Donaldson's Vets

19/10/2026

FIREWORKS 🎇LOUD NOISES 🔊THUNDERSTORMS ⚡

Prepare before the fireworks 🎆

🎆 Fireworks expected? A little preparation can make a big difference.

Think about your dog's routine before the first bang — from walking earlier and closing the curtains to preparing enrichment and making sure their microchip details are up to date.

And if you already know your dog finds fireworks difficult, please don’t wait until fireworks night to contact us.

Speak to us in advance so there’s time to discuss your dog and make an appropriate plan. 💜

Save this checklist so you have it ready for fireworks season. 📌

16/10/2026

💙 Thank you to everyone who applied!💙

We really appreciate the time and effort you put into your application and your interest in joining our team.🥰

Applications are now closed, and we’ll be reviewing them carefully. 🤓

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.😁

16/10/2026

🐾 128 MISSED APPOINTMENTS. 128 MISSED OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP ANOTHER PET. 💙

Polite reminder: please let us know if you cannot attend your appointment.
We understand that life can be unpredictable, and sometimes plans change. If you can no longer attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible.

📅 A quick phone call could make a real difference.

By cancelling in advance, you give us the opportunity to offer your appointment to another pet who may be waiting for treatment, advice or a little extra care.

Every appointment matters. Every pet matters. And together, we can help make sure more pets get the care they need. 🐶🐱

💙 Thank you for helping us care for our community's pets.

15/10/2026

FIREWORKS 🎇LOUD NOISES 🔊THUNDERSTORMS ⚡

👀 What does anxiety look like in your dog?

It isn’t always hiding or visibly shaking.

Panting when they’re not hot, repeatedly checking windows, struggling to settle or suddenly wanting to stay very close to you can all be clues that something is making them uncomfortable.

Every dog is different, which is why noticing changes in their normal behaviour can be so important.

What’s the first thing you notice when your dog hears fireworks or thunder?

Tell us below. 👇

13/10/2026

🐶💙 BIG PAWS, LITTLE STEPS! 🐾

Want to give your puppy the best possible start in life? 🐕✨

Our Puppy Lifeskills Training Classes are here to help your little one grow in confidence, learn essential life skills and develop positive manners, all while strengthening that special bond between you! 💙

📅 Starting Wednesday 21st October 2026

⏰ Limited spaces available at:
🐾 1pm
🐾 6pm
🐾 7pm

Whether you have a bouncy bundle of energy or a shy little explorer, let's help them take their first steps towards becoming a happy, confident companion! 🐶🎓

📩 Ready to get started? Email us to find out more and book your place:

✉️ [email protected]

⚡ Spaces are limited, so don't paws for too long! 🐾

💙🐾

12/10/2026

FIREWORKS 🎇LOUD NOISES 🔊THUNDERSTORMS ⚡

Myth v's Facts

❌ “My dog will grow out of it.”

It’s an easy assumption to make — particularly if your dog seems completely back to normal once the noise has stopped.

But anxiety can become worse if it’s left unmanaged.

So if fireworks, thunderstorms or other noises leave your dog frightened, don’t assume you simply have to wait for them to grow out of it.

💬 Talk to us about the support available.

10/10/2026

🧠💚 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY | 10 OCTOBER

Looking after yourself matters. 💚

Life can be busy, and it's easy to put your own wellbeing at the bottom of the list. But self-care doesn't have to mean big changes. Sometimes it's the small things we do each day that help us feel better.

🌿 Step outside and get some fresh air
🚶‍♀️ Take a walk and give your mind a break
🐶 Spend time with your pet
☕ Take a proper break during a busy day
📱 Switch off from screens for a little while
💬 Talk to someone if things are feeling difficult
😴 Make time for rest and sleep
❤️ Be kind to yourself and recognise that you don't have to do everything at once

💚 NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO?
If you're struggling or simply need someone to listen:

📞 Samaritans: 116 123
Free, confidential support, 24 hours a day.

📧 [email protected]
📞 NHS: 111

For urgent mental health support, call 111 and select the mental health option.
🚨 If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E.

10/10/2026

FIREWORKS 🎇LOUD NOISES 🔊THUNDERSTORMS ⚡

🐶 Would you recognise if your dog was struggling with noise anxiety?

Some signs are obvious, such as trembling or trying to hide.

Others can be easier to dismiss — like panting, pacing, refusing food or becoming destructive.

The important thing is to notice what’s different for your dog.

If you recognise these behaviours around fireworks, thunder or other loud noises, talk to us about what you’ve noticed.

Recognising that they’re struggling is the first step from coping to calm. 💜

08/10/2026

🐾🩸 A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING PET BLOOD DONORS! 🩸🐾

We want to say a huge thank you to all the incredible pets who gave blood. ❤️

Your generosity truly makes a life-saving difference. Every unit donated can help save up to 4 lives, giving poorly and critically ill pets a precious second chance. 🐶🐱🐾

❤️🥰🌟You really are true lifesavers. 🌟🥰❤️

To every brave donor, and every owner who makes these donations possible, thank you for giving the gift of life. Your kindness, courage and generosity mean more than you know. 💙

Keep being amazing, keep saving lives! 🩸🐾💙

❤️Our next donation day is Sunday 11th October❤️

If you would like to get involved with Pet Blood Bank Donations, check out the link below for your nearest donation session and how to register your dog as a donor❤️

https://www.petbloodbankuk.org/pet-owners/dog-blood-donation/find-your-nearest-donation-session/?s=hd5+8hn&r=10

For your dog to be a blood donor, they must meet certain criteria. 🥰🐾
Your dog’s welfare is always our priority, and so for them to become a lifesaver, they must be:

Fit and healthy
Between one and eight years old
Weigh more than 25kg (55 pounds / 3 stone 13 pounds)
Have a good temperament
Have never travelled outside of the UK and Ireland
Not on any medication

What type of dog makes a good donor?🐶🐾🐕🐩

In addition to meeting our donor criteria, we are looking for dogs who are confident and happy being handled. They should enjoy meeting new people and be comfortable going to the vets. Your dog needs to be willing and happy to take part in the donation process and show us this through their behaviour. We want your dog to love coming to see us, to enjoy being a donor, and be enthusiastic about the process. This is why confident dogs who like meeting new people and getting attention make excellent donors.

07/10/2026

FIREWORKS 🎇 LOUD NOISES 🔊 THUNDERSTORMS ⚡

🎆⛈️ Does your dog struggle with fireworks, thunderstorms or other loud noises?

Fear doesn’t have to be something they simply learn to live with.

There are lots of ways we can support dogs who find noisy events difficult — and the best time to start thinking about that support is before the next noisy night.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing advice to help you recognise the signs of noise anxiety, prepare your dog and know when to ask for help.

Because fear doesn’t have to be part of the forecast. 💜

27/09/2017

Someone's enjoying their training!
Cara popped in for a final tune up before she sets off to the Czech Republic to represent Great Britain at the FCI Agility Championships this weekend.
Good luck Cara from the ARC team!

26/09/2017

11/09/2017

CLIENT NOTICE
Donaldson's are going paperless and we’d like to ask our clients to make sure we have an up to date mobile number and/or email address on file so we’re able to send you reminders about your pet’s healthcare 🐶🐱🐰🐹
These include reminders for booster vaccinations, appointments and medication, helping you to keep up to date!
All our reminders will be sent electronically within a few months and we don’t want you to miss out - so please let us know if your details change 😊
If you want to update your details, you can give your local branch a call or pop in to see us