Being a Veterinary Surgeon was probably top of the list for lots of us when we were children, who wouldn't love a career working with puppies and kittens all day... right? As a vet you have to be a detective, after all your patient can't tell you where it hurts or how they are feeling. Vets … [Read more...] about Consults, Chaos and Operations… A Vet’s life fuelled by Coffee at Brentknoll Vets
No NHS for Pets, Understanding the cost of Pet Care
Whether you've had good or bad experiences in the past with NHS treatment, there's no denying that having a system where medical healthcare is free is something we are very lucky to have. When it comes to treating pets there is no such system, owning an animal is a luxury that comes with associated … [Read more...] about No NHS for Pets, Understanding the cost of Pet Care
Brentknoll Veterinary Centre gets your Pets ready for travelling abroad
Summer holidays are great fun and something we look forward to all year, but don't leave it until last minute to get your pet's sorted if you're planning on taking them along for the ride The travel of animals from country to country is strictly managed by DEFRA and failure to comply with the rules … [Read more...] about Brentknoll Veterinary Centre gets your Pets ready for travelling abroad
Brentknoll Vets – A guide to grief and saying the right thing
Knowing what to say to someone who has recently lost a pet isn't easy, words will not make the hurt go away and it won't bring back their beloved pet. With the right support, there are ways you can help someone through this difficult time. Saying goodbye to animals we love it something that … [Read more...] about Brentknoll Vets – A guide to grief and saying the right thing
I’ve found a baby bird, should I bring it to the Vets?
Spring brings with it newly hatched fledglings, who we often end up seeing here at Brentknoll Vets... but when should you intervene and when should you leave them alone? Many of us see young birds in our gardens or out on walks and we worry if it's OK and whether it should be there. In fact it's … [Read more...] about I’ve found a baby bird, should I bring it to the Vets?
A Crucial fix on Millie’s Ruptured Cruciates
Beagles are usually bouncy dogs, but when Millie the Beagle started 'hopping' the vet knew this wasn't normal Beagle behaviour. Millie is a 8 year old Beagle, who is very much a youngster at heart; she loves nothing more than running around the fields with other dogs and chasing after balls. So … [Read more...] about A Crucial fix on Millie’s Ruptured Cruciates
Brentknoll now officially “More than your average Vets”
Brentknoll Veterinary Centre is now officially Worcester's first accredited Small Animal Hospital Choosing a veterinary practice can be a minefield, there are now more practices in Worcester than ever and each has something different to offer. Here at Brentknoll our ethos has always been a healthy … [Read more...] about Brentknoll now officially “More than your average Vets”
Avoid unexpected vet visits with Brentknoll’s Winter safety tips
Winter can be tough, the nights are long and the weather is miserable; so the last thing you need is a urgent trip to the Vets with one of your pet's... follow our easy steps to make it through Winter safely. Stay safe and be Seen Don't become a victim of a road traffic accident with your pet … [Read more...] about Avoid unexpected vet visits with Brentknoll’s Winter safety tips
Brentknoll Vets will get your Rabbit ready for Winter
There's a chill in the air and the days are getting shorter, that can only mean one thing... Winter is coming, so it's time to get your Rabbit ready. In the wild, rabbits would hide underground to shelter from the winter chill and they would huddle in groups to share body heat. For many domestic … [Read more...] about Brentknoll Vets will get your Rabbit ready for Winter
All about Acupuncture at Brentknoll Vets
If you are interested in alternative therapies, you may have heard about the benefits of Acupuncture for humans; but did you know it has health benefits for animals too! Visiting Vet Maria Isabel Fuentes Beneytez (or Bel as she likes to be called) is here with us for the Summer months and she's … [Read more...] about All about Acupuncture at Brentknoll Vets
