Harris, Hill & Gibbons Veterinary - Westbury

25/07/2025

Please be aware we have had to close our Westbury practice today due to an internet outage. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. If you require urgent assistance please call our Warminster practice on 01985 823546 or Trowbridge on 01225 760630 The phone lines are diverted to our Trowbridge practice should you need to contact us. Thank you for your understanding

24/07/2025

🌟 Giuseppe is a special pet of the month 🌟 He belongs to Jamie our fantastic receptionist here at Harris Hill & Gibbons! ☎️

He first presented to us in April when his owners noticed he was jaundiced (yellow discolouration of the skin). He was otherwise completely well in himself. 🐱

A blood test revealed he was severely anaemic. His bloods were sent to a specialist to evaluate whether his anaemia was regenerative- his body is making new red blood cells but cannot keep up with demand vs his body his not making new red blood cells. 🩸

Amongst other tests this helped us with his diagnosis of IMHA (immune mediated haemolytic anaemia). Giuseppe’s immune system is mistakenly attacking and destroying his own red blood cells- but he can make new RBCs, just not quick enough. 🏥

We started him on aggressive steroid treatment to try and suppress his immune system, so that the body could generate new blood cells without his immune system then attacking them. Unfortunately, this alone was only able to maintain his current very low RBC count but not increase it. 🐈

Since then, he has been on multiple treatment trials and is currently on a combination of steroids and another potent immunosuppressive. 💊

He is not out of the woods yet but is able to maintain his current red blood cell count and his body has learnt to cope with this. 🩸

Throughout, he has been the kindest and bravest cat we know and never holds a grudge. Despite weekly bloods for the past 3 months so this is very much well deserved!! 💉

Well done Giuseppe, we all think you’re amazing! 🧡💛💚

21/07/2025

We have had a black, female kitten approximately 10 weeks old handed in to our Warminster practice today.
If you believe this to be your pet or know anyone who may be missing a kitten matching this description please call either;
Warminster on 01985 213522
Trowbridge (if out of hours) on 01225 760630

09/07/2025

📹 Behind the scenes! 📹

We thought we’d show you a sneak peak of what happens past reception and our consulting rooms! 🏥

The wonderful Norman owned by our Head Nurse Bex, was surgically castrated last week. This was at our Bradford on Avon branch by our amazing vet Kirsten. Bex monitored his anaesthetic throughout the procedure and kept him warm and snuggled under a blanket while he was recovering and he’s definitely back to his normal crazy self! 🐶

You can chat with any of our friendly reception team, to book in a free of charge pre-neutering check, with one of our vets at any of our 4 branches! ☎️

29/06/2025

We have had a stray cat handed in at our Trowbridge practice. He is an elderly male neutered boy found in Trowbridge and He is not microchipped.

If this is your cat please call us on 01225 760630

18/06/2025

‼️Stray cat‼️ we’ve had a stray cat that is not microchipped handed into our Trowbridge practice. They look no older than 6 month old we suspect female with calico colouring. If this is your pet please call us on 01225760630. Proof of ownership will be required.

18/06/2025

⭐ Maria - Registered Veterinary Nurse ⭐

We wanted to celebrate with you all the wonderful news that after all her hard work Maria is now a fully Qualified RVN 🩺

Maria wanted to tell you abit about herself and why she chose to train to be an RVN:

‘I have always cared for animals; I used to help with my cat’s daily medication. 💊 I actually ended up working at the vets he was treated at when I first started my nursing journey.

My clinical nursing interests include small mammal care and medical nursing/inpatient care. 🐁 🐹

I have the most amazing pet rats at home which take up a majority of my spare time, but I do also enjoy attending music concerts and computer gaming! ‘ 🐀 🎶 🖥️

We are just simply overjoyed to see Maria doing what she loves and your little tiny furries are in the best hands when she is around!

Well done from all of us at HHG! 🥳

17/06/2025

We hope everyone has a great time! 🥳

Big thank you to Harris Hill and Gibbons vets for this wonderful hamper of pet gifts for the Westbury Festival Fundraising quiz raffle. For your chance to win this prize and the many other fabulous prizes donated by local businesses you’ll need to buy a raffle ticket on the night. It’s not too late to enter a team and if you want to come along on your own and join a team all are welcome. The quiz is taking place The Laverton this Friday 20 June at 7.30 pm. Complete the online form below or email [email protected] to enter.

17/06/2025

🌟 Zeze is our next pet of the month! 🌟

Zeze first presented to us beginning of April with vomiting, lethargy and abdominal pain. Treating her with anti-nausea and pain relief made no improvement therefore we started diagnostics. 👩‍⚕️ 👨‍⚕️

On an ultrasound scan it revealed changes to her pancreas with material like foreign bodies in her stomach. She underwent surgery to remove this material and check the rest of the abdomen. 🚨

It revealed severe inflammation of the pancreas in which we were worried the tissue was dying.
We initially struggled to control Zeze’s pain levels. She was on multiple continuous rate infusions for pain relief. 💉

These made her sleepy and therefore she was reluctant to eat. To be able to heal the intestines we needed food in her asap. We therefore placed an oesophagostomy tube (feeding tube straight into oesophagus) to be able to give her liquid foods every 4 hours. 🕰️

Zeze was hospitalised for 9 days until we could control her pain levels with oral medications and send her home. She was able to be discharged with her feeding tube in and her owner feed her every 4 hours at home. 🏥

Zeze was a model patient. She never once complained, tolerated every scan, blood test and was always happy to see us for cuddles. Even now coming in for regular check-ups and the removal of her feeding tube she sat perfectly still. 😇

We are very proud of you Zeze and your amazing recovery. 🧡 ❤️

04/06/2025

😃 Summer Smile 😃

Give your pet the gift of a summer smile with a FREE dental check up! 🦷✨

Just like us, pets need regular dental checks throughout their life. Good oral health is not only important for making sure your pet's mouth is comfortable, but it can protect their overall health and wellbeing too.

Until 31st August we are offering:
🦷 A free dental check, for cats and dogs
🪥 A free toothbrush and toothpaste kit

☎️ Call our wonderful reception team at any of our 4 practices to make use of this limited time offer ☀️

25/05/2025

REUNITED 😊 - thank you everyone for sharing
A young, male, entire, dog wearing a distinctive harness has been handed into our Trowbridge practice (Out of hours service Midnight Vet) Found on Sparrow Street, microchipped but the chip isn’t registered. Please call the practice if this is your dog, proof of ownership will be required.

19/05/2025

We have had a black neutered male cat handed into our Trowbridge hospital who is unfortunately deceased and we are trying to locate their owner. He is approximately middle aged and is in otherwise good condition

If you or anyone you know is missing a cat of this description please call us on 01225760630