Oxford Vets Hilltop

07/10/2026

🐰 Myxomatosis awareness

Recently, we had a stray rabbit presented with severe myxomatosis. Sadly, the disease was too advanced and the kindest option was to put them to sleep to prevent further suffering. 💔

Myxomatosis is a highly contagious and often fatal disease in rabbits. Signs can include swollen eyes and face, discharge, skin lesions, lethargy, loss of appetite and breathing difficulties.

💉 Vaccination is the best protection, and even indoor rabbits can be exposed.

If your rabbit shows any signs of illness, please contact your vet promptly and keep them away from other rabbits.

07/09/2026

Ivy brought her big sister (Holly) along for her check up today for some moral support, how adorable!🥺

19/08/2026

Has it really been that long that we've been caring for Oxford's cats?! Nice to get this today - well done Ella, vet nurse, who made sure everything we needed to continue our accreditation was GOLD standard!! 😻

07/08/2026

These pups are going quick! Thank you Izzy, vet student, for these super cute (& tasty) cupcakes!

17/07/2026

This is Lovely Maple, who was getting lots of love and attention on reception after her grass seed removal today.

Grass seeds are very common this time of year and we have removed lots of them over the past few months. If you have a dog that loves rolling around in the grass please make sure you are brushing them and checking them for grass seeds afterwards.

They may look harmless but can become quite troublesome if they manage to get under the skin - meaning they can start to migrate through the body which can cause problems such as infections and abscesses.

Ears, eyes and toes are common places for this to occur.

Thank you! 💛

21/05/2026

22/04/2026

New rules for travel to the EU apply from tomorrow! Call to book an appointment with our export vet if you are thinking of travelling outside the UK with your pet.

10/04/2026

Meet Lancelot! This adorable baby boy stole all of our hearts this week when he was in for his first health check with us🥰🐾