The Beeches Veterinary Centre

01/05/2025

Looking forward to a lovely sunny Bank holiday this weekend. Please see below for our opening times. 😎☀️🐾

01/05/2025

How to keep your cat cool in hot weather! 🐈🌡️

📚 Read our vet guide now:

Learn how to keep your cats cool in summer with our expert vet. Visit Pet Health Club for more info.

30/04/2025

There’s nothing quite like the bond between you and your dog. What do you love most about sharing life with them?

Take Pet Health Club's quiz to see if you are ready to own a cat or dog: https://www.pethealthclub.com/uk/little-paws-pet-quiz

29/04/2025

GREAT NEWS!!

The Beeches veterinary centre are now offering a 10% discount to Blue light card holders as well as OAPs.

Please visit our website to view the terms and conditions:

Take a look here for our latest offers which include Free Flea & Tick Checks and lots more!

28/04/2025

Did you know annual vaccinations are included in a Pet Health Club member? 🤔

👉Join the club today: https://www.pethealthclub.com/uk?utm_source=Practice&utm_medium=Social-Media

28/04/2025

We’re expecting some hot weather this week. If it feels warm to you, it’s even hotter for your dog.

Skipping a walk is always the safer choice when it’s too hot. No dog has ever been harmed by missing one, but heatstroke can be deadly.

Find out how to spot the signs and keep your dog safe with our vet-approved guide: https://www.pethealthclub.com/uk/pet-advice/heat-stroke-in-dogs

23/04/2025

Same expert care, now at lower prices! 🐾

Enjoy savings on consultations, vaccinations, and neutering PLUS every new pet is eligible for a free health check!*

Book your pet's appointment online today 📱
*Visit our website for full T&Cs https://ptc1.softr.app/

22/04/2025

🦇Look at this Nathusius bat and her pups.🦇

These lovely bats are being cared for by our local bat charity. The team at The Beeches have thoroughly enjoyed learning about this little family.

Nathusius bats are nearly listed as "nearly threatened species in the UK".

This is an incredible achievement for a female to successfully carry and deliver twin pups, we would like to say a massive well done to the volunteer that is working so hard to care for this Mum and Babies.

What to do if you find a bat?

If you find a bat in the UK, the first step is to call the National Bat Helpline on 0345 1300 228 for advice. If the bat is in your home, try opening all doors and windows that lead outside, then turn off the lights and leave the room. If it's on the ground or appears injured, gently contain it in a box before contacting the helpline. Remember, bats are protected by law in the UK, so don't try to harm or handle them unless absolutely necessary.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. Call the Helpline:
The National Bat Helpline run by the Bat Conservation Trust is the primary resource for advice.
You can reach them on 0345 1300 228.
They can offer guidance on what to do, connect you with local bat carers, and potentially arrange for a volunteer to visit.

2. Dealing with a Bat Indoors:
Open windows:
Open all windows that lead to the outdoors, but be careful to keep pets and children away.
Turn off lights:
Turn off the lights in the room where the bat is located to encourage it to exit.
Close interior doors:
Close doors to other rooms in the house to help contain the bat and make its exit route easier.
Leave the bat:
Give the bat a few hours to find its way out on its own.
Contain if necessary:
If the bat doesn't leave on its own, gently place it in a box (covered with a cloth) before calling the helpline.

3. Dealing with a Bat Outdoors or Injured:
Contain the bat: If the bat is on the ground or appears injured, try to gently contain it in a box (covered with a cloth).
Keep it safe: Place the box in a quiet, warm, and safe place.
Call the helpline: Contact the National Bat Helpline for further advice and assistance.

4. Important Considerations:
Bats are protected:
It is illegal to deliberately kill, injure, disturb, or capture bats in the UK.

Don't touch bats:
Avoid touching or handling bats unless absolutely necessary. If you need to handle a bat, wear thick gloves.
Rabies:
While rabies is rare in UK bats, it's important to handle them with care and avoid direct contact.
Building works:
If you find a bat during building works, stop the work immediately and contact the Bat Conservation Trust for advice.

21/04/2025

⚠️ Contagious cough (also known as Kennel cough) is widespread, distressing and highly contagious ⚠️

Cases are seen frequently in unvaccinated dogs, caught from anywhere other dogs explore; the park, daycare, training classes, shared water bowls outside shops...

Yearly vaccination throughout life is the best way to protect your dog and reduce the spread. Check with your vet today if your dog’s vaccinations are up to date.

Don’t delay! Book your dog in for their vaccination by visiting our website.

18/04/2025

Chocolate, cooked bones, hot cross buns, and sugar-free sweets might be Easter favourites, but they can be toxic to dogs.

Keep your dog safe – and avoid an emergency trip to the vet – by keeping these foods well out of reach this Easter.

👉 Find out more about keeping your pet healthy: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/toxic-easter-food-fordogs

16/04/2025

Did you know even a small amount of raisins (or grapes) can be dangerous for dogs?

They can cause kidney failure, so it’s important to act fast if your dog eats any.

🚨 What to do if your dog eats raisins or grapes:

✔️Call your vet immediately. Don’t wait for symptoms
✔️If you can, tell them how much they’ve eaten

Signs of raisin poisoning include vomiting, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Even if your dog seems fine, seek
veterinary advice.

👉Read about more Easter hazards here:
https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/toxic-easter-food-fordogs

15/04/2025

EASTER WINNER

Congratulations to these two lovely pups your are the winners of our easter event.

Thank you all so very much for taking part, all of your furry friends are so incredibly cute.

14/04/2025

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫?

Our opening hours will be limited over the Easter Bank Holiday, so if your pet needs an appointment, parasite treatment, or a prescription, it’s best to sort it this week. 😊

Click the contact us button to book online!

11/04/2025

👨‍🎤Friday is here!💃

What are you doing this weekend? 🐩🚶‍♂️

Will you be taking your doggo on a new adventure? Please share your favourite place to take them, we love new ideas on where we can take our own!