Nurse clinics

All of our veterinary nurses (VNs) have completed a minimum of two years formal training and examinations covering practical and theoretical aspects of animal nursing. The training scheme and examinations are supervised by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and further details for budding nurses can be found on the RCVS website.

Our qualified nurses are listed with the RCVS, enabling them to undertake a range of procedures. They are actively involved in assisting the veterinary surgeons in the consulting rooms, operating theatres and X-ray department. All nurses provide constant care for the hospitalised cases and pets following surgery. Our nurses can discuss problems with clients on a friendly basis over the counter or by telephone. They regularly perform some basic laboratory tests and monitor anaesthetics under the supervision of the veterinary staff. Qualified veterinary nurses are required to improve and update their skills by regularly attending continuing professional development (CPD) courses and seminars.

We now provide nurse clinics where our qualified nurses can perform minor procedures and give a range of advice and practical help on a wide variety of different topics:

• New pet health care
• Nutrition and dietary advice
• Elderly pet health care
• Weight monitoring and diet control
• Dental care
• Worming and flea treatment
• Nail clipping
• Post operative checks
• Suture removal
• Blood pressure testing (under vet’s direction)

Please contact the practice to arrange for an appointment with one of our qualified nurses.