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Vets4Pets is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice.
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Vets4Pets is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray and ultrasound. The friendly team can't wait to meet all of their new clients!

21/06/2024

We still have appointments available for next week, if you would like to book in please call our reception team on 01227 272504 and they will be happy to help.

21/06/2024

🐾 Exciting News! 🐾

We are now offering £5 off a vet consultation for all new registering clients with a valid voucher! 🎉

Drop into our store to collect your voucher. We look forward to welcoming new clients and their furry friends! 🐶🐱

See you soon! 🏥❤️

17/06/2024

Is neutering right for your pet? Our team is here to help! Get in touch with us today to discuss further or to book an appointment on 01227 272504. 🐾✨

10/06/2024

On Friday we had beautiful Gray in for a castrate

31/05/2024

📣 Important Update: Cancellation Policy

Due to an increase in late cancellations and no-shows, we have had no choice but to implement a new cancellation policy. Please provide us with at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel an appointment. This not only helps you avoid a fee but also allows us to offer the slot to an animal in need, ensuring our vets' valuable time is well-spent.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

31/05/2024

To all our existing clients, we currently have availability at the practice to take on new registrations. If you have any family or friends currently looking to register with a vet, please let them know we have new availability.

30/05/2024

🐱 Attention all cat owners in England! 🐾

Starting from June 10th, it's mandatory to have your feline friend microchipped. This small but important step ensures your kitty's safety and helps reunite lost pets with their families. Remember, if your cat isn't microchipped by then, you'll have 21 days to get it done, or you might face a fine of up to £500.

But don't worry! Microchipping is a one-time expense that offers lifelong protection for your furry companion. Let's make sure our beloved cats are always safe and sound. Spread the word among fellow cat lovers! 😺💖

25/05/2024

⭐️Good luck to our Vet Liz today who is doing the London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge!⭐️

24/05/2024

Little 12 week old Doris came in to see us yesterday for a health check and vaccinations 🥰

23/05/2024

We acknowledge today’s announcement by the CMA’s to open a market investigation into veterinary services for household pets in the UK.

At Whitstable Vets for Pets we are proud to operate as a locally-owned practice under a national brand. Our promise to you as our valued clients is to continue offering the best care, products and services for your much-loved pets.
Our team work tirelessly to put your pets needs first and we will continue to do so now and into the future. We will fully engage with the CMA during their investigation and hope that it will enable us to open up the conversation about some much-needed change in our sector that will benefit both clients and their pets, as well as our clinical and practice colleagues.

As always, our focus remains on always putting the needs of the pets in our care first.

20/05/2024

🐾🌟 Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month Spotlight! 🌟🐾

Meet our incredible Veterinary Nurses: Jodie and Lynn, and our dedicated student Veterinary Nurse, Ian! 🩺🐶🐱

Every day, they go above and beyond to ensure our animals get the best care possible. Here are just a few of the many things they do daily:

🔹 Give medications to patients
🔹 Order medication or equipment
🔹 Take calls
🔹 Charge equipment
🔹 Organise blood samples
🔹 Set up equipment
🔹 Perform worm egg counts
🔹 Email suppliers
🔹 Assist with surgeries
🔹 Dispense medication
🔹 Speak with clients
🔹 CPD/Study
🔹 Clean equipment
🔹 Take X-Rays
🔹 Clean treatment rooms and prep areas
🔹 Assist with vet visits
🔹 Organise equipment servicing

We are so grateful for their hard work, dedication, and the compassionate care they provide every single day. Let’s give a big shout-out to our amazing team! 👏❤️

20/05/2024

🐾 Today is National Dog Rescue Day! 🐾

Meet little Ernie, an adorable rescue puppy! Ernie came in to see us this morning for his second vaccinations and to be microchipped. 🐶❤️

We would love to see pictures of your rescue dogs in the comments. Share their stories and let’s celebrate the joy and love that rescue dogs bring into our lives! 📸🐕🎉

16/05/2024

Luna also in for her first vaccinations today 🥰

16/05/2024

Little Sage in for first vaccinations today 🥰

14/05/2024

Our dedicated student veterinary nurse, Ian, is on a mission to ensure every furry friend receives the best care possible. Right now, he's peering through the microscope with unwavering focus, meticulously examining guinea pig hair for any signs of pesky mites. 🦠🔬

It's moments like these that remind us of the incredible dedication and attention to detail required in veterinary care. Ian's commitment to the well-being of our animal companions is truly inspiring! 🌟🐾

02/05/2024

🐾🌟 Exciting News! May marks the beginning of Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month! 🌟🐾

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Let's take a moment to appreciate the incredible work of veterinary nurses who play a vital role in animal healthcare!

🌟 Throughout this month, we will be posting to raise awareness to our dedicated professionals and acknowledge their hard work and compassion.

🎉 Join us in celebrating Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month and let's spread awareness about the invaluable contributions of veterinary nurses! 🎉🐾

01/05/2024

🐾🌿 As the warmer weather rolls in, so does tick season! 🕷️ Pet parents, it's time to gear up and protect our furry friends from these pesky critters. Make sure to check your pets regularly and invest in preventive measures like tick collars or spot-on treatments. Let's keep our beloved companions safe and happy this season! 🐶🐱

29/04/2024

Is your furry friend due for a dental check-up? Don't let their dental health take a back seat!

At Whitstable Vets4Pets, we understand the importance of maintaining your pet's oral hygiene. From routine cleanings to specialised treatments, our experienced team is here to ensure your pet's smile shines bright.

Book your pet's dental treatment today and give them the gift of a healthy mouth! Contact us on 01227 272504 to schedule an appointment.
Remember, a healthy smile means a happy pet! 🐶😺

27/04/2024

Today we celebrate our wonderful Vets Liz, Leila and Monica 🩺

19/04/2024

Due to the amount of missed appointments we have been getting, we have had to put the following protocol in place. Thank you for your understanding

11/04/2024

Happy National Pets Day 11th April 2024. We would love to see your wonderful pets in the comments 🥰

11/03/2024

We have had a stray black and white female kitten handed in at the weekend. She is approximately 6months old and very friendly but unfortunately not microchipped. From how much she loves a fuss there must be someone out there looking for her, please get in touch if she may be yours or you know where her home may be so we can hopefully get her reunited with her owners!

25/02/2024

When Kelly from our Colton store's Pets Grooming salon discovered a lump on the tail of nine-year-old Rufus she suspected something wasn't right, so alerted his owners Les and Andrea so they could get it checked out. They brought him to Vets for Pets Leeds Colton where it was confirmed he had a cancerous tumour which needed surgery.

Les, who adopted Rufus from Dogs Trust in Leeds as a puppy, said: “Rufus is such a big part of our life; we’re absolutely besotted with him. We probably wouldn’t have noticed the lump if not at the groomers as the tail isn’t somewhere you would usually stroke and feel. Kelly loves Rufus and really looks after him, so we want to say a big thanks for spotting it. Who'd have known what would have happened if she hadn’t noticed.”

Rufus had to have his tail removed, but is now making a good recovery. He's been visiting Kelly for a groom every six weeks for the last three years. She said: “You get to know everything about a dog as you groom them. I’ve discovered similar things before on other dogs so I mentioned it to the owners so they could get it checked out. Dogs are my life and you do worry; I’m so pleased they caught it. Now he’s got a fully docked tail like a little bunny rabbit. It’s lovely and suits him – when he gets washed he wiggles his bum.”

21/02/2024

Arthur's owner Louise says he "looked like a brand-new tortoise" after having his beak filed at Sutton in Ashfield Vets4Pets.

Louise adopted the four-year-old Horsefield Tortoise from a family member in October. Although she has had other pets, Arthur is her first tortoise, so she has been doing some research on how to best care for him.

Louise said: "I noticed Arthur's beak was unusually long, so I brought him in to Vets for Pets; I bring all my pets there. When he came out, I thought 'you beautiful boy, look at you – you look so handsome!"

Vet Steph, who looked after Arthur, says that tortoise beaks continuously grow and normally grind down themselves while they're eating. She said: "Arthur needed a little help as his jaw isn't perfectly aligned; his lower jaw is further out than his top jaw, so I filed it around half a centimetre. He was really good; a real cutie."

18/02/2024

Owner Claire says she couldn't be more grateful to Vets4Pets Hamilton after their quick diagnosis saved the sight of six-year-old Alba.

Claire knew there was something terribly wrong with her miniature dachshund cross when she called her in from the back garden last summer and Alba ran headfirst into a closed patio door. She rushed her to the vets, where investigations led the team to diagnose her with uveitis – an eye condition which causes inflammation of the middle layer of the eye.

Claire said: "It all happened so suddenly; Alba must have heard my voice and guessed where to go. It was quite scary seeing how bad she was. We couldn't be more grateful for the team in Hamilton spotting the uveitis as quickly as they did, otherwise Alba would have gone blind within a matter of days. Their knowledge saved Alba's sight. I still can't believe it happened. It's taken months of treatments, but it's such a relief to have our girl back to being her funny, bossy self."

Vet Neil, one of the team who treated Alba, said: "Alba's pupil was really narrow and wouldn't respond to light properly, which can be a sign of uveitis. Once we had ruled out other conditions, we were able to get her to an eye specialist for ongoing treatment. She's now doing really well."

16/02/2024

Ducky's owner Antonia was in a state of panic when she saw a fox had dug its way into the field where she keeps him – killing two of her other ducks and chickens.

Antonia was about to move her brood into their pen for the evening when she saw what had happened and noticed that Ducky had severe bite wounds under his wing. She rushed him to Vets4Pets Vets Milton Keynes for emergency surgery – and after having his wound stitched up the one-year-old duck is now making a good recovery.

Antonia said: "I was so worried. You don’t often hear of ducks recovering from fox attacks, but there is something about Ducky and the way he was so brave. I'm sure he was protecting a lady duck, as he's a bit of a romantic. It's the first time we've gone to Vets for Pets, and the team were amazing; they've done an incredible job."

Vet Becca, who treated Ducky, said: "He's a really lucky duck, as it was quite a big wound. When he first came in, he was understandably subdued and quiet but when he came back for his stitches to be taken out, he wanted to explore and tuck his head into everyone’s shoulders."

07/02/2024

Well done to the team at Vets4Pets Guildford who've been awarded a silver level certificate for being a rabbit-friendly clinic.

After head veterinary nurse Ella noticed that more customers were bringing in rabbits the practice took a series of steps to give them as stress-free an experience as possible. Ella, who also fosters rescue dogs in her spare time, said: "There was a long list of things that we needed to prove that we did from making sure the rabbits are kept separate from other animals and not booked in at the same time as barking dogs, to providing heated kennels for those who need to stay in, and using special equipment made especially for rabbits."

Practice manager Kevin said: "All of our vets have plenty of experience with rabbits we have some real rabbit geeks here, so it was a big thing to us. There are so many good people in this world and I'm so proud to be around them."

28/01/2024

Beautiful Bear was born deaf, so he's learned to follow his owner Lisa's visual commands.

Lisa, who shops at our Tamworth store – "it's my second home!" – got two-year-old Bear as a kitten and suspected he was deaf when he didn't respond to her voice. She had it confirmed by her vet soon after. She said: "He was very scatty, and scared of people he didn’t recognise. He wasn’t bothered by loud noises like my other cat Emily and when I came home from work he wouldn’t hear the door open.

"He's doing really well though. I try to do some sign language with him – I point at him and do a solid hand sign at him to stop. He picks up on vibrations and scents too. He meows, making a really loud chirping sound which I’ve never heard a cat do before, and he’s always rubbing his head against my legs and following me everywhere. I was advised not to let him out because he wouldn’t hear cars or other dangers, so he comes outside with me every morning to have a sniff around the garden and always comes straight back in." Bear and Lisa's other cat Emily are on Instagram as

27/01/2024

Ten-year-old Dutch rabbit Alfie has been visiting vet Kate at Vets4pets Wolverhampton for dental treatment for the last eight years – and she says he's such a loveable character that he's become "part of the family".

He's one of the oldest rabbits treated by Kate and the team, and she says his longevity is down to the care and love he gets from his owner Tracy and her family. Kate said: "Alfie is famous in this practice – everyone knows him. We and his family are dedicated to making sure her little old man is happy. The beautiful thing about being a vet or vet nurse is you build these relationships with the owners and their pets – they become your surrogate pets."

Tracy's been keeping rabbits all her life, and says that having space and routine is key. She said: "Alfie is an old man now and has a routine. He goes into a hutch at night and is let out in the morning. He's out all day and has his favourite spots in the house. We clean him out every day and give him a lot of attention. When he was younger he would follow us around; if I was clearing a cupboard out he would be in the cupboard to help. Now he's old and wants to be warm and watch instead. I can't thank Kate and the practice enough. Kate's been fantastic with him."

26/01/2024

Eight-year-old Winnie the Schnauzer cross is running around like a puppy again thanks to laser treatment and physiotherapy after two successful knee operations at Vets for Pets Basildon.

Worried owner Tracy brought Winnie in to the practice after she collapsed on a walk last year – and the team discovered the cruciate ligament in a knee had ruptured. She’s since had ops on two knees and is on a recovery plan led by vet physiotherapist Izzy.

Tracy said: "Winnie has had a tough year with 15 teeth removed, two cruciate ligament operations and two bouts of pancreatitis but thankfully she's hardy. She’s treated fabulously at the Basildon practice. Izzy is great with her – she totally relaxes in her hands and does little snores with her eyes open. Winnie has a new lease of life again and is running around like a puppy."

Izzy said: "When pets have surgery or injure themselves they move differently which causes them to be sore in other places. Winnie has laser therapy then a massage to help the healing process. Laser treatment is a specialist service that not enough people know about – it can help in so many ways after an operation.”

19/01/2024

The team at Vets4Pets Cramlington say greyhound Frank was "an absolute gentleman" when he came in for some dental work.

Seven-year-old Frank was brought in by owner Harriet to get rid of some plaque which had built up and to treat a gum inflammation. Veterinary nurse Vicki said: "Frank was a very good boy and left with clean, fresh and sparkly teeth. It's so very important to get your dog's teeth checked and we advise pets to have an annual dental check. Eighty per cent of dogs over the age of three have dental disease. Prevention is much better than cure and regular checks and routine cleaning keep your pet's mouth healthier for longer and can help to prevent extensive extractions later in life. We are always happy to offer advice on maintenance and dental care at home such as teeth brushing or dental supplements."

18/01/2024

Veterinary nurse Mel from Vets4Pets Bristol Longwell Green loves cats so much she's helped the practice make a number of improvements to give cats as stress-free an experience as possible when they're brought in.

Mel, who has an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour for Veterinary Professionals, helped introduce facilities like a separate feline waiting area and cattery and the use of quiet clippers – and the practice now has a silver level certificate for being a cat-friendly clinic. She said: "I love dogs but I'm really a cat person. Cats can be misunderstood which can lead to them having quite a stressful life, so if we can make things easier for them and help people understand what cats need then everyone will be happier.

"As animal lovers there's always more to learn and understand about what makes them happy. Enrichment at the home is important for a happy cat – and as cats are naturally solitary animals if you live in a multi-cat household it's important to understand what they need. The rule is to have a resource per cat, plus one spare. So if you have two cats you should have three feeding stations, three litter trays and three scratch posts spread around the house so they have the opportunity to move around to wherever they want to go. Scratching is as natural a thing for cats to do as going out hunting is, so if they're unable to go out it's about providing the chance for them to behave as naturally as possible."

07/01/2024

Four-year-old Sebastian the Jack Russell is back to his usual boisterous self after being treated at Vets4Pets Abingdon for a condition that was causing the knee caps on his back legs to dislocate when he walked.

The condition, known as medial patellar luxation, would cause him to hop or skip when exercising. It's quite common in terriers and small dog breeds, but Sebastian's case was quite severe and he was given surgery by orthopaedic surgeon Joe to deepen the groove his patella runs in on his right hind leg, and also to move and reattach his patellar tendon.

Sebastian is owned by practice vet Hannah who said: "After the operation he just wanted to get back to normal straight away but he couldn't ... and that's where we struggled. He wanted to be out and about, charging around and playing with his toys but he needed to rest." Hannah had to give him medication for six weeks to give his knees time to heal. She said: "He's absolutely fine now – he's fully recovered and running around like a lunatic again!"

05/01/2024

When 11-year-old lurcher Jess was brought into Vets for Pets Leeds Birstall 24/7 Small Animal Hospital on Christmas Eve feeling very poorly with pyometra – a life-threatening uterus infection – the team knew they had to act fast; so vet Emily and nurses JD and Hannah headed straight in to perform emergency surgery on her in the early hours of Christmas morning.

The operation went so well that by lunchtime nurse Krishna was able to call her owner Beth to say she was well enough to come home to recuperate – and Beth made the hour-long drive from her home in Keighley so she could bring Jess home before the family sat down for their Christmas dinner. Beth said: "It was a stressful start to Christmas, as we were worried about Jess because of her age and because she's never had anything wrong with her before. We're so grateful for everything – it was so nice of them to come in on Christmas Day to operate on her, to look after her so well and to get her home on top form. The vets were fantastic from start to finish. Jess is recovering nicely – you can see the happiness is back in her!"

Krishna said: "Our night team always do an amazing job, and performing serious surgery like that at that time of night and on Christmas Day of all days is just brilliant. Jess did amazingly well to bounce back so quickly, and it was amazing being able to call her owners to say that she could come home to spend Christmas with them. It's the sort of call we all love to make, but doing it on Christmas Day was extra nice."

03/01/2024

Six-foot-long boa constrictor Astrix was the centre of attention when he called in for a routine "top to tail" health check at Vets4Pets Penzance.

Astrix, who's four, is part of a menagerie of six snakes, bearded dragons and six dogs belonging to veterinary nurse Lowenna, who works at the practice, and her partner Mark. The team looked at Astrix's eyes and mouth and checked his breathing to rule out any respiratory infections and also checked his scales.

Lowenna said: "He got a clean bill of health, he was absolutely fine and everyone had a turn holding him. Asterix is quite reserved, a little bit shy usually. He did really well when he came in as everyone wanted to touch him and he was like 'okay I quite like the attention.' Astrix has got a lovely big set-up at home. He's quite a big boy, weighing in at nearly 10 kilos, so the vivarium is more than seven foot long. We have a reptile room and he has the run of it. He has a large bucket of water too if he ever wants to submerge himself."

02/01/2024

This brave girl is collie-cross Sherpa, who the team at Vets for Pets Livingston say was "impeccably calm" when she was rushed in for emergency injury after hurting her eye in a freak accident.

Sherpa's owner Caroline was taking Sherpa for a walk when Sherpa caught her eye on a stick as she went exploring a bush. She was quickly admitted into surgery where she received X-rays and, after a two-hour procedure by practice owner Dr Adam, aided by nurse Erin, the stick was removed. Adam said: "Sherpa was amazingly tolerant following an extremely random occurrence. It was astonishing." Sherpa didn't lose her sight and is now making a great recovery.

Caroline said: “We were suddenly thrown into the worst living nightmare, it was absolutely horrifying. It’s truly a miracle what Adam and the team achieved from the moment they answered our call for help. They gave us hope."

24/12/2023

This little Christmas cracker is Molly, who survived against the odds and gave birth to three premature puppies after being brought in to Vets for Pets Cirencester as a pregnant stray with severe injuries from a fight with other dogs.

Martina, who owns the practice, said: ”It was really touch and go and we thought Molly might not make it. The team treated mum first, got her on a drip and stabilised her before successfully managing to deliver the puppies – two boys and a girl – by caesarean section."

Molly, who's a Cairn Terrier, and her three pups are recovering well at home with Martina. “As they needed 24/7 care I took them home and emptied the whole spare bedroom so there was a nice, warm and comfortable quiet place for Molly and her puppies. I was attached to her for the first five days – my husband Matt even brought food up to the bedroom for me as I stayed there all the time. It was really hard work but it was all worth it. They’re absolute darlings and doing really well now – mum is already brave enough to go on dog walks.”

Martina says Molly will continue living with her in the future, and the puppies will be adopted when they are stronger.

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Vets4Pets Whitstable, Inside Pets At Home
Whitstable
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Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

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+441227272504

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https://www.vets4pets.com/practices/vets4pets-whitstable/?utm_source=FB&utm_medium=Yext&y_source=1_MjkyNTE4NTAtNTU5LWxvY

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Veterinary Surgeon Liz and Veterinary Nurse Jodie have years of veterinary experience between them and have decided to open their own practice together in Whitstable. They have both lived in Kent all their life and have worked in various practices across the county. Liz has a keen interest in Feline Medicine and Surgery and the care of geriatric animals with chronic conditions. Jodi also has a keen interest in feline medicine, in particular cardiology and canine and feline behaviour. Liz and Jodie look forward to welcoming you and your pet to their practice.

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