Castle Veterinary Centres

22/10/2026

This poor baby had a scary experience at only 8 weeks old!
Thankfully she's doing well now and growing well 🐾☺

22/10/2026

A quick reminder of our temporary closure this afternoon for a practice meeting. For emergencies, please contact the practice as normal via telephone where you will be directed to our Bishop Auckland branch. For all other enquiries please contact us once our phone lines are open as normal. 🐾

Notice of Upcoming Practice Meeting 22nd October 2026.

20/10/2026

Fireworks season is coming - and it's never too early to start preparing! 🎆

Gradually introducing your pet to firework sounds at a low volume, alongside treats and positive experiences, can help them feel more comfortable when the real thing begins.

If you're concerned about your pet, get in touch with us for advice and support ahead of firework season. 💙

19/10/2026

⚠ Warning - picture of surgery ⚠
Every day is different when you work in a vets and the lovely Ruby here is a great example of why!

Ruby unfortunately developed a pyometra earlier this year, which is an infection in the uterus. Pyometra can cause sepsis, organ failure and ultimately can be fatal if left untreated 😢

Roughly 1 in 4 unspayed dogs will develop a pyometra, making this a very common issue we deal with. Surgical treatment is still the best option for patients suffering with pyometra, and Ruby was spayed to remove her ovaries and infected uterus.

However, we made a surprise discovery during this surgery (see pics) - a change to the bladder which is suspected to be a urachal diverticulum.

A urachal diverticulum is a congenital condition - it is a little ‘pouch’ connected to the bladder. It forms when something called the ‘urachus’ does not fully close at birth. This is much less common than a pyometra! 😱

Given that Ruby had no history of any urinary issues at the time of her surgery, we discussed the findings with a local specialist and ultimately her bladder was left as it was found 🔍

We are very pleased to say that she made a full recovery from her surgery 🫶🏻

19/10/2026

Notice of Upcoming Practice Meeting 22nd October 2026.

18/10/2026

What’s your pet’s Halloween name? 👻

Share your pet’s spooky new name with us in the comments! We’re ready for some seriously spooky suggestions… 👀🎃

15/10/2026

Firework season is nearly here, and while we might enjoy the sparkle, our pets may feel very differently. 🐾💙

From loud bangs to bright flashes, fireworks can be frightening for dogs, cats and other pets.

Tom, one of our vets at CVS Vets, shares some simple tips to help keep your pets safe, calm and comfortable this firework season.

15/10/2026

Ronnie lee visited recently to be castrated. He brought his friend Princess for support but all she did was eat his greens!
They went away with one of our Rabbit goodie bags! 🐰💙
He's since healed well and back to munching on his greens ☺️

12/10/2026

Say hello to the gorgeous Nora 😍
She visited us for her Healthy Pet Club flea and worm check at only 5 months old she was already weighing 20.8kg! She's certainly going to be a big girl 😊

12/10/2026

REUNITED
We have had a chocolate and tan female pomeranian brought into our Bishop Auckland practice. She is microchipped but no details registered. She was found on Byerley Road in Shildon. If you think she may be yours please contact the practice on 01388450700.