Highland home vet nurse

04/06/2026

Apparently today is "Hug your cat day!"
Not that we need any excuses to do so....
Feel free to share all of your lovely felines 🐈 🥰

01/06/2026

🐾Typical signs of full glands include:

🍑Scooting their bottom along the ground
👅Licking
👃Smelling fishy
🐶Your dog may have one of these signs or all of them. They all have their own tells.
🕛Left too long they can become impacted or infected- this can be very painful
❗️Quick, hygienic expression can prevent bigger issues
Not glamorous—but very necessary! 💛
Message me if your pet is showing signs 👀

31/05/2026

🐾Anyone else's pets enjoying a slow Sunday morning? 😌

29/05/2026

🐾 HIGHLAND HOME VET NURSE
Mobile vet nurse services- supporting the community🐾
Those of you who don't know me, I’m Hayley, a mobile veterinary nurse based in Alness and cover surrounding area's.
I offer professional, compassionate veterinary nursing care in the comfort of your pet’s own home. 🏡🐶🐱

My services can help reduce stress for pets that struggle with clinic visits, and I’m here to support owners with things like:
• Post-operative care
• Nail clips, Ear cleaning, Gland Expression
• Microchipping
• Medication assistance
• Senior pet support
• Weight checks and general nursing care
• Advice and support for ongoing conditions
• Drop in visits

If you or someone you know could benefit from friendly, professional vet nursing at home, feel free to get in touch for a chat or to learn more about how I can help.
Please feel free to share this post to help support a local business and reach more pet owners who might benefit! 🐾

28/05/2026

🌞 What a beautiful day....but it'll be a hot one!! 🌞

A reminder to take care with dogs in this kind of heat, especially the older and brachycephalic breeds such as french bulldogs, pugs etc.

Heat can kill, don't risk it, enjoy it safely.

🌡 Don't leave dogs in the car- it really doesn't take long to heat up, even with the windows cracked!
🚶‍♀️Walk dogs early in the morning or late in the evening
💧Provide plenty fresh drinking water
🪨 Pavements and sand can get very hot and burn paws- always check with the back of your hand for 5-10seconds- if its too hot for you it's too hot for your dog!
💦 If you suspect heatstroke the advice is to "get them wet, then to a vet" - use cold water to soak them fully as soon as possible and ring your vet for advice .

❗️Signs of heatstroke❗️

🔴Excessive panting
🔴Aggitation and restlessness
🔴Very red gums
🔴Drooling
🔴Lethargy, Uncoordination & Drowsiness
🔴Vomiting
🔴Collapse

You can use games with food to keep them entertained at home such as 'go find' or cool a filled kong in the freezer for a special treat.

Stay safe and enjoy the sunshine! ⛱️

27/05/2026

🐾Microchipping at home available 🐾

It is important to make sure all puppies are microchipped before 8weeks of age, not only is it required by law but it also reunites so many lost dogs who would otherwise end up in shelters.

I use a secure database with access to 24/7 helpline should you ever need to change your details or notify of a missing loved one.

Contact me today for appointments.

22/05/2026

“For pets who hate the vets waiting room” 💛

Highland Home Vet Nurse brings calm, one-to-one care straight to your door for those routine visits such as:

🐾Nail trims
🍑Anal gland expression
🙉Ear cleaning
🦷Dental checks & Emmi-Pet teeth cleaning
💉Microchipping
💊Assistance with medications
🏡 Drop in visits & much more....
Perfect for:
🐾 Nervous pets
🐾 Elderly animals
🐾 Busy owners

📍 Home visits available
📩 Get in touch today

I offer a range of services from drop ins to health checks, new pet checks to end of life support all in the comfort and convenience of your own home.

16/05/2026

Meet Woody 😍

Woody is a loveable older gentleman who requires regular gland expression.
Having this done at home with special treats from mum means he is has a much nicer experience for something that isn't very pleasant!

Usual signs of a**l gland irritation include:
Scooting bottoms, overgrooming, other dogs seeming more interested and smelling a little off.

Well done Woody, a superstar as always 🤩

15/05/2026

Fun Fact Friday 😄

🐾 Ticks don’t just live in forests
They’re commonly found in gardens and long grass too—regular checks and treatment are essential, especially in warmer months.
🕷️Should you find a tick on your pet please do not squeeze it or pull it out. Use the proper tools to twist and remove or alternatively contact me for a home visit or visit your day practice.

13/05/2026

This beautiful little girl was welcomed into her new home over the weekend 🐱
For mums peace of mind I had the chance to give her a small health check to ensure no immediate veterinary attention was required and a chat about the next steps with their new baby.

They haven't quite decided on a name yet so suggestions welcome!