Moray Coast Vet Group

14/05/2026

We have had a stray female dog found on Pitgaveny road, Elgin, not microchiped handed into the surgery. If anyone recognises her please contact the Forres branch of Moray Coast Vet Group. 01309 672243

14/05/2026

🚨 Laminitis Awareness 🚨

In the last fortnight, we have seen a number of horses go down with laminitis. Early recognition and fast veterinary attention can make a huge difference.

⚠️ Watch for these warning signs:
• Reluctance to move or turn
• Shifting weight between feet
• Heat in the hooves
• Strong digital pulses
• Standing with front feet stretched forward
• Lying down more than usual

🌱 Spring grass can be a major trigger, especially for:
• Native breeds
• Overweight horses and ponies
• Those with Equine Metabolic Syndrome or Cushing’s disease

✅ Prevention tips:
• Manage grazing carefully
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Avoid sudden dietary changes
• Keep up regular farrier care
• Contact your vet promptly if you notice any signs

Laminitis is an emergency — don’t “wait and see.” Early treatment gives the best chance of recovery.

📞 If you’re worried about your horse or pony, contact your veterinary team for advice. 01309 672243

13/05/2026

We recently had an influx of puppies and kittens at our Forres surgery and we are not complaining about it…🩵🥰🐾

12/05/2026

⚠️FOUND CAT⚠️
Yesterday evening we had a black and tabby female brought in to the practice.

She was found on the Moyness Toad, 1.5miles from Auldern.

If you think this could be your cat or know any information, please contact us.

11/05/2026

Long term client and friend of MCVG, Clare Molynuex will be known to many of you, especially in equestrian circles. Clare also worked with us at one time, manning the out of hours phone lines. Now as she turns 75 she’s decided she wants a new challenge and to give back to a charity that’s given her a lot when it really mattered. Please follow the link and read her story and donate to support a great cause if you can. Well done Clare and Philip from all the MCVG 🪂 👏

Help Clare Molyneux raise money to support Back Up

04/05/2026

I think the force is strong at Forres today, things got a little out of hand…🪐🐾💫

04/05/2026

Meet Obiwan Catnobi! The resemblance is uncanny…we think!🐱🐾

Happy May the Fourth🪐💫

04/05/2026

101. Brushing Your Cats Teeth!🪥

Here are a few tips on how you can safely brush your cat’s teeth

🐾Gently rub your finger in and around their mouth

🐾Use an appropriate Pet Fingerbrush with Pet-Safe Toothpaste

Don’t forget to give your cat plenty of rest in between, this doesn’t need to be a long process🐱

Thank You to our Glamorous Assistant, Steve🩵

04/05/2026

Date for the diary

Open Farm Sunday at Edinvale Farm: tours, beef & sheep talks, butchery demo, beekeeping, family activities, food to go & meat for sale.

03/05/2026

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Do you know what to do if you find a baby bird on the ground?

Last year we received an average of 140 calls a day from members of the public concerned about baby birds.

Follow on social media to find out about the baby birds in our care and visit our website to find out more!

➡www.scottishspca.org/wildlife/baby-birds/

02/05/2026

🐑 🪱 With recent warm weather the nematodirus forecast is worth checking out for your locality. SCOPS have released a podcast on how to use the forecast. Link to the forecast itself in the comments. Links to NADIS info on all things Nematodirus (and most other diseases you may wonder about) there also.

In this bonus episode co-host Nerys Wright joins Ben Eagle to discuss the changes made to the Nematodirus hatching forecast for 2026.