Millie's Vets

20/07/2025

Its been a while since we last posted our vet rota for the week, but now we have Cari in our vet team, our typical week will be as follows:

MONDAY: James, Liam and Cari
TUESDAY: Liam and Sara
WEDNESDAY: Liam and Cari
THURSDAY: Cari and James
FRIDAY: Cari and James
SATURDAY: James this week, but 1 in 4 rota.

All vets will have consults available on the days listed above, but we can also now reliably offer set theatre days for each vet as follows:

Monday: James (and Liam)
Tuesday: Sara
Wednesday: Liam (and Cari)
Thursday: James
Friday: Cari (and James)
Saturday: emergency operations only.

So if you’d prefer to see a specific vet for an appointment, or chose a specific vet to carry out surgery, please discuss this preference with the client care team, and we will do our best to accommodate your wishes.

Many thanks for your ongoing support.

20/07/2025

We’re delighted to introduce 2 of our newest colleagues, which has expanded our clinical team significantly.

Kate (in green) is an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), and long-term Congleton resident. Kate joined us a couple of months ago after working in a referral hospital for several years. As such, Kate brings great breadth and depth of knowledge to our already incredible nursing team. We now have 4 wonderful RVNs who carry out much of the behind-the-scenes care of your pets, in addition to a multitude of nurse consultations.

Cari (in blue) is our newest Veterinary Surgeon. Cari joined us earlier this month, and compliments Sara, Liam and James in our vet team. Cari has previously worked in mixed animal practice in Scotland, where she developed her love of treating pets.

We hope you’ll welcome them both and make them feel a deserved part of the Millie’s Vets team.

(They’re also sporting our newly branded uniforms: more on that shortly!)

14/07/2025

MISSING CAT.

Please see the attached image for all details.

Fingers crossed for a safe and speedy return.

13/07/2025

Just over 2 weeks ago, our team (and an awesome client) embarked on a mission to complete a continuous 12-hour cycle ride on a spin bike in our very own foyer.

We also had a bake-sale with home made items made by the very talented Kelly and Vicky. RVN Hannah B also ensured the practice looked the part, with balloons and other decorations to help draw in spectators to support us!

This was all to help raise funds for a family affected by stage 4 breast cancer. Hazel is the wife of Nik, our air conditioning engineer. And mother to two young girls aged just 2 and 4 years.

The family are very close friends of one of our nurses, as well as our air-conditioning engineer.

Upon hearing of their desire to create as many memories for when the children are older, our entire team wanted to help, hence the idea of our ‘cyclathon’.

Well, the results are in!
12 cyclists cycled continuously for 12 hours in succession.
As a team, we cycled a total of 146 miles in 12 continuous hours.
Work experience student, and vet-of-the-future, Zak, was the fastest rider as he averaged 22.1mph in one of his stints.
Registered Veterinary Nurse Hannah Nash came in 2nd at 20.9mph.
James cycled the furthest distance overall, covering 39 miles during almost 2 hours on the bike.
A huge thanks also goes to client Jake, who not only made a donation of funds, but also came to James’ rescue near the end of the day and did a 30 minute session on the bike while James finished consults!

And the most important part- we raised a little over £600 for Nik, Hazel and their girls. Wouldn’t it be nice to increase that to £1000. If you’re able to donate, please use the link below. And if your company is able to donate £100 or more, we will give you a special mention.

With that in mind, a massive thank-you goes to ClearPlan Financial Services who made a large donation. ClearPlan are a firm of independent financial advisors based right here in Congleton. Like us, ClearPlan are a family business. And they have directly helped James with his own financial planning- both for the practice and personally. Thank-you ClearPFS.co.uk

Also our good friends over at Salt House Vets in Winsford. Another independently owned veterinary practice. Like us, they work hard every day to help keep pets happy and healthy.

https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/hazel-davies-bucketlist

12/07/2025

It is often thought that ticks are only a problem at certain times of the year- April/May and again in the Autumn. Whilst there may be more ticks at these times, they really are a year-round problem as one patient today showed.

Ticks can carry diseases that can be transmitted to other animals and also to humans (Lyme disease being the most well known).

It may be worth checking that your pet is appropriately protected against the key parasites.

For more information, please feel free to contact the practice nurses for advice.

Video of the tick after successful removal is in the comments.

09/07/2025

James’ 15 year old Labrador Kia is currently undergoing a course of accupuncture from Dr Natalie Russel.

James has known Natalie since around 1998 when they were both vet students at the Royal Veterinary College in London.

Sadly, at 15, Kia is struggling with her mobility, and along with various medications, is now having accupuncture which is certainly helping.

Look at just how relaxed Kia is, even during the insertion of the accupuncture needle itself!

If you’d like to know more about accupuncture in pets, please contact the practice or comment below.

08/07/2025

Pardon the pun, but we are immensely proud to be the main sponsor of this year’s Congleton Pride.

Taking place on Saturday 19th July throughout the town centre, with the Makers Market showcasing all manner of local businesses, and not one but two stages featuring live entertainment through the day, Congleton Pride is a sure highlight of the town’s social calendar.

We hope to see you there.

🏳️‍🌈Congleton Pride Guide 2025 is HERE! 🏳️‍🌈
We're excited to announce that the essential guide to Congleton Pride 2025 is now available! Get ready to plan your perfect Pride day with all the exciting event details and vital information. A BIG Thank you to Priesty Fields Nursing Home for sponsoring this year's Pride Guide.

You can pick up your copy now at the following places,

Congleton Market Quarter
Congleton Information Centre
Chris Hamriding Lettings & Estate Agents
Crown Bank Dental Congleton
The Space Congleton
Radley & Co
Priesty Fields Nursing Home
Millie's Vets
Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe
Plus, other locations around town. Keep an eye out!

You can also download your digital copy here: https://gqr.sh/PFYR right now!

Don't miss out on a single moment of this year's incredible celebration. Get your guide and join us at Congleton Pride as we celebrate love, diversity, and community!

25/06/2025

Until 2. 30pm come and support James for his 2nd TimeOnTheBike.

25/06/2025

Not only are we cycling for 12 hours, we are also selling delicious homemade cakes made by our team! Do come and visit us today even if you havent got an appointment...we value your support today more than ever!

25/06/2025

25/06/2025

Good morning all,

Today is the day! The day that our team are completing a 12-hour sponsored cycle right here at the practice.

We’re raising funds for our friends to create wonderful memories as a family, following the terrible news that Hazel has incurable breast cancer. Despite amazing treatment at the Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, her cancer has returned and spread.

With children aged just 2 and 4, their focus has now turned to creating amazing memories. They have a bucket-list of things to do.

James will be going live just before 7am, with details of how you can help.

Iʼm raising money to support our family during an incurable cancer journey. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.