Luc Van Dijck Veterinary Centre Ltd

05/02/2025

Playful Harry bought his favourite snack to share with us at his recent appointment 🦴

24/01/2025

SALE NOW ON - All Christmas/Winter stock is now 30% off in the reception area of the practice. Please feel free to pop in to have a browse 🐾

09/01/2025

It's a snow day again at the practice today⛄️Whilst a lot of pets love playing in the snow please be cautious of the hazards the snow brings with it.

* Antifreeze - Ethylene glycol is a common ingredient in Antifreeze, this is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. signs to look out for include drooling saliva, lethargy, vomiting, low or no appetite, appearing 'wobbly' or uncoordinated. If you believe your pet has ingested antifreeze please contact us immediately.

* Rock salt - This is used to salt roads and paths and can be harmful if ingested by your pet and can also cause irritation to paw pads. Excessive ingestion can lead to high sodium concentration in the blood, if you suspect that your pet has ingested rock salt please contact us.

* Hypothermia can affect pets and can cause the same symptoms as us; shivering, weakness, low heart rate and pale gums. Be sure to limit your time outside for smaller, older pets or breeds with thinner coats. Investing in pet-safe clothing that will give them some more layers may be well received.

* Freezing of the skin, ears, paws and tails can lead to frostbite which is extremely painful. Areas of skin may become red and puffy once warmed up so be sure to keep outdoor exposure brief during freezing temperatures. Booties are available to use, however ensure that your pet is happy and accustomed to them before venturing out.

* Pets with arthritis can suffer more when the weather gets colder leading to stiffness and discomfort. So it might be best to do shorter, more frequent walks during colder days.

23/12/2024

Merry Christmas to all of our clients and fur babies! We hope you all have a fabulous Christmas and New year. With love from all the staff at Luc Van Dijck's Veterinary Centre 🎄

17/12/2024

Even a vet's dog is entitled to feel sorry for themselves every so often!

16/12/2024

** IMPORTANT CLIENT NOTICE **

We hope you're all enjoying the festive season so far. As Christmas is fast approaching we would like to make all of our client's aware of our opening times over Christmas and New year, please see photo below.

If your pet is on repeat medication please give us at least 24 hours notice for a repeat prescription, this also includes written prescriptions. In the unfortunate circumstance that your pet requires emergency care over the Christmas period whilst we're closed please contact My Pets Vets in Lowton on 01942 417800.

We hope you all have a lovely Christmas and New Year 🎄⛄️🎅

29/11/2024

Today we got the pleasure of meeting Freddie the Old Tyme Bulldog, safe to say we have all fell in love.
Welcome to the LVD vet family Freddie !! ❤️

16/11/2024

Unfortunately, this afternoon a member of the public has brought in a deceased black and white cat found located on scot lane / beech hill avenue, near the lights.

We have been able to scan and record a microchip however the microchip was registered to a charity meaning there is no details for the current owner.

If you think this could be your cat please contact us on 01942 242464 with the details of your pets microchip number.

**Please note that unfortunately the body is not viewable.**

Call now to connect with business.

12/11/2024

NEW STOCK - We have some lovely new shampoo, deodorising spray, ear cleaner and ear wipes . These can all be bought over the counter without prescription. The ear wipes and cleaner can be used for both cats and dogs making it easy to keep your pets ears clean at home and can be a preventative treatment for those prone to ear issues. If you would like more information on these items then please get in touch or pop in to ask one of the receptionists about the new range 🐶🐱

29/10/2024

Happy Halloween from all the staff at the practice! Our pets have been getting ready for the occasion this week. We would love to see your furry friend's Halloween adventures in the comments below 🎃

29/10/2024

With Bonfire night fast approaching, please see below some tips for keeping your pets calm and safe during the fireworks. This weekend is expected to be busy with firework displays across the area so please keep your pets indoors in the evenings and hopefully you find these tips helpful to make your furry friends as comfortable as possible during this time. If your pet does suffer with high anxiety during fireworks please contact us on 01942 242464 for further advice 🎆

14/10/2024

It's that spooky time of year again in the practice. In order to prepare yourself and your pet for a safe Halloween please see the following pet safety advice:

🦇Keep your pets away from sweets and chocolate as they are toxic for cats and dogs.

🎃 Keep lit candles out of reach of your pet.

🕸 Hang decorations out of your pets reach.

🧛‍♂️ If your pet is anxious about visitors, put a sign on your door warning against trick-or-treaters.

👻 If you’re having a Halloween party or in a neighbourhood that gets lots of trick-or-treaters, help your pet feel calm and secure by making them a den in a quiet corner away from the activity.

Hope everyone has a fun and safe Halloween 🌙
Also, a big thank you to Bouncer for being such a good spooky boy letting us decorate him for the occasion.

30/09/2024

As the nights are becoming darker please be aware of the dangers of walking your dog at night. Low visibility can be fatal to both you and your pet, so here are some tips for keeping yourself and pet aglow during these darker autumn nights:

- Wear reflective clothing and accessories, and use a reflective collar or lead for your dog. Car headlights can reflect off reflective gear to help you be seen.

- Attach a light to your dog's collar or harness or carry a torch to increase yours and your dog's visibility.

- Keep your dog on a lead. Dogs can get disoriented in the dark, and loud noises, bright lights, and unfamiliar places can be startling.

- Stick to well-lit, familiar routes with sidewalks, and avoid poorly lit streets or unknown trails.

- Understand your dog's behaviour. Dogs can see better in the dark than humans, but their behaviour may be different at night. Objects that are normal during the day may be more frightening at night.

30/09/2024

Laura from our office team, went to visit Makants Greyhound Rescue NW to deliver our donation of £320. Raised through our open day sale and coffee morning.
Huge thank you to all who supported us.
All the dogs were out with the volunteers but Laura managed a tour of the kennels and shop. They have everything a Greyhound could ever want.

25/09/2024

ATTENTON !!!
As the party season is fast approaching it is time we thought about our furry friends.
A lot of our pets get anxious due to fireworks, dark nights etc. Here is how we can help, we have a variety of options to help such as pet remedy, adaptil/ feliway and serenicare.
These products take 4 - 6 weeks to start working so its better to start now. If you're unsure of what will work best for your pet please give us a call on 01942 242464 or pop in and speak to one of the reception staff or nurses.
For severe cases of anxiety please make an appointment with one of our vets to discuss other appropriate treatment.

And of course Bailey wanted to get in on the action !!🐶🎆❤️

13/09/2024

****Friday the 13th has struck the Surgery. We are currently facing difficulties with our Phones and our internet. We are doing everything we can to rectify the situation and will be back on track as soon as we are able. Thank you for your understanding.****

11/09/2024

A behind the scenes at Luc Van Dijck....
Here are a few pictures of a very happy Lupin (without her birthday hat on) coming for her weekly laser treatment.
It was her birthday, so of course her Auntie Molly had to dress her up !
However, we don't think Lupin was too pleased...

20/08/2024

*** CLIENT NOTICE ***

The practice will be closed this coming bank holiday on Monday, the 26th of August 2024. If your pet requires urgent care during this time please contact My Pets Vets in Leigh on 01942 417800. We will e back open as usual on Tuesday, the 27th of August.