Village Vets Dundrum

22/08/2024

Myth: Cats Always Land on Their Feet

Fact: While cats have a righting reflex that usually helps them land on their feet when they fall, this is not always the case. Cats can still suffer serious injuries from falls, especially from greater heights. Veterinary care is crucial if a cat falls, as they might have internal injuries or fractures that aren't immediately obvious.

21/08/2024

Meet the Team Member – Beatrice

Q - What is your role at Village Vets and at which clinic are you based?
A - I am a Receptionist in our Dundrum clinic

Q - How long have you been with the company?
A - 9 months

Q - What is your favourite part of the job?
A - Giving the animals that come in a cuddle.

Q - What is something you’re particularly proud of?
A - Being able to comfort clients.

Q - What’s something you like to do outside of work?
A - Jogging with my dog.

Q - Do you have any pets at home?
A - Yes, one dog called Henny.

Q - What's one piece of advice you have for pet owners?
A - Be apart of our pet plan!

19/08/2024

We know many vets dream of owning their own practice but are intimidated by the next steps. Others make the leap, and then find the administration, compliance and management burdensome.

That’s why we’re proud to offer a new, innovative Irish solution at Village Vets.

We partner with ambitious, passionate vets to set you up your own practice, or to help you with your existing practice. We’re offering an equity partnership where you co-own the business and we provide the vital infrastructure to give you the best chance of success while focusing on doing what you do best – caring for pets and their owners.

As the first and only partnership model available in Ireland, we’ll use our extensive experience of growing and developing veterinary practices to boost your journey. We will provide ongoing support on HR, marketing, finance and all the other support functions you need, while empowering you to run your practice as you see fit.

Interested? Drop Aoife Caulfield, our Partnerships & Acquisitions Lead, a WhatsApp on 0896073386, email [email protected] or give her a call for an informal, confidential chat about whether this is the right next step in your career.

19/08/2024

Rabbit teeth grow continuously throughout their life making them prone to dental disease! Look out for reduced appetite, change in faeces quantity or size, any lethargy or abnormal jaw noises, movement or drooling and weight loss. Regular check-ups and a diet high in hay (85%)can prevent these issues.

16/08/2024

MISSING DOG!!
Missing dog around dundrum, 8 months old. Her name is princess. she is not mirochipped and currently doesnt have a collar on. Please drop into Dundrum Village vets if found or call the owners number on 0864067893. Missing 2 days now. Friendly dog.
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16/08/2024

Myth: Dogs Eat Grass When They Are Sick

Fact: Many people believe that dogs eat grass to induce vomiting when they feel unwell. However, research suggests that most dogs eat grass because they simply like the taste or because it’s part of their natural behaviour.

It's also possible that eating grass helps with digestion or provides some necessary nutrients. Regardless, frequent grass eating accompanied by vomiting should be checked by a veterinarian to rule out underlying health issues.

13/08/2024

Hot Spots on Dogs

Have you noticed your dog scratching, licking, or biting at one specific area more than usual? It could be a hotspot!

What Are Hot Spots?

Hot spots are painful, inflamed areas on your dog's skin caused by excessive licking, scratching, or biting. They can appear quickly and spread fast!

Common Causes:

- Underlying uncontrolled food or environmental allergies
- Ear infections (hot spots around the head or near the ear)
- Fleas or other insect bites
- Small wounds or areas of inflammation that are tickly as they heal that cause your dog to scratch at them triggering a hot spot
- Areas of tangled or matted fur

Give us a call - these are usually simple to treat and we can make your dog feel much better very soon with specific treatment. In the meantime, before your appointment, put a buster collar on your pet or doggy pyjamas to prevent your dog from scratching or licking which can make it worse.

11/08/2024

Have you noticed your cat peeing outside its litter box or spending a long time inside it? Or maybe there is some blood in the urine? These are signs of painful inflammation of the bladder which is very common in cats.

There are lots of possible causes though interestingly, infection is rarely one of them!

Always provide a litter box per cat, plus one extra, and lots of sources of freshwater (away from the litter box and their food!)

If you notice any of these symptoms, call your local Village Vets for an appointment!

09/08/2024

What should I do if my pet eats something toxic?

If you suspect your pet has eaten something toxic, call one of our clinics immediately.

For some toxins, such as chocolate, we can often work out the toxic dose by phone and advise owners signs to watch for but for others we may advise you to bring your pet to the vet for assessment and treatment. This might include making your pet get sick (which is most effective the sooner it is done!) or fluid therapy to flush out any toxins.

Grapes or raisins are a particularly common toxicity that we see, and whilst pretty to look at, lilies are extremely toxic for cats & can cause severe kidney damage.

06/08/2024

Did you know that ear infections are a common issue in dogs? 🐶 Signs include scratching, head shaking, and a bad smell. Regular vet check-ups can help keep your pup's ears healthy!

01/08/2024

31/07/2024

Meet the Team Member – Rachel

Q - What is your role at Village Vets and at which clinic are you based?
A - I am a Vet Nurse in our Dundrum clinic

Q - How long have you been with the company?
A - Just over 6 years now

Q - What is your favourite part of the job?
A - Helping our patients feel better by nursing them back to health.

Q - What is something you’re particularly proud of?
A - Being a feline nurse

Q - What’s something you like to do outside of work?
A - I like to walk down the pier and looking after my pets

Q - Do you have any pets at home?
A - Yes, 4 cats and 8 guinea pigs

Q - What's one piece of advice you have for pet owners?
A - Always vaccinate

30/07/2024

28/07/2024

Our Pet Health Plan includes annual blood & urine tests for your pet? Allowing us to stay on top of their health and spot any abnormalities early!

For more info visit: https://www.villagevets.ie/free-visits

26/07/2024

If you find yourself in an emergency situation with your pet, ring us straight away so that we can advise you on the best course of action to take, and to arrange for you to visit us.

We provide an emergency veterinary service for all of our clients, with our team of veterinary surgeons and nurses working from our Clonsilla and Dundrum hospitals seven days a week, including bank holidays.

For more information; https://www.villagevets.ie/emergencies

24/07/2024

We had two Maine C***s Flitwick and Ginny in with us last week for a nail trim. They are 9kg which is double the size of a standard cat. They where extremely well behaved and very photogenic. They are very pretty cats as we can all definitley agree with.🥰🤎😻

23/07/2024

22/07/2024

Rhea was in with us last week getting her second vaccine done. She will need to come back in 2-4 weeks to get her 3rd and final puppy vaccine.Then she can go on her walks and make new doggy friends. Rhea was such a pleasure to have in the clinic today and we can't wait to see her again soon.💓🐶

21/07/2024

Don't worry, we speak fluent meow, bark, and even squeak. No pet language barrier here!

20/07/2024

Rayo was in with last week for his nails to be cut and his weight to be checked. He gets his weight checked reguarlly as he is a very fast growing puppy. We check puppy weights regularly as they are constantly changing as they grow.

19/07/2024

It's important to keep our furry friends protected with regular vaccinations. Let's ensure they stay healthy, happy, and ready for all the adventures ahead!

18/07/2024

We had Mavrick and Goose come in to us for a Nurse consult to get their final vaccine!! As you can probably tell we were all obsessed with them. They were so curious which is good as they can now go socializing as they are now fully vaccinated.🐈🐈❤️‍⬛

16/07/2024

Teddy was in with us getting his ears flushed as he was sufferimg from an ear infection that had been bothering him for quite some time! When he woke up he felt as fresh as a daisy. He wanted to join us outside at the desk. He done so well we where tempted to hire him on the spot!! He got loads of snuggles off us and is recovering well.🐶💓

13/07/2024

Latte was in with us on monday for her check up . She is doing much better as you can see🤣All the dogs seem to love the Royal Canin treats. 🐶💚🦴

12/07/2024

Try freezing yoghurt, or pureed fruits like berries into ice cube trays or silicone moulds for a refreshing snack.

Remember to use pet-safe ingredients and avoid anything toxic. Share your pet's favourite frozen treat recipe with us!

10/07/2024

Lucas was in the clinic yesterday to collect his monthly worming tablets. He came in to say hi and to get some treats and some pets off us. This boy could honestly be a dog model, look how handsome he is!!😍🐶

09/07/2024

Meet Ireland's premier exotic vet service, led by the renowned Dr. Bairbre O'Malley.

With over 40 years of experience, Dr. O'Malley and her expert team have successfully treated more than 120 species of exotic pets, from rabbits and guinea pigs to parrots and snakes.

As a respected Associate Lecturer in Exotic Species at UCD, Dr. O'Malley ensures our team is highly skilled in caring for these unique animals.

For more info, visit: https://www.villagevets.ie/bray-vets/exotic-pets

08/07/2024

Nala was in for a spay last week. She was such a good girl. We gave her loads of pets and cuddles. She is recovering great. Look at how pretty this girl is!!🐾💕🐶