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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

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Dereham Vets

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Independent small animal practice 💛💚
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🐾 Dereham Vets is a new independent small animal practice, due to open in Autumn 2023.

👩🏻‍⚕️Flo Scott is heading up the team of experienced and caring vets, nurses and support staff. We can’t wait to welcome our first clients and their furry friends!

🌼 Our fully equipped, purpose-built practice is easily accessible next to Toftwood Garden Centre.

🐕 Providing our own out of hours service is important to us, so our dedicated team will be on standby for any emergencies, to ensure continuity of care.

30/10/2026

🎆Fireworks season is approaching! Here are a few simple ways to help our furry friends feel more comfortable at this time of year. 💚

🐶 FOR DOGS
• Walk before dark, when possible.
• Always use a lead and consider a double-ended lead attached to a collar and harness for extra security.
• Create a quiet, cosy safe space with windows and curtains closed.
🐱 FOR CATS
• Provide cosy hiding places with familiar blankets, toys and comforts.
• Keep them indoors before dark, with access to their usual safe spaces and a litter tray.
• Close windows and curtains to reduce noise and flashing lights.
🐰 FOR RABBITS, GUINEA PIGS AND SMALL FURRIES
• If housed outdoors, consider moving their enclosure into a quiet, secure and safe indoor space such as a shed or garage.
• Provide plenty of familiar bedding and hiding places so they can feel secure.
• Keep them away from loud noises and flashing lights as much as possible.
• If they live with a bonded companion, keep them together to provide reassurance.
🐾 GENERAL HELPFUL TIPS
• Make sure microchip details are up to date and ID tags are secure.
• Use the TV, radio or calming music to help mask firework noises. Classic FM often have a segment dedicated to keeping our pets calm at this time of year!
• Offer favourite toys, familiar bedding and let your pet choose where they feel safest.
• Stay calm, offer reassurance if they seek it, and never punish fearful behaviour.
• If possible, stay home to keep your pets company during the busiest evenings.

💊 If you are worried about your pet's potential anxiety during firework season, our team can advise on suitable calming options. If your pet needs prescribed medication, please contact us in good time to arrange an appointment.

26/10/2026

🚨 FOUND CAT 🚨

We have had a small, female tabby cat handed into us this morning. She was found near Poppy's Wood, close to the Lyng turning of the A47. She is not microchipped and is currently receiving treatment with us.

If you think this could be your cat, please call the practice as soon as possible on 01362 888008.

16/10/2026

🐾 Say hello to Teddy & Tiggy! 🐾

These two adorable little kittens came in for their microchipping and first vaccinations recently. 💉

They were both absolute superstars and took everything in their stride! 🐱

Did you know that it’s now a legal requirement for cats in England to be microchipped by the age of 20 weeks? Microchipping is a quick and simple way to help make sure your cat can be identified and safely reunited to you if they ever go missing. ❤️

Well done, Teddy & Tiggy! We look forward to seeing you again for your next visit.

09/10/2026

This handsome boy came in to see one of our nurses recently for a nail trim, but he wasn’t doing it alone! 🐶✂️

Hugo arrived with his very own emotional support penguin 🐧, ready to provide some moral support while his nails were being clipped. With his trusty companion by his side, Hugo was such a good boy. Well done, Hugo! 🥰

02/10/2026

We're delighted to introduce you all to Mia who has recently joined our wonderful nursing team! 🤩

25/09/2026

🐾 Meet Ernie! 🐾

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming gorgeous Golden Retriever puppy Ernie for his first visit with us, and what a little star he was! ⭐

Ernie was in for his second puppy vaccinations and he was such a good boy throughout. We also loved meeting his owners and getting him settled in with the team. 🤗

Ernie has joined our Pet Health Plan which helps keep him protected throughout the year, giving him a great start to a happy and healthy life. The plan includes vaccinations, parasite prevention treatment and much more! If you'd like to join our Pet Health Plan or for more information, please head over to our website https://www.dereham-vets.co.uk/pet-health-plan/.

We can’t wait to watch this handsome boy grow. Welcome to the practice, Ernie! 💛

04/09/2026

🔔 Found Cat 🔔

We've had this lovely black cat handed into to us this afternoon. He was found on School Lane, close to Toftwood Infant School. He is microchipped but unfortunately the details have not been registered.

If you think this could be your cat, please call the practice as soon as possible on 01362 888008.

01/09/2026

Happy International Ginger Cat Day! 🐱

To celebrate International Ginger Cat Day, we thought we'd share one of the most unique feline patients we've had the pleasure of meeting recently.

Meet Binky, a gorgeous two-month-old kitten who recently visited us for her first vaccination appointment. Our vet Sotiroula gave her a thorough health check and discovered a surprising twist; Binky wasn't a boy after all, but a girl! 🐈

A week later, Binky returned to begin her vaccinations, which are included as part of her Pet Health Plan. Since then, she has continued to thrive and grow, and we hope she keeps bringing smiles to everyone she meets. 🥰

Binky belongs to the rare 20% of ginger cats that are female. This is because the gene responsible for the ginger coat colour is carried on the X chromosome. Female cats need to inherit two copies of the gene to be ginger, whereas males only need one. 🐾

Ginger cats are often known for being sociable, playful and affectionate companions, although they can be quite chatty too! ❤️

We're lucky to have a few female ginger cats registered with us, and it's always a pleasure to see these beautiful and unusual felines when they visit. 🐱✨

21/08/2026

Meet Lana! 🐾

Lana is a 5-month-old Great Dane who visited our vet Jenny and nurse Cayley out of hours after a day of repeated vomiting and becoming increasingly unwell. 😣

Following an examination and x-rays, we discovered that Lana had swallowed part of a corn on the cob, which had become lodged in her intestine and was causing a blockage. 🩻

Lana underwent emergency surgery overnight to remove the obstruction. Thankfully, the procedure was a success, and she made an excellent recovery. She quickly returned to eating, drinking and enjoying life as the happy puppy she is. 🐶

We're delighted to report that Lana is doing very well and continues to thrive. We wish her all the best as she keeps growing... and growing... and growing! ❤️
Take a look at Lana's x-ray, where you can clearly see the corn on the cob lodged in her intestine. 🌽

19/08/2026

⭐ Seeking Experienced Veterinary Surgeon ⭐

We are looking for an experienced vet to join our team at an exciting stage in our growth. We're a proudly independent small animal practice with a strong team of 8 vets, and we're planning to open a sister practice in early 2028.

This senior role will help enhance clinical standards across the practice, with a particular focus on medical and surgical work-ups and the hospitalisation of our patients. You'll play a key part in shaping the clinical direction of the team as we grow.

We run our own out-of-hours service and this role includes a share of the OOH rota. A competitive salary, commensurate with experience, will be discussed at interview.

If you're an experienced vet looking for a senior role with genuine influence in an independent practice, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please email your CV to [email protected]

Address

157 Shipdham Road
Dereham
NR191NP

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

+441362888008

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