The Rural Vet Clinic

14/10/2026

Double the chaos but double the fun tonight at The Rural Vet Clinic 🐶🐶🥳🥳
We are delighted that our monthly puppy parties have been increasingly popular, so tonight we had 2!!!! We split the group to allow the pups to gain confidence with dogs similar in size to themselves, we think it was hit and we hope everyone who came along did too! 😊

06/10/2026

We will be broaching a bottle of Bultavo BTV 3 vaccine on Friday. Please contact us if you have any requirements for single doses.

03/10/2026

30/09/2026

🐴🥳 Something exciting has arrived 🥳🐴

We've got some new kit and we think our equine patients will approve!

Our endoscope allows us to perform detailed examinations of the airway, while our dental equipment supports us in providing high quality dental care. 🦷

Here's a little snapshot of Alisdair using our new toys on Rodger.

If you are interested in either of these services then please give us a call ☎️

25/09/2026

🐍 Not our usual Friday but we have a baby snake handed into the practice, found Dunbar court Stranraer. Please give us a call if it may belong to you 🐍

16/09/2026

If you would like to attend our next puppy party please get in touch with the surgery. Please note all pups must be fully vaccinated and no older than 5months

10/09/2026

🐑 It’s that time of year where you need to make sure your tups are in tip- top shape and ready for tupping 🐑

With bluetongue virus circulating in the area it’s even more important this year to ensure it hasn’t had an impact on your tup’s fertility.

We are offering tup fertility testing to give you peace of mind before they need to do their job. This involves a full clinical examination, collection of semen sample and analysis of s***m count and viability under the microscope.

Tups can be brought into the surgery or we can come out to farm.

📞 please get in touch for more information 📞

24/08/2026

We are holding four local Bluetongue update meetings across Dumfries & Galloway this week. With the BTV-3 situation continuing to develop and a Temporary Control Zone now in place, we will share the latest information, explain what it means for your business, outline what we are pressing for and answer questions from attendees.

Meetings will take place at:

• Monday 24 August, 7pm – Cressfield Hotel, Ecclefechan
• Tuesday 25 August, 7pm – Dumfries Auction Mart
• Wednesday 26 August, 7pm – Wallets Mart, Castle Douglas
• Thursday 27 August, 7pm – Wigtownshire Rugby Club

All farmers and crofters in the area are welcome, whether NFU Scotland members or not. There is no need to book, and non-members can find out more about our work and how to add their voice to NFU Scotland.

Hear directly from NFU Scotland on what we know, the latest position from the Scottish Government, what NFUS is pressing for and what happens next. Local auctioneers and veterinary practices will also join us to provide practical updates and answer questions.

20/08/2026

🚨 BLUETONGUE: NEW CONTROL ZONE INTRODUCED IN DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

The Scottish Government has today (20th August) announced a Temporary Bluetongue Control Zone in the Dumfries and Galloway area.

As there is no treatment for the virus, prevention through vaccination and restricted movements in affected areas remains the best defence. If you are not already on a waiting list for vaccination please contact us for an update on the vaccine situation.

The key points for livestock keepers are:

🔴 A Temporary Control Zone is now in place around the affected area while investigations continue.

🚫 Movement of susceptible livestock into, out of or within the Temporary Control Zone is restricted and may require a licence. This includes cattle, sheep, goats and other susceptible animals.

There are a number of detailed rules covering animal movements, licences, testing and vaccination, so livestock keepers should check the official guidance before moving animals.

👉 Scottish Government – Temporary Bluetongue Control Zone:
Read the full announcement and detailed guidance⁠:

https://www.gov.scot/news/temporary-bluetongue-control-zone-introduced/

The key facts above are based on the Scottish Government announcement published 20 August 2026 and the UK Government’s situation update, also updated today.

Animal movement restricted in an area around Dumfries and Galloway.

18/08/2026

Just a little reminder to our farm clients about the AHDB TB meeting tomorrow night at Green Valley. We understand they have planned in an additional Bluetongue (BTV) session where lead vet will give an update, discuss and answer questions relating to the current BTV situation.

Book your place at:

Join us to find out why TB levels are changing in Scotland and what you can do on your farm to reduce risk.