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04/11/2026

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We have just had a male pomeranian handed in to us but sadly he is not microchipped so we are trying to find his owners.

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30/10/2026

🎃🕷️ Ghouls, ghosts and things that go BOOM! 👻🎆

Halloween weekend is here, bringing spooky celebrations, trick-or-treaters and plenty of fireworks! But while we might love the Halloween excitement, our four-legged friends don't always feel the same. 🐶🐱

With fireworks filling the skies this weekend, here are a few little reminders to help keep your pets safe and settled:

🐾 Keep cats indoors and dogs on leads when out and about.
🏡 Make sure your pets have a cosy, safe space to retreat to.
🎶 Close windows and curtains and put on some background noise to help mask the bangs.
🦮 Ensure microchip details are up to date, just in case.
❤️ Stay calm and offer plenty of reassurance.

A little preparation can make a big difference to our furry family members.

🎆 Need more advice on keeping your pets safe this spooky season?

Visit our website for more information and advice: https://www.apexvets.com/news/halloween-hazards-for-pets-keeping-your-furry-and-feathered-friends-safe/ 🐾

🚨 We're available throughout the weekend for our clients out-of-hours should your pet need emergency veterinary attention.

From all of us at Apex Vets, have a safe and spooktacular Halloween weekend! 🧡🐾

Halloween can be a fun and festive time for families- but for pets, it can bring a range of hidden dangers. At Apex Vets we want to help you keep your beloved companions safe during the spooky season. Whether you have a dog, cat, small furry, bird, or exotic pet, here's what to watch out for this Ha...

29/10/2026

💕 IT’S GUINEA PIG WHEEK! 💕

Meet Moon! 🌙 This gorgeous girl came to visit us for her spay, with her little friend keeping her company! 🥹

💡 Did you know? Guinea pigs are highly social animals and generally thrive with a compatible guinea pig companion. Having a familiar friend nearby can provide reassurance during unfamiliar experiences, including a trip to the vets! 💗

Guinea pigs communicate with a whole range of adorable sounds, from happy wheeks to gentle purrs, and they love interacting with their companions. 🐹

When hospitalisation is needed, we encourage guinea pig friends to stay together where appropriate, provided it's safe for both piggies and suitable for their treatment and recovery. 🩺

Swipe through to see Moon's visit, from snoozing under anaesthesia to recovering and enjoying some cuddles! 🌙💗

Want to learn more about caring for your small furries? Check out our small furry advice article on our website! 👇

🔗 https://www.apexvets.com/pet-advice/small-furry/

22/10/2026

🐱💚 We’re Gold Cat Friendly… once again! 💚🐱

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve been re-accredited as a Gold Cat Friendly Practice! 🎉

We’ve been a Cat Friendly Practice for 11 years, and we’re so proud to continue building on that commitment by achieving Gold status again! 🏆🐾

Our cat advocates, like Erin, work alongside our whole team and are dedicated to making every visit as calm, comfortable and stress-free as possible for our feline patients, always putting their welfare first 😻

19/10/2026

🐢 Pre-hibernation Check 🍂

Now that summer is over and the weather is becoming colder and wetter 🌧️, it is time to start thinking about our tortoises that might hibernate.

The most important thing about hibernation in tortoises is ensuring that they are fit and healthy prior to hibernation. 🩺 This will give them the best chance during the process, as being unwell can put extra strain on their bodies and can be very catastrophic for them.

At Apex Vets, we offer a Reptile Healthy Pets Club, which covers:
🩺 2 health checks a year by one of our exotic vets or nurses.
💩 2 faecal checks a year to make sure your shelled friend is in the best position possible for hibernating.
💚 A tub of Reptoboost, a probiotic that can improve overall health.

The cost of our Healthy Pets Club is £12 a month and it is available for all reptile species. 🐢

At their pre-hibernation health check, your vet will also discuss husbandry, the hibernation process (if appropriate), and any further investigations that may be needed before hibernation.

For more information ask one of our team or visit our website: https://www.apexvets.com/pet-care/exotic-pets/

18/10/2026

Smashed it!! 😃💪💪

Very proud of our amazing team!! 💚 And well done to all runners and volunteers who made the day run so effectively and well.

Thankyou to everyone that has donated - there is still time! Click the link below 👇

https://strathcarronhospice.enthuse.com/pf/apex-vets-be2da

18/10/2026

Today’s the day!! 🏃🏃

Please support us by using the link below to donate. Every single donation helps make a huge difference to an amazing cause 💚

https://strathcarronhospice.enthuse.com/pf/apex-vets-be2da

Just over a week to go until some of our team take on the Strathcarron 10K again! 😄🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

We’re so excited to take on this challenge, but even more so to be raising funds for a cause that has touched so many of us personally, as well as so many people across our local community. 💚

Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference and is hugely appreciated.

If you’re able to support us, please use the link below to donate. 🙏💚

Thank you so much for your support - we really appreciate it!

https://strathcarronhospice.enthuse.com/pf/apex-vets-be2da?utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0jsn0ngm&fbclid=IwY2xjawUy_uBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAWJyaWQRMFl3QUhBNTREYnNJYks3UWhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEexiCHBEal-JpMyAwS1z0JkeEI8OpPJOrAbpmnYmac5O4-S7dcrkZF6yFf9P8_aem_3nxsuk5JyIGfaLhdEy9RmA

16/10/2026

🐈‍⬛ Black Cat Awareness Month 🖤

October is the perfect time to celebrate our beautiful black cats and remind everyone to keep them safe as Halloween approaches! 🎃

Sadly, black cats can sometimes be surrounded by myths and superstitions, but we think they deserve nothing but love, kindness and a little extra fuss.

🐾 Here are a few ways to keep all of our feline friends safe this Halloween:

🏡 Keep them indoors after dark - especially on Halloween night, when there may be more people, noise and activity outside.

🚪 Be mindful of open doors - trick-or-treaters coming and going can make it easier for curious cats to slip out unnoticed.

🕸️ Keep decorations out of reach - candles, fake cobwebs, string, small decorations and glow sticks can all pose risks to inquisitive paws.

🍬 Keep treats for humans! - chocolate and sweets can be harmful to cats, so make sure Halloween goodies are safely stored away.

🛏️ Give them a safe, quiet space - a cosy room with their favourite bed, fresh water and litter tray can help them feel secure if the doorbell keeps ringing.

Let's make this Halloween a happy and safe one for all our feline friends! 🐈‍⬛

15/10/2026

𝙋𝙚𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝: 𝙎𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 🏆

We’re celebrating Zeus and his remarkable recovery after a life-threatening emergency. 💕 His story highlights just how important it is to recognise the signs of a GDV and seek veterinary help without delay. 🚨

One Sunday evening, Zeus suddenly collapsed at home, and his owners noticed that his tummy was extremely swollen. 😟 They acted quickly, contacting our practice and speaking to our vet, Katie, who arranged to see him out of hours. 🏥

When Zeus arrived, he was seriously unwell, with very pale gums, an extremely high heart rate and a severely swollen abdomen. An X-ray quickly confirmed our concerns: Zeus had a GDV (gastric dilatation-volvulus). 🩺

🔎 What is a GDV?

Often referred to as bloat, a GDV is a life-threatening condition in which the stomach fills with gas and twists on itself. This traps the stomach contents and can severely restrict blood flow, affecting vital organs and causing shock.

⚠️ GDVs require immediate veterinary attention and emergency surgery. Without prompt treatment, the condition can sadly be fatal.

Knowing how serious his condition was, Zeus’ owners made the decision to proceed with surgery, and Katie and the team operated late that Sunday night.

During the operation, Katie carefully untwisted Zeus’ stomach and released the trapped gas. She also performed a procedure called a gastropexy, which involves securing the stomach to the abdominal wall to help reduce the risk of it twisting again in the future. Unfortunately, the twisting had also compromised the blood supply to Zeus’ spleen, meaning it had to be removed.

🩺 Zeus’ case is a fantastic example of how rapid diagnosis, appropriate facilities and a dedicated veterinary team can make a real difference in an emergency. Our out-of-hours service and on-site X-ray and ultrasound facilities enabled us to investigate Zeus’ symptoms quickly, confirm the diagnosis and get him into surgery without delay. 🐾

Following his operation, our team continued to provide pain relief, close monitoring and plenty of care and attention throughout his recovery. 🐶 We’re absolutely delighted to say that Zeus made a fantastic recovery! 🎉

Seeing him back on his feet and back playing with his friends after such a serious experience was incredibly rewarding for everyone involved. 🐕

We’re so proud of Katie and our whole team for the care they provided, and we’re thrilled to celebrate Zeus as our Pet of the Month! 🏆

Well done, Zeus! What a superstar! 🌟

🚨 Did you know the signs of a GDV?

Symptoms can include:

🐕 A suddenly swollen or distended abdomen
😟 Restlessness or signs of discomfort
💧 Excessive drooling
🤢 Repeated attempts to vomit without bringing anything up
⚠️ Pale gums, weakness or collapse

❤️‍🩹 A GDV is a veterinary emergency. If your dog shows any of these signs, contact your vet immediately rather than waiting to see if symptoms improve. 📞 Acting quickly could save your dog’s life.