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A world of real-life cases, experiences and advice celebrating our wonderful pets

A Close Call: Marvin’s Story

A Close Call: Marvin’s Story

Dotty’s High-Flying Mishap Has a Happy Ending

Dotty’s High-Flying Mishap Has a Happy Ending

Ozzie’s Troublesome Toes

Ozzie’s Troublesome Toes

One step at a time: Angus’ story 

One step at a time: Angus’ story 

A Sticky Situation For Gus

A Sticky Situation For Gus

Marlow’s Skin Story: Getting to the Bottom of Chronic Skin Disease

Marlow’s Skin Story: Getting to the Bottom of Chronic Skin Disease

Common Summer Pet Parasites: How to Spot Them Before They Become a Problem

Common Summer Pet Parasites: How to Spot Them Before They Become a Problem

Hairballs Hospitalise Slinky The Ferret

Hairballs Hospitalise Slinky The Ferret

Dogzilla’s Eye Ulcer: When a Tiny Eyelid Growth Became a Big Problem

Dogzilla’s Eye Ulcer: When a Tiny Eyelid Growth Became a Big Problem

Oscar’s Dental Journey: A Happy Ending for a Sore Smile

Oscar’s Dental Journey: A Happy Ending for a Sore Smile

Back on Her Paws: Teasel’s Story

Back on Her Paws: Teasel’s Story

Keeping Pets Safe in Hot Weather: Recognising and Preventing Heatstroke

Keeping Pets Safe in Hot Weather: Recognising and Preventing Heatstroke

Sting In The Tail On Spaniel’s Holiday

Sting In The Tail On Spaniel’s Holiday

A Silent Emergency: Remy’s Fight Against a Life-Threatening Internal Bleed

A Silent Emergency: Remy’s Fight Against a Life-Threatening Internal Bleed

A Closer Look at Ear Infections in Pets

A Closer Look at Ear Infections in Pets

More Than a Snotty Nose: Poppy’s Story

More Than a Snotty Nose: Poppy’s Story

Pins, Patience and Puppy Energy: Goose’s Road to Recovery

Pins, Patience and Puppy Energy: Goose’s Road to Recovery

When Eye Injuries Refuse to Heal: Fudge’s Story

When Eye Injuries Refuse to Heal: Fudge’s Story

Preparing Your Puppy for Stress-Free Vet Visits

Preparing Your Puppy for Stress-Free Vet Visits

Rapid Response to GDV: Maisie’s Emergency Case

Rapid Response to GDV: Maisie’s Emergency Case

When a Routine Case Isn’t Routine: Raffles the Greyhound’s Story

When a Routine Case Isn’t Routine: Raffles the Greyhound’s Story

Changes to EU Pet Travel: Guidance for UK Pet Owners

Changes to EU Pet Travel: Guidance for UK Pet Owners

A Rocky Ride: Bumble Bee’s Journey to Emergency Surgery

A Rocky Ride: Bumble Bee’s Journey to Emergency Surgery

One Cat, Three Conditions: Merry’s Story

One Cat, Three Conditions: Merry’s Story

Not Just a Hairball: Ellie’s Journey with Feline Asthma and Bronchitis

Not Just a Hairball: Ellie’s Journey with Feline Asthma and Bronchitis

Looking After Those Who Care for Your Pets – Supporting Mental Health in the Veterinary Profession

Looking After Those Who Care for Your Pets – Supporting Mental Health in the Veterinary Profession

Curiosity, Collision, Comeback: Dozer the Dachshund’s Orthopaedic Journey

Curiosity, Collision, Comeback: Dozer the Dachshund’s Orthopaedic Journey

The Importance of Routine Health Checks – Milo’s Story

The Importance of Routine Health Checks – Milo’s Story

From Infection to Investigation: Willow’s Bladder Stone Diagnosis

From Infection to Investigation: Willow’s Bladder Stone Diagnosis

A Toxic Tumble: Indie’s Fall into Diesel

A Toxic Tumble: Indie’s Fall into Diesel

Tango: A Case of Conservative Management and the Body’s Ability to Heal

Tango: A Case of Conservative Management and the Body’s Ability to Heal

Balancing Risk and Benefit: Bazil’s Anaesthetic and Surgical Journey

Balancing Risk and Benefit: Bazil’s Anaesthetic and Surgical Journey

A Nose for Trouble: Willow, Campylobacter and a Stolen Sock

A Nose for Trouble: Willow, Campylobacter and a Stolen Sock

Pet Of The Year 2025

Pet Of The Year 2025

More Than a Scratch: Tilly’s Journey with Ear Tip SCC

More Than a Scratch: Tilly’s Journey with Ear Tip SCC

Not Just a Lump: Mimi’s Diagnosis

Not Just a Lump: Mimi’s Diagnosis

Cosmo’s Courage: A Remarkable Journey Through Tetanus and Recovery

Cosmo’s Courage: A Remarkable Journey Through Tetanus and Recovery

Shepton and Wells Vets Provide Critical Care for Baby – A Cat with Severe Intussusception

Shepton and Wells Vets Provide Critical Care for Baby – A Cat with Severe Intussusception

Remember This Face? – Dobby’s Journey

Remember This Face? – Dobby’s Journey

Supporting The Next Generation Of Vets – At Shepton And Wells Vets

Supporting The Next Generation Of Vets – At Shepton And Wells Vets

Tis The Season: How To Keep Your Pets Safe This Christmas

Tis The Season: How To Keep Your Pets Safe This Christmas

Never Underestimate a Broken Nail: A Veterinarian’s Cautionary Tale from Both Sides of the Exam Table

Never Underestimate a Broken Nail: A Veterinarian’s Cautionary Tale from Both Sides of the Exam Table

How Cats Protection Helped Make Our Home Feel Whole Again

How Cats Protection Helped Make Our Home Feel Whole Again

Sox the Cat: From Cystitis to Surgery – A Tale of Nine Lives and Dedication

Sox the Cat: From Cystitis to Surgery – A Tale of Nine Lives and Dedication

A New View on Life: Boris the One-Eyed Farm Cat’s Miraculous Recovery

A New View on Life: Boris the One-Eyed Farm Cat’s Miraculous Recovery

Teething Troubles: Why Your Puppy’s Teeth Might Need a Vet’s Help

Teething Troubles: Why Your Puppy’s Teeth Might Need a Vet’s Help

From Sick to Celebrating: How Roco Made It to His 14th Birthday

From Sick to Celebrating: How Roco Made It to His 14th Birthday

Brucella Canis and Imported Dogs: Why Responsible Testing Matters

Brucella Canis and Imported Dogs: Why Responsible Testing Matters

From Rescue to Recovery: Waffle’s Journey to Healing

From Rescue to Recovery: Waffle’s Journey to Healing

Remarkable Milo: A Tail of Curiosity, Courage, and Healing

Remarkable Milo: A Tail of Curiosity, Courage, and Healing

Beta’s Baffling Week: Fever, Thirst, and a Patchy Haircut

Beta’s Baffling Week: Fever, Thirst, and a Patchy Haircut

How to Care for a Pet After Surgery

How to Care for a Pet After Surgery

Lottie’s Story: Managing Allergies in a Young Golden Retriever

Lottie’s Story: Managing Allergies in a Young Golden Retriever

Ralph’s Rough Start: A Case of Juvenile Cellulitis

Ralph’s Rough Start: A Case of Juvenile Cellulitis

Crikey, That’s A Poorly Dog!

Crikey, That’s A Poorly Dog!

Uncovering the Cause: Novak’s Unexpected Abdominal Infection

Uncovering the Cause: Novak’s Unexpected Abdominal Infection

How Bella Bounced Back from Hypoparathyroidism Cramping Her Style

How Bella Bounced Back from Hypoparathyroidism Cramping Her Style

A Curious Cat and a Dislocated Hip: Bosco’s Road to Recovery

A Curious Cat and a Dislocated Hip: Bosco’s Road to Recovery

Reggie’s Wound Healing Saga

Reggie’s Wound Healing Saga

A Scratch, a Setback, and a Surgery: Reggie’s Story

A Scratch, a Setback, and a Surgery: Reggie’s Story

Taking the Fear Out of Vet Visits

Taking the Fear Out of Vet Visits

Crackles, Collapses, and Clues: A Pekingese’s Pulmonary Puzzle

Crackles, Collapses, and Clues: A Pekingese’s Pulmonary Puzzle

Waggy Tails, Countryside Walks And Bacon Rolls: Life According To Inez – A Catch Up

Waggy Tails, Countryside Walks And Bacon Rolls: Life According To Inez – A Catch Up

Gut Stasis in Rabbits: How Quick Action Saved Sushi

Gut Stasis in Rabbits: How Quick Action Saved Sushi

Hip and Elbow Scoring at Shepton and Wells Vets

Hip and Elbow Scoring at Shepton and Wells Vets

Bella’s Battle with Evans Syndrome: How Blood Donor Dogs Helped Save Her Life—Twice!

Bella’s Battle with Evans Syndrome: How Blood Donor Dogs Helped Save Her Life—Twice!

Delightful Delilah’s Dazzling Discovery!

Delightful Delilah’s Dazzling Discovery!

Oral and Mammary Lumps in Boxer dogs: Lola’s Case

Oral and Mammary Lumps in Boxer dogs: Lola’s Case

Storm’s Sock Saga: A Puppy’s Close Call

Storm’s Sock Saga: A Puppy’s Close Call

Double Trouble: A Tale of Two Pyothoraxes

Double Trouble: A Tale of Two Pyothoraxes

Rolo’s Road to Recovery: How a Limping Pup Got His Bounce Back

Rolo’s Road to Recovery: How a Limping Pup Got His Bounce Back

Managing Senior Pet Care: Boots’ Journey Through Surgery and Managing Kidney Disease

Managing Senior Pet Care: Boots’ Journey Through Surgery and Managing Kidney Disease

A Tail of Hope: Diagnosing and Treatment of SRMA for Beau

A Tail of Hope: Diagnosing and Treatment of SRMA for Beau

Lily Poisoning

Lily Poisoning

Adder Bites: Lady’s Encounter

Adder Bites: Lady’s Encounter

How To Keep Your Pets Safe This Spring

How To Keep Your Pets Safe This Spring

The Journey Of Blackberry

The Journey Of Blackberry

Tiggy the Irish Terrier – An unusual case

Tiggy the Irish Terrier – An unusual case

A Pawsitive Outcome After a Prickly Situation

A Pawsitive Outcome After a Prickly Situation

Elderly rescue dog finds love again and gets relief from lump

Elderly rescue dog finds love again and gets relief from lump

LEPTOSPIROSIS – WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?

LEPTOSPIROSIS – WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?

A difficult few weeks for the Beagle Brothers, Bailey and Bruno

A difficult few weeks for the Beagle Brothers, Bailey and Bruno

Alfie the not so perfect puppy

Alfie the not so perfect puppy

Pet Dental Health Month – February

Pet Dental Health Month – February

Pet Of The Year 2024

Pet Of The Year 2024

Microchipping: So much more than just identification

Microchipping: So much more than just identification

Holly the Labrador’s unexpected mass discovery

Holly the Labrador’s unexpected mass discovery

Canine and Feline Obesity

Canine and Feline Obesity

Vaccines: The importance of vaccinating your pet – Expert Advice from Shepton Vets

Vaccines: The importance of vaccinating your pet – Expert Advice from Shepton Vets

Marjory the Three-Legged Chameleon

Marjory the Three-Legged Chameleon

Holiday Hazards for your pets: 12 risks to avoid a visit to us this Christmas! 

Holiday Hazards for your pets: 12 risks to avoid a visit to us this Christmas! 

Multiple conditions in Alfie the Border Terrier

Multiple conditions in Alfie the Border Terrier

Could Your Dog Be a Lifesaver?

Could Your Dog Be a Lifesaver?

Cashew the Courageous Ferret

Cashew the Courageous Ferret

Saddleback’s Triumph: A Tale of Feline Resilience

Saddleback’s Triumph: A Tale of Feline Resilience

Barney’s Brave Journey: Overcoming Double Cruciate Ligament Injury

Barney’s Brave Journey: Overcoming Double Cruciate Ligament Injury

Super Charged Ozzy Ate Battery from Dog Toy

Super Charged Ozzy Ate Battery from Dog Toy

The Importance of Dental Care for Pets: A Vet’s Perspective

The Importance of Dental Care for Pets: A Vet’s Perspective

Bailey’s Weight Loss Journey: A Tale of Canine Transformation

Bailey’s Weight Loss Journey: A Tale of Canine Transformation

Badger’s Battle: A Tale of Corneal Ulcers and Canine Resilience

Badger’s Battle: A Tale of Corneal Ulcers and Canine Resilience

From Rescue to Home

From Rescue to Home

Labradors are known for their large appetites

Labradors are known for their large appetites

Heros story: A Tale of Resilience and Hope

Heros story: A Tale of Resilience and Hope

A Festive Warning: The Dangers of Christmas Treats for Dogs

A Festive Warning: The Dangers of Christmas Treats for Dogs

Amber’s Close Call: Foreign Body Removal and the Importance of Early Intervention

Amber’s Close Call: Foreign Body Removal and the Importance of Early Intervention

Being firework Ready for your cat

Being firework Ready for your cat

Being firework Ready for your dog

Being firework Ready for your dog

Heart Surgery Saves Puppy’s Life

Heart Surgery Saves Puppy’s Life

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Cats

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Cats

From Mystery Toe Removal to Fracture Repair

From Mystery Toe Removal to Fracture Repair

Surgical Mystery with a Happy Ending

Surgical Mystery with a Happy Ending

From Rescue to Lap of Luxury

From Rescue to Lap of Luxury

Dog Ear Infections: Causes, Treatment & Preventing Recurrence

Dog Ear Infections: Causes, Treatment & Preventing Recurrence

Dog Osteoarthritis (OA)

Dog Osteoarthritis (OA)

Senior Pet Care in Winter

Senior Pet Care in Winter

Early Intervention for Misaligned Teeth

Early Intervention for Misaligned Teeth

Sophie’s Splenectomy Story

Sophie’s Splenectomy Story

Cat Cystitis: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention Tips

Cat Cystitis: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention Tips

From Road Accident to Recovery

From Road Accident to Recovery

Pet Safety Tips for Autumn: Fireworks, Fireworks & Halloween

Pet Safety Tips for Autumn: Fireworks, Fireworks & Halloween

Why Clean Your Dog’s Teeth?

Why Clean Your Dog’s Teeth?

A Second Chance for Curious Kovu

A Second Chance for Curious Kovu

Canine Ladder of Communication: Understanding Dog Body Language

Canine Ladder of Communication: Understanding Dog Body Language

Pet Emergencies: What to Do & First Aid Kit Essentials

Pet Emergencies: What to Do & First Aid Kit Essentials

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Pet Allergies: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Options

Pet Allergies: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Options

Pet Allergies in Spring & Summer: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment at Shepton & Wells Vets

Pet Allergies in Spring & Summer: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment at Shepton & Wells Vets

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Dinky and Daisy

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Dinky and Daisy

Saying Goodbye to Your Pet

Saying Goodbye to Your Pet

Dog Heatstroke: Symptoms, Causes & How to Help Your Overheated Dog

Dog Heatstroke: Symptoms, Causes & How to Help Your Overheated Dog

Summer Pet Safety: BBQ Foods, Pollen & More Dangers to Avoid

Summer Pet Safety: BBQ Foods, Pollen & More Dangers to Avoid

Summer Parasite Control for Dogs & Cats

Summer Parasite Control for Dogs & Cats

Pet Dental Care: Brushing, Treats & When Your Pet Needs a Dental Exam

Pet Dental Care: Brushing, Treats & When Your Pet Needs a Dental Exam

Celebrating 100 Years of Shepton & Wells Vets: A Look Back at a Century of Caring for Animals

Celebrating 100 Years of Shepton & Wells Vets: A Look Back at a Century of Caring for Animals

A Day in the Life Helping Animals at Shepton & Wells Vets

A Day in the Life Helping Animals at Shepton & Wells Vets

Celebrate National Pet Month: The Joys & Responsibilities of Pet Ownership

Celebrate National Pet Month: The Joys & Responsibilities of Pet Ownership

Can You Take Wildlife to the Vet?

Can You Take Wildlife to the Vet?

Tick Season is Here! Protect Your Pet with Pet Health Plans & Tick Removal Tips

Tick Season is Here! Protect Your Pet with Pet Health Plans & Tick Removal Tips

Pet Dental Health Month: Don’t Neglect Your Pet’s Smile!

Pet Dental Health Month: Don’t Neglect Your Pet’s Smile!

Spaying Your Pet: Benefits, Procedures & Keyhole Surgery Options at Shepton & Wells Vets

Spaying Your Pet: Benefits, Procedures & Keyhole Surgery Options at Shepton & Wells Vets

Considering Guinea Pigs as Pets? A Guide to Care, Habitat, Health & Fun Facts!

Considering Guinea Pigs as Pets? A Guide to Care, Habitat, Health & Fun Facts!

Dog Theft on the Rise During Pandemic: How to Protect Your Canine Companion

Dog Theft on the Rise During Pandemic: How to Protect Your Canine Companion

Vinnie the French Bulldog’s Brush with Danger

Vinnie the French Bulldog’s Brush with Danger

Pet Vaccinations: Why They’re Important & What Diseases They Protect Against

Pet Vaccinations: Why They’re Important & What Diseases They Protect Against

Pet Dental Care: Why is it Important & What to Expect During a Procedure?

Pet Dental Care: Why is it Important & What to Expect During a Procedure?

Top Tips for Keeping Pets Safe This Autumn & Winter at Shepton & Wells Vets

Top Tips for Keeping Pets Safe This Autumn & Winter at Shepton & Wells Vets

Understanding the Costs of Pet Care

Understanding the Costs of Pet Care

Easter Dangers for Dogs: Chocolate, Baked Goods & More! Keep Your Pup Safe

Easter Dangers for Dogs: Chocolate, Baked Goods & More! Keep Your Pup Safe

Pioneering Pet Care with Advanced Technology & Procedures

Pioneering Pet Care with Advanced Technology & Procedures

Why Microchip Your Cat? Avoid This Heartbreaking Story & Reunite Faster!

Why Microchip Your Cat? Avoid This Heartbreaking Story & Reunite Faster!

Feral Cat Colonies: Problems, Solutions & How Shepton & Wells Vets Can Help

Feral Cat Colonies: Problems, Solutions & How Shepton & Wells Vets Can Help

Feline Tooth Resorption

Feline Tooth Resorption

Veterinary Nurse: What They Do & Why You Should Consider the Career

Veterinary Nurse: What They Do & Why You Should Consider the Career

Summer Travel with Pets

Summer Travel with Pets

A Day in the Life of a Country Vet: Unexpected Shift from Pets to Farm Animals

A Day in the Life of a Country Vet: Unexpected Shift from Pets to Farm Animals

Fireworks Night & Pet Anxiety: Calming Products & Desensitisation Tips

Fireworks Night & Pet Anxiety: Calming Products & Desensitisation Tips

Wells Vets Opens! Shepton Vets Expands to Serve the Community

Wells Vets Opens! Shepton Vets Expands to Serve the Community

Helping Dash Bounce Back

Helping Dash Bounce Back

Pet Nutrition & Your Vet: Working Together for Optimal Health

Pet Nutrition & Your Vet: Working Together for Optimal Health

Pet Insurance: Costs, Coverage & Choosing the Right Policy for Your Dog or Cat

Pet Insurance: Costs, Coverage & Choosing the Right Policy for Your Dog or Cat

100th Keyhole Spay Surgery! Benefits & Recovery of Laparoscopic Spaying

100th Keyhole Spay Surgery! Benefits & Recovery of Laparoscopic Spaying

Tiny Fracture to Full Recovery

Tiny Fracture to Full Recovery

Considering a Puppy or Kitten for Christmas? Prepare for a Rewarding (and Demanding!) Commitment

Considering a Puppy or Kitten for Christmas? Prepare for a Rewarding (and Demanding!) Commitment

Pet Vaccinations: Importance, Risks & Why You Should Trust Your Vet

Pet Vaccinations: Importance, Risks & Why You Should Trust Your Vet

Feline Pancytopaenia Alert! Cat Food Recall & Importance of Early Warning

Feline Pancytopaenia Alert! Cat Food Recall & Importance of Early Warning

Summer Holiday Pet Checklist: Travel Essentials & Kennel Tips

Summer Holiday Pet Checklist: Travel Essentials & Kennel Tips

Resilience and Recovery from a Dog Attack

Resilience and Recovery from a Dog Attack

Rodenticide Risk, a story of

Rodenticide Risk, a story of

Ultimate Guide to Guinea Pig Care: Diet, Habitat, Health & Breeding

Ultimate Guide to Guinea Pig Care: Diet, Habitat, Health & Breeding

Adder Bites in Dogs: Spring Dangers & Treatment at Shepton & Wells Vets

Adder Bites in Dogs: Spring Dangers & Treatment at Shepton & Wells Vets

Rewarding Wildlife Releases – Buzzards & Little Grebes

Rewarding Wildlife Releases – Buzzards & Little Grebes

Bored of the Bowl? Fun Feeding Ideas to Keep Your Cat Entertained at Mealtime

Bored of the Bowl? Fun Feeding Ideas to Keep Your Cat Entertained at Mealtime

Is Your Pet Overweight? Shepton & Wells Vets Guide to Pet Weight Loss

Is Your Pet Overweight? Shepton & Wells Vets Guide to Pet Weight Loss

From Urinary Tract Infection to Bladder Stone Removal

From Urinary Tract Infection to Bladder Stone Removal

Safe Holidays for Pets! Avoid These Christmas Dangers & Have a Happy Pawliday

Safe Holidays for Pets! Avoid These Christmas Dangers & Have a Happy Pawliday

Considering Getting a Pet? Essential Questions Every New Owner Should Ask

Considering Getting a Pet? Essential Questions Every New Owner Should Ask

Keeping Chickens as Pets: Essential Tips for Beginners

Keeping Chickens as Pets: Essential Tips for Beginners

Help Your Dog Through Fireworks! Consultation & First Aid Tips

Help Your Dog Through Fireworks! Consultation & First Aid Tips

Beating Lymphoma with Chemotherapy

Beating Lymphoma with Chemotherapy

Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Signs, Treatment & Amelie’s Recovery Story

Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Signs, Treatment & Amelie’s Recovery Story

Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips: Keep Your Dog & Cat Cool This Summer

Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips: Keep Your Dog & Cat Cool This Summer

Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Animal Care

Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Animal Care

Cats Protection Charity & Shepton & Wells Vets: Helping Feral & Rescue Cats

Cats Protection Charity & Shepton & Wells Vets: Helping Feral & Rescue Cats