Meadow Hall Veterinary Practice

Meadow Hall Veterinary Practice We’re a down-to-earth, friendly independent veterinary surgery owned by local vet, Sophie Noble.

☀️Supporting Cats with Kidney disease during hot weather☀️ Cats with kidney disease lose the ability to concentrate thei...
29/05/2026

☀️Supporting Cats with Kidney disease during hot weather☀️

Cats with kidney disease lose the ability to concentrate their urine properly, meaning they pass more water than healthy cats. This makes them much more prone to dehydration — especially during hot weather.

Dehydration can make cats feel lethargic, reduce appetite, worsen nausea and place extra strain on the kidneys. Keeping your cat well hydrated helps support kidney function, comfort and overall wellbeing.

Small changes at home can make a big difference:
💧 Provide multiple fresh water bowls around the house. Cats may prefer drinking from a cat water fountain.
🍽️ Feed wet food to help increase fluid intake
🧊 Add ice cubes or chilled water to encourage drinking
🌬️ Keep your cat cool with shaded areas and good airflow
☀️Supportive products such as Oralade Advanced RF+ can help encourage fluid intake while providing essential electrolytes and nutritional support for cats with renal disease. We stock this in practice, pop in or get in touch if you would like a bottle for your cat.
🛏️ Offer cool resting spots such as tiled floors or cooling mats
🐱 Monitor appetite, energy levels and litter tray habits closely
🚫 Avoid stressful travel or overheating during the hottest parts of the day

If you notice vomiting, reduced appetite, weakness or increased lethargy, contact your vet.

22/05/2026

🚧 CLIENTS TRAVELLING TO US FROM THE NORTH – PLEASE NOTE 🚧

There are currently road closure signs on Coolham Road at the West Chiltington Road junction.

At present, you are still able to access the practice via Coolham Road into Thakeham.

Please allow a little extra time for your journey if travelling to us today. Thank you for your patience and understanding 🐾

🐾 Bank Holiday Reminder – Monday 4th May 🐾Just a quick reminder that we will be closed on Monday 4th May for the Early M...
29/04/2026

🐾 Bank Holiday Reminder – Monday 4th May 🐾

Just a quick reminder that we will be closed on Monday 4th May for the Early May Bank Holiday.

If your pet needs urgent care during this time, please contact South Downs Emergency Vets. https://southdownsemergencyvets.co.uk/

We’ll be back open as normal the following day.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope you have a lovely bank holiday! 🌼

The lovely Alvinette had a nurse blood pressure clinic to check for signs of hypertension🐾She was incredibly chilled abo...
27/04/2026

The lovely Alvinette had a nurse blood pressure clinic to check for signs of hypertension🐾

She was incredibly chilled about the whole situation — calmly sitting through her blood pressure check like it was just another part of her day 💖

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is often called a “silent condition” because many cats don’t show obvious signs early on. It’s most commonly seen in older cats and is frequently linked to underlying issues like kidney disease or hyperthyroidism.

Over time, untreated high blood pressure can damage delicate blood vessels around the body. One of the most noticeable effects can be sudden vision problems or even blindness due to retinal damage. It can also affect the heart, brain, and kidneys, making existing conditions worse.

Some signs to watch for include:
• Sudden changes in vision (bumping into things, dilated pupils)
• Behaviour changes (confusion, restlessness)
• Loss of appetite or weight
• Increased thirst or urination

The good news is that it’s relatively easy for your vet to check, and if caught early, it can often be managed with medication and regular monitoring.

Alvinette took it all in her stride and is now back to her usual routine — completely unbothered and probably wondering what all the fuss was about 🐱👑

Important Update for Pet Travel ✈️From 22nd April 2026, EU pet passports will no longer be valid for travel from the UK ...
21/04/2026

Important Update for Pet Travel ✈️

From 22nd April 2026, EU pet passports will no longer be valid for travel from the UK to the EU if your main residence is in the UK. Previously, pets with a valid EU pet passport could travel freely between the UK and EU countries, however, under APHA’s new regulations, EU pet passports will no longer be accepted for UK residents.

If you’re planning to travel with your pet, you will now need to obtain an Animal Health Certificate from an ‘Official Veterinarian’ (OV) for every trip. These certificates are valid for entry into the EU within 10 days of issue.

Please note:
• Your pet must have a current rabies vaccination
• If the rabies vaccine is not up to date, a 21-day waiting period is required after the vaccination has been given before an Animal Health Certificate can be issued

The cost of an Animal Health Certificate at Meadow Hall Vets is £145 for a single animal, plus £45 per additional animal.

If you have any questions or would like to book an appointment, please do not hesitate get in touch with us on 01798 817372.

🐾 Meet the lovely Simba 🐾Simba recently came in to see our vet Sophie for a routine health check. During Simba’s examina...
14/04/2026

🐾 Meet the lovely Simba 🐾

Simba recently came in to see our vet Sophie for a routine health check. During Simba’s examination, Sophie suspected he may have a Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesion (FORL) — a common but very painful dental condition in cats where the tooth structure slowly breaks down. Unfortunately, these lesions can be extremely difficult to detect with the naked eye alone, and many cats show very subtle signs at home.

Simba was then booked in for a dental procedure under general anaesthetic so that we could take dental X-rays and remove the affected tooth if required.

Once Simba was safely under anaesthetic, we performed full-mouth dental radiographs, which confirmed a resorptive lesion affecting one of his teeth. Dental X-rays allow us to:
✔️ Identify hidden dental disease below the gumline
✔️ Assess tooth roots before extraction
✔️ Detect additional affected teeth not visible clinically
✔️ Ensure complete removal of diseased roots

Simba’s affected tooth was carefully removed, and he recovered smoothly from his procedure. Most importantly — his source of pain is now gone, and he’s already feeling much more comfortable.

Cats are masters at hiding discomfort, and dental disease is one of the most common yet overlooked causes of chronic pain.

Well done, Simba — you were a superstar throughout your visit 💙🐱

If you’ve noticed changes in your cat’s eating, behaviour, or breath, it may be worth having their teeth checked.

With Easter just around the corner, we wanted to share our opening times over the bank holiday weekend.Please ensure you...
31/03/2026

With Easter just around the corner, we wanted to share our opening times over the bank holiday weekend.

Please ensure you are fully stocked up on your pets' medications in plenty of time before this Friday!

If you require emergency veterinary care or advice whilst we are closed, please contact our out of hours service provider South Downs Emergency Vets 01903 746028

Wishing all our patients and clients a healthy and happy Easter!

27/02/2026

EARLY CLOSURE MONDAY 2ND MARCH

Due to staff shortages unfortunately we'll be closing at 6pm, a little earlier than usual, on Monday 2nd March.

We're very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

If your pet requires emergency or urgent treatment whilst we are closed, please contact our out-of-hours provider, South Downs Emergency Vets.

You can still order medications and book appointments via our website, or please drop us an email on [email protected]

Many thanks for your patience.

The Meadow Hall Vets Team

We will be closing at 5pm on Thursday 12th February for staff training.If you require urgent advice or veterinary care w...
10/02/2026

We will be closing at 5pm on Thursday 12th February for staff training.

If you require urgent advice or veterinary care whilst we are closed, please call us: 01798 817372.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Meet the lovely Brock - He was so well behaved for his nail clip with our student veterinary nurse Saoirse 💙🐾
04/02/2026

Meet the lovely Brock - He was so well behaved for his nail clip with our student veterinary nurse Saoirse 💙🐾

Address

3 Abingworth Crescent
Thakeham
RH203GW

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 9am - 11:59am

Telephone

+441798817372

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