We love dogs; they’re amazing companions – fun, loving, and they bring us lots of joy. But for some people their dog is more than just a pet – they’re a lifeline. Most of us are familiar with Guide Dogs, who are bred and trained to help people with visual impairments navigate their way around…
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Local Dog Walking during lockdown
If there is one thing that many dogs look forward to each day, it is getting out of the house for a walk. Whereas this used to be plentiful, the arrival of COVID-19 and the resulting Government measures that followed, has caused changes to the routines of both pets and owners alike. So, to make…
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month
May is Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month. This campaign, led by the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA), aims to raise awareness of the importance of the role of the veterinary nursing profession to the public. Veterinary nurses are an integral part of the veterinary team at Leadon Vale Veterinary Centre and are vital for the smooth running of…
Celebrate our amazing team with us this World Veterinary Day!
The Leadon Vale Veterinary Centre veterinary team is here for your beloved pets, all year round, and despite the current circumstances remain committed to quality and excellence in everything we do – which is why we wanted to ‘paws’ this World Veterinary Day to say thank you By adapting our ways of working we’ve continued to provide…
Puppy Development during COVID-19
Are you wondering how to safely socialise your new puppy during the coronavirus lockdown? We’ve put together a few tips for all new puppy parents. As we all do our best to stay safe and comply with the government’s lockdown restrictions, puppies are likely to have their primary vaccination course later than usual. This delay…
How to tackle ticks during the warmer months
Want to know the facts and how to avoid ticks this season? As we approach the warmer months, when ticks like to make an appearance, we wanted to give our pet owners a head start in preparing to tackle ticks. Ticks live in tall grass and wooded areas such as trees, shrubs and leaf piles,…
Easter Opening Hours
With Easter coming up, our opening hours will vary from our usual times. Good Friday: 8:30am – 17:00pm Saturday: 8:30am – 13:30pm Sunday: Closed – Emergencies Only Easter Monday: 8:30am – 13:30pm
International day of happiness – how pets contribute to our Mental Wellbeing
The ongoing uncertainty surrounding the recent Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak will no doubt cause disruption to our usual routine and reduce the amount of social contact we have – preventing us from doing some of the things we enjoy which helps protect and maintain our mental wellbeing. With today, March 20, being International Day of Happiness,…
Bitesize guide to protecting pets’ teeth
We’re giving pet owners advice on how to look after their animals’ dental health as part of an awareness campaign from January to March 2019. We’re urging people to be vigilant when looking after their pet’s pearly whites, as dental disease among cats, dogs and rabbits is one of the most common problems dealt with…
Protect pets as temperatures set to soar
With temperatures remaining high and forecasters predicting a sizzling summer across the UK, we are urging pet owners to keep their animals safe. Martin Leith clinical director at Leadon Vale Veterinary Centre, is urging people not to leave their pets in cars or conservatories during the hot weather. Martin said: “Temperatures inside a car can…


