Hillside Veterinary Centre

12/10/2025

We're wishing our Charlie all the luck as she runs her first half marathon today! 🏃🏻‍♀️
Charlie has been working so hard on her training & we know she's going to be amazing!

11/10/2025

Sweet Olive has recently been rehomed by her new family and came to see Chris for her first visit to us. She took it all in her stride & was super relaxed 😻

10/10/2025

Pets offer so much more than just companionship…

Pets are great sources of comfort and motivation, helping us lead mentally healthier lives by:

🧠Getting you out the house for daily walks or play time, making physical activity more fun!
🧠Giving you a sense of security and make us feel wanted and needed.
🧠Offering unconditional love and helping you feel less isolated.
🧠Caring for your pet helps to provide a daily routine.
🧠Helps you meet new people; whether that’s during walks or via pet related groups/classes.

Let's celebrate the amazing power of pets in supporting our mental health today and every day!

09/10/2025

We think Boxer puppy Ika enjoyed the cat toy in the nurses room more than some of our feline friends do 😆

08/10/2025

Lovely little Rosie came to see us for the first time recently 🥰

Did you know, we've been taking 'my first vet visit' photos for over two years now?! If we've taken one of your pet in that time, we'd love to see a photo of them now so pop them in the comments.

06/10/2025

UPDATE: Owner found

We have had a young male cat brought into us. He is ok, but looks like he has had a recent trip to a vets, due to clipped fur patches. He was found in the Corfe Mullen area and has no microchip.

If you think this is your cat please call us on 01202 698899.

06/10/2025

We met the very handsome Perry for the first time last week.

At 14, he's an older man but is doing well thanks to his family's love & dedication to him & his needs 🥰

It can be difficult to see our pets slowing down and ageing but with regular check ups and adaptations to their lifestyle where needed, they can stay happy & comfortable in their older years.

04/10/2025

🐾🍂It’s National Walk Your Dog Week… the perfect excuse to get outside and enjoy autumn strolls with your four-legged friend!

We'd love to see photos of your dog enjoying their favourite local walks!

To keep every walk safe and happy this season, here are a few top tips:

🧥Stay Warm: Ensure your pet is comfortable and warm with appropriate clothing, especially if they have short fur.

⚠️Watch Out for Hazards: Be mindful of fallen leaves, which can hide potential dangers like sharp objects or holes

🦌Stay on Leash: With wildlife more active, keep your pet on a lead to prevent unexpected chases.

💧Hydrate: Bring water for your pet, as they can still get thirsty, even in cooler weather.

🪳Check for Ticks: Ticks may still be active in October so keep up your tick checks after each walk

Enjoy the beautiful season safely with your pet!

03/10/2025

Beautiful Freya is our receptionist Charlie's 'grand-dog'! She's recently been re-homed by Charlie's son and his partner and has certainly landed on her paws in her new family.
It was lovely to meet her for the first time when she came to see Bobby for her first visit 🥰

02/10/2025

Adorable little OJ came to see Bobby for his very first appointment 😻

OJ's owners have signed up to our Pet Health Plan so his vaccinations, flea & worming treatment was all covered on his pay-monthly plan!
Did you know that our improved plan also now includes a FREE vet consultation and a FREE nurse 6 month health-check as well as many more benefits such as discounts on neutering, selected dental procedures and food.

For a list of all benefits and to sign up, visit our website, https://www.hillsidevets.co.uk/pet-health-plan

01/10/2025

We're less than £60 away from our fundraising target for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance ! Thank you so much to everyone who has donated online or popped some change into our collection pot.

We'd really LOVE to reach £500 for this vital cause so if you're able to spare anything, we'd very much appreciate it.

Did you know that every penny we raise is kindly being matched by VetPartners? So, if we reach our £500 target, there will be £1000 going straight to Air Ambulance!

Help Hillside Vets raise money to support Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance