COVID UPDATES – Coronavirus in Pets?

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We have had many phone calls over the past few days asking if pets are at risk from the coronavirus, here are answers to some common questions regarding the virus and pets. Do animals get coronaviruses? Coronaviruses are very common in animals and there are many different strains (types) which are different from COVID-19. In general, they normally cause problems …

Lucky Jack saved from a deadly human medicine

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Jack, a one-year-old sprocker, was rushed to Donview Veterinary Centre in Inverurie after eating a box of human anti-inflammatory pain killers called naproxen. Naproxen, a common medicine that can be bought without prescription to reduce inflammation and pain, is highly toxic to both dogs and cats. Even eating one of the tablets could potentially have proved fatal or caused acute …

Thanks to our receptionists!

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Did you know that today is Annual Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Day? Today is aimed at celebrating the vital contribution of veterinary receptionists who are the first port of call to you, our clients. Veterinary receptionists not only book all your routine appointments but are also the first person you speak to in an emergency. They try to ensure the smooth …

Recruiting – Office / Practice Manager

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Experienced in Office Management and looking for a new challenge? Donview Veterinary Centre; an award winning Veterinary practice based in Inverurie & Kintore are looking to employ a full time Office / Practice Manager to oversee the provision of excellent customer service within our busy and growing veterinary practice. Applications are invited from candidates who can demonstrate their previous experience …

Lungworm Alert!

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Lungworm, caused by Angiostrongylus vasorum is gradually becoming increasing common throughout the UK and Ireland.  In affected dogs, clinical signs can range from a mild cough to life threatening bleeding problems. Slugs and snails can carry the larval stage of Angiostrongylus vasorum and if dogs eat slugs and snails, they can become unwittingly infected. Some pets seem to have a …

Spring 2017 Newsletter!

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Spring 2017 Newsletter! Please click to download and read our latest newsletter! Keeping your pet in shape this Spring Things pets eat! Caring for your older pet Lungworm aware Rabbit teeth  

Donview Winter 16/17 Newsletter!

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Donview Winter 16/17 Newsletter! It really does feel today like winter is here! ? So its time to take a look at our latest newsletter with loads of useful information to prepare your pets for winter including Christmas Calamities, fleas through the winter, winter aches and pains, and winter worms! Click the link below to download our newsletter in PDF …

Pet Health Articles Launched!

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Pet Health Articles Launched! We have just uploaded 6000 information fact sheets onto our website on almost everything there is to know about pets. From medical conditions, drugs, dog breeds, behaviour, nutrition, breeding, parasites and much more. Plus we have a number of ‘How To Videos’ including how to medicate your pets ears! Please take a look at let us …