Ayrshire Home Vet Care

14/04/2026

Thank you for explaining this difficult decision we make for our beloved companions

14/04/2026

Thank you Drmurrayhospicevet for explaining this difficult judgement we make for our beloved companions

23/03/2026

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With the glimpses of sunny spring weather please keep in mind adders coming out of hibernation when your dogs are off lead on the hills

🐍 Adders 🐍
Now that spring is finally here, we have started to notice an increase in calls regarding adder bites.

The adder (Vipera berus berus) is the only venomous snake native to the UK, and is also found across northern Europe. It is a protected species in the UK. Adders are most commonly, but not exclusively, found on dry, sandy heaths, sand dunes, rocky hillsides, moorlands and woodland edges. The clinical signs of an adder bite can include rapid and progressive swelling around the bite site, pain, lethargy, vomiting, bruising, bleeding and collapse.

What should you do if your pet has been bitten by an adder?
❌Do not panic.
❌Do not interfere with the bite.
❌Do not apply a tourniquet.
❌Do not attempt to touch or catch the snake.
❌Do not kill the snake – it is a protected species.
❌If practical, carry your dog to your car and go to your veterinary surgeon - do not delay seeking advice even if your pet is well as things can change quickly.

Adders are not aggressive and generally only bite when provoked. They hibernate in the winter and as a result most bites occur in the summer. Pets are frequently bitten on the leg, head or neck. If your pet has been bitten by an adder (even if you did not see the snake or are not sure what happened) – contact your vet immediately. Your vet will examine your pet to determine the location of the bite and extent of the swelling.

Veterinary professionals can call us any time on 02073 055 055 if required for assistance with managing cases of adder bites. We also hold a list of antivenom stockists across the UK. Please note that antivenom is not indicated in all cases.

12/03/2026

Update on availability
Unfortunately home visits will be unavailable on
Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March
Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd of March

Please use the contact form to enquire if you are worried about your pets end of life care.

Thank you to all the lovely families we have met recently trusting me to help their beloved pet sleep away peacefully at home

19/01/2026

Thank you to this lovely family we helped say goodbye at home for this gorgeous bunch of flowers.

24/12/2025

Christmas can be a bittersweet time for those missing a beloved pet. 💔

This festive season, we invite you to share a treasured memory of your furry friend, so we can celebrate their life and the joy they brought you.

No one should face the pain of pet loss alone - especially at Christmas. Our fully trained Pet Loss Support team is here to listen and help you. 👉 https://bit.ly/2S66BK9

24/12/2025

Thank you to all the families that have asked me to help their beloved pets pass peacefully at home in 2025

Wishing you a festive season full of love and joy

09/12/2025

I visited Lucy at home for a peaceful goodbye surrounded by her loving family. Her owner sent me this lovely thank you

Thank you again for making our Lucy’s departure the best that it could be. You were incredible and we will never forget you. You made the day the best it could be. So very heart wrenching at the time , but we look back, and although still very raw, we thank you for respecting us and our Lucy. After her 17 years she found her wings with dignity. Thank you from all our family

09/12/2025

We have made a Christmas donation to street vet to support the important work they do looking after the companions of people experiencing homelessness
Matchfunding available until the end of today

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day

Please reach out and talk to someone if you are low or struggling. The blue cross run a pet loss support line which has lots of different options

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-loss-support

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-help

02/10/2025

Please don’t risk throwing sticks for your dogs.