Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery

11/11/2024

Lest We Forget

Their blood stained the land, as they served with pride. A duty to their master, they stood side by side. From the sky, to the sea, through a vast open land, together they fought—both animal and man.
~ Santina Lizzio

05/11/2024

This is the lovely little lady one of our nurses rescued! We can’t wait to see her settled in a furever home! 😺

05/11/2024

Flashes of light and loud noises from fireworks can be very frightening for our pets. Follow our checklist for ideas to keep your cat calm and safe. You can find more advice here: http://spr.ly/FireworksAdvice 💜

[Image description: A dark purple background with light purple firework shapes. Text: Fireworks checklist. Keep your cat indoors. Close the curtains or blinds. Create a safe space for your cat. Plug in a pheromone diffuser. Play music or keep the TV on. Stay calm to keep your cat calm.]

31/10/2024

Milo says it’s very important to get your cats microchipped!! 😹❤️🐾

30/10/2024

30/10/2024

This little boy is staying over night with us! We’re looking forward to having a sleepover with him. He is super cuddly, loves affection and has the loudest purr! 😺

25/10/2024

One of our nurses found this miracle girl one wet morning a few months ago. We’ve been following her journey closely and we’re so pleased to see how well she’s doing! Now we need to find her a loving new home! Please share ❤️

Help Stroud CatsProtection raise money to support Cats Protection

24/10/2024

Our Tetbury branch will be closed tomorrow Friday 25th October for staff training!

We will be over in Cirencester if you have any emergencies.

Please accept our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience caused.

The Ashcroft Team 🐾

22/10/2024

🎃🐾 Halloween is fun, but it can be a bewildering and therefore dangerous for pets! Keep your furry friends safe with these tips:

🩷 No sweeties (especially chocolate and xylitol).

💙 Keep pets indoors to avoid getting spooked and potentially lost.

💛 Make sure microchip details are up to date in case your pet runs away and hides.

💚 Keep decorations out of reach to avoid choking hazards.

Stay safe and enjoy the spooky season! 🐶🐱👻

17/10/2024

We're in the height of autumn now, and with a new season comes new hazards for our four-legged friends ⚠️

From woodland walks to Halloween-themed fun, keep a close eye on your furry companions this autumn!

What else would you add to this list? 👇

[Visual description: An infographic showing different autumn hazards for pets. This includes dark mornings and nights with images of clouds and a moon. Compost next to a green compost bin. Poisonous plants next to purple and yellow plant. Harvest mites with a picture of a brown mite. Mushrooms with a picture of a red toadstool mushroom. Fireworks with an image of fireworks in a box. Conkers next to an image of a conker. Halloween treats next to a pumpkin basket with lots of sweets in it. Adverse weather next to an image of a cloud and lightening bolts. Rubbish in leaves next to leaves and a warning sign. Fallen fruit next to a rotting apple and pear. Antifreeze next to a jerry can with a snowflake on it.]

16/10/2024

🎆 Fireworks season is fast approaching. We want you to be prepared so we’re starting early with our hints and tips to keep your pets safe this firework season! 🎇

Fireworks can be a frightening experience for our furry friends. To help keep your pets calm and safe, follow these tips:

🐾 Create a Safe Space: Set up a cosy, quiet area indoors with their favourite toys and blankets.

🔊 Drown Out the Noise: Keep the TV or radio on to help mask the sound of fireworks.

🌙 Walk Before Dusk: Take dogs for a walk before the fireworks start to reduce stress.

💊 Consider Calming Aids: Talk to your vet about calming options if your pet gets particularly anxious.

📞 We’re Here for You: If you have any concerns about your pet’s anxiety, give us a call! We’re here to help ensure a stress-free night for everyone.

Let’s work together to keep our pets safe and comfortable. ❤️ 🐶🐱

10/10/2024

A client of ours has been in touch to let us know they have found this dog in the Rodmarton area who is sadly not microchipped. They are kindly looking after this lovely pup until we can reunite them with the owner.

If you recognise this dog, please give us a call on 01666 500853/ 01285 653683 and we can put you in touch with the lady whose looking after this beautiful fellow.

01/10/2024

As we get ready to welcome the new season, we also welcome some autumnal hazards for our furry friends. But, could you spot a poisonous plant before them? 👀

During this time, when the summer blooms turn to autumn leaves, many plants and trees start to produce berries and nuts, which can be both tempting and toxic for pets.

It’s important to be able to recognise those hidden toxic plants so you and your pet can keep away from them ⚠️

Here’s a handy list from our vets, to help you spot some of the most common ones to look out for!

[Visual description: An infographic that outlines which autumn flowers and plants are poisonous to pets. This includes; Ragwort, horse chestnut, amaryllis, autumn crocus, yew, chrysanthemum, rowan and hydrangeas.]

01/10/2024

🐾 This puppy is only 4.5months old! He’s gonna be hugeeee!! 🤩

23/09/2024

UPDATE: reunited! ❤️

This mum is missing from the Stratton Heights area of Cirencester.

If you see her please get in touch as her owner is very concerned.
She is microchipped and neutered.

We are hoping that she has just found a dry spot and is waiting it out until the rain stops.

Lets get her home!

19/09/2024

This employee is really slacking! May have to get HR to have a word 😂

16/09/2024

It's difficult suffering from anxiety and unfortunately our precious pooches can experience this too 🥺

Being very sociable animals, dogs need plenty of human companionship to feel safe and happy. When they are left alone, some dogs can feel distressed.

The return to work and school after the summer holidays can be a big change for dogs, so it's super important to understand the signs of separation anxiety and what you can do to prevent it ❤️

Read our vets' advice for more info on how to stop the signs, prevention and treatment: http://pdsa.me/mlD0

[Visual description: An infographic outlining treatment for separation anxiety in dogs. This includes: Getting your dog assessed by a certified behaviourist will help you understand why your dog feels the way they do. Making adjustments in your home such as building your dog a den/safe place and giving them a choice of activities to do when they are alone. Creating a routine for your dog so they know when you are leaving and what happens when you are out of the house can help build their confidence and reduce their anxiety. Remember to take your time. Managing separation related problems takes a lot of time, effort and commitment from owners. Most dogs will improve with the right help but this change is likely to take some time. Medication can help alongside behavioural therapy, but can usually be stopped once they’ve learnt to cope on their own.]