The Newbury Vet Nurse

08/09/2024

*Owner found* This dog was found this morning on the A343 in Highclere. Please call us if she is yours, proof of ownership required. 01635 47170

04/09/2024

A great article by the Blue Cross UK about separation anxiety and on some ideas on how to help! 💡

Separation anxiety is one of the most common behavioural issues dogs need help with. 💔 Dogs are social animals, and some really struggle with being alone for short periods of time.

With many going back to work or school after the holidays, it's important to watch for signs and gradually help your dog get used to being alone for short periods before leaving them for longer stretches.

More expert advice here 👉 https://bit.ly/3Boxhyj

03/09/2024

It's been a while since my posting on here, we have been enjoying the summer holidays!

Now some routine is coming back in full swing, I am more available to you all!

Please find below my services that I can offer.

Would you be interested in microchipping at home? Keeping in mind, for pups/kittens you would still need to go to vets for first vaccinations and health checks so is usually done at the same time. Let me know either way in the comments! It is now a legal requirement to have all dogs and cats microchipped in the UK.

I am available most weekday evenings after 4.30pm and some Friday day appointments- drop me a message to discuss when works for you!

Thanks so much 😁

15/07/2024

zumi app is one of the ways you can book my services!

28/06/2024

"She is doing what to our nails?!" 🤣

Managed to catch this funny photo after these two spaniels had their nails cut and were impeccably well behaved!

They also had two older terrier friends whose nails were much longer. They also had a much needed nail trim today to help with their mobility.

20/06/2024

Now the sunshine has actually appeared, this is always handy to know!

Is it pavement too hot for your dog? 🤔

Save our vet guide for later.

05/06/2024

Loki had his nails trimmed the other day with me. As he is such a happy waggy boy, sometimes his nails can scratch, so we took the tips off to help with this.

He was an absolute star patient and very much enjoyed a tasty treat after 🐶

How gorgeous is he?!

23/05/2024

As Registered Veterinary Nurses we have to complete CPD hours each year to help keep our knowledge up to date!

Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2024 💚

All RVNs are registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons — Setting, upholding and advancing the educational, ethical and clinical standards of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses.

21/05/2024

A great explanation here!

Drop me a message or give me a call if you need a hand with cutting your pets nails!

Nail trimming is essential for maintaining good health. If a dog's nails are allowed to grow, they will curl over into a spiral shape; walking will become increasingly painful. Uncut nails may curl so far that they pierce the paw pad, leading to infection and debilitating pain.
Ideally, you shouldn't be able to hear their claws on the floor when they walk! 🐕

17/05/2024

🐱COMPULSORY MICROCHIPPING FOR CATS FROM 10TH JUNE🐱

Microchipping your cat gives them the best chance of being identified and returned to you if they go wandering off!

🐾 Cats must have a chip implanted before the age of 20 weeks old.
️🐾 Contact details stored and kept up to date in a pet microchipping database.
🐾 After this date, owners will be given 21 days to get their cat chipped or face a fine of up to £500 if they don’t comply.

Even though I don't offer this microchipping service, please book any unchipped cats as soon as you can!

New legislation laid in Parliament today introducing mandatory cat microchipping

04/04/2024

The beautiful Sunny had her nails clipped today!

She didn't have much off as she has quite long quicks (the blood supply to the nail, we don't want to catch that!) and does some pavement walking to help her nail length anyway!

Benefits of regular nail clips include:
- reduced risk of injury as they don't catch as often!
- Help their mobility for elderly patients with arthritis
- If they are a 'jumper upper' - they can cause less scratch marks all over you!

20/03/2024

💛Today is Dogs In Yellow Day, a day to raise awareness of what it means when you see a dog in yellow and to recognise that some dogs struggle in public spaces.💛

If you see a dog in yellow, please help them by giving them space, and give the owner a little smile if you can 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛