Good morning campers!🌈

It’s bank holiday Monday! Which might not mean too much right now but we hope you have a lovely extended weekend.☀️

We are open today between 10am and 2pm for pre-booked appointments only. All current practice protocols still apply in regards to social distancing, etc. Please take the time to read the pinned post at the top of the page.📌

As always, we are available on our emergency line 24/7.🆘

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4 days ago

⭐️VET NURSE AWARENESS MONTH⭐️

🤩What is a vet nurse? … Consult nurse and behaviourists!👩🏼‍⚕️👨🏽‍⚕️

You may have already been into see us for a consultation! We have an extensive list of things we do.🗒

Nail clipping, wound management/dressing changes, post operative checks, suture removal, dental care and check ups, microchipping, weight management, second vaccinations, blood/skin samples, blood pressure monitoring, physiotherapy, medication administration, parasite control, triage, first aid, sexing, medical conditions advice aannnddd behaviour!🤯 Amongst other things!

Some nurses at E.C. Straitons have a keen interest in nurse clinics, and behaviour in particular. Nurses Lucy and Nicky have extra qualifications in companion animal behaviour, student nurse Hollie has a degree in animal behaviour and nurse Emily is currently working towards her animal behaviour certificate!

We love seeing you and your furry friends so please don’t ever hesitate to book a consultation to see a nurse. We are happy to help!

Whilst a lot of our consults at the moment are taking place across the telephone for safety, we are always here if you need us.💜

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5 days ago

The weather forecast over the next few weeks makes us have something else to be grateful for.☀️

But today is going to be a scorcher!🔥

🆘We can’t stress enough the importance of reminding you how to deal with your animals in the heat.

🆘We still see cases of heat stroke and it is PREVENTABLE!

🆘We are trying to encourage people to be sensible and avoid preventable occurrences during this pandemic. Heatstroke is definitely one of them. One case is one case too many!

🆘Don’t take your dogs out in this weather, especially at the hottest times of the day (10am-7pm). It’s not worth the risk!!! Leave them at home.

🆘Don't allow your dogs to sunbathe in the garden for too long.

With government guidance allowing further exercise, as tempting as it may be to appreciate the sun at its hottest, please do not take your dog with you when it is too warm for them to handle exercise.

Remember... no dog has ever died from missing one walk, but dogs have died walking in the heat.

❌NEVER leave dogs in cars.

💦Make sure your smallies have a shaded/covered area and plenty of fresh cool water.

There are many ways to cool your animals down in the hot weather. If you need any advice please contact us!

❗️❗️❗️If you’re concerned your pet may have heat stroke, contact the practice IMMEDIATELY❗️❗️❗️

Signs include panting excessively or struggles with breathing, increased body temperature, drooling and sometimes vomiting. This can lead to collapse, seizures and death.

💦Be sensible and responsible.
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5 days ago

⭐️VET NURSE AWARENESS MONTH⭐️

🤩What is a vet nurse? … Oncology nurse☣️

We deal with all aspects of veterinary medicine, including oncology. Our main involvement is the support alongside surgical removal, chemotherapy and end of life support.

We play a central role in helping manage cancer patients and it is important that we have sufficient knowledge and understand the individual treatment options prescribed. This information is invaluable when providing client care and instilling owner confidence in the personal treatment of their pet.

Chemotherapy involves careful use of cytotoxic drugs and all patients and equipment need to be handled carefully and the environment effectively managed. Sam, one of our nurses, has a keen interest in oncology and has the responsibility in that area, ensuring we have everything we need for each patient.

Nurses work closely behind the scenes making sure our patients are as comfortable as possible. We currently have a number of patients at the practice undergoing chemotherapy treatment, and they are all an absolute pleasure to nurse.💛

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6 days ago

💚This week is mental health awareness week in the UK. Veterinary careers and owning animals isn’t always smiles.

As veterinary professionals, not only do we see the puppies and kittens, the babies born, the waggy tails, the bunny hops and the success stories... we see (and feel) the sadness, the difficult decisions and the hard times behind closed doors. We have the lucky resources that ‘Vetlife’ offers; an independent charity which isn’t just for vets but everyone in the veterinary community including veterinary nurses and students. They provide a 24/7 phone and email helpline; professional mental health support; financial assistance; information and resources.

💫Did you know the benefits owning a pet has on your mental health? The companionship between a person and a pet is a great way to reduce anxiety and stress. We’re sure all pets have been invaluable throughout the current global crisis. Life is tough right now. In many ways, they can help us to live mentally healthier lives. Here is an article which outlines the reasons as to why in depth.

www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/p/pets-and-mental-health

Having a pet can come with its hardships; unexpected financial demands or sudden loss. ‘Grieving for the loss of a pet, whether through death, parting or enforced separation, can be a sad and difficult experience.’ We understand, especially right now, that this is an added worry and stress to a lot of people. The Blue Cross have a pet bereavement service available to all pet owners. Please visit their website if you would like more information.❤️

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7 days ago

Super positive start to a Monday!🥰

Dogs really are incredible. Norman, Digby, Storm, Star, Jasper and Asher... we salute you!👏🏻 Let’s hope these guys smash their training, we’re sure they will!🐶

We are open this week Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm and Saturday 10am - 2pm at our Penkridge branch only. 📌Please take the time to read the post pinned to the top of the page for all information on our current practice protocols and procedures.

Thanks to our team for their hard work last week and across the weekend.

Stay safe and have a lovely week.🐾

www.facebook.com/359033968735/posts/10157731201623736/?d=nThanks to the UK government, who have today announced they will support our COVID-19 work, the super six will now start their basic training in preparation for the arrival of the COVID-19 samples so that, we hope, they will quickly be able to learn what that smells like and then their noses will really be on their way to saving many lives.

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1 week ago

⭐️VET NURSE AWARENESS MONTH⭐️

🤩What is a vet nurse? … Vet supporter!👏👏👏

A light-hearted entry for a Saturday (although entirely true!!).

Believe us when we say… vets cannot function without veterinary nurses.🤯

Although you see vets more commonly with your pets in consultations, we are their right-hand men!🦸‍♀️ We support them day to day and assist them with all things they need. Nurses work incredibly hard behind the scenes. Then the vets get the credit (we jest).🙊

We have a lot of responsibility as RVNs at Straitons and the vets put their trust in us on a daily basis, and for that we are very grateful and honoured.

Some vets need our attention more than others (see picture below🤭), but we play a vital role in their day to day working life. Sometimes, we’d also be lost without them too!

On a more serious note… what a team we make together.🤝💪👫💙

Happy sunny Saturday folks.☀️🐾

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