Clyde Vet Group Small Animal Hospital

30/05/2026

We are at the Lesmahagow Agricultural Show 🐄🐑🐴🌾 Come by and say hello ! And guess the name of our Calf 🐄

28/05/2026

Vet Nurse Awareness Month 🐾

This month, we’re celebrating Veterinary Nurses and the vital role they play in caring for our patients.

From monitoring anaesthetics and caring for inpatients, to running lab tests, assisting in surgery, placing IVs and taking blood samples, supporting emergency cases, and educating owners — their skills are used every single day. 💙

They are patient advocates, comfort providers, problem-solvers, and an essential part of every veterinary team.

Vet Nurse Awareness Month is a chance to recognise the dedication, knowledge, and compassion RVNs bring to both patients and their families.

Thank you to all the RVNs for everything you do.

Do you spot anyone you recognise ? 💙

27/05/2026

We have had a young female Rottweiler handed into our lanark branch this morning. She was found at the side of the road sandy road carluke. She unfortunately isn’t chipped. If you think this may be your dog or have any information please cal the lanark branch on 01555 660000

27/05/2026

A few weeks ago we had 2 fun-filled evenings with Lanark Beaver Scouts “Colony B” 🦫✨ and later in the week with 1st Lanark Boys Brigade joining us at the Lanark practice 🐾🏥

Not only did they get a valuable insight into the world of veterinary and animal care 🩺🐶🐱, they also had the opportunity to become mini vets and nurses themselves with an array of hands-on activities! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️💉 Definitely some future vets and nurses in the making ⭐️

The star of the show had to be Pam’s wee dog Tosh 🐕💛 who had the BEST time meeting all the little people and getting lots (and lots!!) of treats 🍖🐾

Thank you so much for visiting CVG; we had a pawsome time with you all! 🐾😊

27/05/2026

We have had a young entire male black and white cat handed into our lesmahagow branch this morning. He was found around the deli in Kirkmuirhill and unfortunately isn’t chipped. If you think this may be your cat or have any information please call the lesmahagow branch on 01555 890055

27/05/2026

Hi everyone, just to make you aware that there are 4-way traffic lights at Morrisons in Lanark today. Please allow some extra travel time if you have appointments booked with us in Lanark today. Thank you! 💙

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

⚠️ HEATSTROKE IN DOGS – PLEASE READ ⚠️

With temperatures in Scotland reaching 24°C this week, we want to raise awareness about the very real dangers of heatstroke in pets.

Meet handsome Chester, who was treated yesterday as an emergency after suffering severe heatstroke. His temperature reached 40°C; dangerously high for a dog. Normal temperatures range from 37.5°C–39.2°C.

Chester arrived struggling to breathe, with grey mucous membranes indicating critically poor oxygenation. He required emergency treatment including active cooling, oxygen therapy and intubation.

Thankfully, after around an hour of intensive care, medication and active cooling, Chester began to improve. Seeing his colour return after oxygen support was a huge relief for everyone involved. His temperature returned to normal and he was monitored closely overnight in hospital. However, the outcome could very easily have been tragic.

Heatstroke can happen suddenly and is a life-threatening emergency.

🐾 Signs of heatstroke include:
Excessive panting
Difficulty breathing
Lethargy or collapse
Vomiting or diarrhoea
Drooling
Bright red, pale or grey gums
Weakness or confusion

❄️ If you suspect heatstroke:
Move your dog to a cool, shaded area immediately
Pour cool (not ice-cold) water over their body and coat
Use cool, wet towels UNDER the patient, not over them
Place wrapped ice packs beneath the body if available
Offer small amounts of cool water
Contact your vet immediately

⚠️ Important:
Avoid placing soaked towels over your dog, as this can trap heat and reduce effective cooling. Continuous monitoring is essential, as overcooling can also be dangerous.

Please remember:
🐶 Never leave dogs in cars
🐶 Avoid walks during the hottest parts of the day
🐶 Take extra care with brachycephalic breeds, older dogs, overweight pets and those with underlying health conditions

If in doubt, seek veterinary advice immediately. Heatstroke can become fatal within minutes.

Here is Chester reunited with his dad after a night in hospital 💙

Lesmahagow: 01555 890055
Wishaw : 01698 373435
Lanark : 01555 660000

25/05/2026

Hot weather is hitting hard this week ☀️🐾 Before every walk, remember the 5-second rule: place the back of your hand on the pavement for 5 seconds. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your dog’s paws.

Skip midday walks, stick to early mornings or late evenings, and never leave pets in parked cars. Stay safe and keep those paws protected ❤️🐶

25/05/2026

Wool needed for Rescues have given us some lovely knitted items for our animals here at the practice 💕 They are an excellent organisation who provide blankets and other handmade items for rescue animals 🐶🐱 Thank you so much for your kindness and support! 🐾💖