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A caring, dedicated and professional team providing veterinary services to the pets of Stevenage and surrounding villages.

Roebuck Veterinary Group is an established two-center RCVS accredited veterinary practice serving the pets of Stevenage and its surrounding villages in Hertfordshire. We are proud to offer a comprehensive range of services for our patients and clients at both our Veterinary Hospital in Great Ashby and our branch surgery at Roebuck Gate, along with a 24 hour emergency service staffed by our own vets and nurses for our registered clients at our hospital facilities.

21/04/2026

This handsome boy is Ralph, who came in today for his castrate. He was feeling a little nervous, so he arrived with some gabapentin and trazodone on board to help keep him calm. His nurse Leah made sure he felt safe and comfortable in his kennel.

Ralph, however, much preferred being close to the action, so we set him up with a cozy spot in our prep area where he could hang out until it was time for surgery.

We’re wishing Ralph a smooth and speedy recovery, and we can’t wait to give him plenty of cuddles at his post-operative check 💚🐾

04/04/2026

That Easter weekend feeling 🐣🐰

03/04/2026

Another year of the Easter Bunny spoiling our lovely nurse consults! 🐰💚
Our goodie bags were a big hit—we love treating your fur babies and showing our appreciation for the trust you place in us to care for them 🐾

30/03/2026

As the Easter weekend approaches, we wanted to remind you all of things to avoid around this time which are hazardous and toxic to our pets:

🍫 Chocolate: all chocolate contains theobromine which is toxic to pets
💐 Lillie’s: these are extremely toxic to our feline friends causing rapid kidney failure
🧺 Easter grass: can cause serious blockage if ingested
🍇 Raisins/grapes: can also cause kidney damage if ingested
🍬 Xylitol: contained in all sweets, if ingested can lead to hypoglycaemia and potentially liver failure
🥩 High fat meat: if ingested, can cause pancreatitis
🌷 Spring bulbs: the bulb is the most toxic part to pets, can cause gastrointestinal symptoms
🦴 Bones: if ingested can cause obstruction and perforation
🪰 Mouldy food: contains microtoxins which can cause to severe illness

If you notice your pet has been in contact with any of these items and has been showing signs such as: vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, respiratory distress or inappetence please contact us immediately on 01438 745833💚

25/03/2026

Meet lovely Cooper ❤️

Cooper belongs to Leah, one of our Registered Veterinary Nurses. While on holiday in the beautiful Lake District, he suddenly became very poorly.

They very quickly realised what had happened once he had been sick and brought up chicken bones and plastic— proof that these accidents can even happen to us! Cooper then became very quiet, stopped eating, and passed black, tarry diarrhoea which is also known as melena. Leah quickly noticed his gums were extremely pale and that he needed urgent care.

Cooper was rushed to a fantastic local vets where he was checked for internal bleeding and foreign body obstructions (all came back clear). They then stabilised him enough to travel back to Great Ashby. Back with us he had lots of scans, blood tests, fluid therapy and most importantly lots of care, cuddles, and TLC from his Roebuck family🫶🏼

The good news ✨
Cooper is now back to his cheeky self! He’s still having regular blood tests to make sure his anaemia continues to improve, but he’s well on the road to recovery.

A little reminder to keep a close eye on curious pups — they can get into mischief when we least expect it!
Also, if you’re taking your pet away always know where the nearest vet practice is to you!

13/03/2026

🐾 The Case of the Missing Mat: Olive’s Big Adventure!

Meet Olive, a gorgeous 4-month-old Labrador who recently reminded us that being a puppy is hard work—especially when your stomach thinks everything is a snack! 🦴

Olive came to see us in quite a bit of distress after she started yelping in pain on her walk. It turned out a sharp, chunky piece of rubber mat she’d chewed off was trying to make its exit. Poor Olive was understandably very worried and sore!

✨ Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
To make sure Olive stayed comfortable, vet Bethan decided a little "puppy nap" (sedation) was the kindest way to help. While student nurse Ellie monitored Olive’s sedation closely and kept her safe, Bethan was able to carefully remove the sharp object without causing Olive any more stress or pain.

By using sedation, we were able to:
*Remove the Stress:* Olive didn’t have to feel frightened while we worked.
*Ensure Safety:* We could be precise and gentle, checking for any internal inflammation.
*Create Happy Memories:* Because she slept through the "scary" part, she woke up feeling like a million pounds!

💖 A Practice Favourite
The result? Olive didn’t just feel better—she felt like the star of the show! She bonded so closely with nurse Sarah that she practically didn't want to leave.
She was so unfazed by her experience that she came bouncing back for her recheck with a wagging tail!🐕
Not only was she excited to see her clinical team, but she made sure to stop by and say a very enthusiastic hello to our receptionists and practice Manager—especially when she realised they might have a sneaky gravy bone waiting for her! 🦴

⚠️ A Friendly Labrador Reminder:
If it’s on the floor, it’s probably on the menu! Keep a close eye on those rubber mats and chew toys, as puppy teeth can be surprisingly strong.
We are thrilled to give Olive the official all-clear. We’ll miss your cuddles, Olive (though we think the team might try to sneak you home if you visit again!).

12/03/2026

Meet the lovely Storm, showing how we enrich the stay of our rabbit patients 🐰

With the cat ward empty, we took the opportunity to let him enjoy some supervised free roaming and a chance to stretch his legs.

Storm was admitted with gut stasis, but after 24 hours of supportive care including supplemented feeds, fluid therapy, gut stimulants, and pain relief he made a full recovery!

He was an absolute pleasure to treat and had us all wrapped around his little paws 💚

05/03/2026

Baby season is almost here! 🌷

Over the coming weeks, you’re likely to spot fledgling birds, fox cubs, baby hedgehogs and many other young wild animals exploring the world for the first time.

While they may look vulnerable, it’s really important to know when to step in — and when to stand back.

🌸 Avoid touching wildlife unless you’ve monitored from a distance for several hours and you’re certain mum hasn’t returned.
🌼 Not all birds nest in trees — some nest on the ground, so always check carefully before assuming a baby bird has been abandoned.
🌷 Leave eggs and nests alone unless they’ve been unattended for over 24 hours and you’ve been closely observing from afar.
🌱 Always wear gloves if handling is absolutely necessary, both for your safety and theirs.

If you find injured wildlife or a young animal you’re genuinely concerned about, please contact your local wildlife rescue or your vet for advice before intervening.

Sometimes the kindest thing we can do is simply give nature space 🩷

04/03/2026

Showing off our super cute Nurses Board! 🌸

With spring officially upon us, we’ve updated it with lots of helpful seasonal information to keep you and your pets one step ahead as the weather changes. From springtime tips to important reminders, it’s all there for you to have a read.

Make sure you take a little look when you’re visiting our lovely nurses

03/03/2026

This is Nikki, one of our long-standing nurses here at Great Ashby Vets. This year, she’s taking on the incredible challenge of the London Marathon in support of the amazing charity StreetVet. 🩷

Nikki is an exceptionally passionate veterinary nurse who truly believes that everyone deserves access to veterinary care, no matter their circumstances.

If you’re able to support Nikki and this wonderful charity, her fundraising page is linked in this post. Any donation, big or small, would mean the world.

We’ll also be hosting a cake sale nearer the time to help boost her fundraising efforts — so keep your eyes peeled (and your sweet tooth ready)! 🧁👀

https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/nikki-wilson-9c3ea

26/02/2026

This is Mazzy, who visited us today for her routine scale and polish 🦷✨ Keeping on top of your pet’s dental health is so important — regular professional cleans help prevent dental disease and can reduce the risk of painful (and costly) extractions in the future.

Here she is showing off her sparkling pearly whites after her clean… finished, of course, with bubblegum-flavoured toothpaste! 💚

Did you know that when you join our Healthy Pet Club, you can get fixed-price scale and polishes for just £250? It’s a simple way to stay on top of your pet’s oral health while spreading the cost.

If you’d like to know more, just get in touch — we’re always happy to help keep those tails wagging and those smiles shining! 🐾

20/02/2026

✨Meet Bronson!✨

This gorgeous young man is a 3 month old Cane Corso who visited us for a health check and vaccination.

As you can imagine, he was a huge hit with all the staff, who could resist that face?!

We look forward to watching him grow up and seeing him again at future visits 🥰🐾

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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 20:00
Thursday	08:00 - 20:00
Friday	08:00 - 20:00
Saturday	08:00 - 17:00
Sunday	09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+441438745833

Website

http://www.roebuckvets.co.uk/

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