East Lincs Emergency Vets

23/05/2026

☀️ Happy bank holiday! ☀️
The sun is shining, and will be shining all weekend! Whilst we hope you all have a great weekend please be mindful of your pets in this heat - here is some friendly advice regarding heat stroke.

❗Early warning signs to look out for 👇

☀️ Heavy or excessive panting
☀️ Drooling more than usual
☀️ Bright red gums or tongue
☀️ Rapid heartbeat
☀️ Restlessness or agitation
☀️ Weakness or slowing down on walks

❗Signs that say your pet needs to see the vet immediately👇

☀️ Vomiting or diarrhea
☀️ Collapse or inability to stand
☀️ Confusion or disorientation
☀️ Seizures
☀️ Pale, blue, or purple gums
☀️ Loss of consciousness

❗How can you prevent heatstroke? 👇

☀️ Do not walk your dog in peak times
☀️ Reduce excercise in the heat/humid weather
☀️ Ensure fresh water is available at all times
☀️ If there's no natural shade, get creative and make some
☀️ Paddling pool in the garden (checking the water temp)
☀️ Check the pavement on the back of your hand before walking
☀️ Allow access indoors/cooler areas
☀️ Do not leave your dog in a parked car.
☀️ If your lucky enough - aircon!

❗If you suspect heatstroke, what can you do immediately to help? 👇

☀️ Move your dog to shade/indoors/cooler area
☀️ Offer cool (not ice cold) water
☀️ Pour cool (not ice cold) water over the body, focusing on the belly, paws and armpits - use a hose pipe if possible
☀️ Use a fan if available
☀️ Contact us

❗ Things to avoid if you suspect heatstroke👇

☀️ Ice baths
☀️ Covering your pet with wet towels for long periods
☀️ Forcing water into the mouth

📞 We are open 8.30am-11.30pm today (Saturday 23/05/26) then we will be closed but covered by East Lincs Emergency Vets until Tuesday (26/05/26) morning.

📞 If you have any concerns over this weekend, please do not hesitate to call them on 01507 304550. (our usual number will also take through to them)

Have a great and safe weekend! 🤗

20/05/2026

❤️ May - Nurse Awareness Month - Lucy ❤️

What did Lucy say when asked what her favourite area of nursing is?...

“I qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2022, but I’ve been working in the veterinary field since leaving school, so caring for animals has always been a huge part of my life.

I joined Black Sheep Vets in 2021 and later moved over to Elev, where I now work emergency and critical care shifts.

I enjoy all aspects of nursing, but I have a particular passion for emergency and critical care. I love the fast-paced nature of ECC and the adrenaline that comes with it, especially when caring for our most critically ill patients.

There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a very poorly patient recover and go home to their family. At the same time, I feel truly honoured to support families through the more difficult moments, helping make the process as gentle and compassionate as possible when they have to say goodbye.

Every patient I care for is treated as if they were my own. They receive lots of TLC alongside their medical care, as I believe comfort, kindness, and attention play a huge role in recovery.“

19/05/2026

🚨 BANK HOLIDAY ALERT FOR PET PARENTS 🚨

Unexpected emergency over the long weekend?
Long weekends are fun… until your pet decides it’s the perfect time for an emergency!
Skip the stress, avoid the panic, and enjoy the holidays knowing backup is already sorted 💚

Join our VIP Plan before midnight on Friday, 22 May and get FREE emergency vet consultations!

No panic. No stressing about emergency consult fees. Just fast access to the care your pets deserve!
Your future self will thank you at 2AM 😅✨

Sign up below before the bank holiday rush hits ⏳
https://app.petsapp.com/?wp=1&groupId=5f59157a-3462-4252-b9ea-1a82430eba6c&fbclid=IwY2xjawR44fdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEee5yThq5jojFEBcN9Z_uQ356gPlEeW2kTYLhGLN3QZq4Z-pFKq3cuZzmPhvk_aem_JymyGcaiEMz_s3xZIpiBYQ

11/05/2026

❤️May - Nurse Awareness Month - Natalie❤️

Meet Natalie and see what she enjoys about her job...

"I started nursing in 2015 and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2019.

The part of nursing I enjoy most is medical management and inpatient care. I really like the challenge of troubleshooting cases and thinking through different ways to support my patients and help them recover. It’s incredibly rewarding to see them improve, especially when you’ve been closely involved in their care.

Working long night shifts also gives me the opportunity to truly get to know my patients, their personalities, their quirks, and what helps keep them comfortable. Being a solo nurse alongside one vet means I can give them that extra time and attention which I really value. "

29/04/2026

🚨 Bank Holiday weekend coming up.
Is your pet protected with FREE emergency vet consultations?

Would you like that sort of peace of mind for just 30p per day for a 2 pet family!

Dogs eat stupid things. Cats do daft things. Weekends happen.

Our VIP Emergency Plan gives you unlimited free emergency consultations - nights, weekends, bank holidays - for just £10/month for one pet, or £18/month for your whole pet family.
That's as little as 30p a day / pet for a 2 pet family!

Sign up for our May Bank Holiday promotion, before Friday 1st May 2026 and we'll waive the usual 5-day wait … your cover will start Saturday 2nd, right in time for the bank holiday. 🎉

Cuts, bumps, swallowed something suspicious? You’re examinations are covered.
No hesitation. Just peace of mind.

👉 Sign up now at https://app.petsapp.com/?wp=1&groupId=5f59157a-3462-4252-b9ea-1a82430eba6c

East Lincs Emergency Vets, Louth has you covered!

08/04/2026

Emergencies like Reggie’s are why we exist. Vaccinations are why they shouldn’t have to.

Head to Black Sheep Vets to get your pup protected.

🐾 Meet Reggie.

A few weeks ago, Reggie came to us as a very poorly pup. He was fighting Parvovirus, one of the most serious and aggressive diseases a young dog can face.

Our team got straight to work.

Reggie is home, bouncing around, and doing exactly what puppies should do.

Parvovirus is a brutal illness. It attacks the gut, causes severe vomiting and diarrhoea, and can be fatal, especially in young or unvaccinated dogs. It spreads incredibly easily, surviving on surfaces, grass, and even your shoes for months.

But it is almost entirely preventable.

Vaccinating your puppy on time and keeping up with boosters is the single most important thing you can do to protect them from Parvo. Timing really matters here. Puppies need their primary course completed before they're fully protected, which is why we always recommend not waiting.

If your pup is due for their vaccinations, or you're not sure where they're up to, give us a call. We'd love to see them, preferably before they ever have to meet Parvo.

07/04/2026

As spring arrives across Lincolnshire, our team at East Lincs Emergency has one important message for every pet owner: know the signs of heatstroke before you need to.

Because when it happens, there is no time to Google it.

Heatstroke can develop rapidly, in a parked car, a warm conservatory, or after a burst of exercise on a sunny afternoon. Here's what demands immediate action:

🔴 Heavy, rapid, or laboured panting
🔴 Excessive drooling or foaming at the mouth
🔴 Disorientation, stumbling, or glazed eyes
🔴 Hot or dry skin, especially around the ears
🔴 Vomiting, seizures, or loss of consciousness

If you see these signs, do not wait.

Move your pet to a cool, shaded area immediately. Apply cool, not ice-cold water to their coat and paw pads. Offer very small sips of water. Then call East Lincs Emergency straight away.

We are open every hour of every day. Our team is trained, equipped, and ready.

Enjoy the spring sunshine. We'll be here if you need us. 💙

03/04/2026

🐣 Happy Easter from East Lincs Emergency!

Easter weekend can bring a few extra risks for pets: chocolate, raisins in hot cross buns, spring bulbs, and lilies are all dangerous. If something doesn't seem right with your pet, don't wait and see.

We're here continuously from Thursday, 2nd April at 6:30 PM right through to Tuesday, 4th April at 8:30 AM, so your pet is never without emergency care over the bank holiday.

If your pet is unwell or you just need advice, don't wait.
Call us anytime on 01507 609929
We're always here when you need us most. 💙

01/04/2026

🚨 Is it an emergency or can it wait? A quick guide for worried pet owners.

We know that panicked 2am feeling, your pet seems off, and you're not sure whether to call or wait until morning. So here's a simple breakdown to help you decide.

🔴 Contact us immediately if your pet is:

Struggling to breathe or choking
Showing signs of poisoning
Collapsed or unconscious
Having a seizure lasting more than 2 minutes
Bleeding severely, and it won't stop
Unable to urinate (particularly in cats, this can be life-threatening)
Showing a bloated or swollen abdomen

🟡 Monitor at home, but call if things worsen:

Vomiting or diarrhoea once or twice
Minor cuts or grazes
Limping but still putting weight on the leg
Quieter than usual, but still eating and drinking

Our honest advice? If you're unsure, just call us. No question is too small, and no concern is worth losing sleep over. That's exactly what we're here for, day or night, 365 days a year.

30/03/2026

🚨 In a pet emergency, panic is natural. But those first 10 minutes are critical.

Here's what to do while you get to us:

✅ Stay calm, your pet feeds off your energy
✅ Do NOT give food, water, or any human medication
✅ Bleeding? Apply gentle, firm pressure with a clean cloth
✅ Keep them warm, still, and as comfortable as possible
✅ Call us IMMEDIATELY so we're ready when you arrive

We are open 24 hours a day, every single day. Christmas. Bank holidays.

Save our number now. 📞 (01507) 304 550