Potton Vets

18/05/2026

It’s been a lovely afternoon!!
Two kittens!! Saffy and Poppy who were adorable!! They had great fun looking around the reception desk!!
Then came Frankie!!! Look at those crossed paws!!
❤️❤️❤️

15/05/2026

So today’s marks an end of an era.
Steph our wonderful receptionist is retiring!!
But don’t worry, Steph’s replacement is ready for action!!! Buster the dog will be happy to greet you!!!!!
We will miss you so much Steph!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

05/05/2026

New EU rules for Pet Travel for GB residents.

From Wednesday 22nd April 2026 new EU rules have come into effect covering how GB residents can travel to the EU.

GB residents should no longer use EU pet passports to travel to the EU.

EU pet passports may now only be issued to people whose main home is in the EU and should not be used by people who have holiday homes in the EU.

Individual member states may have specific pet travel requirements and pet owners should always check before travel.

Animal Health Certificates (AHC’s) now last longer once you arrive, but they are still single use.

If someone else travels with your pet, extra paperwork is needed. If the owner is not travelling with the pet, the pet must travel within five days of the owner and the person accompanying the animal must carry written permission from the owner. This permission must travel with the pets travel document.

There is a new five pet limit per private vehicle.

We urge you to check the www.gov.uk/defra.co.uk
before you travel.

01/05/2026

🐾 New blog: PennHIP Testing for Dogs
Are you a dog breeder looking for a more accurate way to assess hip health?
Our latest blog explains how PennHIP testing can provide earlier, more objective insight into hip joint laxity — helping breeders better understand hip health and make informed decisions for the future.
Dr Alan Shackleton at Potton Vets is one of a small number of individually PennHIP-accredited veterinary surgeons in the UK.
Read the full blog here:
https://www.pottonvets.co.uk/pennhip-testing-for-dogs-better-hip-screening-for-breeders/

Discover why PennHIP is a powerful tool for canine hip evaluation, helping dog breeders assess hip laxity and make more informed breeding decisions.

27/04/2026

Even a holiday involves homework when you're a vet! 📚🐾

René and Alan spent two days of their break last week at VETcpd Live in Bath — one of the UK's leading veterinary continuing education conferences. Held in the gorgeous surroundings of Bath's Guildhall, the programme covered useful topics from FIP diagnosis to feline cardiology, diabetes management, anaemia, dentistry and beyond.

Keeping up to date isn't optional in veterinary medicine — it's how we make sure our patients always benefit from the best current thinking and practice.

We're back, refreshed, and full of new ideas. 💡

27/04/2026

We would all like to wish Murphy happy 9th birthday!!!
How cute is he ❤️❤️❤️

23/04/2026

Meet Wilbur!! Just 9 weeks old. He came to us today for his 1st vaccines and got lots of cuddles!!
If you are thinking of getting a puppy remember we are an independent family run Vets. We value our clients human and animal kind!! Call the practice on 01767 260007 to talk to a member of the team.

16/04/2026

Check out our new practice on King Street in Potton.
If you want to register with an independent family run vets, call us on 01767 260007 to speak to a member of the team.

16/04/2026

Who agrees that Murphy looks smart in his new hat? He kept it on all day!!! ❤️❤️

11/04/2026

So, who can tell me where Murphy is this week?? I think an easy one!!!

Don’t forget, Potton Vets has now moved into the new practice opposite Tesco’s. We now have client parking along with separate cat & dog waiting rooms, and recovery wards, a dedicated X-ray suite, dental room and more space in general. Give us a call if you would like to register your pet. 01767 260007 🥰