Congratulations to our nurse Julie

. . . who has just given birth to a baby girl; this has made much of the team feel quite broody!  New baby Chloe will join Julie’s growing family which to date includes Leah,  a large  cat, oh and partner Andy.  Joining us for her maternity cover is Kate who trained here four years ago and has just returned from travelling in Canada. Welcome back!

Choosing a pet is a big decision to make -

it is, as the RSPCA remind us ‘For Life’ and if you choose a parrot or tortoise a very long life! To help make that decision we offer free nurse consultations on ‘Which pet is right for me?’ where we can help match your life style to the right species from hamster to hound and then the right breed from Chihuahua to Chow Chow. To book a consultation please call 01453 542092. 

New bespoke fitted kennels . . .

. . . have now been added to our dog ward in order to create much needed space. All our wards are species specific with the dog ward having both walk in and fitted kennels, a separate cattery with natural light and a reptile room with vivariums. All they need now are armchairs and TV’s and it will be home from home!   Thankfully the decorator was able to come and work overnight or we may have had paw prints on the floor and pets going home with white where there isn’t usually any! I think the night nurses liked having the company but were not so sure about his taste in music!

The tortoises are waking up

The tortoises are waking up from hibernation so it must be Spring!   We hold annual Tortoise Parties for pre and post hibernation. The post party is affectionately referred to as the ‘Coming Out Party’ and yes the tortoises do get to attend!  It is important after hibernation to check their weight and condition as low weight tortoises can become anorexic.

Our spring parties are over for this year, but if you want some advice, give us a call.  There are not very many people who know as much about tortoises as our resident exotic expert, Rachel Mowbray.  And look out for details here of our pre-hibernation parties.

Welcome to my diary!!

Here you will find useful news, hints and tips along with special offers and promotions from Vale Vets..... look out for our special promotion on Frontline flea products next month!