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Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 8:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 8:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 8:30pm Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm Saturday 8:30am - 4pm

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Davies Veterinary Specialists is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company)

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01/06/2026

🚑 RECOVER Certified Rescuer Workshop 🚑

We’re delighted to offer a full day RECOVERY certified Rescuer Workshop on Thursday 18th June.

Last few places remaining so book your space now!

29/05/2026

❤️🐾 Thank You to Our Incredible Donor Dogs & Owners 🐾❤️

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our recent Pet Blood Bank UK collection day on 16 May. Together, you helped collect 9 units of blood, which will go on to support pets in need of lifesaving treatment.

We’re always so grateful to the dogs and their owners who give their time to help others — it truly makes a difference to the patients we care for every day.

Thank you again to everyone who took part — we couldn’t do it without you. 💉🐶❤️

22/05/2026

It’s always so rewarding to hear how patients are doing once they’re back home 🧡

Pepper joined us as an emergency earlier this year, and understandably his family were going through a very worrying time. From the moment he arrived, our team, and especially Julien, focused on making sure they felt supported, informed and reassured every step of the way.

His owner shared such kind words about their experience, highlighting not only the care Pepper received, but also the warmth and kindness of our reception team at every interaction.

We’re so pleased to hear that Pepper is now back to his normal self – eating well, gaining weight, and enjoying life again (even if he’s still missing a little bit of fluff! 😅).

Thank you for trusting us with his care, and for taking the time to share your experience.

15/05/2026

Let’s take a look inside 👀

A sneak peak of our OSCE Practice Morning - building confidence, building skills and supporting student veterinary nurses in a calm, friendly space.

Proud to have the support of and raising funds for through these sessions.

Please share with anyone preparing for their OSCEs.

13/05/2026

Meet Lulu, a gorgeous 2‑year‑old Ragdoll, who came to us feeling very unwell after suddenly stopping eating and repeatedly vomiting.

When Lulu arrived, she was clearly poorly and needed urgent care. Blood tests showed her kidneys were really struggling. Specialist scans showed that she had an infection in both kidneys (called pyelonephritis), this infection was so bad in her right kidney that the tube that carries urine to the bladder (ureter) had become blocked with infected material. A sample taken directly from this right kidney confirmed the presence of bacteria and pus.

Lulu was started on antibiotics, fluids, pain relief and supportive care; initially she showed really encouraging improvements. She was brighter, more comfortable, and her kidney values began to improve. However, she would not eat any food, thus a temporary feeding tube was placed to give her the nutrition she needed to heal.

But recovery isn’t always a straight line.

Despite initial progress, Lulu developed repeated fevers and then suddenly started to show signs of sepsis. We suspected that her right kidney was the source of this sepsis. After careful discussions between the veterinary team and Lulu’s family, everyone agreed that her best chance of recovery was to surgically remove her right kidney.

The surgery went smoothly, and the difference afterwards was remarkable. Within 24 hours she was brighter, comfortable, and started to eat by herself. She went home just a few days later, happy and alert, with her remaining kidney doing a fantastic job on its own

We’re so proud of Lulu — and grateful to her family for trusting us with her care 💙

12/05/2026

Not long to go… and the last few spaces remain

If you’re living with a dog or cat with epilepsy, this evening has been created with you in mind.

🐾 Living With Epilepsy: Helping Your Dog or Cat Thrive
📅 Thursday 14th May
🎤 With neurology specialist Johnny Plessas, Davies Veterinary Specialists

This is a chance to take a step back from the worry and uncertainty, and spend time understanding your pet’s condition with guidance from a specialist who sees and manages epilepsy every day.

Many owners tell us how much difference it makes to feel more confident in what they’re seeing, what they’re doing, and how they’re supporting their pet — this evening is designed to help you get there.

👉 If you’ve been thinking about coming, now is the time to book: https://www.vetspecialists.co.uk/living-with-epilepsy-helping-your-dog-or-cat-thrive/

11/05/2026

Kim has been part of the Davies team for 15 years, starting her journey as a rotating nurse working across all areas of the hospital. It was during this time that she discovered her passion for theatre, where she has now been Lead Theatre Nurse for the past 11 years.

She loves the variety the role brings—no two days are ever the same, and the team supports a wide range of interesting cases across multiple disciplines. For Kim, one of the most rewarding parts of her role is working alongside a specialist, multi-disciplinary team, all focused on providing the very best care and helping patients return home to their families.

Kim treats every patient as if they were her own. While much of her time is spent caring for anaesthetised patients in theatre, she also enjoys heading down to the wards for a few cuddles with those who are awake.

Outside of work, Kim enjoys spending time with her family and her much-loved Border Terrier, Wendy—who, in her eyes, is undoubtedly the best breed.

08/05/2026

💙 A very special update to share 💙

After a serious back leg injury last August, Tilly the cat came to our Orthopaedic team for specialist care. After months of patience and recovery, her owners have recently let her back into the garden for the first time and it has been a joy to see her walking, running, jumping and playing again with no sign of any ongoing problems.
They asked us to pass on their heartfelt thanks to the whole team, and especially to Loïc, whose surgery meant Tilly’s leg could be saved. They also spoke warmly about the care, kindness and professionalism shown by everyone they met throughout Tilly’s treatment.

Seeing our patients return to doing the things they love is always incredibly rewarding, and we are so grateful to Tilly’s family for sharing such a lovely update. Well done to everyone involved in her care 🐾

07/05/2026

As part of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, one of our nurses, Sam, recently visited a local primary school to share what it means to care for animals.

Through hands-on activities, from learning about the five welfare needs to practising bandaging, the session introduced pupils to the knowledge behind veterinary nursing.

But just as importantly it highlighted the compassion and empathy that underpin every aspect of patient care.

Inspiring the next generation to understand and value animal welfare is something we're proud to support.

06/05/2026

🚑 CPR CPD Series – Neonatal Resuscitation 🚑

Join us on Thursday 21 May for the third and final event in our CPR CPD series, focusing on Neonatal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, presented by Cameron Morris, ECC Diplomat at Davies Veterinary Specialists.

Neonatal emergencies are fast‑paced, high‑pressure, and require a very different approach. This evening session will focus on effective ventilation, cardiac support, thermal management, and practical decision‑making when every moment matters.

Whether you’ve joined us for the earlier sessions or are booking onto this one as a standalone event, this is a fantastic opportunity to build confidence and refine skills in a uniquely challenging area of emergency care.

👉 Book your place here: https://www.vetspecialists.co.uk/events/cpr-neonatal-resuscitation/

✨ A brilliant way to round off the series — we’d love to see you there.

Address

Manor Farm Business Park
Hitchin
SG53HR

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 8:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 8:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 8:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+441582883950

Website

https://vetspecialists.co.uk/

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