Equine News

Referrals

The Practice Nurse & Clinics

Please telephone the practice for appointments and advice with one of our team of 6 veterinary nurses.

Nurse clinics run Monday to Friday afternoons at both premises.  Our dedicated team of nurses are able to offer general care and nutritional advice with a variety of clinics from diabetic stabilisation to nail clipping and advice to help keep your pets fit and healthy.

Senior Pet Clinics
This clinic will give you the opportunity to discuss changing needs in senior years, to ensure your pet continues to live a healthy life.  The clinics will be run by a nurse who will closely liase with the veterinary surgeons prior to vaccinations.  These are usually a 20 minute consultation and are run from Monday to Friday between 2pm and 4pm.  Please request this appointment when you arrange your pets’ vaccination.

Weight Loss Clinics

52% of dogs and 47% of cats are currently overweight! This increases the risks of certain health problems e.g. Arthritis, Ruptured Ligaments, Prolapsed (slipped) Discs, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Infectious Diseases, Breathing Problems, Poor Reproductive Ability, Anaesthtic/Surgical Problems. If you think your pet suffers from any of the above, please contact the surgery to discuss whether weight loss could be of benefit to your pet.
The nurse will check your pet's weight, go through their diet and give you advice on helping them lose weight with the most suitable nutrition for your pet.  Feel free to use our Weighing scales in the waiting room at any time.

Weight Loss Clinic Cases

Special Puppy Evenings
Debbie Hodgkiss holds regular puppy parties at both surgeries.  Once the puppy has started a vaccination course, we feel it would be an ideal opportunity for your puppy to socialise and make friends with others of a similar age in a supervised, secure environment.

At the same time, you'll learn tips to keep your  dog well behaved and in top condition throughout its life. We hope you will join us for an informative and entertaining evening.

To contact Debbie directly, phone
01524271955 or 07736714566.
Email: hodgkiss.debbie@gmail.com

Pet Behaviour Clinics
Pet Behaviour clinics are available on request or by referral by the veterinary surgeon. Debbie Hodgkiss has over 15 years experience in animal behaviour training, and is the person who deals with the majority of our clients, including referral cases. Debbie has trained with the British Veterinary Nursing Association, then at the Northern Canine Behaviour Centre, and is a qualified Animal Bach Practitioner. She also runs regular puppy parties and socialisation classes at both Kendal and Kirkby Lonsdale. For more information contact Debbie, alternatively speak to a member of staff who will be happy to help.

House Visits
House visits are available for people who struggle to get to the surgery when neccesary, it is mainly directed towards towards the elderley or disabled.