Northvet

26/05/2026

🐾 Exciting new arrival at Northvet! 🐾

We are delighted to now be stocking Stiggy Snacks, delicious natural dog treats from our very own team member, Gemma Leslie! 💚

These tasty treats are:
✔️ Air baked for maximum flavour & nutrition
✔️ Gluten & grain free
✔️ Made with simple, natural ingredients

Pop into the practice to pick some up and support a fantastic local business at the same time😃

25/05/2026

As we draw closer to the end of this year's Vet Nurse Awareness Month, we celebrate the incredible role veterinary nurses play in caring for animals every single day 💚

From monitoring anaesthetics and caring for hospital patients, to running clinics and supporting procedures, our nursing team is vital in every part of what we do at Northvet.

Their empathy, compassion, knowledge and dedication help animals feel safe and cared for when they need it most.

This month is all about recognising the skill, professionalism and heart that veterinary nurses bring to the profession every day 🌟

22/05/2026

🐄 Cows are now back out grazing in the fields, so please remember to keep dogs on a lead around livestock and always pick up after them. 🐶

Dog fouling can carry Neospora, a parasite that can cause serious illness and abortions in cattle, leading to devastating losses for farmers. Even healthy dogs can carry it without showing symptoms.

Please help protect livestock, wildlife and our farming community by:
• Keeping dogs under close control around fields with cows and calves
• Always using a lead near livestock
• Picking up and properly disposing of dog waste

Thank you for being responsible dog owners and helping keep everyone safe. 🙏

22/05/2026

We are delighted to now be accepting BID gift cards! 💳😃

We’re delighted to share that Northvet now accepts the Kirkwall Gift Card 💳

If you’ve got a Kirkwall Gift Card tucked away in the back of your bag or wallet, now’s the perfect time to spend it and support local.

For a full list of businesses that accept the Kirkwall Gift Card, click the link in comments.

12/05/2026

🐾 Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026 🐾

This May, all of us at Northvet are proud to celebrate Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month and recognise the incredible contribution our Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs), Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs) and Veterinary Care Assistants (VCAs) make every single day 💚

Our nursing team are at the heart of patient care supporting pets and their owners with compassion, dedication, and professionalism through every stage of their journey. From inpatient care and surgical support to nurse clinics, monitoring anaesthetics and comforting nervous patients, their role is truly invaluable.

We would love your help in celebrating these unsung heroes!
If one of our veterinary nurses has made a difference to you or your pet, please consider nominating them as part of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month ⭐

📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic or click
https://bvna.org.uk/blog/unsung-heroes-nomination-campaign-veterinary-nursing-awareness-month-vnam-2026/
for more information and nomination details.

Please join us in showing our amazing nursing team some appreciation in the comments below 👇💚

12/05/2026

Hat left behind at our Stromness Branch... not microchipped! 😅

If you think it may be yours, pop in Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 3pm to 5pm.

07/05/2026

Our Stronay Small-Animal Clinic is back!

Give us a call book an appointment with Liz on the 4th of June - 01856 873403

05/05/2026

Look out, look out, Nematodirus is about!

Nematodirus has now been detected in Orkney, so conditions are right for risk.

Nematodirosis can strike fast in young lambs and because early stages do not produce eggs, faecal egg counts will not reliably indicate danger.

Use the SCOPS forecast alongside your own risk assessment to stay ahead.

👉 Are lambs grazing last year’s lamb fields?
👉 Are they 6-12 weeks old or grazing early?
👉 Are there added pressures like poor milk supply or coccidiosis?

Nematodirus Forecast Preview

05/05/2026

Tony, one of our former large animal vets, is currently taking on an incredible challenge to raise money for Prostate Scotland.

Alongside two pals, he is cycling all the way from Land’s End to John O’Groats, over 19 days! 🚴‍♂️ Not an easy feat, due to finish this Thursday!

This is all in support of a cause that affects so many lives, raising both funds and awareness for prostate cancer.

Let's get behind our friend and show our support, every donation, no matter the size, will make a difference.

Dig deep for Tony 👇
https://www.justgiving.com/page/anthony-oloughlin-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Help Anthony O'Loughlin raise money to support Prostate Scotland

10/04/2026

Update: Coco is home 💞

Missing Cat - Please Share

Coco (11 months old) has been missing from Petticoat Lane (near Scorradale, Orphir).

She is very friendly but can be a little timid, especially if approached quickly.
If you spot her, please try to approach calmly, she may come to you for food (she is particularly fond of cheese!).

If you have any information or sightings, please call 07713 325173.

Thank you for your help 💚