Selworthy Vets

Selworthy Vets Selworthy Vets have been proudly providing veterinary services for over 35 years.

As a family run, independent practice we are committed to providing a personal, caring and professional service for you and all your animals large or small. We provide veterinary services for your pets, farm animals & horses & are accredited by the RCVS. Selworthy Vets was founded in 1989 and moved to our purpose built premises in 2019. We are an independent mixed practice serving the farming, equ

ine and companion animal communities and aim to provide a caring, professional and efficient veterinary service for you and your pets, livestock and horses. A range of services from routine preventative healthcare to surgical and diagnostic treatments are available. We are based in Kingsbridge, but we also cover surrounding areas and provide our own 24 hour emergency service for your animals 365 days a year by our own team of vets and nurses. Selworthy also has our own dedicated Physio & Hydrotherapy Centre with an on site qualified Veterinary Physiotherapist. Chloe has a BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Physio and Level 3 in Small Animal Hydrotherapy and can also be found out and about performing equine physiotherapy for our clients.

☀️🐾 Heat Stroke in Pets: What You Need to Know! 🐾 ☀️ 🐈 🐕 Hot weather can be dangerous for our furry friends. Heat stroke...
25/06/2026

☀️🐾 Heat Stroke in Pets: What You Need to Know! 🐾 ☀️

🐈 🐕 Hot weather can be dangerous for our furry friends. Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition that happens when a pet’s body overheats.

Signs of Heat Stroke:
❗️Excessive panting or drooling
❗️Lethargy or weakness
❗️Vomiting or diarrhea
❗️Red gums or tongue
❗️Collapsing or seizures

Prevention Tips:
☀️Keep Pets Cool: Provide shade, fresh water, and avoid exercise during peak heat.
☀️Never Leave Pets in Cars: Temperatures can soar in minutes, even with windows cracked.
☀️Watch for Breed Risks: Flat-faced breeds (e.g., Bulldogs, Pugs) are more prone to heat stroke.

What to Do in an Emergency:
If you suspect heat stroke:
🚨Move your pet to a cool area immediately.
🚨Wet them with cool (not ice-cold) water, especially on the belly, paws, and neck (do not place wet towels on them)
🚨Call us ASAP!

🦆 Doris the Muscovy duck 🦆Doris recently had a very close encounter with a fox 🦊 and was left with some nasty wounds. Th...
22/06/2026

🦆 Doris the Muscovy duck 🦆

Doris recently had a very close encounter with a fox 🦊 and was left with some nasty wounds. Thankfully, she was brought in to see our vet, Geoff, who carefully stitched her back up and got her on the road to recovery ❤️‍🩹

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there - whether pet dads, new dads, stepdads, father figures or rememberi...
21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there - whether pet dads, new dads, stepdads, father figures or remembering gone but not forgotten dads. We hope you have a great day in the sun celebrating on the longest day of the year!🐶🐱🐰🐴🐹🐮🐔🐢🐾

📣Calling all Veterinary Nurses❓Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a supportive and enthusiastic team?...
10/06/2026

📣Calling all Veterinary Nurses
❓Are you a Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to join a supportive and enthusiastic team?
👀We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic RVN to join our fantastic expanding nursing team on a full or part time basis

Why Join Us?
✅Be part of a progressive and supportive team
✅Work with a fantastic team of veterinary surgeons, nurses, receptionists, and management who share the same passion for animal care
✅Make a positive impact on patients, clients, and colleagues
✅Help shape a positive and collaborative workplace culture
✅Fantastic purpose built building and excellent equipment
✅Work-life balance with flexible hours
✅Career development and CPD actively encouraged, including certificate support
✅Competitive salary (DOE)
✅Up to 6.6 weeks holiday plus extra days for long service
✅1 x Veterinary subscription paid plus RCVS fees
✅Discounted Veterinary fees and Workplace pension scheme
✅Staff well-being supported and option to bring your dog to work
✅The chance to enjoy life in the stunning South Devon countryside and coastline
If this role sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we would love to hear from you!
We welcome you to pop into the practice and have a chat with our friendly team and see our excellent facilities.
For more information or to apply please email [email protected]

Vet Nurse Jo and Farm Receptionist Amanda enjoyed cuddling these fluffy little visitors last week 🦆
09/06/2026

Vet Nurse Jo and Farm Receptionist Amanda enjoyed cuddling these fluffy little visitors last week 🦆

❗️We have seen an increased number of ticks this year! ❗️🕷️Ticks are tiny parasites that are mainly found in long grass ...
08/06/2026

❗️We have seen an increased number of ticks this year! ❗️

🕷️Ticks are tiny parasites that are mainly found in long grass and woodland areas.

☀️Ticks are most active during warmer months.

🩸Once attached ticks feed on human and animal blood.

🦠 Ticks can spread Lymes disease.

How to prevent:
🥾Avoid high risk areas during the warmer months.
👀Be vigilant and check your dogs after walking.
💊 Use regular parasite treatment that includes tick prevention.

📞 If you would like more information on parasite control please contact one of our friendly team on 01548 853322

Remember tick treatment is included on our Pet Health Plan 🙌🏻

🐄 Open Farm Sunday 🐄 The White Family are hosting Open Farm Sunday tomorrow the 7th of June.Join them at Wonwell Court F...
06/06/2026

🐄 Open Farm Sunday 🐄

The White Family are hosting Open Farm Sunday tomorrow the 7th of June.

Join them at Wonwell Court Farm for a tour of their robotic dairy system and their wonderful herd of cows!

One of our farm vets will be on hand to answer any questions about the work that goes into keeping a dairy herd healthy.

🦷 A gentle reminder to get your horse's teeth checked regularly! 🦷 Did you know that horses' teeth continue to erupt thr...
05/06/2026

🦷 A gentle reminder to get your horse's teeth checked regularly! 🦷

Did you know that horses' teeth continue to erupt throughout much of their lives? Because they spend hours grinding forage every day, uneven wear can occur, leading to sharp edges that can rub on the cheeks and tongue, causing discomfort and sometimes painful ulcers.

Routine dental examinations are an important part of maintaining your horse's health, comfort, and performance. Our vets can identify and treat common dental issues such as sharp enamel points, hooks, retained caps, wolf teeth problems, and uneven wear patterns before they become more serious.

Signs your horse may need a dental check include:
🐴 Difficulty accepting the bit
🐴Resistance when ridden or reluctance to work in an outline
🐴Head shaking
🐴Dropping feed while eating (quidding)
🐴Taking longer to chew
🐴Weight loss or poor condition
🐴Bad breath
🐴Excessive salivation

Even if your horse isn't showing any obvious signs, regular dental care is an important part of their routine healthcare and can help keep them happy, comfortable, and performing at their best.

If your horse is due a dental check, get in touch with the practice to book an appointment on 01548 853322 📞

Here at Selworthy, we love any opportunity to recognise the amazing people who work here and celebrate the care, compass...
05/06/2026

Here at Selworthy, we love any opportunity to recognise the amazing people who work here and celebrate the care, compassion, and dedication they show every day.

🎉 May marked Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, an important campaign within the veterinary profession that raises awareness of the vital role Veterinary Nurses play in animal care and welfare.

👏 Please join us in celebrating and recognising our fantastic team of Veterinary Nurses.

We are incredibly proud to have such an amazing team of Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) and Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs). Their loyalty, professionalism, and commitment to patient care are at the heart of everything we do.

Working tirelessly across both day and night shifts, they provide exceptional care for our inpatients, support our clients, and play an essential role in the smooth running of the practice. Their hard work, skill, and compassion make a difference every single day.

Without them, our practice simply wouldn’t function. They are truly amazing, and we are so grateful for everything they do.

💙 Thank you to each and every one of our Veterinary Nurses. Your dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to the animals in our care never go unnoticed. We are proud to have such an incredible team. 🐾✨

04/06/2026

🐴 Equine Flu 🐴

Cases of equine flu have been increasing across the country since April.

Fully vaccinated horses should have good protection from the virus. If your horse does encounter flu, clinical signs will typically be much less severe and they will hopefully recover quicker. Vaccinated horses can still spread the virus but generally the virus will shed at a lower level and for a shorter period of time.

If you need to book your horse in for their vaccinations or you suspect your horse may have flu please contact our equine team on 01548 853322 📞

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Stumpy Post Surgery
Kingsbridge
TQ74BL

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:15pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:15pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:15pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1pm

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