Border, Brownlow and Castle Vets

20/07/2025

Happy Sunday!

Where do you and your pup love to walk?
Beach? Woods? Around town? The dog park?

We want to see!
📸 Drop a pic in the comments
🗺️ Tell us your favourite walk spot

Let’s see those happy doggos!🐾💕

19/07/2025

Border Vet’s Opening Hours & Appointment Bookings

Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 08:30 - 18:30
Saturday 8:30 - 13:00
Sunday - CLOSED

Need to book an appointment?

💻 Book online: https://www.brownlowvetgroup.co.uk/book-an-appointment

📞 Call us: 01691 670 395 and Press OPTION 3

18/07/2025

To help keep our schedule running smoothly and to make sure you get the appointment time that works best for you - we’re now booking your pet’s next visit before you leave the clinic. These appointments may include:
▪ Vaccinations
▪ 6 monthly Pet Health club checks
▪ Medication reviews

It’s a simple way to stay on top of your pet’s health and avoid the stress of last-minute bookings. Of course, if you'd prefer to schedule later, just let us know - we’re happy to help! 🗓🐱🐶

17/07/2025

Lately, we’ve seen an increase in patients coming into our clinic covered in fleas. This can be uncomfortable and a health concern for both the affected individuals and others around them.

If you or someone you know is struggling with flea infestations, please don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Our team is here to provide treatment and support to help get your pet back to feeling at their best.

If it’s been a little while since your last visit, remember we offer complimentary appointments where our vets can assess your pet and place authorisations for flea treatments. These products can then be conveniently dispensed by our team to help you get started on effective prevention and treatment.

Additionally, maintaining a clean living environment and treating pets for fleas are essential steps to prevent re-infestation.

15/07/2025

We want to feature you pet(s) 🐾

Do you have a pet that deserves the spotlight? We're looking to feature your special pet(s) in our next newsletter!

How to enter:
▪ Post a photo of your pet(s) in the comments 👇🏻

▪ Share with your family and friends to get more likes on your photo

How it works:
▪ The pet with the most likes by the 28th of July will be featured in next months newsletter

▪ In the case of a tie, we'll make the final decision by selecting out a random draw

▪ only one entry per person please!

▪ The winner will not only be featured in August's newsletter, they will also receive a bag full of goodies!

Good luck all! 🐶🐱🐰

14/07/2025

Please be aware that Shrewsbury road is now closed until the end of August. You may need to leave in extra time to get to your appointment with us in Border surgery. Please give us a call if you are running late so that we can ensure that we can still see your pet.
Thanks for your ongoing support for team Brownlow.

🚧 Traffic management measures will be in place on Shrewsbury Road and Maes-Y-Clawdd , Oswestry until late October.

👷🏽 It’s while we install new drainage to the Innovation Park site; and while Pickstock Homes build a roundabout to access the new housing development. Working together will help to reduce future disruption to the highway network.

A summary of the traffic management phases is as follows:

▶️ Stage 1: Until 13 July – three-way traffic lights on Shrewsbury Road and Maes-Y-Clawdd.
▶️ Stage 2: 14 July to 31 August – Full road closure on Shrewsbury Road and Maes-Y-Clawdd.
▶️ Stage 3: 1 to 12 September – Road closure on Maes-Y-Clawdd only and two-way traffic lights on Shrewsbury Road.
▶️ Stage 4: 13 September to 29 October – three-way traffic lights on Shrewsbury Road and Maes-Y-Clawdd.

This can be seen on a map - see link in comments.

Access will be maintained to local businesses during this work.

ℹ️ For more info see link in comments.

14/07/2025

Could your pet(s) be hiding health issues? 🐶🐱
Pets age faster than we do—and they often hide discomfort. That’s why regular health checks are so important!

Our six-month health checks with our lovely nursing team includes:
✅ Weight, teeth, ears, eyes & coat check
✅ Joint & mobility assessment
✅ Vaccination, flea & worm check
✅ Behaviour & appetite questionnaire
✅ Nutrition & preventative care advice

❤Pet Health Club members — these checks are already included in your plan!
💛Not a member? No problem — you can still book for just £24.99!

📅 Book your pet’s health check today and stay ahead of hidden problems. 🐾

14/07/2025

New kitten on the way? 🙀

Make sure you have these seven essentials ready for their arrival.

Don’t forget to join Pet Health Club, where they get tailored flea and worm treatment, vaccinations, unlimited consults*, and plenty of support from day one.

Start their journey right: https://bit.ly/LittlePawsPHC

*Pet Health Club Plus only. T&CS apply.

11/07/2025

Temperatures are expected to be very high this weekend, and it’s just too hot to safely walk your dog during the day.

🐾 Avoid walks during the heat – When it’s really hot outside, it’s just not worth taking your dog for a walk. Your pup won’t suffer from missing a walk or two — in fact, it’s much safer for them to stay cool indoors than risk overheating or burnt paws.

Remember, walks can wait until it’s cooler, but their health can’t. So, relax, keep them hydrated, and save the walks for cooler times. Try indoor games or shaded play with lots of water. Your dog will thank you!

🔥 Pavements can burn paws and the heat can cause dogs to overheat fast.

🚫 Do NOT leave your dog in the car – even for a minute. Cars heat up dangerously fast, even with the windows cracked.

Keep your furry friends safe this weekend. They rely on us to protect them! 💛

For tips to keep your pets cool click on the link below:
https://www.bva.co.uk/pet-owners-and-breeders/caring-for-animals-in-hot-weather/

10/07/2025

🐱Cat flu is widespread, debilitating & highly contagious.⚠️

Cases are seen frequently in unvaccinated cats due to the virus being spread by direct or indirect contact with infected cats, which means your cat can catch it from an area an infected cat has explored.

The best way to protect your pet is by vaccinating them every year. This not only protects them, but also decreases the spread of disease. Check with your vet today if your cat’s vaccinations are up to date.

Read more here: https://www.pethealthclub.com/uk/pet-advice/cat-flu

10/07/2025

Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of meeting Bobo the African Grey Parrot! He popped into our clinic for a nail trim with our newly qualified nurse, Olivia W 🩺

Regular nail maintenance is important for parrots to keep their feet healthy and prevent overgrowth and injury.

Bobo was very calm and such a cooperative patient, we hope to see you soon handsome! 🦜

05/07/2025

New pup on the way? 🐶

Make sure you have these seven essentials ready for their arrival.

Don’t forget to join Pet Health Club, where they get tailored flea and worm treatment, vaccinations, unlimited consults*, and plenty of support from day one.

Start their journey right: https://bit.ly/LittlePawsPHC

*Pet Health Club Plus only. T&CS apply.