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DS McGregor & Partners - Farm Page D.S. McGregors & Partners is dedicated to serving the agricultural community in Caithness.

Thanks to all those who came along to our pre-housing meeting yesterday. We heard two excellent talks on calf respirator...
22/08/2025

Thanks to all those who came along to our pre-housing meeting yesterday. We heard two excellent talks on calf respiratory disease as well as an update on testing for fluke in cattle & sheep. Please get in touch to find out more if you missed it or would like to discuss anything that was covered.

Just 2 days to go now, don’t forget to book your place!
19/08/2025

Just 2 days to go now, don’t forget to book your place!

17/08/2025

🚨BLUETONGUE WEBINAR 🚨

📅 Monday Aug 18, 7:00 PM

SRUC, in conjunction with the APHA and Boehringer Ingelheim are bringing and update on the current situation with Bluetongue (BTV-3) to farmers across Scotland and the borders. This has come about at the request of societies societies working with small family farms, native and rare breeds, smallholdings, and crofts - but all sizes of farm are, as ever, very welcome!

Hosted by Caroline Robinson, Veterinary Investigation Officer with SRUC, with input from Dr Amy Jennings, a Veterinary Lead in the Animal Plant Health Agency (APHA) and Dr Ciara Mackay, who is a Veterinary Adviser for Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK which produces the Bultavo-3 vaccine.

The webinar is designed to give farmers an overview of the disease and insights into the risk and what they can do to protect their livestock.

Register at the link https://tinyurl.com/BTV-3SRUC

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Just over 1 week to go, book your place now!
13/08/2025

Just over 1 week to go, book your place now!

Bluetongue Situation Our veterinary team has prepared a brief guide on the current bluetongue situation in Scotland, inc...
16/06/2025

Bluetongue Situation

Our veterinary team has prepared a brief guide on the current bluetongue situation in Scotland, including key information for animal owners. Visit https://dsmcg.co.uk/farm-vets/ to see the guide.

Please note: the bluetongue situation is evolving, and guidance may change frequently. For the most up-to-date information, we strongly recommend checking the Scottish Government website regularly.

🚨 High Nematodirus Risk in Caithness🚨The warm spring has triggered an early Nematodirus hatch, and Caithness is currentl...
15/05/2025

🚨 High Nematodirus Risk in Caithness🚨

The warm spring has triggered an early Nematodirus hatch, and Caithness is currently at VERY HIGH risk

🐑 Lambs aged 6–8 weeks are especially vulnerable—cases of acute nematodirosis have already been confirmed elsewhere in Scotland.
🌱 Fields grazed by young lambs last year are likely to carry the highest risk.
⚠️ Watch for sudden illness or scour in lambs. Deaths can occur rapidly.
💊 White drenches (BZ) remain effective, please contact us if you wish to discuss wormer choice with one of our vets

📍 Check the full SCOPS forecast here: scops.org.uk/forecasts/nematodirus-forecast

06/05/2025

𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐰𝐞𝐬– Know the Cause, Protect the Future 🐑

Have you had empty ewes or aborted pregnancies this season?

The MSD FlockCheck Scheme offers a valuable opportunity to get to the root of the problem — by testing for the two most common infectious causes:
🦠 Toxoplasmosis and 🦠 Enzootic Abortion (EAE).

🩸Through a simple blood sample from barren or aborted ewes, we can help determine if either of these diseases is affecting your flock.🩸

✅ Eligibility: Open to farmers with 100 or more breeding ewes.
🗓️ Deadline: Sampling must be completed by 30th June.

Understanding the cause of abortion now means better prevention and planning for next season.

📞 Contact Donald S McGregor and Partners Ltd today to book your flock in

03/05/2025

At Donald S McGregor and Partners, we know that a successful breeding season starts with a healthy bull. 🐂 That’s why we recommend a Bull MOT before breeding—ensuring your bull's semen quality is up to par for the best results.🔬

Don’t leave it to chance—get your bull tested today to guarantee healthy, productive offspring tomorrow!

☎️Contact us to schedule your bull’s MOT and to ask about 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 available for this procedure💷

29/04/2025

🌸🌼 Calling all garden lovers and floral fanatics! 🌼🌸

Caithness Show 2025 is just around the corner and whether you're a seasoned grower or a first-time exhibitor, this year’s show promises to be blooming brilliant. From prize-worthy patio planters to dazzling delphiniums, there's a class for every green thumb.

🌟 Highlights include:

- Children's mini-farm and an emoji made of flowers
- Floral Art
- Pot Plants and Cut Flowers
- Special Section “All Creatures Great & Small”, an arrangement celebrating 60 years of D S McGregor & Partners - Thurso and Wick Vets

📖 Download the full schedule here:https://www.caithnessshow.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Flower-Show-Schedule-2025.pdf

Tag your gardening gang and start planning your entries – let’s make this the most colourful Caithness Show yet! 🌺💐

11/04/2025

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁-𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁 – 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗦 𝗠𝗰𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿 & 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 (𝗪𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵)

Our independent, employee-owned company is looking for a friendly and professional part-time receptionist to join our team.
As the first point of contact for our clients, you will play a key role in providing excellent customer service.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Welcoming clients and their pets with a warm and professional manner
• Handling phone calls, booking appointments and managing queries
• Processing payments and maintaining accurate client records
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the practice

We are looking for someone who is:
• Friendly, approachable, and confident with dealing with clients and their pets
• Organised, with good attention to details
• Comfortable with using computers and leaning new systems
• Able to work well as part of a team in a busy environment
• Previous receptionist or customer service experience is essential

What we offer:
• Hours are 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday, Tuesday & Friday
• Salary dependent on experience
• 17.5 days annual leave
• Private medical insurance

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected].
Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd May 2025

🐑Nematodirus Risk – Moderate Risk 🐑We’re currently seeing a moderate risk of Nematodirus in our area. This primarily aff...
07/04/2025

🐑Nematodirus Risk – Moderate Risk 🐑

We’re currently seeing a moderate risk of Nematodirus in our area. This primarily affects early born lambs, especially those grazing pasture used by lambs last spring.
Although the majority of lambs will not be grazing yet a sharp rise in temperature can trigger a mass hatching of eggs – so keep an eye on the weather and forecast on the SCOPS website below.

https://www.scops.org.uk/forecasts/nematodirus-forecast/

If you have any concerns or want advice on preventative treatments, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the practice.

Address

Janet Street
Thurso
KW147EG

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm

Telephone

+441847892387

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