Important COVID-19 update; please read.

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To all our wonderful Clients,  Our thoughts are with you, your families and love ones as we all try to navigate these difficult times. We have so appreciated your support and co-operation as we have introduced social distancing measures at the practice to protect our team and you, our clients.  Following guidance from the British Veterinary Association and the Royal …

* Temporary closure of Kintore branch *

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Due to a number of staff not able to make it to work at the moment we have decided it is best to concentrate our efforts to care for your pets at Inverurie and to temporarily close the Kintore branch from 11:00 am on Friday. Things are continuing as normal at Inverurie so if you need an appointment please feel …

COVID UPDATE

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We would like to reassure all of our clients that we remain committed to providing care to all of our patients. Due to the changed government guidance last night, there may be changes in practice team availability. Please continue to monitor our social media for any further announcements, but please do contact us if your animal(s) requires veterinary care. We …

COVID UPDATE

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We realise this is a worrying time for all our clients, and we ask that you help us to reduce the risk to our visitors and the practice so that we can continue to care for your pets.  •If you or anyone in your immediate family/household are unwell or showing symptoms that could be attributable to the Coronavirus, we respectfully …

COVID UPDATE

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If you think your pet needs to be seen by one of our team, but you maybe at risk of COVID-19 virus infection, or are self isolating, please contact the practice and we can discuss the best option for your pet to ensure they get the right care.

COVID UPDATES – Coronavirus in Pets?

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We have had many phone calls over the past few days asking if pets are at risk from the coronavirus, here are answers to some common questions regarding the virus and pets. Do animals get coronaviruses? Coronaviruses are very common in animals and there are many different strains (types) which are different from COVID-19. In general, they normally cause problems …

Lucky Jack saved from a deadly human medicine

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Jack, a one-year-old sprocker, was rushed to Donview Veterinary Centre in Inverurie after eating a box of human anti-inflammatory pain killers called naproxen. Naproxen, a common medicine that can be bought without prescription to reduce inflammation and pain, is highly toxic to both dogs and cats. Even eating one of the tablets could potentially have proved fatal or caused acute …

Thanks to our receptionists!

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Did you know that today is Annual Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Day? Today is aimed at celebrating the vital contribution of veterinary receptionists who are the first port of call to you, our clients. Veterinary receptionists not only book all your routine appointments but are also the first person you speak to in an emergency. They try to ensure the smooth …