The Daycare Vet

06/11/2024

☃️ Are you thinking of taking your dog (or cat!) on a winter getaway? ⛷️

I offer the most affordable way with simple online application for your pets animal health certificate (AHC) which is needed for travel to EU countries.

All you need to do is visit www.thedaycarevet.co.uk/animal-health-certificate, fill in the form and book a time to suit you on Calendly to meet in a convenient location in Edinburgh to finalise the paperwork!

The cost is £99 for a standard AHC and if you are a regular traveller the cost will reduce to only £69 for future certificates!!

If you find it cheaper elsewhere let me know and I will match it! If you are interested message me or visit the website for more details. 🐾

30/05/2024

Today’s customers getting their weigh ins ❤️ Even had time for a sunny dog walk with Pip too!

04/04/2024

🐕 I was very excited to see these two beautiful sighthounds for their Animal Health Certificate yesterday! ⛴️

Xylo (on the left) is a Silken Windhound and Sophie (on the right) is a ball crazy lurcher! ❤️

There are only 23 Silken Windhounds in Scotland… maybe 24 soon if I find one to be Pip’s sister! 👀

02/04/2024

🐶 🛩 Animal Health Certificates in Edinburgh & the Lothians from only £69 🐱🚢

Are you taking your dog on holiday this year or making the move to Europe with your cat?

I offer the most affordable and simple process to get your pet's AHC for travel to the EU and Northern Ireland. I visit all EH postcodes with no hidden travel fees. If you live outside this area I can arrange collection at a convenient location (or a home visit if I have availability and you live near a nice dog walk!).

Please visit www.thedaycarevet.co.uk/animal-health-certificate for more information and to book.

31/03/2024

🐣 Happy Easter! ☀️

I hope you all are enjoying the sunshine and that all of your dogs have stayed away from the chocolate! 🍫

Pip and I spent the day walking up Meall Buidhe with my sister. We then went to Falls of Dochart Inn in Killin where Pip got her very own “doggie dinner”! Would highly recommend (for humans too!)❤️

08/02/2024

🐾 Great week meeting the dogs of Sal’s Pals! ❤️

24/01/2024

🐶🎉 I am now a Fear Free© Certified Professional! 🙌🏽👩🏻‍⚕️

Over the past few weeks I have been taking part in the Fear Free© Veterinary Certification Program through my 'normal' vet job at Westport Vets. The program helps veterinarians modify their procedures, handling and facilities to help pets feel safe and comfortable while receiving the medical care they need.

It has equipped me with more techniques to make your dogs vet checks as stress-free as possible (hint: this may involve lots of treats!).

17/01/2024

🐕‍🦺❄️January is ‘Walk Your Dog’ month! 🏔️🦮

It’s difficult to get outside with your dog every day with the short days and Scottish weather. It is important to provide your dog with both physical and mental stimulation to keep them happy.

If you are struggling to get outside here are some ideas to try with your dog alongside shorter walks:

1. Scent work - you can try a simple version of this at home by hiding treats around the house. Alternatively, you can find a local class to start training your dog to sniff out particular scents. It really works their brain and tires them out without the need for a big walk, especially those ’sniffy’ breeds like spaniels.
2. Indoor play - you can play with your dog inside with tug toys or you can fill treat balls with their kibble to get them to work for their food.
3. Calming activities - giving your dog a stuffed kong or lickimat is another great way to entertain them. This can be particularly good to relax them after a walk or in the evenings before bed.

If you do go outside be sure to prepare for the weather:

1. If they are a puppy, senior dog or have a thin coat put a jumper on them when it is under 5 degrees celsius (Pip loves her equafleece). This is particularly important if you will be outside for prolonged periods.
2. If you are walking in areas that have salt/grit spread on pavements then rinse off and dry your dog’s paws when you return as it can irritate their skin.
3. Avoid frozen lakes, ponds or rivers. Put your dog on a lead if you are not confident that they will recall from winter dangers.
4. Be careful with anti-freeze - this is very poisonous for both dogs and cats! If they have come into contact with this rinse them off immediately so they don’t lick it and contact your vet.

10/01/2024

☃️ Are you thinking of taking your dog (or cat!) on your ski trip? ⛷️

I offer the most affordable way with simple online application for your pets animal health certificate (AHC) which is needed for travel to Northern Ireland and EU countries.

All you need to do is visit www.thedaycarevet.co.uk/animal-health-certificate, fill in the form and I will deliver the AHC directly to your door! I visit all EH postcodes and there are no hidden fees for a standard AHC.

The cost is £99 for a standard AHC and if you are a regular traveller the cost will reduce to only £69 for future certificates!!

If you find it cheaper elsewhere let me know and I will match it!

I also visit doggy daycares to provide vet care direct to your dog! If you are interested message me or visit the website for more details. 🐾

03/01/2024

“Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you”

New Year’s Day spent at the beach with a very excited doggo and family ☀️🌊🎾 I couldn’t pick just one photo! ❤️

Thank you to everyone who has supported me in 2023 and Happy New Year to you all from Pippy Long Legs and I!

#2024

04/12/2023

🐾🍫 Do you know what to keep away from your dog this Christmas? 🎄🎁

Pip scoffed some fruit scone at the weekend that was left out for the birds! Luckily she hadn't eaten it all so I knew that it contained raisins. They can be very poisonous to dogs and cause injury to their kidneys so we ended up at the vet practice on my day off...

I gave her an injection to make her vomit (picture of her looking sorry for herself after bringing up food containing 3 raisins!), took baseline bloods to monitor her kidneys and started her on activated charcoal in her food which helps to absorb any remaining toxins.

With lots of mince pies, chocolate and other goodies around at this time of year make sure you have a look at the following '21 Dangers of Christmas' from Vets Now so you know what to keep away from your inquisitive pup!

If you do suspect they've eaten anything on this list call your own vet immediately.

03/12/2023

One of the amazing staff from Citidogs, Stephanie, and her partner have lost everything after their house was destroyed in an explosion on Friday night. They are recovering in hospital and their neighbour tragically lost his life. My thoughts are with them and all the families affected.

Please donate and share to help them through this. ❤️ 🐾

Hi my name is Ross and I’m trying to raise funds for a family who have tragical lost their home due to … Ross Aitchison needs your support for Family in need