’s a happy and healthy 2024!! Enjoy your celebrations this evening. Don’t forget we are back open on the 2nd January 2024 if you need us.
🎄🎅Culverden Vets wish you & your family a very Happy Christmas! 🎅🎄 We hope you have a fabulous day with your fur families. 🔈🔈Make sure to turn your sound up 🔈🔈
Meet ‘Heidi and Freya’, both showing of their pink medical suits 💕💕. They won over all the team at Crowborough, both were super brave and received lots of TLC after their procedures. We wish you a speedy recovery!
Bella loved her lic-a-licks. 💚
Party time for Lottie, Florence, Mabel, Kiko and Esme. They thought 💭 the ⚽️ ball pit was the best part of their puppy session. 🐶 ❤️
As it’s World Veterinary Day, we thought we would post something a little different. This video shows the recent building work and disruption caused at the Tunbridge Wells Surgery. We would like to thank everyone for your patience and understanding and hope you enjoy the video. World Veterinary day was created to celebrate all the lifesaving work Veterinarians do around the world. We appreciate all the hard work by every vital member of our team in the continued pursuit of providing the best possible care for your pets.
We love it when cats like staying with us. 😍 Meet Fizz who stole the heart of Vet Phil! She enjoyed all the TLC ❤️!
“Pwweasee just rub my belly” ~ Parker 🐶 🥰 As you can tell he found his visit very unstressful and was super brave for his castration. We wish you a speedy recovery🩺
Chaplin was adorable yesterday and won over all the hearts of the team at Wadhurst. He enjoyed showing us all just how playful he can be 😼🙃
The perfect patient !😍 Saffi the Cockapoo proving that clippers and ultrasound scans are a complete walk in the park. 💜
Stanley thought he’d like to share how unstressful the vets can be. This affectionate chap loved the treats and the extra TLC he received from the nurses at Crowborough. 💕💕💕💕
Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️❤️❤️
This just sums up weekends: you’re super excited, it hits you, then its gone! Happy Monday all. Meet the super handsome Sandy - proof it’s not just the Queen that has Corgis! ❤️
Preparing for Fireworks 💥 Make your house and garden escape-proof. Dogs can try to run away if they’re scared. Close your windows and curtains, turn the lights on, and try switching on the TV to help disguise the noise. Go for walkies before dark. Make sure you get out well before any fireworks could start. Feed your dog before it gets noisy. Once fireworks begin, your dog might be too stressed to eat. Create a safe hiding place and settle your dog before fireworks start. A doggy den is a great way to help your dogs to feel safe and secure. A den is easy to make and can be put together with things you already have. Here's how:
Every year we talk about keeping pets cool during the summer but I appreciate its very canine orientated, so…. here’s a little something for the felines and super easy to do! #coolcats Stumbled across this fabulous video from @hermionethevet giving you a step by step on how to make a frozen treat! 🐟
Think you could master this trick? Dog training is not only rewarding, but allows you and your dog to establish a strong, trusting bond. 1️⃣ Hold a treat in front of your sitting dog. Wait for them to smell, lick and push at your hand with their muzzle. 2️⃣ They will eventually bring their paw up to the treat. As soon as they do, give them praise and release the treat. 3️⃣ After a few repetitions add the words ‘high five’ while doing the action. You can now start to present your palm with the command. 4️⃣ Keep repeating this trick and remember to be patient and reward your dog each time you ask for a high five.
Happy Friday everyone! Heres the gorgeous Coby who is one of the loveliest labs you will ever meet! A real charmer. He was catching biscuits so well until we decided to film him - we think the pressure of being a film star got to him and he lost his cool! Let’s have some Friday love for Coby! ❤️ 🦴
Diesel showing off his playful side and what a total cutie he is! You wouldn’t have thought an hour before this video he was having his two little friends removed…. aka castration! 🐾
We’re an experienced team of vets and nurses, working together at our surgeries in Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough and Wadhurst.
We are proud to provide the best care to our patients and their owners. Our surgeries are well equipped, and our vets and nurses keep up to date with all the advances in veterinary medicine.
We understand how important relationships are between owners, animals and their vet, and in particular the need for trust. Vets should listen, be open-minded and compassionate. Our aim is to work with you in the best interests of your animal.
Our practice is more than 70 years old, and a traditional veterinary partnership owned by two of our vets - Duncan Mitchell and Tom Doyle. We take our responsibilities to our patients very seriously and work hard to maintain our excellent reputation.
Facilities:
Culverden Vets - Tunbridge Wells: 01892 520296 Culverden Vets - Crowborough: 01892 661650 Culverden Vets - Wadhurst: 01892 782382
