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On the 31st of May we held an Open Day. As well as visitors having the opportunity to see behind the scenes on the practice tour, there were informative displays and charity stands. We held a charity raffle with all proceeds going to the animal charities. Thank you to Cats Protection, Dogs for the Disabled, Guide Dogs, Norton Radstock College and Jo from Ace Dog Training for coming along to support us.
We hope everyone that attended enjoyed the day!
(Click on the thumbnail images to view the large version)
 Cats Protection charity stand  Guide Dog stand with volunteers and their dogs  Guide Dog stand with volunteers and their dogs  Dog for the Disabled representative  Rocket from Norton Radstock College  Olivia in the 'Creepy Crawlies' room  Cathryn promoting National Vaccination Month Amnesty  Merlin demonstrating great self control !  Bil with Merlin & Molly  Alice at the start of the practice tour  Ali in theatre  Louise introducing our staff and RCVS Accreditation  Stephanie explaining the importance of in-patient care  Sophie on-hand to give dental advice
In October we held our annual client evening which was once more a great success. Over 100 of our clients attended to hear seminars given on a variety of topics.
Lydia Hasson, our Head nurse, covered feline communication and behavioural needs of the cat.
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Jenny Rawling, one of our vets,
discussed common feline ailments.
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Hayley Jones, a representative from Royal Canin,
covered the nutritional needs of cats and how
they differ to humans and dogs.
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Clients were given personal nutritional
advice for their cat and free
food samples
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Advice on cat vaccines and stress in cats were also available.
A surprise draw was made to win some Royal Canin food. Congratulations to 'Beanie' who won 4 months worth of Royal Canin food.
Some feedback made by our clients about the evening:
'Thank you for this evening. I found it very informative'
'More evenings- very informative!'
'Was a very helpful evening!'
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Did you know a 13 year old cat is the human equivalent of 68 years old? Or that a 10 year old dog is the equivalent to a human in their 60's ?
Older pets are more prone to certain age related diseases which, if diagnosed early before signs develop, can be managed more effectively.
During August & September we are pleased to be able to offer a 50 % discount on our Senior Health Screen for pets over 8 years of age if taken up at the time of vaccination. After seeing the vet for a physical health check and vaccination, we can offer an appointment with one of our qualified nurses who will take the necessary samples from your pet and offer any other preventative advice you may be interested in.
If you would like to take advantage of this offer during July & August, please let the receptionist know when making the appointment for your pets vaccination.
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High blood pressure is as much a concern in our pets as it is in people. During June we held a competition in the reception area highlighting the health concerns due to this condition and the treatments available.
Congratulations to Mrs.Copp with Poucher who entered our competition on Blood Pressure Monitoring and won a bottle of Moet Champagne. Mrs. Copp correctly answered 3 questions on hypertension (high blood pressure).
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Every 12 weeks, one of the nursing team is chosen for the Nursing Achievement Award. This award is given to a member of the team who has:
- Shown additional commitment to the job above and beyond their normal duties.
- Been a positive member of the team that have been efficient and helpful towards other team members and clients.
As a Thank You in recognition for their hard work, each winner is given £25 in Mall vouchers and a certificate.
2007 Winners
Alison Almond
Student Veterinary Nurse
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Joanne Watts
Veterinary Nurse
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Olivia Culver
Veterinary Nurse
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The New Year sees the launch of our new Nurses Clinic aiming to improve
the mobility of pets at Avenue Veterinary Centre.
If you would like to find out more about this free clinic to see if we can help your pet
get their bounce back, please contact Lydia or Olivia at the practice on 0117 9569038
Blood Donors Needed
- November 2007.
We are all familiar with being asked to donate blood. Pets need help too !
With advances in Veterinary Medicine we are able to offer more complex treatments, meaning we can undertake life-saving operations and procedures, which without a blood donor would not be possible. Unfortunately for pets, we do not have a National Blood Transfusion Service as there is for humans, and so we must rely on owners like you supporting this service. It is important that we have as many pets registered as possible to increase the likelihood of finding a suitable donor when it is required. By registering your pet on our Blood Donor List you will help our vets give other pets a life-saving transfusion.
There are criteria that allow us to use your pet. This ensures we do not put your own pet at any risk as well as providing healthy, useable blood.
- Be a registered client of Avenue Veterinary Centre
- Be between 1 and 8 years of age
- For dogs, weigh more than 25 kg
- Be generally healthy and receive regular veterinary preventative health care
- Have an even, calm temperament
- Have not travelled outside the UK
What would happen next ?
Once you have registered your pet on our Blood Donor list, we would contact you when a transfusion for a particular case was required. If you and your pet were available to come into the practice, we would then ask you to attend the practice immediately for the procedure. Your pet's fur on their neck would be clipped allowing us access to their vein. We would take a sample of blood to check your pet's red blood cell count was adequate. If this was the case, a volume of blood would be taken from your pet. This would then be mixed with an anti-coagulant and given to the patient. Your pet would be given intravenous fluids and a meal before returning home with you. As a thank you to you and your pet for giving blood, your pet will receive a FREE VACCINATION BOOSTER AND HEALTH CHECK from us when it was next due.
Should you wish to register or have any further questions about this service or the procedure, please do not hesitate to speak to one of our receptionists.
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Childrens Drawing Competition: 'My pet & I'
- January 2007
Are you a budding artist ? Enter a drawing of you and your pet and you could win an Easter Egg!
Entries will be displayed in reception and a draw will take place on the 6th of April.
Age categories:
- 3yrs - 6 yrs
- 7yrs - 10 yrs
- 11yrs - 14yrs
Please write your name, age, address and telephone number on the back of your drawing, and hand it in to reception.
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