Emlagh Lodge Veterinary Centre

24/10/2025

🫀 Pepper’s Heart Check-Up

Sweet Pepper was in with us for her follow-up chest X-rays to check how her heart is doing 💕

On her last visit, our team noticed some fluid build-up around her lungs, called perihilar oedema (that just means fluid sitting near the centre of the lungs). This can happen when the heart isn’t pumping efficiently, and a bit of fluid leaks into the lung tissue — making it harder to breathe.

The X-rays show us how Pepper is responding to her heart medication, and we’re happy to see how she’s improving! Regular rechecks like this are so important to help us adjust treatment early and keep pets with heart disease feeling their best 💗🐾

If your pet is showing any signs such as:
• 💨 Breathing faster or harder than usual
• 😴 Getting tired more quickly
• 🐶 Coughing or losing interest in walks

…it’s always worth a check-up. Early detection makes a big difference ❤️

23/10/2025

💡 It’s raddle time! 💡
As tupping season gets underway, it’s time to get your raddles ready 🐏

Raddles (either harnesses or raddle powder) are a simple but invaluable tool for managing your flock during breeding:

🔹 Track mating activity – see which ewes have been served
🔹 Spot repeats – change colour every 10–14 days to identify non-cycling ewes
🔹 Plan lambing dates – helps predict when each batch is due

If you’d like advice on pre-tupping checks or ram fertility testing, Call us on 071 9630786📞

22/10/2025

Big day for this little one! 🐾

In for their microchip and first vaccines — lots of cuddles, bravery, and tail wags all around 💕

20/10/2025

🚗 It’s that time of the year again 🚙
please check under cars as little kittens often hide under bonnets for warmth with the change in weather 🌧

This lil kitty was very lucky thankfully when found. She was brought in to us for a full health check from Vet Casey followed by lots of warm cuddles, food & TLC 😊🥹😻

17/10/2025

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This brave little kitty came in for her spay surgery who also had a hernia repair🩺💉

Hernias can happen when internal tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Luckily our team was able to safely repair it during her spay procedure✅

Spaying doesn’t just prevent unwanted litters - it can also help us catch and treat issues like this before they become more serious!

15/10/2025

🔬Ever wonder what’s going on inside your pets ears? This close-up under the microscope shows an ear mite, which can cause itching and irritation to the ears😓

Here at Emlagh Lodge, we use advanced diagnostics to pinpoint the problem and get your pet the relief they need - fast and effectively🙌🏼

📞 Call us today if you think your pet needs a visit with us on 071 9630786

14/10/2025

The lovely Poppy was in to see us last week for her routine nail clip and health check🩺

Poppy is one of our regulars and is a sweetheart!

10/10/2025

🐮Protect your stock this winter🐮

In this video, our vet talks through vaccinating against pneumonia — what to do, when to do it, and why timing is critical as we head into winter housing. 🐄❄️

He also gives a quick reminder on dosing for worms and lice to keep your animals healthy and thriving during the colder months.

📹 Watch now to make sure you're ahead of the game this season!

09/10/2025

10/07/2025

Hot weather incoming! ☀️

🔥Heatstroke in pets is a real emergency,
As temperatures rise, so do the risks. Pets can’t sweat like we do- even a short time in the heat can lead to heatstroke.

🐾Know the signs:
➖Excessive panting or drooling
➖Lethargy or weakness
➖Vomiting or collapse

🚫Never leave your pets in a parked car
💧Always offer fresh water or shade.

Concerned? Call us at Emlagh Lodge Vets straight away.