Swanspool Veterinary Clinic Small Animal

24/06/2024

☀️ HOT WEATHER WARNING ☀️

This week we are due to have some lovely weather! Please remember the five-second rule: Place the back of your hand on the pavement. If you cannot hold it for five seconds, it's too hot to walk your dog!

Do not let any of your animals be out in the sun for too long even on grass they can suffer from heat stroke too. The best time to walk your dogs is either early morning or later on in the evening. See the fact sheets below for helpful information on how to keep your animals safe in the heat!

18/06/2024

⭐️ ** EXCITING NEWS ** ⭐️

Last week we had the pleasure of traveling to Bristol to attend the Best UK Vets award ceremony, hosted by Vet Help Direct.

We are very delighted to announce that we were shortlisted as one of the top 25 vets in the country. From this we then went on to win the Best Vets in Northamptonshire and then we placed second overall for the ‘Best UK Vet 2024’ meaning we came home with the silver award! 🥳

These awards have been achieved by all of the positive reviews that you, our clients, have submitted in the past year, so a huge thank you to you all. They are very much appreciated and we love reading all of your kind reviews and experiences you have had with us.

Along with these awards, this year also marks 150 years since our independent practice opened its doors at 1 London Road, so it really is a double celebration for us all.

The practice may have changed in many ways over the years but it still holds the same values that it has always had – integrity, empathy and an intent to provide the best possible care for our patients and service for our clients.

Weather permitting we will have a cake and coffee morning in the next few weeks, where all clients will be welcome to pop in and celebrate with us, watch out on our page for the date announcement!

16/06/2024

💙 HAPPY FATHERS DAY 💙

Just a quick reminder to keep your furry friends away from any gifts containing chocolate, coffee, alcohol and xylitol (artificial sweeteners found in some sweets and baked goods!) If you suspect your pet has ingested any of the above, please call us immediately on 01933 222145.

14/06/2024

We have had a young female tortiseshell cat bought into the practice. She was found near Finedon Road Industrial Estate, close to the Shell petrol station. Unfortunately she does not have a microchip. If you think she could be yours, please contact the practice on 01933 222145

13/06/2024

❗ XL BULLY NEUTERING ❗

The deadline to neuter XL Bullies, that were 12 months or older on the 31st January, 2024 is approaching. All XL Bullies must be neutered by the 30th June and a proof of neutering certificate attached to the dogs exemption.

To assist our registered clients in getting their dogs neutered in time, we have opened up extra slots on our operating diary for the upcoming weeks. Please call the surgery as soon as possible to book in. Prices are according to weight, our reception team can advise this on request 🐶🐾

12/06/2024

Meet Luna 💛🌙

Luna came in to see us last week for her 2nd vaccinations! She was such a good girl and we are sure you will agree she is absolutely adorable!

Fun fact: Labradors love the water! In fact, these dogs were made for the water! Their thick tail (sometimes called an “otter tail”) is used as a powerful rudder, their webbed feet help them swim fast, and their thick, waterproof coats keep them happy even in cold water, like the icy Newfoundland waters where they were first bred.

10/06/2024

❗️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ❗️

The new law has come into force today, which requires any cat over the age of 20 weeks to be microchipped. Owners will have 21 days after today to get their cat chipped or risk being fined 👮

Microchipping is a safe and effective procedure which will significantly increase the chance of reuniting your cat with you if they go missing. If your cat is not microchipped, please call us as soon as possible on 01933 222145 to arrange this. We offer a 30% discount on the cost of microchipping if done at the same time as a vaccine or another procedure 🐱

31/05/2024

To honour the end of Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month, we would like to take this opportunity to say a massive THANK YOU to our 17 strong nursing team, which consists of vet nurses, student vet nurses and animal care assistants 🫶 💚

Vet nurses are highly skilled members of the veterinary team who look after your pets with care and empathy every single day. They perform a range of important duties such as:

- Preparing animals for surgery and monitoring during anaesthetisation.
- Performing minor surgical procedures.
- Running a variety of nurse clinics and advising owners on pet welfare.
- Nursing sick animals.
- Taking xray's and carrying out diagnostic tests.
- Completing paperwork, welcoming clients and answering client calls.

And much much more! As stated in the picture below, they are our real life super hero's! 🦸‍♀️🐾

30/05/2024

We have had two French bulldogs brought in to us as strays. They were found on the hemmingwell estate, they are not microchipped.
If they could be yours, please us as soon as possible on 01933 222145
Proof of ownership will be required

29/05/2024

We have had a neutered male tabby cat brought into the practice, unfortunately he is not microchipped. He was found near the A45 before the slip road to Wellingborough. If you think he may be yours, please contact the practice on 01933 222145

25/05/2024

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20/05/2024

Please find below our Spring Bank Holiday opening hours. Please note you will not be able to collect medication on these days so please do check in advance if you have enough to cover you for this period 🌷🌸

17/05/2024

We have had a young black and white kitten brought in to the practice who was found in the redhill grange area. They were stuck up a tree and have been rescued unharmed. If they could be yours, please contact the practice on 01933 222145

Proof of ownership will be required.
We are not looking for offers for homes at this time.

Thankyou

10/05/2024

** IMPORTANT INFORMATION**
There is just 30 days until all pet cats in England must be microchipped by law. The new law comes into force on 10 June 2024 and owners will have 21 days after this date to get their cat chipped or risk being fined 👮

Microchipping is a safe and effective procedure which will significantly increase the chance of reuniting your cat with you if they go missing. If your cat is not microchipped, please call us as soon as possible on 01933 222145 to arrange this. We offer a 30% discount on the cost of microchipping if done at the same time as a vaccine or another procedure.

05/05/2024

Meet Baloo and Winnie! 🐻

They are owned by one of our nurses Ellie and came in on Friday for some socialisation and to give all the staff lots of kisses and cuddles! They are the best of friends 🩶

02/05/2024

Thank you all for your shares. This boy has been found and is home 😊❤️

One of our staff members cats escaped from his house last night and still has not been found. He hasn’t been outside before and will be scared. Please look out for him if you are in this area and let us know if you see/catch him.
Thankyou

29/04/2024

Please find below our May Day Bank Holiday opening hours. Please note you will not be able to collect medication on these days so please do check in advance if you have enough to cover you for this period ☀️🌻

23/04/2024

In honour of National Pet Month (which runs 1st April - 1st May), we would love for you to flood our page with your pictures and words of appreciation for your beloved furry companions, so please post in the comments down below! We can't wait to read them all! 🐾❤️

17/04/2024

This handsome chap is Patch! 🐾 He has been in with us recently for treatment for a poorly eye, although he definitely seems pretty chilled about it!

Did you know that because of their broad genetic make-up, there is some variance in the breed standard of Jack Russell terriers. In fact, disagreement about leg length has caused the breed to be divided into separate breeds in England, where the longer legged dogs are called Parson Jack Russell terriers and the shorter legged dogs are called simply Jack Russell terriers 🐶

11/04/2024

** IMPORTANT INFORMATION**

There is just 60 days until all pet cats in England must be microchipped by law. The new law comes into force on 10 June 2024 and owners will have 21 days after this date to get their cat chipped or risk being fined 👮

Microchipping is a safe and effective procedure which will significantly increase the chance of reuniting your cat with you if they go missing. If your cat is not microchipped, please call us as soon as possible on 01933 222145 to arrange this. We offer a 30% discount on the cost of microchipping if done at the same time as a vaccine or another procedure.

04/04/2024

***Registered Veterinary Nurse vacancy***

We have had a position arise at the practice for a full time Registered Veterinary Nurse

The role involves plenty of variety in a busy, fast paced environment in which we strive to ensure the best care possible of our client’s pets.

We offer a generous staff discount and CPD is encouraged and paid for. The hours worked mean a great work/life balance with minimal on calls/ weekends. Applicants will need to be registered with the RCVS and salary for the role will be dependent on experience.

For an informal chat, please call our head nurse Allyson on 01933 222145 or alternatively, email your CV with a cover letter to [email protected]

29/03/2024

When it’s Friday morning and your remember it’s a bank holiday weekend 🙏🏼🐾

Remember to keep those pesky paws away from any chocolate this bank holiday! If you do suspect your pet has ingested any, then please call us on 01933 222145 immediately.

Happy Easter everyone! 🐰🍫

26/03/2024

It's not long now until our first FREE cat microchipping event at our Community Hub in Rushden. As we have received a lot of interest we have taken the following actions to reduce any delays on the day.

PRE-EVENT MICROCHIP REGISTRATION

By completing this pre-event microchip registration form, we hope to ensure that you and your cat/s are not kept waiting on the day. We can use these details to register your cats microchip after the event. This is not a booking form, there are no appointments as these are drop-in events.

https://forms.gle/WuxPP8qc3seY6XWt6

EVENT TIME UPDATE

Please note there has been a slight change in event timings. We are starting the event at 10 am, not 11am and the event will end at 2pm.

NEWS ON OUR MAY 2024 EVENT

We are also running a second FREE cat microchipping event on Thursday 30th May 2024, 2pm - 6pm for those who can not attend our April event.

If you can not attend any dates, we are still able to microchip your cat at our veterinary nurse-led clinics at our Community Hub in Rushden. Outside these events, we do ask for a £5 donation for microchipping. Please call us on 01604 881317 or email [email protected] for further information.

25/03/2024

Please find below our Easter Bank Holiday opening hours. Please note you will not be able to collect medication on these days so please do check in advance if you have enough to cover you for this period 🐾🐰🍫

25/03/2024

We have had a pug brought in to us as a stray. They were found in the Queensway/ park farm area. They are chipped but the details are not up to date. If they could be yours, please call us on 01933 222145

22/03/2024

Herbie the Hero! 🩸

Herbie belongs to our receptionist Zara. He was recently needed to save another dogs life by donating his blood! Herbie has a rare blood type (DA1 negative) which means he can donate to any dog in need!

We call him our unicorn! 🩵🦄

20/03/2024

🌷🌼 Spring Has Sprung! 🌼🌷

Now Spring is officially upon us, it is the perfect time to get yourselves up to SPEED on the dangers this season can pose to our pets. Below is a poster created by the Vet Times highlighting the most common poison risks to our furry friends. And remember, if you think your dog or cat has eaten something poisonous, remember S.P.E.E.D:

S top the pet from eating any more suspected poison
P hone Swanspool Vets (01933 222145)
E mergency appointment
E vidence (bring labels/samples/vomit in a safe manner)
D on't delay!

18/03/2024

**Owner found Thankyou **
We have had a stray male Frenchie brought in to us. He was found in the kingsway estate. He does not have a chip. If he could be yours, please contact the practice on 01933 222145

17/03/2024

Have you ever wondered what your cat is trying to tell you? A cats body language is the best way to find out how your furry friend is feeling and even the smallest change can mean a lot. Check out the body language guide below from the Cats Protection to find out more! 😺

Learn to understand what your cat is telling your through their body language, and how you can communicate with your cat through body language.

15/03/2024

Meet Bella 🎀

Bella is an absolutely beautiful XL Bully. She came in to us this week to be spayed as part of her exemption criteria. She was such a good girl and was rewarded with plenty of Schmacko's!

We understand that presently owning an XL Bully and the legislation surrounding ownership can be very confusing and worrying for some people. Andy at K9 BSL Check has lots of information and advice that he can provide, so please check out his page!