Glenythan Vet Group

04/06/2026

We would all like to wish one local Methlick farmer a very happy 50th birthday today.. he will have spent it working on his windy hill top at Gowanwell, like he spends most of his days, but hopefully he will get time for a dram tonight! Cheers Ross Hewitt, happy birthday from us 🍻🥃

04/06/2026

Bluetongue restrictions now in place!

We have now entered the ‘high risk’ period for Bluetongue transmission and as Scotland remains free of the disease movement restrictions now apply and will remain in place until at least 9th September.
Almost all cattle and sheep movements into Scotland from any other part of the UK will now require either a pre-movement negative test or, for cattle only, to be fully vaccinated at least 21 days previously with the Bovalto-3 vaccine.
Remember these controls only reduce risk and do not eliminate the risk completely. As ever we would ask all our farmers to consider whether importing animals during the coming months is absolutely essential, or could the movement be delayed until cooler weather arrives.
For more information see https://www.gov.scot/publications/bluetongue/pages/bluetongue-movement-restrictions-for-animals/

Or get in touch with any questions!

26/05/2026

** reunited **
Missing in Ellon:
Owner - Adrian Anderson
“My newly arrived foreign rescue dog panicked and bolted tonight from Scotsfir Crescent at around 2am.
She does not know her name or the area yet.
Breed/Appearance: Medium-sized, tan and white markings. She is wearing a purple collar.
She is microchipped (foreign chip). Do not approach. Please report any sightings and please do not chase. Last spotted in the woods at Castle Meadow, Castleton”
Any sightings please get in touch and we will give you the owners phone number 😢

25/05/2026

🐢 Missing Tortoise 🐢

Ellon tortoise owners please can you have a check on your tortoise to make sure they are present and accounted for as someone’s tortoise has appeared at the practice!
Please get in touch if you are missing yours! 🐢

08/05/2026

All things fertility at Shannas!

We enjoyed a fantastic day among top quality livestock yesterday discussing all things fertility, bull management, heifer selection, grass and much much more!

Huge thanks to our hosts John and Margaret Penny, Keith Johnstone (Hillcrest), Iain McCormack (Zoetis), catering from Ythan Bakery and all our suckler clients that made it along to share their knowledge, experience and expertise.

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Unfortunately our ellon branch is closing at 5pm again today due to staff absence. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Methlick will be open as usual but please avoid phoning after 5pm unless your call is urgent. Thank you 🙏🏻

03/05/2026

Nematodirus warning! 🐑☠️

The Nematodirus hatch is imminent across Aberdeenshire.

Lambs 6-12 weeks old on grass that had young lambs on it last year are at greatest risk. Keep an eye on stock and the forecast tool at https://www.scops.org.uk/forecasts/nematodirus-forecast/.

White drench is the most effective treatment, but needs to be timed correctly. Contact us to discuss.

28/04/2026

Unfortunately due to staff illness ellon will close at 5pm tonight. Methlick will be open for pre booked appointments and emergencies as usual. Please avoid phoning after 5pm unless it is an emergency. Apologies for any inconvenience caused

21/04/2026

As the sun was setting last night our vet Fiona delivered this big lad by caesarian section. Caesarian’s in cows (and sheep) are performed under local anaesthetic and recovery is very quick! 😊