Barton Veterinary Hospital

07/06/2026

From stray to safe. From pain to purrs. 💙

This little lady- pictured having breakfast with Nurse Lisa after her night shift, came to us as a stray with a painful collar injury. No microchip, we waited and but sadly no owners came forward.

But thanks to donations to our Barton Stray Fund, she’s one of the lucky ones.

After successful surgery and lots of tlc from our nursing team, she’s off to her new home today 🏡🐾💞

This is exactly why we have a stray fund … to give unowned pets a second chance when no one else can.

Good luck, little one. We’re so glad we could help.

If you’d like to help the next stray or wildlife in need, donations can be made in practice. We hold events- coffee mornings etc all to help these little souls who need saving- watch this space or visit us for our next event!

07/06/2026

Sunday shoutout to brave Bow 💙

Bow is with our MiNight team today because he’s having trouble passing urine , something vets call dysuria.

It’s uncomfortable and can become an emergency fast, especially in male dogs and cats.

The good news: Bow’s safe with us. Our MiNight team are monitoring him closely and keeping him comfortable.

*Signs to watch for at home:*
- Straining to p*e
- Frequent trips with little result
- Crying when toileting
- Licking the area more than usual

If you spot these, call us. Day or night, Sunday - throughout the week- Barton is always open.

Get well soon, Bow. You’ve got this. 🐾 💙

*Please send Bow some love in the comments 👇*

07/06/2026

Sunday Shift Heroes!🐾🤩

Sunday doesn’t mean we’re closed. 💙
Our MiNight team at Barton Veterinary Hospital are here all night, every night …including weekend days.

Whether it’s a swallowed sock or sudden sickness, we’ve got your pets covered, the whole weekend- 24/7. 💙

Save our emergency number: **01227 765522/941140**

05/06/2026

Something new is coming 🙏

Peace of mind at every stage of your pet’s life.

Stay tuned on Wednesday 1st July for an exciting announcement about our Healthy Pet Club! 🐾

29/05/2026

Spotted our ambulance on the road? 🚑💙

Don’t worry … no sirens, just a mission!
We’re on the road caring for pets and supporting each other across the CVS family.

When water shortages or emergencies happen, we move. Team Animed, Team Barton, one team. Because pets don’t wait.

If you see us, give us a wave 👋 We’re out here doing what we do best.

29/05/2026

When the going gets tough, CVS shows up 💙

Water shortages have hit our region hard this week. It was a call no one wants to make, but Practice Director Kirsty at Animed Whitstable put health & safety first for team, clients, and animals and had to pause services. 💦

That’s when the wider CVS family stepped in.
Team Animed loaded up and made the journey to Canterbury to work alongside, sister hospital Barton Veterinary Hospital. No boundaries, just one team making sure every patient kept getting the care they needed.

No egos. No limits. Just teamwork, collaboration, and caring for what matters most.

We’re proud of who we are. This is CVS. 🐾



Teamwork and collaboration in action… 🐾

Archie getting the full VIP treatment from Team Animed + Team Barton ✨

From Animed Veterinary Centre Whitstable to Barton Veterinary HospitalCanterbury, he’s still getting cuddles, care, and all the attention. That’s what happens when CVS teams pull together 💙

Proud of our people. Proud of Archie. This is what community looks like.

22/05/2026

How hot is too hot for your dog’s walk? Find out with our handy guide.

If you’re concerned that your dog has heatstroke, please call us for advice: Barton Veterinary Hospital/MNV Canterbury **01227 765522**

20/05/2026

13/05/2026

Happy National Receptionist Day to our very own veterinary receptionist angels 💙🐾

You’re the first voice pet parents hear when they’re worried, the calm when things get hectic, and the reason appointments, meds, and wagging tails all end up in the right place.

Behind every healthy, happy patient is your patience, your quick thinking, and the way you make people feel heard - even on the busiest, messiest days.

Thank you for being the glue that holds our Hospital together. We couldn’t do what we do without you.

Drop some love for our reception team below 👇

04/05/2026

Pet passport update ✈️

As of 22nd April 2026, there was a change to EU issued pet passports. If your pet is not a resident in the EU, their EU passport will no longer be valid for travel, even if it was originally issued and maintained there.

We know travel requirements can feel confusing, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you’d like help understanding what this means for you and your pet. We’re here to support you.