Ribble Vets

22/10/2026

Due to staff training dispensary will be closed for collections on Friday 23/10
between 1-2pm

20/10/2026

🎆 BONFIRE NIGHT IS APPROACHING! 🐾

While fireworks can be exciting for us, the loud bangs and flashing lights can be frightening for our pets. Some may hide, tremble, pace or even try to escape.

A few simple steps can help your furry family members feel safer:

🏡 Create a safe space – Set up a cosy den with their favourite bedding and toys.

🪟 Close windows and curtains – Help reduce outside noise and flashing lights.

📺 Put on some background noise – Relaxing music or the TV may help mask sudden bangs.

🐾 Keep pets indoors – Walk dogs before dark, keep cats inside if possible, and ensure doors and windows are secure.

🆔 Check their identification – Make sure microchip details are up to date and your pet’s collar tag is secure.

💚 Stay with them – Offer comfort and reassurance if they seek it, and let them hide somewhere they feel safe.

If your pet struggles with fireworks every year, don’t wait until Bonfire Night to ask for help.
Our vets and behaviour team can discuss options to help manage their anxiety.

A little preparation now can make a big difference to your pet’s comfort and safety. 🐶🐱

12/10/2026

🎉🐾 We’re delighted to share some exciting news! 🐾🎉

The team at Ribble Vets, across our Penwortham, Wesham and Leyland practices, are incredibly proud to announce that we have recently achieved full compliance with the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme (PSS)! 💚

The Practice Standards Scheme, run by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), recognises veterinary practices that meet rigorous standards and are committed to maintaining and continually improving the quality of their care.

As part of the scheme, our practice is independently assessed every four years, with additional spot checks in between, to help ensure we continue to meet these high standards. Assessments cover a wide range of areas, all working towards one shared goal: providing the best possible care for our patients. 🐶🐱

This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication and commitment of our entire team, who strive every day to provide your beloved pets with compassionate, professional and high-quality veterinary care.

We’re incredibly proud of everyone involved and would like to thank our wonderful clients for your continued trust and support. ❤️

A huge well done to our fantastic team! 🥳👏

📍 Ribble Vets – Penwortham, Wesham & Leyland

10/10/2026

It’s good to talk. It’s even better to be heard. 💚

This World Mental Health Day, 10th October, we’re taking a moment to remember just how important it is to talk, listen and look out for one another.

Our pets are such an important part of our lives. They bring us comfort, companionship and unconditional love — and sometimes, simply spending time with them can help us through a difficult day.

But life can be challenging, and there are times when we all need someone to listen.

Being heard helps us feel understood, less alone, and more able to cope with whatever life brings.

That’s why our message this World Mental Health Day is simple:

Talk. Listen. Be there. 💚

Whether it’s a conversation with a friend, a family member, a colleague, or simply checking in with someone who might be having a difficult time — taking a moment to listen can mean more than we realise.

And if you’re struggling, please remember that you don’t have to face things alone. It’s okay to talk, and it’s okay to ask for help.

From all of us at Ribble Vets, let’s look after each other — and enjoy the little moments our pets bring into our lives along the way. 🐾💚

It’s good to talk. It’s even better to be heard.

09/10/2026

FOUND CAT 🐈‍⬛

A tabby domestic short-haired elderly cat that is microchipped but the details are not registered, so we can't locate the owner.
The cat was found on Manchester Road in Southport.

Please contact us on 01772 746393 if you think this may be your cat.

02/10/2026

🐾 Found Cat 🐾

Found outside Booths in Tarleton/Hesketh Bank🐾

We have had a young entire male, long haired, all black cat with no microchip or collar found and bought into the surgery on the 2nd of October.

If you think this may be your cat or know who the owner might be, please contact Ribble Vets on 01772 746393.

Please share to spread the word! 💕

02/10/2026

🐾❤️ We’d love to see which of our four-legged lifesaving heroes have attended Pet Blood Bank donation sessions at our Ribble Vets Penwortham surgery! 🩸🐶
Share your photos in the comments so we can celebrate these amazing pups who help save lives! ❤️
We’re looking forward to welcoming more donor dogs this Sunday 4th October 🐕🐾 Pet Blood Bank UK Ribble Vets

It's time for a donor dog roll call! 📣

We want to see all your amazing lifesavers 🐶❤️

Pop a photo in the comments and tell us where you donate 👇

28/09/2026

🐾 Deceased Cat – Stanfield Lane, Farrington 🐾

We are very saddened to share that a deceased cat has been brought into the practice after being found near Stanfield Lane, Farrington.

She is a Tortie female with no microchip.

If you think she may be your cat, please contact the practice for further details.

28/09/2026

🐾 Deceased Cat – West Street, Southport Area 🐾

We are very saddened to share that a deceased cat has been brought into the practice after being found near West Street/Scarisbrick Avenue, Southport.

She is a fully black female with no microchip.

If you think he may be your cat, please contact the practice for further details.

28/09/2026

🐾🩸 Could your dog be a lifesaver? 🩸🐾

We’re delighted to be hosting another Pet Blood Bank UK donation session at Ribble Vets Penwortham this Sunday, 4th October! 🐶❤️

Every dog that donates blood can help save the lives of up to four other dogs — an incredible gift from one four-legged friend to another. 🐾

If you think your dog could become a lifesaver, please visit the Pet Blood Bank UK website and register them today:

👉 https://www.petbloodbankuk.org/

There are certain criteria your dog must meet, including being fit and healthy, aged 1–8 years and over 25kg.

🐾 Please help us spread the word — every donor really can make a difference!