Bay Tree Veterinary Centre Ltd

15/08/2025

National Check the Chip Day

Today serves as a reminder to pet owners to check that their pets microchip details are up to date. You can do this by visiting the website that your pets microchip is registered with or by calling them.

We can help if you're not sure who your pets microchip is registered with or if you need your pets microchip number. Speak to a member of reception who can check for you 📞

12/08/2025

🐾 New Facebook Cover Competition! 🐾

We’re looking for our August / September Facebook cover photo – and this month’s theme is pets who we have sadly lost. 💙

If you have a landscape photo of a much-loved pet who has sadly passed away, we’d love for you to share it with us. This is a beautiful way to remember and honor the special animals who have touched our lives. 🐶🐱🐰

🏆 Winner announced: Friday 15th August

The winning photo will be featured as our Facebook cover image for the month!

📸 To enter, simply share your photo in the comments below along with your pet’s name and a short tribute.

12/08/2025

🐾 Zillia’s Incredible Journey 🐾

From being found trapped in an abandoned building in France… to a safe and loving home in Worcestershire 💕

When Zillia was found, he weighed just 2.5kg — heartbreakingly underweight for her size.

Our nurse, Demi, carefully designed a delicate feeding programme using special nutrition to help her recover, while watching closely for Refeeding Syndrome — a dangerous condition that can occur when severely malnourished cats are fed too quickly after starvation. This condition can be fatal, so every step had to be done slowly and with great care.

Thanks to his new owners dedication Zillia has now:

✅ Gained strength and weight, she now weighs an amazing 6.92kg

✅ Passed all her health checks

✅ Got him his very own passport

✅ Moved into her new home with her loving new owners

08/08/2025

🎉RAFFLE TIME IN AID OF Forest Dog Rescue ! WIN A FREE 1-YEAR PRACTICE MEMBERSHIP WITH Bay Tree Veterinary Centre Ltd ! 🐾

We’re giving one lucky pet parent the chance to win a FREE 1-year membership for one pet to our Practice Plan! 🐶🐱

💚 What’s included?

✅ Vaccinations

✅ 6 monthly nurse health checks

✅Flea and worming treatment

✅Nail clips/ a**l gland checks

✅ Discounts on specified treatments

🎟️ How to Enter:

Please pop into Bay Tree Veterinary Centre to purchase a ticket.

Tickets are £1.00 each.

Card payment accepted.

All proceeds will be going to Forest Dog Rescue

The winning ticket will be drawn on Sunday 28th September at our open day at 2:00pm.

08/08/2025

International Cat Day

At Bay Tree Veterinary Practice, we are proud to care for your cats every day of the year. From kitten check-ups to senior wellness exams, we’re here to help them live their happiest, healthiest lives.

💡 Cat Tip: Don’t forget that even indoor cats need regular vet visits, enrichment activities, and dental care to thrive!

Here are some of our lovely staff pets and clients pets. Share a photo of your fabulous feline in the comments! 📸🐱

04/08/2025

International Assistance Dog Day 🐾

Today's post is on behalf of our lovely client Zena explaining how important assistant dogs are and how much they have impacted her life on a daily basis...

I am totally blind. I have no confidence in getting around using a white cane. The day I had my first guide dog was a life changing experience.

My first guide dog was a yellow Labrador named Amelie. She was such a sweet little girl and loved working. She gave me so much confidence so I was able to go into town and just generally get out of the house on my own.
She actually saved my life the one day as we started to cross a pedestrian crossing, which was our right of way, when a car shot across in front of us. She swiftly turned me around and got me back to the path without realising straightaway what she was doing. I definitely owe my life to her. That day made me realise how magnificent an assistance dog is.

She retired from working a week before her 11th birthday. We kept her as a pet until she was nearly 16 years old when we sadly lost her. She inspired me to run the London Marathon to raise money for Guide dogs.

My second guide dog was a Labrador cross golden retriever named Betsy. Whilst having Betsy, I went through some health issues and ended up in a wheelchair for a while but persevered and now with mobility problems have to use a crutch. Betsy soon adapted to this in a slightly different way and became both my guide dog and slightly assisted me when out and about with my balance problems. She had to retire earlier than normal because she had a tumor in her eye and had to have it removed. We still have her now as a pet dog, although she still tries to help me in all ways she can.

My third and current working guide dog is a black labrador named Yukiko. She was born in Japan, hence the unusual name, and her sister and her came over to England in a swap with Guide dogs from here in order to get new blood into the breed. Sadly, but lucky for me, they were not able to breed from her and put her through to guiding. Her sister has had her first litter of puppies for Guide dogs.I have only had her for a year so far but she is certainly stepping up to the mark along with her predecessors.

All three dogs have and are brilliant in the work they do, but you could not imagine how different each character has been and is. They have certainly changed my life and given me more confidence and I cannot speak highly enough of all the work and help they do.

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02/08/2025

28/07/2025

✈️🌎 Traveling with Your Pet? We’ve Got You Covered! 🐾📋

Planning a trip abroad with your furry friend? Whether it’s a domestic getaway or an international adventure, your pet needs a valid Animal Health Certificate — and we’re here to help!

To find out more information or to book an appointment please contact us on 01299 879847📞

27/07/2025

***Exciting news***
We are now working from our new premises 💚
We look forward to you all seeing it. It looks fabulous!
New address - 58 Mitton Street, Stourport on Severn, DY13 9AA. There is loats of parking and the barrier will be open during our working hours 😊

25/07/2025

Please everyone remember - we will be in our fantastic new premises on Monday 28th July! We can’t wait to see you there 🌳

24/07/2025

🐶✨ Post-Surgery Boredom Busters for Your Dog! ✨🐶

Just had your dog spayed or neutered? 🩺

While rest is essential for healing, recovery doesn’t have to be boring! Here are vet-approved, low-energy activities to keep your pup mentally stimulated without disrupting recovery:

🧠 Food Puzzles & Slow Feeders – Engage their brain with puzzle toys or treat-dispensing balls that encourage gentle movement and problem-solving.

🐾 Frozen Kongs – Stuff a Kong with peanut butter, canned dog food, or treats and freeze it. It keeps them busy and cool!

📚 Training Games – Practice gentle, non-physical commands like “sit,” “stay,” or “paw.” Short sessions = big mental workouts!

🛏️ Scent Work Indoors – Hide small treats in snuffle mats or around the room (no jumping!) to spark their natural sniffing instincts.

🎵 Soothing Sounds – Calming music or dog-friendly TV can help reduce anxiety and provide background comfort.

💤 Cuddle Time & Rest – Most importantly, allow plenty of time for naps and quiet bonding. Recovery is the priority. 🐾💖