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23/10/2026

There are many varieties of fungi (wild mushrooms) throughout the UK, and while only a small amount of those are toxic, it is very difficult to identify which are safe and which aren't if your dog eats one.

For this reason, you must always treat fungi ingestion as poisoning and contact your vet immediately or if out-of-hours, your nearest Vets Now clinic, so they can provide the right care. If you can, take a sample of the fungi with you.

20/10/2026

When a hot water bottle suddenly burst, Cavapoo Peaches and her owner Christian suffered serious burns in a terrifying accident at home.

Despite suffering painful burns himself, Christian's only concern was getting two-year-old Peaches the help she needed.

He rushed her to our Vets Now Manningtree clinic, where our team quickly realised they had not one, but two patients in need of urgent help.

What followed was a team effort, with our colleagues going above and beyond to care for both Peaches and her devoted owner. ❤️

👉 Read their incredible story and find out how our team helped: https://www.vets-now.com/pet-stories/peaches-cavapoo

19/10/2026

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16/10/2026

A diabetes diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but with the right care and treatment, many dogs can continue to live happy, healthy lives. ❤️

From recognising the early warning signs to managing a diagnosis and understanding potential emergencies, we've broken down some of the key things every dog owner should know. 👈

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4zEnIpS

15/10/2026

How do you stop buying your dog every toy you see? Asking for a friend 🐶

12/10/2026

Poor Bodie was seriously unwell when she arrived at our Vets Now Glasgow Hospital, suffering from vomiting, loss of appetite and very low energy.

After carrying out tests, our team discovered that Bodie had developed diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a life-threatening complication of diabetes, as well as pneumonia. 😥

But what exactly is diabetic ketoacidosis?

DKA occurs when the body doesn't have enough insulin to use glucose for energy. Instead, it begins breaking down fat, producing substances called ketones. When these build up in the blood, they can make it dangerously acidic.

Signs can include vomiting, loss of appetite, extreme tiredness and dehydration. It's a serious condition that requires urgent veterinary treatment.

Bodie spent five days in intensive care, receiving round-the-clock care from our Internal Medicine, Emergency and Critical Care, and Diagnostic teams.

Thankfully, we're delighted to share that Bodie is now back home and feeling much more like herself! ❤️

Her owners are learning how to manage her diabetes with insulin injections, with continued support from our Internal Medicine team.

Well done, Bodie! 🐾

09/10/2026

As the seasons change, there are a few autumn dangers that could put your curious cats at risk. From fungi to antifreeze, it's important to know what to be aware of. 🍁

Head to our website for more autumn pet care tips and advice: https://bit.ly/4dvwKNd

02/10/2026

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02/10/2026

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01/10/2026

This Pet Emergency Week, we're sharing facts to help you feel more pet-pared😏🐾

Some emergencies aren't as obvious as you might think. From overheating to seizures, knowing what to look out for could make all the difference when minutes matter.

Swipe through to uncover some facts you might not know 👉

14/09/2020

Our pet emergency clinic in Ilford closed on Monday, September 14. Please contact Vets Now in Thamesmead from this date. Find contact details here: https://bit.ly/35ywwTc

28/08/2020

Through our Video Vet service or in our 24h clinic, Vets Now Ilford is here for you when your regular vet is closed this bank holiday weekend, from Saturday afternoon right through to Tuesday morning.

Call us on: 0208 109 4005
Find us at: Woodford Bridge Road, Redbridge, Ilford, IG4 5PS

Vets Now Ilford provides out-of-hours emergency veterinary care for dogs, cats and small animals. Our vet team, work weeknights, weekends (24hrs on Sunday).

22/05/2020

"We'll be here for you when you need us most this bank holiday weekend. At Vets Now Ilford we're here for you when your regular vet is closed, from Saturday afternoon right through to Tuesday morning.

Call us on: 0208 109 4005
Find us at: Woodford Bridge Road, Redbridge, Ilford, IG4 5PS

Vets Now Ilford provides out-of-hours emergency veterinary care for dogs, cats and small animals. Our vet team, work weeknights, weekends (24hrs on Sunday).

07/05/2020

Pet emergencies can happen at any time, often when you least expect them. At Vets Now Ilford we're here for you when your regular vet is closed over the bank holiday weekend, from Thursday evening right through to Monday morning.

Call us on: 0208 109 4005
Find us at: Woodford Bridge Road, Redbridge, Ilford, IG4 5PS

Vets Now Ilford provides out-of-hours emergency veterinary care for dogs, cats and small animals. Our vet team, work weeknights, weekends (24hrs on Sunday).

14/04/2020

Here's a lovely example of community spirit.🐾

Bobby the injured fox cub was rescued from a park in Southwark this weekend thanks to kind-hearted members of the public and armed police!

Armed police rescued a helpless fox cub found wounded and alone in a London park.

09/04/2020

Pet emergencies can happen at any time, often when you least expect them. At Vets Now Ilford we're here for you when your regular vet is closed over the Easter bank holiday weekend, from Thursday evening right through to Tuesday morning.

Call us on: 0208 109 4005
Find us at: Woodford Bridge Road, Redbridge, Ilford, IG4 5PS

Vets Now Ilford provides out-of-hours emergency veterinary care for dogs, cats and small animals. Our vet team, work weeknights, weekends (24hrs on Sunday).

01/04/2020

Our contact centre team, the pet equivalent of 999, are being inundated with calls about routine issues like vaccinations, prescription medicines and opening hours.
Please only call us if your pet is ill or injured and needs urgent healthcare.

Find out what to do in a pet emergency and where to go to get veterinary advice in this Q&A.

Pets should not suffer needlessly during the coronavirus outbreak. Here we answer all the questions pet owners are asking during the Covid-19 outbreak.

26/03/2020

Our pet emergency clinic Vets Now Ilford will remain open while the restrictions during the Covid-19 outbreak are in place. We are here for you during our normal evening hours from Monday to Friday and from Saturday afternoon through to Monday.

Call us on: 0208 045 6644
Find us at: Woodford Bridge Road, Redbridge, Ilford, IG4 5PS

We can assure you that firm measures have been put in place to keep both you and our teams safe. Therefore, it's important that you phone us before coming to the clinic.

Vets Now Ilford provides out-of-hours emergency veterinary care for dogs, cats and small animals. Our vet team, work weeknights, weekends (24hrs on Sunday).

25/03/2020

Our pet emergency clinic Vets Now Ilford will remain open while the restrictions during the Covid-19 outbreak are in place. We are here for you during our normal evening hours from Monday to Friday and from Saturday afternoon through to Monday.

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Call us on: 0208 045 6644
Find us at: Woodford Bridge Road, Redbridge, Ilford, IG4 5PS

We can assure you that firm measures have been put in place to keep both you and our teams safe. Therefore, it's important that you phone us before coming to the clinic. Please share.

18/03/2020

We want to reassure you that we’re working round the clock during this Covid-19 outbreak to ensure we’re able to safely provide you and your pet with the care you deserve at the time you need it most.

Our priority, as always, is the health and wellbeing of our patients, their owners and our people, and we continue to put robust measures in place to minimise risk to all involved.

Learn more in our latest guidance for pet owners:

In order to ensure continued care for your pets during the new coronavirus outbreak, we kindly ask that you take the following precautions before visiting one of our clinics or hospitals.