Black Sheep Vets

29/10/2025

Unfortunately we have had a deceased female black cat in, thought to be middle aged. No collar or microchip.

She does have a distinctive left ear tip, but no other features.

Found on the A16 at the Jug and Bottle junction.

28/10/2025

These are the moments we live for!! 🩵❤️🩵

From pregnancy scan to a surprise C-section – and now a proud mum of boys!

Lovely Molly came to us a few weeks ago for a routine pregnancy scan and ended up back in theatre for a C-section with our amazing team.
Sadly, two pups didn’t make it, including the only girl but, one little fighter needed CPR at home twice and is now thriving!

All the surviving pups are boys, and Molly is absolutely smashing it as a first-time mum! 🎉
She’s soaking up all the cuddles (and the spotlight!)
while the team falls more in love with her every day!
🐶

24/10/2025

JOB ADVERT 🩺

Night Registered Veterinary Nurse – East Lincs Emergency Vets, Louth (Lincolnshire)

Are you an experienced and confident Registered Veterinary Nurse who thrives in ECC and loves the buzz of out-of-hours work?
East Lincs Emergency Vets is looking for someone who shares our passion for providing gold-standard emergency and critical care.

The Role

Pattern: 7 nights on, 14 nights off (excellent work–life balance!)

Hours: 6:30pm – 8:30am

Location: Louth, Lincolnshire

You’ll work alongside an experienced night vet. Case variety is huge — from true emergencies to intensive inpatient care — and you’ll have autonomy and responsibility to make a real difference to patients and clients overnight.

About Us
East Lincs Emergency Vets provides out-of-hours cover for local practices. We’re based within Black Sheep Vets, fully equipped with comprehensive in-house laboratory, digital imaging, ultrasound, multi-parameter monitoring, and dedicated isolation and theatre facilities.
We have strong ECC protocols, excellent nurse utilisation, and a genuine emphasis on staff well-being and continued development.

What We’re Looking For

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with solid ECC experience or a strong desire to develop it.

Calm, organised, and confident in triage, inpatient monitoring, and emergency anaesthesia.

Someone who values teamwork, communication, and professional standards.

We Offer

Competitive salary.

Generous CPD allowance.

RCVS & VDS fees paid.

Pension and staff discounts.

Supportive, close-knit team culture.

Quiet rest area and free parking.

Interested?
If you’re ready for a role that rewards skill, independence, and compassion — join us.
Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Or contact us on 01507 609929 for an informal chat.

23/10/2025

🐾 Patient of the Month: October 🐾

Meet Bruce, our very regal British Shorthair who recently came in for a dental crown reduction surgery. He handled his procedure like an absolute star and is recovering beautifully! 😺💪

We’re so proud of this brave lad and grateful to all the staff who supported him throughout his care.
Wishing him a happy and healthy future! 🩵❤️

22/10/2025

Jake The Macaw is back on his feet (and climbing!) and on the road to a speedy full recovery. 💕🐦”

16/10/2025

🐾 Patient of the week 🐾

Meet Floss! 💕
This lovely girl came to us after slicing her foot open while playing near the canal on a walk.
She was stitched up and has been popping in for regular bandage changes and checks — and through it all, she’s been such a sweet and patient girl!

We’re so happy to see her healing well, and it won’t be long before she’s back to enjoying her favourite long walks again. 🌿🐶

06/10/2025

Save BIG on your pet’s favorite meals!
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Pets on our BSV VIP Plan get 20% OFF pet food from top brands like Hills, Royal Canin, Purina, Lily’s Kitchen, and more!

Just tell us what your furry friend eats, and we’ll give you a discounted price (subject to availability).

Because keeping tails wagging and purrs going shouldn’t break the bank. 💛❤️💙

Get to know our VIP Wellness Plan today!

05/10/2025

🐾 Patient of the Month – September 🐾

Some of you may remember Winnie, the beautiful lurcher who was brought to us with a fractured leg.

After undergoing intensive surgery to repair her injury, Winnie has made incredible progress. She’s in the wonderful care of Seaside Greyhounds, where she’ll continue her recovery and, when ready, will find her the loving forever home she truly deserves. 💕

We’re so proud of this brave girl, all staff involved in her care from start to finish, the rescue centre for taking her on and everyone who donated to their page that have made it all possible.
Wishing her a happy and healthy future 🐶✨

03/10/2025

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This week's posts started with a Swan and theyre ending with a Swan too...

Yet another youngster who has got himself in bother. As we said earlier in the week, at this time of year the young are chased away by parents to find their own territories. Unfortunately for this one he's sustained a cut to his leg that needs some treatment. A huge thanks to East Lincs Emergency Vets and Black Sheep Vets for their care.

I do want to remind people that we dont actually have full facilities for swans and we also dont have a rescue team. If someone is available we will help capture animals but it does rely entirely on someone being available. This is particularly difficult when it comes to larger animals like swans, foxes and badgers as we're just not set up for rescuing them or housing them long term.

In previous years the RSPCA would go out to rescue these species but we have been made aware by multiple people that call handlers are now telling people that 'Wild Things Rescue will sort it', which unfortunately is not the case.

Going out to rescues is a logistical nightmare, particularly when we dont have the kit we need and also have an enormous number of animals in our care, many of whom still require regular feeds and medication. We will always help if we're able to but weve seen a rise in the number of people we talk to who are annoyed because we cant go out immediately, because they've been told by others that we will.

In an ideal world we would have a dedicated team able to come out in emergencies but that's not an easy thing to organise or fund.

If you would like to help us expand what we do and help more wild things, you can by setting up a regular donation (dont forget to tick yes to Gift Aid if you can!)
www.donorbox.org/wildthingsrescue

Our wild things thank you 💚

02/10/2025

🐾 Patient of the Month – August: Bella 🐾

Bella recently had TPLO surgery, a specialised knee operation for cruciate ligament injuries. TPLO helps stabilise the knee so dogs can get back to living their happiest, most active lives.

Post-operative care is essential for restoring strength and mobility after surgery, which is exactly what Bella is doing!

Keep it up Bella 🥰👏

01/10/2025

Happy

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By celebrating our receptionists today
and every day, we're acknowledging
the remarkable dedication of not only
our team, but the hard work of
receptionists across the nation.

From handling incoming calls to
seamlessly coordinating appointments,
diligently managing repeat
prescriptions, and providing
compassionate care to our clients and
their beloved pets, our reception team
goes above and beyond.

Join us in celebrating our team today! ❤