Ardene House Vets

21/04/2025

🔷 Introducing Klarna 🔷

We are excited to announce that Klarna is now available at our practice!

You can now spread the cost of your pet’s care into 3 equal, interest-free payments – making it easier to keep them happy and healthy.

Just ask our team for more information ℹ️

*Klarna's Pay in 3 / Pay in 30 days are unregulated credit agreements. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. 18+, UK residents only. Subject to status. Ts&Cs and late fees apply.

21/04/2025

⚠️ Contagious cough (also known as Kennel cough) is widespread, distressing and highly contagious ⚠️

Cases are seen frequently in unvaccinated dogs, caught from anywhere other dogs explore; the park, daycare, training classes, shared water bowls outside shops...

Yearly vaccination throughout life is the best way to protect your dog and reduce the spread. Check with your vet today if your dog’s vaccinations are up to date.

Don’t delay! Book your dog in for their vaccination by visiting our website.

20/04/2025

A little cuteness from our equine team
today 😍🐴

We hope everyone is having a great weekend. Beth is our vet on call and she has had the joy of meeting this little fella - a lovely Clydesdale c**t born yesterday morning out in the sunshine. 🌞 His mum just needed a little help to pass the placenta.

20/04/2025

Happy Easter from all of us at Ardene House Vets! We hope your day is egg-stra special — for you and your furry friends!

Before you share those treats, some friendly reminders:

🔹Chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats — especially dark chocolate. Keep all Easter eggs, bunnies, and treats well out of reach. If you are enjoying an Easter egg hunt, make sure no chocolate eggs get left behind 👀

🔸Watch out for synthetic grass & plastic decorations – the colorful fillers in Easter baskets can look like toys to curious cats and dogs. If swallowed, they can cause serious digestive issues or even blockages

🔹 Hot cross buns may be a tasty Easter treat for us, but they often contain dried fruits like sultanas, currants, and raisins — all of which are toxic to dogs

If you are concerned your pet might have eaten something they shouldn’t have, please contact your vet immediately.

18/04/2025

Chocolate, cooked bones, hot cross buns, and sugar-free sweets might be Easter favourites, but they can be toxic to dogs.

Keep your dog safe – and avoid an emergency trip to the vet – by keeping these foods well out of reach this Easter.

👉 Find out more about keeping your pet healthy: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/toxic-easter-food-fordogs

16/04/2025

💚May is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month 🎉

To celebrate, our wonderful nursing team is hosting a Veterinary Nurse Career Evening on Thursday 8th May, 6:30–8:30pm.

Come along to:

💚Learn more about the vital role of veterinary nurses

🩺Discover what a career in the veterinary industry looks like

👀 Take a tour of our practice and see behind the scenes

To reserve your place, please visit the link below ⬇️

https://forms.gle/jxhLjjBkKGfnjMi88

Spaces are limited – book now to avoid disappointment!

We can’t wait to see you there 🤗

16/04/2025

Did you know even a small amount of raisins (or grapes) can be dangerous for dogs?

They can cause kidney failure, so it’s important to act fast if your dog eats any.

🚨 What to do if your dog eats raisins or grapes:

✔️Call your vet immediately. Don’t wait for symptoms
✔️If you can, tell them how much they’ve eaten

Signs of raisin poisoning include vomiting, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Even if your dog seems fine, seek
veterinary advice.

👉Read about more Easter hazards here:
https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/toxic-easter-food-fordogs

15/04/2025

Meet Vinny! 😍

This handsome boy has been visiting our RVN Frances for confidence and socialisation visits for just over a year now—and what a journey it’s been!

When Vinny first started coming to the practice, he was very nervous. His early visits involved lots of hiding behind his owner, under the chair, you name it. And that was totally okay. Frances gave him all the space he needed, with no pressure and absolutely no scary needles.

Over time, with regular visits and a gentle approach, things began to change. Using techniques like treat and retreat, where Vinny could grab a treat and retreat to his safe space, we slowly built up his trust.

Eventually, Vinny began taking treats from Frances directly, and with his owner’s support, he even started allowing some gentle chin scratches. Month by month, his confidence blossomed and he began offering his paw, enjoying more attention, and showing us just how brave he really is.

When it came time for his yearly check-up, Vinny was able to see our vet Emma with Frances by his side (and a few treats, of course). He was calm, cooperative, and handled it like a pro!

And the best part? His confidence wasn’t shaken one bit. At his next socialisation visit, he was just as happy to see Frances, tucked into his favourite chicken treats, and even showed off with a little lie-down and roll-over trick!

Frances couldn’t be prouder of Vinny and all the progress he’s made 🥰

If you think your pet could benefit from socialisation visits like Vinny, give us a call - we’d love to help them build their confidence too. 🐾

15/04/2025

🔷🔸Join Our Team at Kingswells🔹🔶

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our friendly and dedicated small animal team at Kingswells!

We are proud to be an RCVS-accredited hospital, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment including:

🔸Digital radiography & ultrasonography
🔹In-house lab & CT scanner
🔸Dental suite with dental radiography
🔹Endoscopy & laparoscopy
🔸Dedicated cattery & kennel wards, an intensive care unit and isolation ward

You will be part of a supportive team that includes small animal, equine, and farm departments—each with their own fantastic staff.

What we are looking for:

A passionate and caring RVN who thrives in a collaborative environment and shares our commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care.

The details:

🔹Full-time, 40 hours/week
🔸1 in 8 Saturdays
🔹No out-of-hours shifts
🔸Competitive salary, up to £32,000
🔹Cpd encouraged and funded

Practice hours: Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 8am–4pm

Interested?

Email [email protected] for more info or to apply!

Please share or tag someone who might be perfect for this role!

13/04/2025

Beth & Lisa inspiring the next generation 🤩exploring the world of equine careers — from dedicated vets to skilled nurses, each role plays a vital part in equine care 🐴

Last week, Beth and Lisa had a fantastic time representing Ardene House at the equine careers event hosted at the Sunnybrae Equine Unit at SRUC.

It was a brilliant opportunity to chat with young people passionate about horses and share insights into what it’s really like to work in equine veterinary practice. Our bandaged-up demo pony was a hit, and we loved answering questions about everything from injection technique to lab work!

A big thank you to the organisers and everyone who stopped by our stand – we were so impressed by the enthusiasm and curiosity of the future generation of equine professionals.

Thinking of a career with horses? Events like this are a great way to get inspired!

11/04/2025

Happy National Pet Day!

We are celebrating today by showing off some of our amazing staff pets — because let’s be honest, they’re the real stars around here 🤩🥰

We would love to see your furry, feathered, or even scaly companions too! Drop a photo in the comments ⬇️ and show off your adorable sidekick! Let’s fill this thread with pawsitivity and cuteness overload 🥰

10/04/2025

Meet Milo, the extra fluffy superstar! 🐾
This adorable 3-month-old Chow Chow was in at our Bridge of Don clinic recently for his first vaccine. 💉

Milo’s a proud member of our Pet Health Club Plus, which means no charge for his vaccine today—plus, he went home with 4 weeks of free insurance from PetPlan. 🎉

We’re so excited to watch this little fluffball grow up happy and healthy! 🐾

10/04/2025

What’s your pet’s Easter name? Drop it below in the comments. 🤣

Why not get the best Easter gift for your pet this year?

Sign them up to Pet Health Club. Find out more: bit.ly/JoinPetHealthClub

09/04/2025

Say hello to Alfie!🐾

Alfie is a lovely senior Beagle who’ll be turning 18 this year!! 🥳

He popped into our Bridge of Don clinic recently and was more than happy to tuck into a few gravy bones.

It’s always a treat to see Alfie 🥰
What a star! ⭐

08/04/2025

Meet Recopo! 😻
This gorgeous boy recently visited our Registered Veterinary Nurse, Frances, for his wellness screen.

What a star patient he was! 🐾

Our wellness screening is like a full medical MOT for your pet and includes:
👩‍⚕️ A thorough physical health examination
🩸 Blood tests
❤️ Blood pressure check
🔬 Urine screening

We recommend wellness screens for:
🐱 Cats over 7 years
🐶 Dogs over 5 years
🐶 Giant breeds over 3 years

The cost is £85, 💰budget friendly with an incredible saving of over £200 😱
If you’re a member of our Pet Health Club, you get an amazing 25% discount!

To find out more or book your pet in, give us a call:
📍 Kingswells – 01224 740700
📍 Bridge of Don – 01224 826121

07/04/2025

Elliot, the adorable 8-week-old Golden Retriever, was in for his first health check with Ian last week!
He went home with a clean bill of health and 4 weeks of free insurance, courtesy of PetPlan.

What a great start for this little guy! 💙

07/04/2025

Your pet can’t tell you if they have something wrong with them, but we can.

Health checks are carried out by our veterinary nurses.

📅 Book a pet Health Check here: https://FindAHealthCheck.softr.app

*For well dog, cats and rabbits only. Please book a consultation if your pet is unwell. Full T&Cs on the Offer page on the website.

07/04/2025

Bolly came in for his very first visit to Ardene House this past weekend and he brought his big brother Barley along for moral support! 🩷

Both Barley and Bolly are proud members of our Pet Health Club Plus family! 💜

Did you know? With our Pet Health Club, your puppy’s vaccinations, year-round flea, tick & worm prevention, and loads of other benefits are all included.

And with Pet Health Club Plus, you get UNLIMITED vet consultations — peace of mind whenever you need it!

Join today: ⬇️
https://www.ardenehouse.co.uk/small-animals/pet-health-club

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