Here at The Ark we specialise in providing excellent quality of care for your pets. Registered number: 03777473. Registered office: CVS House.
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As well as dogs and cats, we are happy to see small mammals, reptiles and birds. We are situated in easily accessible sites in Burgess Hill and Hassocks, and our premises are RCVS accredited as well as being approved training centres for veterinary nurses. We offer health care for all small animals including dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and other 'small furries'. We also off
er a comphrehensive preventative heallth care scheme known as the Healthy Pets Club
www.thehealthypetsclub.co.uk
Ark Veterinary Group is a trading name of CVS (UK) Ltd: a company registered in England and Wales. Vinces Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4AY
✈️Our pets are part of the family and we want to share fun experiences with them – including taking them on holiday! ✈️
While this often results in great fun and wonderful memories, there are a few things to consider first. A bit of planning beforehand goes a long way towards making it a positive experience for everyone. 🌴☀️
For further information on travelling with your pet in the UK,
visit: vetcollection.co.uk/health/travelling-with-your-pet
Please be aware we will be closed Bank Holiday Monday.
We are open as normal on Saturday 24th August (8am-12pm) and return on Tuesday 27th August (8am-6pm).
We wish everyone a lovely relaxing bank holiday weekend! 🐱🐾🐶
❤️ BRAVEHEART ❤️
Braveheart for July is awarded to Althea who belongs to Paula one of our RVNs. She came in to the practice displaying signs of lethargy, pyrexia (a high temperature) and inappetence. After being assessed by one of our vets it was decided that Althea should be taken to our out of hours provider PETS to provide the intense care that she needed. Whilst there she started to display neurological signs and was deemed poorly enough to require transferring to The Royal College Of Veterinary Surgeons Queen Mother Hospital in London. She remained in there care for several days under close monitoring.
She was then discharged for Paula to continue her care at home and visited us for blood tests following her treatment and we can now say she is slowly on the mend.
When your pet is treated at our practice there are sometimes situations where your pet will need to be transferred to our out of hours provider or to a referral practice for further care. We work closely with other practices to make sure this is a smooth transition for all involved.
Paula is pictured here with the gorgeous Althea.
🐾Did you know you get 10% off all vet fees and products with a
Healthy Pet Club membership?🐾
✅Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club
‼️‼️DOG FOUND‼️‼️
A small breed dog has been found in Burgess Hill on Victoria Avenue. She is safe and well with us having lots of cuddles.
If you think she may be yours please call us ASAP on 01444 233472.
We will require proof of ownership.
She will be going to the dog warden this evening if not collected to ensure she is cared for out of hours.
🐱 Please contact the Celia Hammond Trust if there is a Bruno shaped hole in your life 🐱
Taking a blood pressure reading for a cat or dog is very similar to when you have your own taken.
A small cuff will be placed around your pet’s leg or tail and depending on the type of machine used, the cuff will be inflated and deflated to determine the blood pressure reading.
It does not take long, does not hurt and pets rarely object. 🐾
Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day! Today we are celebrating all our black feline friends - but how good is your black cat knowledge? Make sure to show us how your black cats are celebrating their day in the comments below.
Imagine you are deaf. You can’t hear your smoke alarm or alarm clock. You can’t hear your text messages. You miss out on social interactions. That’s what life is like for deaf people, and it can be very isolating. A hearing dog can make a big difference. You can help our charity of the year – Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – help a deaf person leave loneliness behind, by adding a donation via Pennies when you pay by card. Just a small donation can help deaf people escape isolation and reconnect with life. Thank you. 🐾
Its National Check the Chip day! 🐶🐱
Did you know that there is a large percent of dogs and cats in the UK that are microchipped, but that the information stored on the chip is out of date or incorrect. This tends to be people who have changed address, changed mobile numbers or people who have adopted pets and not changed the chip details from the previous owners.
Or in rare cases, the microchip can become dislodged leaving your pet with no chip at all! 😲
We recommend checking your chip information yearly to ensure that this crucial tool can be utilised when needed. If you would like to check yours, please contact us on 01444 233472 to be given the chip number or to arrange an appointment for your pet to be scanned.
‼️ ‼️ Stray kitten ‼️ ‼️
We have been handed in a stray kitten who was found in Burgess Hill today (14/8/24). We believe it to be around 8-10 weeks of age. It is not microchipped.
If you think it may be yours we will require proof of ownership.
Please call us on 01444 233472 with any information.
☀Heat stress starts as a reversible condition, but if not managed it will develop to heat stroke, which is extremely dangerous. If your pet shows any of these signs, they should be moved to a cool area and offered plenty of water to drink.☀
Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here:
vetcollection.co.uk/health/keeping-pets-safe-in-hot-weather
🩷Owner has now been found and reunited
‼️‼️STRAY DOG HANDED IN‼️‼️
We have been handed in a small female stray dog found in burgess hill. She is safe and well. Unfortunately she doesn't have a tag on her collar and her microchip is not registered so we are unable to locate an owner at this time.
If you think she may may be yours please contact us on 01444 233472.
- Has your cat started yowling in the middle of the night?
- Have they stopped coming to find you?
- Are they just not themselves anymore?
These changes are often mistaken as just symptoms of old age.
But they could be signs of high blood pressure. 🐱🐾
Call the practice today on 01444 233472 to book a blood pressure check for your cat.
We have a new food stand! ✨️
This shows off some of our most common pet foods to include royal canin weight management diets and gastrointestinal diets as well as our own mipet food which is based on your pets life stage such as kitten/puppy, adult, neutered and senior food.
We are always available for any diet related questions! 😊
Its national spoil your dog day! 🐶
What's your dogs favourite thing? A cheeky treat? Enrichment toys? A big run? Comment below to let us know! 🐕
We know that a lot of dogs can be real foodies and enjoy a cheeky snack, but have you tried using a licky mat as an enrichment activity? The mat has lots of grooves and holes to squish food into, enabling your dog to lick and nibble their favourite delicious snacks creating an enriching activity. This can also be a helpful slow feeding technique for those speed eaters!
Here is a photo of a silicone treat mat that we sell here 🤩
Its international cat day!!! 😺😻😽
'What greater gift than the love of a cat?' - Charles Dickens 🩷
We would love to see some photos of all your feline friends, please comment them below!
🐕Healthy Pet Club🐈
Willow joined us recently to have a dental. As a member of The Healthy Pet Club, she benefited from a fixed price dental of £250 for a scale and polish and assessment of her mouth.
Dental hygiene is very important, and starting to brush your dogs' teeth when they are young can significantly reduce the need for a dental or for extractions later in life.
If you think your dog (or cat! 🐱) may need a dental please give the practice a call to arrange a pre operative check with one of our veterinary surgeons who will be happy to provide an estimate for you.
Willow was so well behaved all day and enjoyed lots of cuddles from everyone! Well done Willow!
🐶🐱New Goodies!🐈🐕
We have had a new delivery of goodies from Petface! This includes new toys, treats and accessories!
Feel free to pop along to our Burgess Hill clinic to have a browse 😊
😍 CUTENESS ALERT 😍
The best kind of Friday afternoons are ones filled with puppy (or kitten!) cuddles!
This is the gorgeous Bug pictured having a lovely cuddle with Paula, one of our RVNs.
Bug joined The Healthy Pet Club while she was with us and had her first set of vaccinations, we can't wait to see how big she gets in a few weeks time!
Honey visited the practice last week as her owner noticed her yelping in pain when she was out on a walk. She called straight away and bought her down for an emergency appointment. Our Head Vet Phillip quickly ascertained that Honey had a grass seed down her ear canal that was causing her immense pain. He tried removing it in consultation with help from Chloe, one of our patient care assistants but it was far to painful for her. It was decided that Honey would be admitted to the hospital and she would have sedation so we could remove it safely and pain free. Honey was a very brave girl whilst being a with us and received lots of fuss whilst waiting for her procedure. Once asleep we managed to remove the culprit, a big grass seed!
Honey was awake not long after and her owner came to collect her with Honey leaving a lot happier than when she arrived.
All our phone and computer systems are back working again
🎁🎈Happy Birthday to all rescue dogs whose birthdays are unknown! 🥳🎂
The North Shore Animal League America (the world’s largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption centre), declared the 1st of August as a birthday for all the shelter animals whose birthdays are unknown. It is now recognised nationally and gives us a date to celebrate all these wonderful pets! 🩷
We have been lucky enough to provide care to a range of beautiful wildlife over the years. This baby mouse was brought in to someone's house by their cat and had sustained a injury on its back. Thankfully one of our nurses took the mouse home and fed it 2 hourly overnight until he was stable enough to go off to the rescue centre. He was later released after making a full recovery. 🐭
We will always treat and care for our wonderful wildlife when its required, however sometimes we receive baby birds and other animals which would of been better without human intervention. Therefore, we ask that if you are concerned about a wild animal to contact us prior to bring them in, to enable us to advise you on the best course of action.
You can contact us on 01444 233472.
☀HEATWAVE ☀
Animals struggle with the heat just like us.
Make sure your pets have plenty of fresh drinking water and shade, and avoid exercising them until late evening when it is a lot cooler.
If you are concerned at all about your pet please call us 01444 233472.
🐕Healthy Pet Club🐈
Meet the gorgeous Stella who came in recently to be spayed. She is a member of the Healthy Pet Club, and one of the benefits is a discount of 20% off the price of neutering.
The discount applies to dogs, cats, and rabbits who are on the scheme.
Pictured is Stella waiting patiently in her kennel and the second picture when she came in for her first post operative check. These checks are included in the price of neutering.
If you would like more information on how to join The Healthy Pet Club or information on neutering, please contact the practice on 01444 233472.
Really good information shared by the PDSA 🐾
With children and pets spending more time together over the summer holidays, it's super important to watch dogs closely and listen to their body language ⚠️
Dogs' stress signals often get misunderstood or missed, with some owners not realising their dog is unhappy until they growl, snap or even bite.
The canine ladder of communication is a useful guide, showing the different signals dogs show through their body language to communicate. As a dog gets more upset, their body language may change according to the steps on the ladder 🚦
It’s important to note that all dogs are different - not every dog will show every behaviour on the ladder and might not follow the same order.
Find out more: http://pdsa.me/rfce
[Visual description: An infographic explaining Kendal Shepherd’s ladder of communication and how to recognise stress in dogs by the signs they show in their body language. This is a traffic light system with red signals being the worst. Green signals are: Yawning, blinking, nose licking and turning their head away. Yellow signals are: Sitting and turning their body away, walking away, creeping and having their ears back. Orange signals are: Standing crouched, tail tucked, lying down with their belly exposed in a submissive way, stiffening up and staring. Red signals are: Growling, snapping and biting.]
✨📸Its national dog photography day!📸✨
We want to see your BEST dog photos! We will then be having a practice vote to choose our favourite to be our Facebook cover photo! 🤩
Comment your favourite photos below! 📸
Here are some of our wonderful staff pets giving their best model poses 🩷
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Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day! Today we are celebrating all our black feline friends - but how good is your black cat knowledge? Make sure to show us how your black cats are celebrating their day in the comments below.
Why are grass seeds aka Foxtails so dangerous?! In this video our head nurse Becky shows us how quickly this type of grass seed can move through swabs. 🌾 Foxtails are a type of wild barley that can grow anywhere including cracks in concrete. We are increasingly seeing large clumps pop up in urban areas. Grass seeds have a pointed end that grips into swabs and then burrows through the layers as the swabs are moved back and forth. This mimics what can happen in our pets when they pick up a grass seed and the continue to walk - typically dogs will pick these up in between their toes or in their ears. The barbed 'wings' of the grass grip onto the fur and the seed can quickly enter the skin and become invisible as it burrows deeper. In rare but serious cases, grass seeds have been known to travel into the abdominal cavity when entering the skin or even travelled through the lungs having been inhaled! So what can we do to protect our pets? Avoid walking where there are clumps of foxtails or long grasses. If you do see them on the street, move to one side to ensure your dog doesn't stick their head in to sniff or walk directly over them. During the summer months, check your dogs paws carefully after each walk. Some people find that getting long hair groomed back can make this easier. Watch out for any signs of discomfort such as head shaking (ears), weepy/itchy eyes or excessive licking (paws/body). If you see any of these signs, call and book an appointment. Most grass seeds can be removed under sedation before they cause much damage and we often catch them before they embed too deeply.
Why does your dog eat grass? 🌿 It is a common misconception that dogs eat grass to make themselves sick. There is in fact lots of reasons why your dog maybe munching on the lawn. Some dogs simply like the taste and texture of grass, whereas others maybe bored and simply be looking for something to do. Some research supports that dogs seek out additional fibre in grass if their body needs more than their diet provides. A survey of over 1500 dogs held in 2008 actually showed that as little as 1 in 10 dogs who consume grass have any ill health. Although some dogs where sick after eating it, it was very uncommon. Also, a huge amount of pet owners (70%) said their pets eat grass on a daily basis or at least once a week. We would advise that if your dog eats grass but not their usual diet, eats excessive amounts of grass, is frequently vomitting, or appears unwell then you should see a vet to raise concerns. We also advise to ensure the grass that is being consumed has NOT been treated with any chemicals (fertilisers, pesticides etc) as these can be toxic. Finally we would advise you ensure your pets flea and worming treatment is kept up to date, as lungworm is passed on through slugs and snails. Here is a video of Nova who belongs to our Lead Nurse Jenny having a good graze on some fresh grass like a little sheep 🐑 😅
A bundle of cuteness ❤️ These 4 wild baby bunnies where found in a farmers field after accidently being dug up. The farmer contacted a rescue for advice after no mother was seen returning. Considering they where believed to of been a matter of days old at the time they where found, it was crucial they where collected as soon as possible for the best chance at survival. Thankfully our clinical director Jennifer was quick to rescue the babies and hand rear them until they made the transfer to the rescue centre. And this is no easy task! Hand feeding every 2 hours (even during the night), helping them to pass urine, monitoring their growth, ensuring they are kept warm, all whilst trying to keep them suitable for re-release. We are proud to say 3 of the 4 went on to the rescue center and have continued making progress in their rehabilitation journey ❤️
May marks Veterinary Nurse Awarenessmonth - and this month, we are championing the incredible nurses in the veterinary profession worldwide! A hugethank you for everything you do for the nations pets. #VNAM2024 #thisisCVS 🙏😆
Here is a very useful trick to teach your dog, as demonstrated by Holly who belongs to our Head Nurse Becky. ❤️ Muzzle training is an invaluable lesson for your dog to learn. This is preparing them for times in their life where they may be required to wear one. Whether it be on day to day walks, to prevent scavenging or just when at the vets, all dogs can benifit from this useful skill. It's important to remember that whilst we have dogs who haven't shown and signs of aggression or reactivity in the past, dogs in new environments, experiencing new situations or in pain/discomfort may lash out in ways that don't reflect their usual behaviour. So ensuring that they feel comfortable, safe and not scared of muzzles is key! Making our dogs feel at ease, making us feel safe, and protecting our dog from making choices under pressure. ❤️
You may never have seen behind the consultation room in a veterinary practice. So take a look at the work our vets and nurses do on the front line every day to look after animals in veterinary practices, hospitals, in the field and on call - so that they receive the best possible care. Thanks to Molly Case for the poem you have written about our profession. #careforanimals #veterinaryprofession
This is Nando who belongs to one of our patient care assistants, Chloe. He has come in today for his monthly arthritis injection and a general health check. 🐱 As you can see, he's very happy in his kennel with some catnip! 🐈
This month, we’re working with the vet sector and the NHS to encourage the return of outof-date and unused antibiotics to help tackle the growing issue of antimicrobial resistance. During our amnesty, we are asking our clients to return out-of-date and unused medicines to our practices for safe disposal
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a worldwide health threat, as bacteria are becoming resistant to many antibiotics we use. Throughout November we are holding an antibiotic amnesty where we are asking our clients to return any unused antibiotic medications for safe disposal.
Has your canine companion been diagnosed with arthritis? We now have a new treatment option available to help manage and relieve the pain. Call us today to find out more and to see if your dog could benefit from it!
Is your older dog less keen to go for a walk or play? Or have you noticed that they seem to be slowing down in general? It is important that we don’t dismiss these signs as simply old age. Age itself is not a disease and we should always check out any signs of change in your dog as they could signal a medical problem such as arthritis. Call us today to book an appointment so we can give your dog a health MOT.
Happy Easter 🐣 Check out these gorgeous new lambs at the bottom of my garden 💓
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We are situated in easily accessible sites in Burgess Hill and Hassocks, and our premises are RCVS accredited as well as being approved training centres for veterinary nurses. We offer health care for all small animals including dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and other 'small furries'. We also offer a comprehensive preventative health care scheme known as the Healthy Pets Club www.thehealthypetsclub.co.uk Ark Veterinary Group is a trading name of CVS (UK) Ltd: a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 03777473. Registered office: CVS House. Vinces Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4AY
