Dereham Vets

19/06/2026

Rescue Success! 😸

From a perilous start on a local pig farm to a home filled with tiny purrs, these kittens have come a long way. 🐈‍⬛

Our Head Nurse Lisa, recently rescued a litter of four kittens when they were just two weeks old This involved hand-rearing them around the clock; an incredible commitment! Every two hours, day and night, she was there to bottle-feed them, help them toilet and teach them the skills they needed to thrive. 🍼

Now, at six and a half weeks old, they're fully litter trained, eating independently, and spending their days playing, exploring, and tumbling around with their siblings. 😻

Sadly, we lost one little boy along the way due to dietary complications. It was a heartbreaking loss for Lisa, but his memory lives on through the journey he shared with his siblings. 💔

The remaining three kittens are bursting with personality, energy, and affection. Fortunately they have all found loving homes and are now ready to meet their wonderful new families. Here's to second chances, tiny milestones, and the biggest personalities in the smallest paws. 💚

We'd like to wish these little ones the very best of luck in their new homes, and give a huge well done to Lisa for the dedication, compassion and countless sleepless nights that helped give them the start in life they deserved. 🥰

12/06/2026

We are delighted to share this lovely post about Fig, a 1-year-old Cocker Spaniel. Fig recently visited our vet Stephie and nurse Hannah out of hours, when she suddenly started vomiting. 🐶

There are several possible causes of vomiting in dogs, but as Fig is young and otherwise healthy, we were concerned she may have swallowed something her body couldn’t digest. To investigate further, we performed both x-rays and an ultrasound scan of her abdomen, to check for a possible intestinal blockage. The images revealed two objects within her gastrointestinal tract that looked like they might be large pieces of bone. Given the risk of an obstruction, we decided to proceed with an exploratory laparotomy to locate and remove them. 🦴

Fortunately, once surgery began, we discovered that both objects had already reached Fig’s colon. This meant that we were able to remove them without needing to make an incision into her intestinal tract. To our surprise, the objects turned out to be two sharp stones that had somehow travelled all the way through her digestive system.

A huge well done to Fig’s attentive owner, who trusted her instincts and brought Fig in promptly when she felt that something wasn’t right. Early intervention can make all the difference. We’re pleased to report that Fig is recovering well at home and, all being well, should be back to her normal adventures within the next week or so. ❤️

10/06/2026

💛We're expanding our Nursing Team!💛

We are looking for an experienced, forward thinking and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team in either a part-time or a full-time role.

We're an independent small animal practice in a purpose-built building, with patient care and work-life balance at the centre of our values.

The role offers a variety of interesting cases and out of hours emergencies, with supportive colleagues who enjoy working together.

What we can offer:
- Generous CPD budget with certificates encouraged and supported
- Fixed days off each week with a full-time being a 4-day week
- OOH pro-rata which is currently 1:6 for full-time nurses
- Private health care
- Generous staff discount
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Salary dependent on experience
We are an exciting practice to be part of, having already grown to an amazing team of 25.

If you're interested in joining us, we would love to meet you so please get in touch at [email protected]

05/06/2026

🐾 Meet Dudley, the brave Golden Retriever! ​ 🐶💛

Dudley is a 4-year-old Golden Retriever who is our receptionist Emily's family dog. Dudley recently underwent surgery with our vet Jenny, to remove two mast cell tumours which are a type of skin cancer that can affect dogs. Thanks to early detection and prompt treatment, both tumours were successfully removed with clear margins and Dudley is now on the road to recovery! ​🩺✨

Mast cell tumours are one of the most common skin cancers in dogs and they can vary in severity. ​ Early detection is key to ensuring the best possible outcome.​ If you notice any unusual lumps or bumps on your furry friend, it is always sensible to book a check-up with your vet. ​ 🐕💕

Dudley’s story is a reminder of how important it is to monitor your pet’s health and seek veterinary advice when needed. ​ He’s now enjoying his recovery with lots of love and care from his family. 🏡💖

02/06/2026

UPDATE - Owner Found

🚨 Dog Found 🚨

We've had an elderly female Jack Russell handed into us this evening and we've been unable to reach her owner. She was found in Bradenham.

If you think she might be yours, please call the practice on 01362 888008.

29/05/2026

It’s the fourth and final week of our Vet Nurse Awareness Month series. We hope you’ve enjoyed this insight into what it takes to become a veterinary nurse, along with a behind-the-scenes look at life in practice. 😍

This week’s theme is 'passion', and what better way to celebrate it than by showcasing one of our student veterinary nurses, Amy. She began her training in September and is developing her skills here in practice, alongside attending college. 💚

Passion is at the heart of every great nurse. We asked Amy what passion means to her and how she brings it into her role:

"My passion for veterinary nursing comes from knowing that even the smallest actions can make a huge difference to an animal’s wellbeing and an owner’s peace of mind. From holding wriggly puppies for their first vaccinations to supporting pets and their owners through some of their hardest days, every part of the role feels meaningful. I love the variety that comes with vet nursing; scrubbing into theatre, monitoring anaesthetics, caring for patients on the wards and helping to keep everything running smoothly. Being able to combine compassion, practical skills and teamwork to care for patients through every stage of their journey is something I never take for granted.

So much of what veterinary nurses do goes unnoticed, but the level of care and compassion never changes. Our patients are someone’s whole world, and being trusted to help care for them, in both the good moments and the difficult ones, is a privilege. I’m passionate about advocating for animals who cannot speak for themselves and although the role can be challenging, every recovery, wagging tail and small win makes it all worthwhile. Even on the busiest or hardest days, knowing I can help make an animal more comfortable or reassure an owner, reminds me exactly why I chose veterinary nursing." 🐾

Amy has put together a video to give you a glimpse into her day-to-day life as she trains to become a registered veterinary nurse. 🩺

22/05/2026

It’s week three of our Vet Nurse Awareness Month series and this time we’re shining a light on the importance of empathy. 💚

We’re also delighted to introduce Lisa, our new Head Nurse. 👋

We asked Lisa to share her thoughts on how empathy is shown in our practice, and here’s what she had to say:

"This Vet Nurse Month we celebrate the incredible empathy that us RVN's bring to every moment; comforting anxious pets, supporting families who may be worried and showing care that far exceeds our medical skill. Our compassion turns clinics into safe havens and transforms difficult days into moments of hope.

Empathy looks like:
- Gentle calming of nervous pets.
- Listening with patience to worried owners.
- Staying with a patient through their recovery and comforting them.
- Supporting our team mates on tough days with understanding and encouragement."

15/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who came to see us at Dereham Day last Saturday. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did! 💚

It was wonderful to see so many of you having fun with our hook-a-duck game, practising bandaging skills, and dressing up as vets in surgical gowns. 🩺🐾

Good luck to everyone who entered our raffle, the winner has now been contacted so don’t forget to check your voicemail… you could be our lucky winner! 🏆

If you snapped a photo with our Dereham Vets photo board, we’d love to see them! Why not share them in the comments below. 📸

And a special thank you to Lexi at Treefrog LTD for taking some lovely photos of our team during the morning. 🥰

12/05/2026

We’re delighted to share this lovely post about Archie, a four-year-old black Labrador who recently visited us out of hours. 🐶

A huge thank you to his owner at Walkies Dog Behaviour & Training for sharing their kind words and experience. We’re so pleased to hear Archie is recovering well and back to his happy self! 🥰💚

A bit of a different post today…

We spent £550 at the vets last night with Archie (thankfully, we’re insured).

And it got me thinking — what did that actually buy?

It bought a vet who took the time to speak to us on the phone first, before deciding Archie really did need to be seen that evening.

It bought someone who then travelled half an hour from home, late at night, to meet us — with a nurse also called out to support.

We were greeted with calm, kindness, and reassurance when we were worried.

She was thorough. She explained what she was checking, what she was ruling out, and why.

She was open about costs.

She gave us time.

And most importantly — she gave us peace of mind, and complete confidence that Archie was in safe, capable hands.

We talk a lot about the cost of vet care…

But moments like this are a good reminder of the value behind it.

When your dog needs help, you’re not just paying for treatment —
you’re paying for knowledge, experience, compassion, and someone who shows up when it matters most.

And honestly… that peace of mind is priceless 🤍

Thank you to the team at Dereham Vets for taking such good care of him.

08/05/2026

We're looking forward to attending Dereham Day tomorrow 10am-4pm. Please come and say hello! 👋😁