Brookmead Veterinary Surgery

Brookmead Veterinary Surgery Independent, friendly veterinary surgery. https://www.instagram.com/brookmeadvetsltd/ A friendly, independent practice that cares about you and your pets.

Brookmead has been established for over 50 Years and is well known locally. Has a great loyalty discount scheme

🎃 It’s nearly Halloween 🎃 Here are some tips to keep your pets safe!🐾👻 Walk dogs before it gets dark so they don’t get s...
27/10/2025

🎃 It’s nearly Halloween 🎃
Here are some tips to keep your pets safe!🐾
👻 Walk dogs before it gets dark so they don’t get spooked by costumed trick-or-treaters.
👻 Don’t forget chocolate is highly toxic to pets, so you’ll need to keep all sweets safely out of reach of sneaky paws!
👻 When the doorbell rings, some pets get anxious - especially if the person the other side of the door is wearing a freaky costume! Help them stay calm by providing them with a safe den away from the front door, where they can retreat.
👻 Remember to keep any lit pumpkins far away from both indoor and outdoor pets. Don’t forget to throw your pumpkins away before they go off - moldy pumpkins could make your pets sick if eaten!
👻 Reaching for decorations can be tempting for our mischievous pets. Try to keep Halloween decor away from paws reach - your pet could easily swallow something harmful!

With Bonfire night fast approaching here are some tips to keep your pets calm on fireworks night! 🎇💥 Walk your dogs whil...
25/10/2025

With Bonfire night fast approaching here are some tips to keep your pets calm on fireworks night! 🎇

💥 Walk your dogs while it is still light and get home well before dark, before fireworks are likely to start.
💥 Close your curtains before dark and leave the lights on to hide flashes.
💥 Play some music to help drown out firework noises. Classical music can work well, or something with a deep bass to help cover up any bangs - just make sure it’s at a volume your dog is comfortable with.
💥 Stick to normal routines and behave normally but, if it helps, distract them with something fun such as a game, a puzzle feeder, or a toy stuffed with food!
💥 Make them a den to hide in if they wish.
💥 Comfort them if they come to you for reassurance, but if they want to be alone, let them.
💥 Watch them around other pets because they might be more irritable than normal if they are scared.
💥 Wait for a gap in the fireworks to take your dog out to the toilet, be as quick as possible and keep them on a lead. It is common for dogs to bolt from their garden after being startled by a firework.

Can you guess the breed of this handsome boy?🧡
20/10/2025

Can you guess the breed of this handsome boy?🧡

Last month Coco came in to see the Vet as he wasn't eating. During the consultation the Vet opened his mouth and noticed...
16/10/2025

Last month Coco came in to see the Vet as he wasn't eating.

During the consultation the Vet opened his mouth and noticed he had something stuck on his bottom teeth (which you can see in the first photo).

The Vet used the dental drill to gently remove the bead that was stuck, and as soon as it was removed he was happily munching on some grass.

He found what he thought was a yummy treat when he was let out of his cage and got behind a chest of drawers!

He is doing very well and his owners are now extra vigilant when letting him out of his cage. 🩵

Third Autumn POTM🍂We are now running our POTM competitions seasonally, our winners will feature on the back of the Cranl...
02/10/2025

Third Autumn POTM🍂
We are now running our POTM competitions seasonally, our winners will feature on the back of the Cranleigh Magazine 🤩
Like, like, like, comment with picture(s) & share 📸

Our Second Autumn POTM is🥁.....Skye 🩵Skye will feature on the back of the Cranleigh Magazine in November and be our FB ...
01/10/2025

Our Second Autumn POTM is🥁.....
Skye 🩵
Skye will feature on the back of the Cranleigh Magazine in November and be our FB cover photo 📸

19/09/2025

🚨Parvovirus Warning!🚨

We understand there has been confirmed cases of parvovirus in the local area.

🦠Parvovirus is highly contagious and is spread through direct contact with infected matter, this happens when your dog encounters infected bodily fluids. This can come directly from one dog to another or through contact with infected grass or surfaces where an infected dog has toileted or vomited. It can also be passed on from a person who has dealt with an infected dog and not washed their hands or clothing, dirty bedding etc.🦠

Symptoms to look out for:
loss of appetite
lethargy (lack of energy)
severe vomiting and diarrhoea.

What can you do:

💉Ensure your dog’s vaccinations are up to date. If your dog is fully vaccinated, they should be protected against the virus.

💉If your dog is not up to date with their regular vaccinations or you are unsure, please contact the surgery and we can check for you.

💉We kindly ask all clients to make us aware if your dog has had severe diarrhoea or vomiting before coming into the surgery

🚨Contact your vet immediately if you are concerned that your dog may be showing signs of parvovirus.🚨

General behavioural changes are the most obvious sign your pet may be in distress. Signs of pain on touch or inspection ...
12/09/2025

General behavioural changes are the most obvious sign your pet may be in distress.

Signs of pain on touch or inspection can include:
🐾Licking lips
🐾Flinching
🐾Turning head
🐾Moving to avoid touch
🐾Crying or vocally reacting
🐾Panting
🐾Increase in respiratory or heart rate
🐾Warmth, redness or swelling of a specific area

Check to see:
👀If certain behaviours become common after exercise
👀If signs are more noticeable in the morning or evening
👀Whether they are more likely to occur after a long walk rather than a short walk

Monitoring your pet in this way will help your Vet build a better picture of the problem.🩺

Dogs have evolved to conceal signs of injury, disease and pain to prevent them being perceived as an easy target for pre...
12/09/2025

Dogs have evolved to conceal signs of injury, disease and pain to prevent them being perceived as an easy target for predators in the wild. Like their wild ancestors, our domesticated dog breeds are practised at hiding signs of pain and discomfort.

Typical signs of pain in dogs can include:
🐾Shaking
🐾Flattened ears
🐾Low posture
🐾Aggression/ Grumpy temperament
🐾Panting or crying
🐾Excessive licking or scratching a specific area
🐾Reluctance to play, interact or exercise
🐾Lameness or limping
🐾Stiffness after rest
🐾Loss of appetite

Physical signs of pain you may notice can include:🐾Changes in breathing - panting or faster and shallower breathing than...
10/09/2025

Physical signs of pain you may notice can include:
🐾Changes in breathing - panting or faster and shallower breathing than normal
🐾Changes to eyes - changes in pupil dilation, squinting or bloodshot appearance
🐾Swellings or inflammation
🐾Abnormal gait
🐾Limping
🐾Difficulty in jumping or moving slower than usual

As only a few of these behaviours may be seen and they may be very subtle in less acutely painful conditions, what is most important is to look for any pattern in changes to your cat's behaviour or routine. As a pet owner you will have a pretty good idea of what is 'normal' for your pet.

Cats tend to hide their pain, making it easy to miss signs of illness. General behavioural changes are the most obvious...
10/09/2025

Cats tend to hide their pain, making it easy to miss signs of illness. General behavioural changes are the most obvious sign your pet may be in distress.

Typical signs of pain in cats can include:
🐾Hiding
🐾Sitting still or hunched up
🐾Losing interest in people or other pets
🐾Reluctance to play, interact or exercise
🐾Sleeping more than usual
🐾Neglecting to groom themselves/over-grooming a specific area
🐾Loss of appetite
🐾Purring, excessive meowing or other unusual vocalisations
🐾Restlessness
🐾Not using the litter tray
🐾Aggression - more likely to bite and scratch

Address

Cranleigh

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+441483274242

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