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Monday 9am - 6:30pm Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm Wednesday 9am - 6:30pm Thursday 9am - 6:30pm Friday 9am - 6:30pm Saturday 8:30am - 11:30am

The Forge Veterinary Centre

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The Forge Veterinary Centre

Small animal Veterinary Centre located in Halstead with ample parking available.
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A caring Veterinary Surgery with a dedicated team of staff which provide exceptional service and care for animals and their owners alike.

30/06/2025

Ticks can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease to your pet. 🦠
Look out for signs of fatigue, loss of appetite, or a change in your cat’s behaviour.
If you spot any of these symptoms, seek advice from us as soon as possible!😸📲
01787 472666

27/06/2025

Got a puzzle feeder toy for your dog? AND you have a freezer? Well then…May we suggest portioning some of your dogs wet food into said puzzle feeder, freeze that bad boy overnight and you’ll have a tasty cool dog treat! If you only feed your dog dry food, don’t despair! You can soak their biscuits in water and then pop them in the puzzle feeder.
Have you tried this before? Got other cool treat ideas? We’d love to hear them below!

25/06/2025

Taking your dog abroad can be an exciting adventure, but it requires some extra preparation to ensure a smooth trip.
So, we’ve put together nine helpful tips for travelling with your dog. 🏖️🐕 In this article, you'll find essential advice on:
⭐ Pre-travel preparations⭐ Packing essentials⭐ Travel safety⭐ Comfort on the go⭐ Exploring new places👉 Read the full article for all the details and make your next adventure unforgettable: https://www.vetpartners.co.uk/pet-advice/dog-advice/dog-ownership/taking-your-dog-abroad-on-holiday/ #9-top-tips-for-travelling-with-a-dog

21/06/2025

Tuna + Water + Freezer = 😻
Grab a tin of tuna in water (not brine or oil) and mash it up a little. Pop a little bit of water into the tuna.
Next, you’ll need to put SMALL cat sized dollops into an ice cube tray and leave in the freezer overnight.
A lovely cool treat for lovely cool cats! What summer treats do you make for your cat? 😎

20/06/2025

The humble ice cube.
🧊 Pop down an ice cube on the floor for them to play with and lick to keep them nice and cool.
🧊 Place a few ice cubes in their water bowls to keep it at a refreshingly frosty temp.
🧊 If you are giving your pet ice cubes for crunching on, maybe look to use ice chips instead.
⚠️ If your dog is suffering from heatstroke, do NOT give them ice cubes, this won’t cool them down. Please instead ring the team asap and we can advise next steps.📱 01206 809199

27/05/2025

Let's not forget sun protection for our pale skinned furry friends!
27th May is , reminding us of the importance of safeguarding pets, such as those with white or thin coats and pink skin, from harmful UV rays. Just like us, some pets can suffer from sun damage which may one day lead to skin cancer.
Ensure your pet stays safe in the sun by limiting access to direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day. If it will be tolerated and not licked off, apply pet-safe sunscreen to exposed areas. Also, provide shady cool spots outdoors.

Let's keep our pets happy, healthy, and sun-safe! ☀️🐾

25/05/2025

The five pillars to caring for your rabbit. Swipe to see 🐇👀
If you have any questions about your rabbit, call or email us.
01787 472666

23/05/2025

Explore part 2 of the incredible responsibilities that registered veterinary nurses can undertake under Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act ⏬

💚 Suturing simple wounds
💚 Removing uncomplicated lumps
💚 Taking samples like skin biopsies, scrapes, plucks, and needle samples to aid in veterinary diagnoses
💚 Performing dental hygiene procedures and dental radiographs
💚 Capturing radiographs
💚 Assisting owners in managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, renal disease, and obesity

As a registered veterinary nurse, specific medical procedures can be delegated to you by a veterinary surgeon under Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act.

19/05/2025

As a registered veterinary nurse, certain medical procedures can be delegated to them by a veterinary surgeon under Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act. These procedures include:

💉 Administering animal medications, prescribed by a vet, through a needle and syringe, either into a muscle (intramuscular injection), vein (intravenous injection), or under the skin (subcutaneous injection). This can be done for pain relief, sedation, or other necessary treatments.

🩹 Cleaning and dressing wounds appropriately. If an animal has a wound, a veterinary nurse may provide proper care by cleaning or flushing it and applying a sterile dressing to protect it from further contamination.

🤕 Removing sutures after an animal has had surgery or an injury requiring stitches. A veterinary nurse may carefully cut the stitches and remove them from the skin, after ensuring the wound has healed properly.

And this is just the beginning! Stay tuned for Part 2

14/05/2025

Cheers to our Receptionists AKA the heartbeat of our practice 🌟👏

Triaging phone calls, organising all of our diaries, comforting pet owners coming into practice, the more ordinary receptionist jobs and a million other jobs they do it keep the practice going… all whilst keeping a smile on their face. 🤯

It’s an understatement to say how integral our receptionists are to the running of our practice and we would be utterly lost without them.

Drop a thanks below to show your appreciation! 🐾

07/05/2025

Pet Health Plan 2.0 💪

We are delighted to bring you and your pet a great NEW preventative healthcare plan to support your pet’s wellbeing giving you peace of mind, together with easy regular payments.

Click the link below to sign up or find out more information about our Pet Health Plan. 👇
www.forgevets.co.uk

04/05/2025

May the 4th be with you! 🌌✨Like the always chilled Obi here, did anyone name their pet after a Star Wars character? We’d love to hear! Bonus points for photos… 👀😍

Address

Halstead

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 6:30pm
Thursday	9am - 6:30pm
Friday	9am - 6:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 11:30am

Telephone

+441787472666

Website

http://www.forgevets.co.uk/

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Welcome to The Forge Veterinary Centre page. The Forge has been the centre of veterinary care in Halstead for the last 150 years. During that time, the practice has changed and developed and is now dedicated to the love and care of companion animals. We are a caring Veterinary Surgery with a dedicated team of staff which provide exceptional service with a friendly smile.

We at The Forge are proud of our history, and are committed to offering the best possible service to you and your pet from the moment you book an appointment, to the completion of your animal's treatment. Nigel Sproule took over the running of the practice in October 2005, and with 5 other vets and a dedicated support team aim to deliver the highest standards in veterinary general practice.

Give our lovely reception staff a call on 01787 472666 or use our new online booking facility at www.forgevets.co.uk

We look forward to welcoming you to our practice, and for our familiar furry faces and friends we look forward to welcoming you back.