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A new breed of family run vets in Swadlincote, South Derbyshire. Find us at the new look Waterloo House, Swadlincote.
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Bright Side Vets is a new breed of veterinary practice offering comprehensive & affordable pet care. With our trusted team, who believe in whole of life care (not just treatment for poorly pets), you can be assured of excellence in customer service and fair pricing.

13/11/2026

Tech Troubles - Please bear with us 🙊

We are experiencing a few IT issues this morning and are unable to access our emails.

We're doing our best get everything back up and running as soon as possible however if you need us urgently please contact us by phone, Whatsapp or Facebook 👇

Swadlincote: 📱01283 617 020 / 💬 07480 543 440
Tamworth: 📱01827 215300 / 💬 07488 897 519

In the mean time here's a picture of some little bears who aren't too happy about the technical problems and the chaos they've been causing!

12/11/2026

Celebrating Senior Pets – we don't do it enough! 🐾

Our faithful, loyal companions that are with us through the good times and the bad 💜

Once playful, bouncy youngsters, like us, as they get older they start to feel aches and pains too, but they keep them well hidden.

That's why it's super important to be aware of their needs (even if they don't show it) as they get older.

November is National Senior Pet Month and we've got some super exciting news for our golden oldies to share with you soon 👀

👇 We want to see your beautiful grey muzzles! Share a photo of your senior pet in the comments below and tell us their age!

11/11/2026

At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them

To those that served with both 2 and 4 legs, thank you 🌺💜

10/11/2026

🐶 Warning: serious puppy cuteness incoming! 🐾

We recently welcomed 9 super cute Labrador puppies to our Swadlincote practice when they came to see Vet Chris for their 14-point health check and first vaccinations before heading off to their new forever homes.

Along with their amazing mum, Ruby, that is a total of 40 perfect paws causing adorable puppy chaos in our consultation room!

Did you know our puppy packs include all the essentials to get your furry friend off to the best possible start?

• First and second vaccinations
• Microchip & 4 weeks free pet insurance
• 1 month of flea and worm treatment
• 15% off neutering (when ready)
• Tasty food to take home

📞 Call our friendly team today to book your pup's first appointment.

08/11/2026

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them 🌺💜

07/11/2026

🍂 It's the weekend, time to relax, recharge and enjoy crisp Autumn walks with your best friend!

Here's our Animal Care Assistant, Maisie's gorgeous Dachshund, Walter enjoying his walk amidst lots of crunchy leaves!

🐾 Whilst we love getting out and about with our 4 legged friends, it's important to keep an eye out for common hazards on our walks such as mushrooms, conkers and acorns. Ingesting even a small amount of these rural hazards could make your furry friend unwell!

We'd love to see your pups out and about, safely enjoying Autumn fun – drop your snaps in the comments below 👇

04/11/2026

🎆Fireworks season – keeping our fur babies safe

With fireworks season just around the corner, it's important to remember that whilst we may love the pretty lights and exciting bangs fireworks make, for many of our furry friends it's a terribly anxiety inducing time.

Here are a few top tips to minimise the stress your fur babies feel this bonfire night:

💤Create a safe space or a ‘den’ in a quiet, calm area with their favourite toys and bedding can help them feel secure

🎶Start playing a background noise well before the fireworks start – TV or gentle music can help mask loud bangs. Some radio stations and Youtube channels have dedicated playlists.

🚪Keep doors, windows, and cat flaps securely closed to prevent escapes

🐾Walk dogs earlier in the day before fireworks start

🍖Offer long-lasting chews or toys to distract and comfort them.

If your fur baby finds bonfire night particularly hard, our team can offer advice and support on a variety of calming medications that can help them feel more at ease.

Pop us a message or give us a call to find out more, together we can help make your fur baby feel as secure as possible ✨

03/11/2026

💜 Purple Poppies – We wear them with pride

As we approach Remembrance Sunday, it's important that we honour not only the brave men and women that fought for their country, but also the 1000's of animals that fought alongside our brave Soldiers on the front line.

By wearing a Purple Poppy alongside our traditional red Poppy we pay our respects to the brave men and women and their 4 legged comrades who bravely gave their tomorrow for our today 🕊️

Here at Bright Side Vets, we are proud to honour the fallen and support the charities aided by the money raised from the sale of Purple Poppies.

Make sure to pop in to practice and purchase yours before Remembrance Sunday (8th November) and join us as we thank not only the selfless men and women who served, but also their loyal 4 legged comrades.

Lest we forget — and may we never forget them, too 🐾

29/10/2026

🐈‍⬛🧙‍♀️ BLACK CATS, WITCHES & A LITTLE HALLOWEEN MAGIC! 🎃✨

Have you ever wondered why black cats have become such an iconic symbol of Halloween? 👻

Well, gather round, because these mysterious little felines have quite the purr-anormal past! 🐾

🧙‍♀️ A WITCH'S FAMILIAR?

During the Middle Ages, black cats became associated with witchcraft. Folklore suggested they were witches' companions, known as familiars, and some even believed witches could transform themselves into black cats!

🍀 BAD LUCK… OR GOOD FORTUNE?

Despite their spooky reputation, black cats haven't always been considered unlucky!

In Scottish folklore, a black cat appearing on your doorstep was believed to bring prosperity, while sailors once welcomed black cats aboard their ships as symbols of good luck and protection. ⛵

🐈‍⬛ THE REAL MAGIC OF BLACK CATS

Of course, we know there's nothing sinister about these gorgeous, velvet-coated companions!

Sadly, outdated superstitions have contributed to black cats sometimes being overlooked in rescue centres.

Here at Bright Side Vets, we think the only thing supernatural about black cats is their ability to steal our hearts! 💚

📸 CALLING ALL BLACK CAT OWNERS! 🐈‍⬛

We want to see your beautiful little shadows!

Whether they're mysterious midnight prowlers, professional lap warmers or mischievous little house panthers, share a photo of your black cat in the comments below! 👇🖤

Let's fill our comments with black cat magic this Halloween! ✨

After all, the only bad luck is not having a black cat to love! 🐈‍⬛💚

Address

49 West Street
Swadlincote
DE119DN

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441283617020

Website

http://www.brightsidevets.com/

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