Medivet

04/12/2025

This little cutie is Stumpy and he had his very first visit with us last week, to start his primary vaccination course and be microchipped.

Our protocol is to vaccinate kittens at 8, 12 and 16 weeks of age to ensure they are fully protected. After this primary course, they will only need a booster vaccination every year.

Do you know that we offer a complimentary appointment for your puppy or kitten's first health check? If you would like to book this in, please call or book online via our website.

03/12/2025

Handsome little Bennie was admitted for a dental procedure to have some teeth removed last month. As you can see, he very much enjoyed spending some time on reception and having cuddles with Veterinary Care Assistant, Laura!

02/12/2025

Lovely Tia recently had aural haematoma surgery and was rocking her bandage after surgery!

An aural haematoma is a pocket full of blood that is created due to a burst blood vessel, which results in a very swollen ear! Aural haematomas can be caused by repeatedly scratching the ear or shaking the head, which can be a result of an underlying cause such as an ear infection.

As this can be an uncomfortable for the patient, we sometimes have to perform surgery to drain the haematoma and enable the ear to heal properly.

Fun Fact: We use buttons to distribute pressure and prevent the suture material from damaging the skin. This helps the ear to heal evenly and prevents blood collecting in the ear again.

Tia was a superstar and is healing nicely! ❤️

02/12/2025

Please note there is a road closure by the War Memorial in Histon due to an accident.

Check your journey before travelling to us this morning and call us if you're going to be late for your appointment or would like to rearrange.

10/11/2025

UPDATE - REUNITED WITH OWNERS!

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FOUND - FERRET

A female, albino, ferret has been found in Oakington (Saxon Close), but unfortunately she isn't microchipped to help us locate her owners.

If you are missing a ferret matching this description, please call us on 01223 232111.

05/11/2025

05/11/2025

Is your pet nervous when it comes to Bonfire Night?

Here are some ways you can help your pet feel calm and comfortable during firework season.

31/10/2025

🎃Happy Halloween: Petrified Pets?

Halloween is a fun celebration however we do need to take our pets into consideration in amongst the ghosts and ghouls!

🍬 Trick or treat🍫

Risks to our pets include chocolate toxicity and ingestion of sweets that could contain xylitol.
Please call your vets for advice if they get hold of any human food, however as usual prevention is better than cure so keep animals away from Halloween treats!

🐕 Knock knock. Who's there? 👻

Because of possible disruption and fireworks dogs and cats should be kept inside where possible during Halloween night. It is also advisable to keep your pet in a separate room during trick or treating with a safe space to sleep. This may minimise the stress of the continuous opening and closing of the door as well as ensuring your pet cannot bolt from your home if frightened by strange and scary looking visitors.

🕯️Care with Candles🕯️

Candles add a spooky feel to many Halloween decorations however are a risk for both children and pets to knock over!

❌ Creepy Costumes

Although cute looking a huge percentage of pets would much rather not be dressed up. Please be considerate of pets body language and ideally let them have a relaxing night away from the stress.

🔥 Fireworks🎇

People often use fireworks around Halloween.
➡️Please tell your neighbours in advance of you plan to use fireworks.
➡️ Consider silent fireworks
➡️ Always check bonfires for wildlife before setting alight
➡️Tell local livery yards and farms if you plan to set off fireworks

If you are an owner:

✅ Walk your pet in the light before treat or treaters and fireworks
✅ Provide a safe place for your pet
✅ Contact your vet in plenty of advance if your pet needs a prescription for firework anxiety.

31/10/2025

Happy Halloween 🎃👻 Feline Specialist, Sarah, discusses why black cats are spectacular. Who's your favourite iconic black cat? Comment below!

30/10/2025

We know that many of our followers are hedgehog lovers, so if anyone is able to donate anything to Shepreth Hedgehog Hospital then they would very much appreciate it!

We are starting to run low on certain supplies can you help?

We desperately need tins of wet cat or dog food ideally meat and jelly based, kitten and adult cat biscuits, 1ml and 20ml syringes and royal canin mother and baby cat biscuits.

A member of staff will be on site
9 am - 5 pm every day to take your donations.

Or you can go to our Amazon wishlist and send them directly to us!
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/10YC81KWYR2TS?ref_=wl_share&brid=tDtu4xXrrqNBbI4wFSzd5w

Our address is
SWCC Hedgehog hospital
Shepreth wildlife conservation charity
Shepreth wildlife park
Station road, Herts
SG8 6PZ

28/10/2025

🌟STAR PATIENT🌟

Masie came to us for a full day of treatment where we took some x-rays to check her mobility, following our free mobility pain check. Had a dental procedure where we extracted 2 teeth, trimmed her nails, checked her ears and gave her a big brush.

Maisie had previously been coming to us every week for Nervous Nelly sessions, but graduated to once a month as she was doing so well. Now she's back to coming to see us weekly for k-laser treatment, so we see a lot of Maisie! We hope that by k-lasering her joints it will help to improve her mobility.

We still look forward to seeing her every time and we know she looks forward to the amount of treats she gets from us. ❤️

16/10/2025

Handsome Ozzy visited us for a dental procedure and very much enjoyed lots of fuss after his procedure! 😍

We are still running our fixed priced dental procedures, so if you have any concerns about your pets dental health, give us a call to book in your free dental check.

15/10/2025

15/10/2025

This little chap is Tommy, who was found as a stray and recently came in for castration and microchipping, which was funded by the Cats Protection. Tommy was such a sweet cat, who enjoyed cuddles with VCA Laura!

12/09/2025

Look at these puppy dog eyes😍

The lovely Saffie visited our Rugby practice this week for her 12 week vaccinations and what a very brave girl she was.

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