Millcroft Veterinary Group

26/10/2026

With Halloween just around the corner, here are a few top tips to ensure it is enjoyable for everyone including our pets:

🎃 With lots of people knocking on doors, secure your pets to prevent them from escaping if they become spooked when the door is open.

🎃 Ensure your pet's microchip details are up to date in case they escape.

🎃 Keep chocolate and sweets (including those containing the artificial sweetener xylitol) out of pets' reach, as they can be TOXIC. If they consume something they shouldn't, contact the practice immediately.

🎃 Keep decorations and pumpkins out of your pets' reach to avoid entanglement or burns.

🎃 Regarding pet costumes, we advise avoiding them, they are cute enough already!

Fireworks night will also be here soon; check out our top tips posted on the 7th October.

21/10/2026

The purple poppy is a symbol of remembrance in the UK for animals lost in service.

To raise money for the Royal British Legion, every year our very talented team lovingly makes crochet purple poppies for owners and felt collar poppies for dogs.

If you would like one, they are available now in all branches. The suggested donation is £3, of which all proceeds will go to the Royal British Legion.

14/10/2026

Millcroft Vets Ltd are looking for a HR Manager, to work with the Directors, Senior Management Team and Team Leaders, in ensuring the Practice has a motivated, happy and engaged team, through the implementation and use of up to date, flexible and creative HR policies and processes.

This position could be full or part time depending on availability, skills and experience. Previous HR experience is essential, along with management experience and a minimum level 3 ILM, CMI or CIPD qualification .

For an application pack or more information please see our website:

https://www.millcroftvets.co.uk/careers/hr-manager

Closing date for applications: 22nd October

Come and be part of our friendly, award winning team

07/10/2026

🎆Are your pets afraid of fireworks?🎆

If the answer is yes, now is the time to start thinking about what you can do to support them before fireworks night arrives.

Our top tips are:
✅ Try to walk pets earlier in the evening and ideally before dark to reduce the risk of fireworks going off whilst they are outside.
✅ Make sure they are kept on a lead and that microchip details are up to date.
✅ Close windows, curtains and doors to reduce the noise and light level from outside.
✅ Create a "safe space" for your pet—somewhere quiet, snug and cosy. Some people like to use crates, covered in blankets, containing some of their favourite toys and treats.
✅ Play some music or TV to help mask the fireworks.

Please contact the Millcroft Vets team if you have any questions, or if you feel that your pet gets particularly distressed. If medication is required, your pet may need a vet check in advance so please contact us promptly to arrange this.

The Dogs Trust have some excellent resources: https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/dog-advice/life-with-your-dog/seasonal/fireworks

Cats Protection also has some great tips and advice:
https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/home-and-environment/fireworks

For rabbit advice. visit the Blue Cross: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/rabbit/rabbits-and-fireworks

06/10/2026

How can we help cheer up a slightly grey Tuesday morning?

🐾 CUTE PUPPIES! 🐾

These gorgeous puppies came in last week for a check over with vet Tessa. The trip out was so exciting that they needed a quick nap under the examination table to recharge. 💤 💤

01/10/2026

Happy Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Day! 💚

Today, we’re celebrating our wonderful Veterinary Receptionists!

Our Veterinary Receptionists are usually the first person you speak to when you pick up the phone or walk through the doors at Millcroft Vets.

They juggle the busy waiting room and phones, respond to emails, inform and update the team about incoming emergencies, assist owners and the veterinary team as needed, and offer compassionate care in difficult situations. The list goes on!

Whether you're visiting for a routine check-up or need support during a worrying time, they're here to help with kindness, patience and a genuine love for the animals in our care.

We appreciate them today and every day - THANK YOU!

Pictured below are just a few members of the Veterinary Receptionist team, but we send a big THANK YOU to you all.

24/09/2026

Millcroft Vets Ltd are looking for a HR Manager, to work with the Directors, Senior Management Team and Team Leaders, in ensuring the Practice has a motivated, happy and engaged team, through the implementation and use of up to date, flexible and creative HR policies and processes.

This position could be full or part time depending on availability, skills and experience. Previous HR experience is essential, along with management experience and a minimum level 3 ILM, CMI or CIPD qualification . For an application pack or more information please see our website:

https://www.millcroftvets.co.uk/careers/hr-manager

Closing date for applications: 15th October

Come and be part of our friendly, award winning team.

23/09/2026

Is your cat aged 7 or over?

Cats are masters at hiding discomfort. As they grow older, their risk of illness rises, but the warning signs can be subtle and easily missed.

That’s why we’re excited to be running Senior Cat Clinics at our Workington branch to help give you peace of mind.

Run by our experienced RVN Helen Copping, these dedicated 30-minute consultations are designed to support cats with personalised care, gentle handling, and expert advice.

During the clinic, Helen can:

🐱 Take blood samples to monitor liver, kidney, or thyroid function
🐱 Check your cat’s blood pressure
🐱 Clip nails and help with grooming (including dematts)
🐱 Assess weight and mobility
🐱Offer preventative dental care tips and more

These clinics are perfect for early detection of age-related health issues, giving your cat the best chance of staying happy and healthy in their golden years.

Appointments are available on Wednesday afternoons at our Workington practice.

Please give us a call to book your appointment - 01900 66666

14/09/2026

Our Workington branch are hosting Pet Blood Bank UK for their next donation session this Saturday, 19th September.

Register today and join the lifesaving pack 👇🤩
https://www.petbloodbankuk.org/pet-owners/

Millcroft Veterinary Group, Workington are hosting for their next donation session on Saturday 19th September.

Register today and join the lifesaving pack 👇🤩
https://www.petbloodbankuk.org/pet-owners/ 🩸