Evelyn the Vet - Veterinary & Pet Sitting Services

Evelyn the Vet - Veterinary & Pet Sitting Services Veterinary Surgeon & PhD, MSc, CertAVP, MRCVS. Researching Metabolomics & Feline DJD. Providing gentle, evidence-based care for all life stages.

StreetVet Bournemouth Lead. Custom in-home care & sitting. 👉 Booking & services: www.evelynthevet.com

This little man came to see me last week for a corneal ulcer (a scratch on the surface of the eye).Eye issues in small p...
16/06/2026

This little man came to see me last week for a corneal ulcer (a scratch on the surface of the eye).

Eye issues in small pets like hamsters, rats and guinea pigs can escalate incredibly quickly because they naturally hide signs of discomfort! If you notice a small pet squinting, keeping an eye closed, or showing any unusual discharge, it is always best to have them checked by a vet right away.

He handles his eye drops beautifully and is well on the road to recovery. 🐹🤍

What an incredible weekend at Merley House for the StreetVet Bournemouth Summer Ball!I was so busy catching up with ever...
15/06/2026

What an incredible weekend at Merley House for the StreetVet Bournemouth Summer Ball!

I was so busy catching up with everyone that I completely forgot to take a formal team photo, but these snippets capture the heart of it—from the calm before the storm in the beautiful ballroom, to celebrating a little wine auction win the next day, right down to the real reason we were all there: protecting the bond between our clients and their companions, like Mork and Mindy here.

To everyone who bought a ticket, donated an auction prize, or cheered us on from afar: thank you. We raised £3,000 - this money translates directly into free, essential veterinary care, medication, and support for the pets of people experiencing homelessness in our community.

Standing in a room filled with our incredible volunteers, supporters, and friends was a powerful reminder of what community can achieve. It is a privilege to lead this branch

Tomorrow is the StreetVet Bournemouth Summer Ball.Merley House, Dorset. A room full of people who care deeply about anim...
12/06/2026

Tomorrow is the StreetVet Bournemouth Summer Ball.

Merley House, Dorset. A room full of people who care deeply about animals and the people who love them, coming together to support a vital cause.

The final details are locked in, the catering numbers are sorted, and the momentum behind this evening has been incredible to watch. Every single ticket directly funds free, essential veterinary care for the pets of people experiencing homelessness across our community.

I am looking forward to an incredible evening standing alongside our brilliant volunteers, supporters, and friends.

If you are joining us tomorrow, I will see you there. 🤍

If you have ever taken your pet to the clinic and found yourself saying, "I promise they don't act like this at home," y...
10/06/2026

If you have ever taken your pet to the clinic and found yourself saying, "I promise they don't act like this at home," you are experiencing a very real clinical phenomenon.

In a clinic setting, adrenaline and cortisol spike. This stress response means that animals often mask subtle signs of illness or discomfort. A dog with mild joint stiffness might suddenly walk perfectly smoothly due to the sheer adrenaline of being in a strange room. A cat might freeze completely, making it incredibly difficult to assess their true, baseline behavior.

When we see animals in their own space, the script flips entirely.

Without the background noise of unfamiliar scents, sounds, and waiting rooms, pets don't feel the need to perform or protect themselves. They show us their true posture, their genuine mobility, and their actual comfort levels.

The environment isn't just a backdrop to healthcare. It is an active part of the diagnostic picture. 💡

A few months ago I found a pyometra on ultrasound in a six-month-old cat.Pyometra is a serious uterine infection. Most p...
09/06/2026

A few months ago I found a pyometra on ultrasound in a six-month-old cat.

Pyometra is a serious uterine infection. Most people associate it with older animals, but it can happen much earlier than you might expect.

She went to surgery the same day and made a full recovery.

Spaying your cat or dog removes this risk entirely. If you have been on the fence about it, this is one of the primary medical reasons we recommend it.

If you have questions, your vet can walk you through the options for your individual pet. It is always worth the conversation.

Back in Bournemouth.Opal's sitting week wrapped up on Friday morning. Richard walked her one last time and handed the ke...
08/06/2026

Back in Bournemouth.

Opal's sitting week wrapped up on Friday morning. Richard walked her one last time and handed the keys back to her owners, leaving her exactly where she belongs: completely settled in her own home, her own space, and her own routine.

I came back on Sunday to my own two cats, who were considerably less calm about my absence than Opal was about hers.

Athens was beautiful and full of wedding planning momentum, but it is very good to be back on home turf.

Thank you to everyone who followed the Opal updates this week. She is an absolute credit to her owners. 🤍

With the summer months officially here, it is the ideal time to refresh our awareness of heatstroke in dogs.Heatstroke i...
07/06/2026

With the summer months officially here, it is the ideal time to refresh our awareness of heatstroke in dogs.

Heatstroke is a true clinical emergency, and understanding the early, subtle signs can make a profound difference to an animal's outcome. It is not just about heavy panting.

What to watch for:
📈 Excessive, frantic panting that does not slow down when the animal rests.
👅 Dark red, sticky, or dry gums.
🧠 Lethargy, confusion, or unsteadiness on their feet.
🤢 Vomiting or sudden collapse.

Remember that certain factors significantly increase risk. Flat-faced (brachycephalic) breeds, older dogs, those with underlying cardiac or respiratory conditions, and overweight animals have a much lower tolerance for heat.

The best approach is always strict prevention: exercise during the coolest parts of the early morning or late evening, ensure fresh water is always available in the shade, and never leave an animal in a parked vehicle, even for a few minutes.

Your vet would always rather you call with a question than wait until a situation becomes critical. Stay safe in the sun this week. ☀️

Richard sent me this photo of Opal earlier today.She is, by all reports, completely settled. Eaten well. Slept in her us...
05/06/2026

Richard sent me this photo of Opal earlier today.

She is, by all reports, completely settled. Eaten well. Slept in her usual spots. Done her usual routes. She's had the same person looking after her all week, in her own home.

There's something that happens when animals get to stay where they know. The behaviour is different. The stress response is different. They show you who they actually are.

It's something I've been thinking about more and more lately — where we see animals, and what that changes about what we're able to see.

Opal is doing just fine. Richard is also doing fine, though he has sent me eleven photos and I have sent him approximately none from Athens, because I am very busy pretending to be on holiday.

More soon 🤍

Today is the last day to get tickets for the StreetVet Summer Ball.Merley House, Dorset. Saturday 13 June., 6pm.If you'v...
05/06/2026

Today is the last day to get tickets for the StreetVet Summer Ball.

Merley House, Dorset. Saturday 13 June., 6pm.

If you've been thinking about it — this is the moment. After today, the booking window closes.

It's a beautiful venue, a lovely evening, and every ticket supports free veterinary care for the pets of people experiencing homelessness across Bournemouth.

Link in the comments. Hope to see some of you there 🤍

https://charityball2026.streetvet.org.uk/

Cats are extraordinarily good at not showing pain.It's not stubbornness. It's biology. Prey animals that advertise vulne...
02/06/2026

Cats are extraordinarily good at not showing pain.

It's not stubbornness. It's biology. Prey animals that advertise vulnerability don't survive. That instinct is still very much present, even in a cat whose most dangerous moment of the day is jumping off the sofa.

What pain in cats often looks like: less jumping. Sleeping in lower spots. Grooming less, or over-grooming one area. Sitting hunched. Eating less. Hiding more.

None of these are dramatic. Most of them you could miss if you weren't looking for them.

If your cat has slowed down over the last few months and you've put it down to age — it's worth a vet check. "Just getting older" is sometimes true. It isn't always the whole story.

Writing this from Athens, missing my two at home enormously 😌

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