Our emergency service has now changed, however you can still dual register for out-of-hours care. Click here to find out more.
Our May Bank Holiday opening hours are as follows for our Basildon practice: Friday 8th May – 8 am – 8 pm Monday 25th May – 8 am – 8 pm We will be open between 8 am and 8 pm for emergencies only. From 8 pm till 8 am the next day, we will …
Pet lovers are being urged to be well prepared for what veterinary experts have highlighted as a time of year which can be difficult to keep animals calm. Noisy celebrations such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, Christmas and New Year are all identified as occasions which can cause stress for pets. Help is at hand, …
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Ever wondered what it’s like to be a vet or fancied a tour of your local veterinary practice to see how they care for sick and injured animals? Now’s your chance, as Cherrydown Vets, in Cherrydown West, Basildon, is throwing open its doors for a family fun day on Sunday, June 9. Cherrydown’s Client Care …
A senior vet is urging dog owners across Essex to be on their guard after recent reports of pets being attacked by poisonous snakes. Kevin Wood, clinical director at Cherrydown Vets, which is based in Basildon and has practices in Wickford and Stanford Le Hope, has issued the warning after a number of reported adder …
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A charity which finds new, loving homes for racing greyhounds once they have crossed the finish line for the final time is urging people to be aware of Adopt a Greyhound month. Olivia Noble, the founder of Peaceful Pets, is no stranger to ensuring the welfare of animals as she is also client care manager …
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As March 29th looms the future of the UK remains uncertain. There is a possibility that we will be leaving the EU without a deal. In the event of this the UK may become an unlisted or Part II listed third country this means the current EU passports may not be valid for pets travelling …
We’re reminding pet owners they have under a month to act if they intend to travel to the European Union (EU) with their furry friend from the end of March. Kevin Wood, our clinical director, is urging pet owners to be organised with their preparations for foreign travel, should the UK leave the EU without …
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Fearless staff at Cherrydown Vets in Essex managed to raise a bomb for charity with a sponsored ‘nuclear’ obstacle race. Cherrydown’s operations support manager Emma Blackman and vets Kim Woods, Amy Andrews and Laura Axten all took part in the daunting Nuclear Races challenge and raised £700 for Dogs on the Street London, which offers …
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A leading Essex vets has invested £6,000 in new life-saving patient monitors for its flagship practice in Basildon. The equipment installed at Cherrydown Vets is used to track at-risk animals to provide a more in-depth analysis of their condition. The monitors, which are normally only seen in animal hospitals, provide real-time blood pressure readings and …
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If you have a Dog………. Dogs are not very good at keeping themselves cool so they will need your help. Ensure they have plenty of water, whether they are in the house or out on a walk. If you are at home keep the water in a heavy bowl so it can’t be easily knocked …
