Your trusted vets in Ayrshire since the 1950s, Coller & Brock offer exceptional care for pets and exotics at our friendly branches in Irvine and Troon.
From vaccinations to acupuncture, we’re here to support all of your pet’s healthcare needs. Every member of our team is dedicated to providing first class care to you and your pet. We are an approved training centre for veterinary nurses and all our staff are actively involved in continuing professional development. From behavioural advice to full surgical procedures, we provide the complete service. Contact us to make an appointment.
Hello everyone.. My name is Willow and I have been a super brave girl today, I had my second vaccination ☺️ I don't know what I was worried about everybody was great and fussed over me. If you are needing your vaccinations book in now.. PS.. They give treats 🥰
🚗Ready to hit the road with your kitty? 🐾
Ensure a smooth and stress-free trip by preparing with the right resources for your feline friend.
Check out our guide to essential cat travel tools that make the journey comfortable and safe for your cat🐱✨
What should a pet first aid kit include? 🚗🤔
When traveling with your pet, being prepared for unexpected injuries is crucial. Make sure you have a travel-friendly first aid kit to handle any minor mishaps on the go 🐶🐱
Speak to your practice nursing team they can help you to create a first aid kit and advise how to use it.
🩹Bandages
🩹Blunt-ended scissors
🩹Wound wash
🩹Cotton wool
🩹Tweezers
🩹Tick tweezers/remover
🩹Wound dressings
🩹Self-adhesive tape
🩹Padding
🩹Vinyl gloves
🩹Foil blanket
🩹Antiseptic wipes
🩹A blanket to use as a stretcher
Whether you're on a road trip or just out for the day, keep a smaller kit in your car or bag. Remember, after any first aid, a vet check-up is important to ensure your pet’s well-being 🩺💕
Be EXTRA careful with bandages if too tight or they rub they can cause serious harm. They are a temporary measure to stop bleeding unless you can get help
Travel safe and keep your furry travel buddies happy and healthy!
Planning a road trip with your furry friend this summer? 🚗🐶
Here are some essential tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey for both of you:
🌞Hydration is Key: Always have plenty of fresh water available to keep your dog hydrated, especially in the heat
🌞Regular Breaks: Take frequent breaks to allow your dog to stretch, relieve themselves, and get some fresh air.
🌞Never Leave Them in the Car: Even with the windows open, cars can quickly become dangerously hot
🌞Comfortable Restraint: Ensure your dog is safely restrained with a pet seatbelt, carrier, crate or behind a dog guard.
🌞Pack the Essentials: Bring your dog’s favourite toys, blankets, enough extra water to cool your pet in case of traffic delays or a breakdown and any necessary medications (ensure they are labelled or they could be confiscated)
🌞Stay Cool: Use sunshades for car windows and keep the air conditioning on to prevent overheating
🌞Check for Pet-Friendly Stops: Plan your route with pet-friendly rest areas and accommodations, including veterinary surgeries along the way in case your pet becomes poorly.
Safe travels and happy adventures with your canine companion! 🐾🌞🚗
️✈️ Ready to Travel with Your Pet? Here's How to Apply for an Animal Health Certificate! 🌍
Getting an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) is an essential step for your pet to travel abroad. Here’s how you can apply:
✈️ Contact Your Vet: Schedule an appointment with your vet at least 1 month before you travel longer if possible. Your vet needs to be an Official Veterinarian (OV) authorised to issue AHCs.
✈️ Ensure Vaccinations Are Up to Date: Your pet must have an up-to-date rabies vaccination or it will need to be given at the latest 21 days before travel.
✈️ Health Check: During the appointment, your vet will perform a health check and ensure your pet meets all travel requirements.
✈️ Get the AHC Issued: Once issued by your vet you have 10 days maximum to enter the EU; after this the AHC is not valid. Once you have entered the EU you have 4 months for onward travel within the EU or re-entry to Great Britain.
For more information check out the official government website here: https://www.gov.uk/taking-your-pet-abroad/getting-an-animal-health-certificate
Prepare ahead to ensure a smooth and safe journey for you and your furry friend! 🌍✈
️✈ Planning to travel with your pet this summer? 🌍
An Animal Health Certificate (AHC) is an official document required for your pet cat, dog or ferret to travel from the UK to the EU, Switzerland, Norway and part 1 listed countries not in the EU e.g. Iceland.
To ensure your pets meet the necessary health and vaccination standards of these countries, AHCs are mandatory and specific for each country; they help protect the health of pets against rabies and tapeworm.
Always research your destination and discuss with your vet the best ways to prevent transmission of local diseases to your pet.
For more detailed information and guidelines, check out the official government website here: https://www.gov.uk/taking-your-pet-abroad/getting-an-animal-health-certificate
Make sure you and your furry friend is ready for your next adventure! 🌍✈
Hello, I'm Freya (Right) and this is Ginny (Left) We have an important update reminder about our two practices in Troon and Irvine. We will now be open every Saturday in Irvine and NOT Troon so please if you use our Troon branch remember to pick up your prescriptions no later than Each Friday close of business.. Irvine branch will now be open Monday to Saturday and ALL surgeries will operate from Irvine.. Thank you for your understanding.
Remember - Not all dogs are the same. Some can have allergies, just like humans, but there are foods that are dangerous for all and mustn't be consumed. If you think your dog has eaten something they shouldn't contact us immediately!
🚨 Important update from our new receptionist!... We will now be open every Saturday in Irvine and NOT Troon so please if you use our Troon branch remember to pick up your prescriptions no later than Each Friday close of business.. Irvine branch will now be open Monday to Saturday and ALL surgeries will operate from Irvine.. Thank you for your understanding.
Hello everyone, My name is Luna and i was a brave girl today I had my first vaccination ☺️ Everybody at Collier & Brock was great and fussed over me on this special day. Thank you everyone you were perrrrrfect 🐱❤️
Collier & Brock would like to send out our love for all of our furry friends but especially on this day our cat friends 🐱🥰 We would love it if you wanted to post a pic of your puuury friend below 👇
🚨 Important update if you use our Troon branch!... Please remember to pick up your repeat prescriptions before Friday close of business because Troon will be closed on Saturdays until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.
Suzy and Katie had a little exotic visitor this week!
Dora is a lovable 1 year old rat who develop a fast growing mammary tumour. Before it could affect her quality of life her owner booked her in for a lumpectomy. She was also spayed to reduce the risk of it returning or another tumour developing.
The procedure is the same as a bitch but on a tiny scale. Dora had the same anaesthetic, pain relief and nursing care as all our other patients. Due to her size they got creative to maintain body temperature; in addition to her heat pads and reflective space blankets, Katie made her tiny booties to keep her feet warm.
Look in the comments for a video update of her now 😊
🚨 Important update!... From Saturday 10th August we will be open every Saturday in Irvine and NOT Troon.. Irvine branch will now be open Monday to Saturday and ALL surgeries will operate from Irvine.. Thank you for your understanding.
Ari The Greek - £7.99 - All proceeds go to charity.
The story of how a lonely dog found his "brave" and a new life. Based on the true story of our beautiful dog.
A BIT ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Laura lives at the beach on the beautiful West coast of Scotland. She spent a chunk of her 20's living and working in Greece, developing a lifelong love for the country, its people and the many dogs requiring love and support.
When it was the right time to get a dog, Laura turned to her Greek family and friends, who led her to Ghost Dogs and Ari, a street dog they had been feeding for about a year before he could garner enough trust to come out and meet them. This is his story.
A BIT ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR:
Maggie lives in Ayrshire with her husband and a large black Labrador by the name of Angus.
"A tender backstory for children and families with adopted dogs. Anyone who loves a dog will be touched by Ari's tale"
WHO ARE THE CHARITY THAT 100% OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO? "The Ghost Dogs of Aspropyrgos"
A non-profit group dedicated to rescuing abandoned and abused dogs from Aspropyrgos, a suburb of Athens. The group works tirelessly to ensure that injured and sick dogs receive much needed medical care and all are rehomed to a safe and loving family.
WHERE CAN YOU PURCHACE "ARI THE GREEK"
You can purchase Ari The Greek at our Troon and Irvine branch for only £7.99 and all proceeds go to the charity above. Please ask a member of our staff for more information in branch.
Hello all.. Just a gentle reminder that from the 10th August we will be consulting from our Irvine branch every Saturday as Portland Street / Temple Hill Troon will be temporarily closed. Please pick up your prescriptions on Fridays latest. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Hello everyone.. My name is Chip and I had my first vaccination today. Everyone was great but the best part was getting my treats 🥰
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Saturday 20th July
Due to the Golf Championship in Troon our Saturday morning clinic will be held in our Irvine branch!
We apologise for any inconvinence
☎️ Do you use our prescription line? ☎️
If you do it’s important to remember to give us the *all* following information when you call:
1. Your pet’s name
2. Your name
3. Your address
4. The medication needed
5. The clinic you will collect from
We want to provide you with the best service possible and without this information it may not be possible to complete your request. Help us to help you.
Our Irvine branch is normally open rom Tuesday to Friday. However, to help our Irvine clients when the Troon Open is on next week, we will be opening on Monday for appointments. While this is just for next week during the Open, we are hoping to make it a more regular opening before the year is out.
Just a quick update.
Due to the Troon Open next week it is likely that parking will be *extremely* difficult in Troon. While we will still be open for consultations at Troon, to offer more options, we are sending extra staff over to our Irvine Branch. Irvine will also be open on the Monday for that week. Please consider this option, and hopefully the convenience at Irvine will more than make up for the short drive.
We can only accept cash for the next few days due to our card terminal being faulty.
Sorry for the inconvenience
Nearly ready to start moving things in 🥰
This week it’s all about the pipes!
With the bulk of the structural work done the plumbers have been able to get in and do their part.
Just a few weeks now until we move!
Did you know that rabbits can join our Pet Health Plan too?
Jointing the plan is an easy way to support your Rabbit’s health while saving money!
✔️ Vaccinations
✔️ Regular checkups ✔️ Discussing issues
Your rabbit will need routine treatments and vaccinations throughout its life, and our plan breaks down the cost of care into a manageable monthly direct debit.
https://www.collierandbrockvets.co.uk/pet-health-plan
One of the basic welfare needs of a rabbit is a suitable environment and the ability to exhibit normal behaviours .
Think about how rabbits behave in the wild and need 24/7 access to a safe environment for...
🐰 Running
🐰 Digging/Burrowing
🐰 Jumping
🐰 Binkying
🐰 Hiding
🐰 Stretching up on their hind legs
🐰 Lying fully stretched out
Providing an environment that allows these behaviours both in terms of floor area, height (to get a good binky in), and obstacles to help with play, hiding, exploring behaviours as well as enriching your rabbit’s life and improve their health, fitness, and wellbeing. Think about making a bunny haven with ramps, lying areas, runs, houses, peep holes, boxes, tubes and lots of interactive areas including a digging point.
Rabbits are also social creatures. They need a buddy!
It is best practice to keep your rabbit with at least one other friendly rabbit. A good combination is a neutered male and neutered female, as neutering your rabbits reduces the likelihood of fighting in both sexes.
Rabbits also need space. It’s essential for the rabbits that this minimum 3m x 2m footprint is in a single block of space because it allows them to display positive behaviors, for example, to run rather than just hop, but go as big as you can.
The 1m minimum height allows rabbits to display their happy behaviors of jumping and binkying! But could you go higher with hidden tunnels and ramps?
Rabbits get neutered too!
Neutering refers to an operation that prevents a rabbit from being able to have babies, it also prevents certain behavioural issues. In males it is called a ‘castration’ and in females, a ‘spay’.
There are numerous health and behavioural advantages to neutering rabbits, as well as preventing multiple litters when there are already many lovely rabbits in rescue centres looking for good homes
Unneutered female rabbits are at a high risk of developing uterine (womb) cancer
Neutering both parties is helpful in ensuring the success of male-female bonded pairs by preventing unwanted sexual advances from an uncastrated male or repeated false pregnancies in an unneutered female, both of which may cause stress and subsequent aggression
Males and females can usually be neutered from approximately four to five months old, however this may be influenced by several factors so discuss your rabbit’s individual situation with your vet
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Nearly ready to start moving things in 🥰
🗺️ Take a walk with us🚶♀️ As our Troon practice is getting a glow up, the team will be working from a temporary site in Troon, which is just a two-minute drive or five-minute walk away from the current branch. 😲🙌 📍 22 Templehill, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6BE Any questions, please do get in touch with us at [email protected]
🎺 Important news! On 29th July we will be temporarily relocating for a few months while our current Troon site undergoes an exciting redevelopment and modernization. 😲🙌 📍 You can find us at 22 Templehill, Troon, Ayrshire, KA10 6BE The branch will be back up and running, in even better shape, very soon! We can’t wait to show you around very soon. 💖
It’s Feel Good Friday! Aren’t these fox cubs adorable?! One of our nurses has a den at the end of her garden and in the last week or so the cubs came out for the first time. Initially she thought there was just one but there are FIVE! She’s so lucky to be seeing them play each day.
Did you know today was National Puppy Day? Here’s a couple of cuties we delivered by caesarean section just over a week ago. Brand new to the world! Do you have any pictures of your dog as a pup? Let’s see them!
Some patients are smarter (and more trouble) than others!�Chloe came in to us this week for neutering and thought she would have a go at opening her kennel door. She was almost successful so we had to put a clip on it! Try as she might, she couldn’t manage the clip, but it kept her amused for hours.
This is Binx. She is 9 weeks old and was in for her 1st vaccine today. She’s not only stole the hearts of her owner and daughter but she’s managed to do the same with everyone at Collier & Brock. She is adorable and so full of character 😍😍
Ginny; nope too cold for me 😂
We are so lucky to have this view on our doorstep at the practice. Ginny admiring the view today 🥰 #Troon #ayrshirecoast #collier&brock #Troonbeach
Grapes and their dried varieties are common at Christmas but toxic to pets. The dried varieties of these fruits are often found in mince pies, Christmas pudding, stollen and fruit and nut mix, so keep all these treats out of reach! If your pets does accidentally eat something containing these foods, give us a call as soon as possible for advice. #ChristmasDangers
Human chocolate for humans. Dog treats for dogs.
We always get asked is
Which Christmas foods are a ❌ for your pet? ⏬ 🎄Turkey bones can potentially cause blockages and damage to your pet’s digestive tract – be sure to pop the bins off the counter and into a secure bin, 🎄High fat foods such as pigs in blankets can sometimes trigger pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) 🎄Onions (as part of the allium family of plants) are toxic to cats and dogs – plenty of onions in stuffing and gravy, so keep your eyes peeled. 🎄Snacking on macademia nuts in the afternoon? Make sure your bowl is out of paws reach. 🎄Alcohol is also toxic, so spills and left-over drinks should be cleaned away and safely disposed of. If in doubt, the safest option is to feed pet safe treats instead!
Supervise pets around Christmas decorations Although Christmas decorations help to set the scene, certain decorations may pose a risk to our pets. For example, stringy decorations such as tinsel and decorative string can cause digestive blockages if eaten and glass baubles may cut paws if smashed. Christmas trees may resemble an exciting climbing frame to adventurous cats, so consider tethering them! Keep inquisitive pets safe by supervising them and keeping them away from potential dangers.
Christmas plants CAN be a #ChristmasDanger 👎📉 Did you know that certain Christmas plants can make your pets unwell if eaten? Keep poinsettia, ivy, holly, lilies and mistletoe out of reach to avoid stomach upsets. Also discourage pets from chewing on the Christmas tree as this too can cause digestive issues and sharp pine needles may cause irritation and damage. If your pet eats something they shouldn’t, or develops vomiting, diarrhoea or becomes unwell, please contact us for further support.
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Collier & Brock Veterinary Surgeons was founded in the 1950s and now has three practices in Irvine, Troon and Ayr which provide full veterinary services for small animals, from cats and dogs to caged pets including some exotic species.
•AYR
153 Whitletts Road Ayr KA8 0JG
• 01292 611838
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am - 6.00pm Sat 8.30am - 10.00am ____________________
•IRVINE
30 Ballot Road Irvine KA12 0HW
• 01294 278232
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am - 6.00pm Sat 8.30am - 10.30am ____________________
•TROON
70 Portland Street Troon KA10 6QU
• 01292 311988
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am - 7.00pm Sat 8.30am - 11.00am ____________________
