We’re a home-visiting mobile vet service dedicated to providing the best care for your pet.
We cover Leighton Buzzard and surrounding areas.
Your pet is part of the family, so we’ll treat them in the very best way possible. We offer a variety of services, including dignified and peaceful end of life home visits.
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We advise clients are also registered with a local bricks and mortar practice.
We will always discuss end of life care with you and look at options. We look at all aspects of your pet’s health, physical and mental health, their interactions and natural functions. We look at each case individually and their home life, we are happy to speak to all members of the family and go through everyone’s concerns.
When the time comes we can explain all the steps and options available to you. As we come to you, most of the time your pet will be relaxed and we can be anywhere where you and your pet are most comfortable. Your pet will not be aware of what is happening. It is one of the greatest kindness’ that we can do for our pets, we can prevent pain and suffering, even though it is heartbreaking. We are all pet owners ourselves and we understand the difficulty in letting a pet go. We can provide support and direct you to specialists in grieving the loss of a pet.
Many kennels and catteries require pets to be fully up to date with their vaccinations. If you are in any doubt if your pet is covered please get in touch.
We can offer dogs vaccination against kennel cough which is highly contagious and isn’t just passed by dogs in kennels. So even if your dog doesn’t go to kennels they may be at risk. Please ask us if you are unsure.
Ask us about our healthy pet club or read more about here on our website, our plan includes yearly vaccinations as well as many other benefits.
The microchip itself is about the size of a grain of rice and is injected under the skin between the shoulder blades. Occasionally they can move to other areas of the body. We will regularly check your pets microchip and make a note of the number and its location.
The microchips contain a unique number which is registered on a database with yours and your pets details. It is vital that your details are kept up to date.
There are many possible causes, such as simple dietary indiscretion (scavenging), parasites, bacteria, viruses or a disease process within the body.
Signs of particular concern are:
– blood in faeces
– blood in vomit
– dehydration
– vomiting with diarrhoea
– lack of appetite or thirst
– lack of energy
– weight loss
If your dog or cat is WELL in themselves and there is NO BLOOD in the vomit or diarrhoea:
1. Starve/fast them for 12-24hours (No food, only water).
2. Oral rehydration solutions can be offered little and often.
3. Re-introduce small, bland, low fat meals after starving for 24 hours. Ideal foods would be HPM gastro digestive support food, Hills i-d food, boiled rice or pasta with boiled chicken or fish.
4. If the vomiting and diarrhoea has resolved the normal food can be introduced gradually after 3-5 days.
If the symptoms persist, a call to the vet is needed!
If there is BLOOD in the vomit or diarrhoea always seek veterinary advice straight away.
WHAT TREATMENTS MIGHT THE VET GIVE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHOEA?
1. A special low fat highly digestible food.
2. An injection to stop the nausea, so your pet can keep food and water down, preventing dehydration.
3. A paste such as Protexin Pro-Kolin, to help bind up the diarrhoea and toxins and provide probiotics to help to normalise the digestion.
4. Gastric mucosal protectants and antacids.
5. Occasionally, if there is blood in the stool or the pet is very unwell and has a fever, antibiotics may be prescribed.
6. In young animals particularly, worming or anti-parasite treatment may also be advised.
If VOMITING and/or DIARRHOEA persists, despite supportive treatment…
When we visit your pet we will first rule out any fleas or mites on the skin causing irritation we will also treat any infection that may be there.
If we are concerned your pet may have any allergy we will discuss the treatment options and diagnosis of this.
Skin allergies can develop at any age but are usually seen in young animals. We have a set protocol for treating skin allergies and we will clearly explain the process to you if we suspect your pet has an allergy.
If your pet is shaking their head, scratching their ears, is reluctant to let you near their head, or their ear smells funny, it’s possible your pet may have an ear problem. This could be an infection, a mite, or something stuck in the ear that shouldn’t be there.
Ear disease is unlikely to resolve on its own, and the longer it remains untreated the harder it is to resolve the problem.
We’ll come out to your home in order to assess your pet’s ear. But occasionally pets need referring for further investigation.
Signs that your pet may have an eye problem are discharge, redness, cloudiness, swelling, squinting or closing the eye. These could be signs or an infection or other problem that need urgent attention.
We advise that you book your pets in for regular check-ups, especially as they approach the later years of their lives as this is where the risk and frequency of ear and eye problems increases.
It’s hard for our pets to tell us that something is wrong, that’s why it’s important that we look out for changes in our beloved pets behaviour of routine changes to ensure we’re not missing anything. During their later lives, our pets are prone to certain medical conditions such as osteoarthritis, heart disease and kidney disease. These conditions can be particularly prevalent during the colder winter months so it’s important to book your loving older citizens in for regular check-ups.
What types of care do we offer for senior pets?
– Regular, Routine Appointments.
– Palliative Care for Cats
– Arthritis Care & Treatment
– End of Life Care
– Joint Problems
– Chronic Disease Management
– Eye & Skin Care
We are also always on hand to support with general help & advice for when your pets are approaching their latter days.
What can you do to improve your pets later life?
There are also an number of things you can do in the home to help your senior pets with their day-to-day routines…
– Put litter trays and food bowls close to your pet in a convenient, easy to reach location.
– Raising the food and water bowls will prevent your pet from bending over or straining. A shallower bowl can be used instead.
– By offering food to your pet by hand, you can easily readjust the food placement while also comforting your loving companion.
– Try serving your pet smaller portions of food at a time on smaller plates or saucers as our pets occasionally lose their appetite.
– Try warming your pets’ meals, this has been known to help appetites in many cases.
– Make sure your pets are warm and cosy. Older animals, in particular, have a harder time keeping their body temperatures stable, so it’s crucial to give them a warm area to rest.
– Maintaining your pets’ familiar routines will also help to keep them comfortable.
– Avoid any major changes or disruptions to this, for example, moving furniture.
If your loved one is suffering from a terminal illness, degenerative disease or symptoms related to old age, there are many ways of managing this to keep them comfortable and happy at home.
At VetCare@Home, we take pride in treating pets like a part of the family and are available around-the-clock to assist in any way we can. Please don’t be afraid to speak to one of our caring team members if you are ever uncertain, have any concerns, or just need some advise.
We can also provide you with 10% off vouchers to give to new owners for money off second vaccines. Discounts are available depending on litter size/number of animals seen during the same visit.
When we visit your pet, we provide a body condition score that allows us to assess if your pet is an ideal weight.
Overweight pets are more likely to suffer from certain diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, heart problems and breathing problems. We offer advice and nurse run clinics to help get your pet back in shape to their ideal weight.
Fleas can cause itching, lead to skin infections and in severe cases anaemia. They also transmit tapeworm. An infestation can be hard to get rid of and require the use of treatments for your pets as well as chemical treatments for your house.
Worms can cause loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea and poor coat condition. Some worms can be passed to people (zoonotic). Some dogs and cats are more at risk of carrying worms, such as farm dogs or dogs around livestock and cats which hunt.
We advise that you speak to us about a flea and worming program to suit your pet. Many shop bought products can have nasty side effects if used incorrectly. A vet recommended product is always best.
Year round flea and worming treatment is included in our healthy pet club.
It’s vitally important to keep on top of our pets healthcare, so they can live long, happy lives, just as it is with our own. Our dedicated team of veterinary nurses are on hand to help with…
– Weight Management
– Dental Care
– Senior Pet Care
– Post-operative Care
– Diabetic Care
– Fleas & Worming
– Anal Gland Emptying
– Palliative Care
– Arthritis Care & Management, amongst others.
Our nurses are fully trained and highly qualified to diagnose and treat your beloved pets with whatever issues they may have, however, we will always consult our veterinary team should we need to.
At VetCare@Home, we take pride in treating pets like a part of the family and are available around-the-clock to assist in any way we can. If you’re unsure, have questions, or need guidance, please contact one of our caring team members.
Many chronic conditions that can affect our pets, the most common conditions we see are…
– Obesity
– Diabetes
– Dry eyes
– Glaucoma
– Kidney Disease
– Liver Disease
– Respiratory issues
– Asthma
– and Arthritis, amongst others.
Spotting signs of chronic illnesses can be difficult as a pet owner, that’s why we advise that you keep a keen eye out for any signs of change in your pets behaviour or daily routines. We also advise that you book your pets in for regular check-ups, especially as they approach the later years of their lives as this is where the risk and frequency of chronic diseases increase.
At VetCare@Home, we take pride in treating pets like a part of the family and are available around-the-clock to assist in any way we can. Please don’t be afraid to speak to one of our caring team members if you are ever uncertain, have any concerns, or just need some advise.
The laboratory services provided by VetCare@Home can help us diagnose problems with our pets without the use of invasive procedures. Our experienced team of caring nurses will carry out the sampling procedure, which will then be sealed and securely delivered to the laboratory to ensure that diagnosis and treatments are initiated promptly should a problem be detected.
Our team at VetCare@Home takes great pride in treating pets as a part of the family, and we are available around the clock, seven days a week, to assist in any way we can. Therefore, if you are in the least bit uncertain, if you have any questions, or if you are in need of some guidance, then please do not be reluctant to speak to a member of our caring team.
Our state-of-the-art mobile ambulance is beautifully designed and engineered in the UK with the help of our expert team. We have created a comfortable space for all our furry friends, and one which allows us to carry out investigative and surgical procedures thanks to the help of our best-in-class, on-board operating room.
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Put to Sleep at Home Booked in advance. Plus travel including sedation.
Put to Sleep at Home Urgent Calls
Put to Sleep at Home Out of hours
We use Orchard Pet Cremations in Heath and Reach.
Travel surcharge may apply.
40 Minute Consultation
Repeat Consultations
Consulation Same Day
Dog Booster Vaccination (Additional pets £65.)
Cat Booster Vaccination (including leukaemia) (Additional pets £75.)
Kennel Cough Vaccine
Empty Anal Glands At Time of Consultation
Nurse Empty Anal Glands
Rabbit Vaccines (combined Myxo RHD plus) (Additional rabbits £60.)
Puppy & Kitten Vaccines (Additional pets £65.)
Microchips At Time of Consultation
Microchips On Their Own (Additional pets £20.)
Geriatric Pack (Includes a blood test, urine test and full examination.)
Written Prescription
Dedicated Time With A Registered Vet Nurse
Half an hour
An hour
Opening Times
VetCare@Home
Peak Pharmacy
17 Lake Street
Leighton Buzzard
LU7 1RS
Monday to Friday
9:00am to 5:00pm
Emergency care
Out of hours and emergency care appointments are available, please contact your local branch for more information.
For urgent care out of hours please contact Vets Now in Milton Keynes on 01908 509500. Please note this is not a home visiting service.
To book an appointment or to talk to a member of our team please email us here. Or give us a call now on 01525 300031
Areas Covered
Vet Appointments:
Visits over 5 miles from the branch will have a travel charge of £3 per mile.
Booking an appointment
If you’d like to arrange for us to visit your pet at home, you can either book online or phone.
We reserve a few emergency and end of life care appointments each working day, please call us to book in your appointment.
Need help? Get in touch at any time call 01525 300 031 or email info@vetcarehome.co.uk
