Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery

16/01/2025

We're appealing for information after someone shot a cat in the eye with an air rifle in Stroud last week.

It was reported that the cat, called Mittens, had been outside and returned to her owner's address in the Cashes Green area of town at around 4.15pm on Thursday 9 January.

She was visibly distressed due to a traumatic injury to her right eye.

Mittens, aged two, was taken to the vets where she underwent emergency surgery.

During the operation, an air rifle pellet was found lodged in her right eye, which could not be saved and had to be removed.

Officers from the Stroud Neighbourhood Policing Team have conducted house to house enquiries and investigating officers are now asking for anyone with information about the incident to get in contact.

Anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area around the time of the incident or who may have CCTV or doorbell footage which they feel is relevant is urged to get in touch.

Information can be submitted by completing the following form online quoting incident 408 of 9 January: https://orlo.uk/9ptRM

Alternatively, you can call us on 101 and quote the same incident number or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

16/01/2025

Get walking this National ! 🐶

This annual event in January is a month-long celebration dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of dogs through regular exercise.

Benefits of include;
🐶 Quality time spent with your dog
🐾 A great way for both you and your dog to get regular exercise
🐶 Walking your dog will increase their sociability
🐾 An opportunity to train your dog with some basic commands
🐶 Walking can also help boost your mental health, clearing your mind of troubles and perhaps feeling more at ease

So, grab your lead and celebrate National by giving your four-legged friend the exercise and attention they deserve 💗🐶

31/12/2024

That’s a wrap, folks!

25/12/2024

🎄🐾 Wishing you a very Merry Christmas from all of us at Ashcroft Vets! Have a pawsome holiday filled with love and cuddles! 🎅✨🐶🐱🐾

17/12/2024

UPDATE: All working now! 😄

The phones at our Tetbury branch don’t seem to be working right now. Please bear with us while we try to resolve the issue

If you have an emergency please call Cirencester on 01285 653683

Thank you for your patience.

13/12/2024

10/12/2024

Unfortunately, a member of staff found a deceased cat on the road between Brinkworth and Malmesbury on the way in to work this morning. The photos show the precise location he was found.

Unfortunately he is not microchipped so we are unable to contact the owner.

It was too early to take them to a more local vets so we are keeping him with us at our Cirencester branch until we can get in touch with an owner.

The cat is a black and white, short hair, male, young, not neutered, unchipped and he wasn't wearing a collar.

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.]