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Minster Vets has been providing veterinary care to the pets of York for more than 100 years.

Originally based in a converted townhouse in The Crescent Minster vets have expanded into one of York's largest small animal practices.

24/08/2024

🌞August Bank Holiday opening times🌞

23/08/2024

Let’s squash this myth 🕵️

Dog breath isn’t always an ‘old dog thing’, which for many can be the assumed thing. Just like us, cats and dogs can experience dental issues that require attention.
Take a moment to assess your pet's breath. If it's less than pleasant, it could be a red flag for dental issues such as gum disease, plaque build up, or tooth decay.
If you’ve noticed any new dental symptoms in your pet, contact us today.

22/08/2024

🌞August Bank Holiday opening times 🌞

21/08/2024

🛑 A Hutch is Not Enough 🛑

Rabbits need more than a small hutch to thrive🐇 Confining them to tight spaces is cruel and harmful. Here’s why:

🐰 Solitary Confinement: Rabbits need space to run, jump, stretch, dig, and forage, as well as a bonded mate for companionship.

🐰 Weather Exposure: Small hutches offer little protection from the elements, leaving rabbits vulnerable.

🐰 Room to Rear Up: Rabbits must be able to stand on their hind legs without touching the roof to avoid spinal issues.

Minimum Enclosure Size: At least 3m x 2m x 1m high—bigger is always better!

Learn more at Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund

21/08/2024

Our lovely team are running the Great North run 💪🏃
In aid of a fabulous charity. Every donation big or small would be gratefully received ❤️
Thank you x

A TEAM of York vets, veterinary nurses and receptionists are under starter’s orders for next month’s Great North Run.

21/08/2024

💊💉Prescription requests💊💉

Please be aware that all repeat prescription requests will need to be in by Thursday 22nd August to ensure it's arrival before August Bank Holiday weekend.

Please call your nearest branch with your requests.

20/08/2024

🤞🤞Help needed🤞🤞

We have had a white stray ferret brought into the surgery. He is a male entire and no microchip. He is well handled and friendly. Found on Crombie Avenue, Clifton.
If you think this may be your pet, proof of ownership will be required. Please call us on 01904 643997

20/08/2024

⭐️⭐️Lenny⭐️⭐️

Lenny the British short haired cat was in recently for castration and microchipping at our Copmanthorpe branch. Helen the nurse described him as lush and gorgeous..... we would have to agree 😍

19/08/2024

From the 'boop button' nose to the ‘attention grabbers’ get ready to see your furry friend in a whole new light 😂

17/08/2024

One cat, two personalities. Fiji belongs to Ellie, one of our vets. By day an aloof gent exploring outside, and by night a soft gentle boy who thrives from attention... not to say he won't give a nip when he's had enough 😅 Any other cats with multiple personas?

16/08/2024

🐾🐾Staff updates🐾🐾

Sadly we have said goodbye to a few faces in the recent weeks and they will be missed by us and I am sure some of you 😔

Josie (Vet surgeon at Salisbury Road and Crockey Hill), Emily (Vet surgeon at Salisbury Road and Malton branch), Eve - maternity leave (Vet surgeon at Salisbury Road and Crockey Hill), Abi (RVN), Laura (RVN)

We welcome 🙋‍♀️:

Steph and Macey as our newest RVN recruits and Veronica and Amy as our newest Vet Surgeons and we also welcome Charlotte, Laura and Fiona (reception/admin).

They look forward to meeting you all in the near future.

13/08/2024

🐾🐾 Norbet, Bryn and Ziggy🐾🐾

These 3 terrors were brought into York Emergency Vets last week.

After returning home, their owner had discovered that 4 Welsh cakes had been stolen/eaten (high raisin content). Problem being ..... which dog was responsible?

After each dog received an emetic drug, it turned out Norbert was definitely the main culprit 😂, but Bryn and Ziggy had definitely joined in the shenanigans also. 😈

We hope they have learnt there lesson, but sadly this is not always the case.

10/08/2024

🙏Help needed🙏

We have had this lovely grey female kitten brought into us last night as a stray. No collar or microchip. She was found at Foss Park hospital on Haxby road. If you think this is your pet, please contact the surgery on 01904 643997. Proof of ownership will be required.

09/08/2024

Just over 4 weeks to go!!

9 members of staff from the Minster Veterinary Practice are running the Great North Run 2024 to raise money for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People 💨👟 🐶
We would massively appreciate any donations small or large in supporting our team and this amazing charity 🐶

https://www.justgiving.com/page/minster-vets-gnr24?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fminster-vets-gnr24&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

08/08/2024

😻What is your cat doing on International Cat Day?😻
Show us how your cat is celebrating today by sharing your best pictures.
Let's give these purr-fect pets the spotlight they deserve!
🐱

06/08/2024

Frodo patiently waiting whilst the dispensary team get his flea and worming treatment ready, toes are crossed for a quick treat too 🤞👀

02/08/2024

Anyone else ready for the weekend?

31/07/2024

⭐️ Mabel ⭐️

Mabel was so excited to come in and see us especially, when the treat tin was involved 🍭🦴Here she is mid action shot ready to get her chop’s on that treat 🐶

30/07/2024

Remember on these warm summer days 🌞... to make sure your dog is able to keep cool by:
Providing shade
Cooling aids (fans, mats, frozen treats)
Constant access to water
Limiting exercise

Holly here belongs to one of our vets Lucy, she has always enjoyed a sunbathing session, as long as there is some shade nearby. ☂️

29/07/2024

⭐️ Shelli and Mable ⭐️

Meet these two gorgeous Staffie puppies 😍

Shelli (purple harness) and Mable (pink harness) are from the same litter and both came in for their 2nd vaccinations with Nurse Alice 💉

Just look at those little faces 🥹 They both have such similar facial markings but the opposite sides to each other 🥰

26/07/2024

⭐⭐ Baz⭐⭐

Baz came in recently for a vaccine. According to the nurse administering it, he was a little shy/ reserved to start with, but with persuasion and gentle words, he came more out of his shell 🥰 Well done lovely boy 👏

24/07/2024

⭐⭐Mary⭐⭐

Mary the Wire haired Dachshund puppy came in recently to our Willow Grove branch for her puppy vaccine and health check. She enjoyed chewing on the ear pieces of the stethoscope 😂🤢 I am sure she will become a firm favourite with the staff at Willow Grove 🥰

23/07/2024

🥳🥳 CONGRATULATIONS🥳🥳

We are pleased to say that Lydia Waters passed her Veterinary Client Care Non-Clinical Skills Diploma: she can now use the post nominals DipNCS(VCC).This is a fantastic achievement and a lot of hard work to complete. Well done Lydia 👏🎉

22/07/2024

🐶🐶 7 spaniel puppies🐶🐶

Just to cheer you up on Monday morning 🥰

They visited recently for their initial vaccines/ health check and microchipping before they go off to their forever homes 🤎🤍

19/07/2024

🔎Laparoscopic Bitch spays 🔎

This is Olivia 🥰 She recently had a Laparoscopic Bitch spay procedure and here she is pictured at her post op check. It just happened to be her birthday. She revelled in the attention and treats 🤎

(Keyhole/Lap Spay)
What is a laparoscopic spay and how does it work?

Traditionally, bi***es are neutered by opening the abdomen and removing the ovaries and uterus. With the development of keyhole surgery, we now offer the option of neutering using this less-invasive method. Instead of one longer incision, 3 small incisions are made in the abdomen to allow the insertion of the instruments and camera. Using these, the ovaries are removed.

What are the advantages of a lap spay vs an open spay?

Studies suggest a laparoscopic spay is 60% less painful for the patient
Recovery is usually complete in 2-3 days rather than 7-10
this can be beneficial to very active dogs
There is a reduced risk of wound complications such as infections and breakdowns

Is my dog a candidate for a lap spay?

Not all patients are suitable for keyhole spaying. This procedure can be offered to patients:

10-40kg: due to restrictions imposed by the size of the instruments.
Under 6 years old: patients older than this usually have uterus changes that mean the uterus should be removed along with the ovaries. Keyhole surgery can only remove the ovaries.
Ideal bodyweight: obesity makes visualising the organs very difficult.
No previous reproductive disease: uterus disease requires removal of the uterus.

https://minstervets.co.uk/what-we-offer/laparoscopic-surgery

19/07/2024

EDIT- OWNER LOCATED.
❗️HELP NEEDED❗️
We have had a female brown and white cat brought into us this morning. No collar/ microchip. Found near Cornlands road, York. She is currently receiving treatment at our Salisbury road hospital. If you think this may be your pet, please call us on 01904 643997. Proof of ownership will be required.

18/07/2024

⭐️⭐️Rosie⭐️⭐️

Rosie ate a piece of string the size of a mop handle. One of her family member had thought they had seen her chewing at it and realised the string was a lot shorter than it was! We attempted to induce vomiting knowing that it is not always successful in cats. Luckily it worked. Rosie went home after a half hour stay.

Please keep your eye on these pesky felines 👀

17/07/2024

⭐⭐Max⭐⭐

Casually waiting for his turn to see the vet. He couldn't help but have a nosey out the window overlooking the car park 😂

16/07/2024

Are you going on holiday? ☀️🏝
Is your dog going into boarding kennels? 🐶

Have you checked with your boarding kennels what their requirements are regarding Kennel cough vaccine?

The Kennel cough vaccine is recommended with most boarding kennels, but because it is a live vaccine the vaccine is recommended to be administered at least 2 weeks prior as they can be symptomatic with the vaccine.

15/07/2024

💉💉Additional puppy vaccines💉💉

Chester visited recently for his third/additional Parvovirus vaccine.

This is now included in a puppies initial vaccination regime.

Sadly we have been seeing more and more Parvovirus cases within the area. This additional vaccine gives puppies that added protection against the virus.

Sometimes if their mother's maternal antibodies are present during the the initial vaccines, it can cause the vaccination not to work. (Does not stimulate an immune response).

Address

Salisbury Road
York
YO264YN

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm
Saturday	8:30am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 12pm

Telephone

+441904643997

Website

https://minstervets.co.uk/

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ADDER BITES: Here’s what to do! 🐍🐍 👉Keep your dog close to you or on a lead around areas known for Adder populations – this will stop them from bothering the snakes and the likelihood of the snakes striking. 👉If an Adder has bitten your pet, call your vet immediately, and if possible, carry your pet to stop the venom from spreading. 👉 Even if you have been on a walk and haven't seen your pet get bitten but are acting out of character or notice any swellings, call your vet to be safe. As we go through these warmer months, we will likely see more Adders basking in the sun, where they are likely to be bothered by your pets!

⭐⭐Inca⭐⭐ Such a clever girl 🥰 She has mastered the art of sitting on the weighing scales, waiting and the best bit is receiving the treat at the end 😋👏

⭐❤️Veterinary Receptionist Week❤️⭐

🐾True or False?🐾 "Wait until they're 6 months old before leaving a puppy alone." ⭐Fact Check: Early independence training is key! Here's the scoop: 1️⃣ Start Young, Start Gradual: Waiting until 6 months can make this training more difficult. Begin teaching your puppy to stay alone early to prevent separation anxiety down the road. Gradually build up the time. 2️⃣ Short and Sweet Sessions: Leave them alone for short periods initially. It can be as simple as stepping into another room for a few minutes. Gradual exposure is the key. 3️⃣ Chews and Comfort: Provide distractions like chews or toys to keep your pup occupied. Make the experience positive, associating alone time with enjoyable activities. 4️⃣ Listen to Cues: If your puppy is distressed, start with very short intervals, even as brief as 10 seconds. Gradually increase as they become more comfortable. 5️⃣ Seek Professional Help: If leaving your puppy is a challenge, don't hesitate to reach out to an accredited dog trainer or behaviourist for personalised guidance. Building independence early fosters a confident, well-adjusted pup!🐶

🐾True or False?🐾 "Your dog needs to play with dogs when they are young to prevent them from being reactive." 🚫 ⭐Fact Check: While letting your puppy interact with other dogs is crucial, it's not just about quantity, but QUALITY! Socialisation goes beyond playdates – it's about introducing them to a wide variety of safe dogs and to new experiences like novel objects, sounds, smells, and surfaces. 👉So why not just endless play with furry friends? Socialisation is a well-rounded approach and many older dogs will not want to play with them. Controlled and positive interactions with dogs, humans, and diverse environments are key. Remember, it's about setting the stage and putting in the time for a well-adjusted, friendly companion. 🐶💛

⭐️ Meet Chico ⭐️ Just look at him, isn’t he gorgeous 🥹🥰 He was very much loving his chin/neck scratches post-op 😻

🚫Muzzle stigma needs to go!🚫 Muzzle training is an important skill for every dog! Although some people think dogs that wear muzzles are scary, this stigma needs to go! They are a fantastic tool which have plenty of benefits and when done properly, should be a fun engaging training session for you and your dog. Benefits and uses of muzzle training: -Stops dogs eating dangerous items when on walks -Stop high prey drive dogs catching and hurting wildlife -Helps reduce anxiety for owners when working with their nervous or reactive dog -Dogs can’t talk and so only have a limited way to communicate, if they are injured or scared enough it is only natural for them to bite, muzzle training means people can be kept safe in emergency situations and can allow examination of poorly pets. -Following the law - If your dog has been exempted but is a breed or type which is listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, then they must be kept on a lead and muzzled in public. See Holly& Fig - some of our staff dogs fashioning a muzzle, they are happy and content after positive reinforcement training to desensitise them to the muzzle. Muzzle training should be a fun activity for you and your dog, just as teaching something like “paw” or “rollover”, if you need further advice regarding muzzle training please get in touch. "Share this video if you found it helpful"

Happy Valentines day ❤️ From our resident lothario Tucker Marr 🫶

This #BlueMonday we want to give thanks to how much our besties give to us each day

The love of a cat is a special one and we thank you every day but especially on #BlueMonday

Not even Santa can resist. 🐶💗🎅

Cats + Christmas Tree = Paranoia 🤪🫣🎄 On a serious note, please keep any lights and decorations out of cat paw reach

See our senior wellness checks as an MOT on your classic car… but the car is furry. 🤔 Arthritis is progressive, and it is not curable, but there are several ways to improve comfort and help your cat or dog to lead a full and active life. symptoms can indicate underlying osteoarthritis – a painful condition caused by degeneration and inflammation of the joints. We are on hand to help, please reach out and book today

Time to start thinking about fireworks 😔🎆🎇

Making biscuits! 😍 Kittens knead their mother's stomach to stimulate milk flow. If your cat kneads your lap during cuddles, it may indicate their connection from the secure bond with their mother to the bond they share with you. And the more they knead, the more they love you! 💗

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The Minster Veterinary Practice has been providing veterinary care to the pets of York for more than 100 years. Originally based in a converted townhouse in The Crescent, The Minster Veterinary Practice has expanded into one of York’s largest small animal practices.

The Minster Veterinary Practice has five branches at Crockey Hill, Willow Grove, Copmanthorpe and Haxby, and its main small animal hospital at Salisbury Road.

The Minster Veterinary Practice moved the main hospital to its current site at Salisbury Road in 1985. Originally poultry and equine were both treated at this site, but since 1998 Salisbury Road has been a dedicated small animal practice. In 2015, the Salisbury Road practice gained hospital status, the highest level of accreditation, from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).