Goddard Vet Group

25/08/2026

There’s always time for play! 🐾🎾💙

A trip to the vets doesn’t have to be all check-ups and examinations — sometimes a little playtime in reception is exactly what’s needed! 🐶✨

24/08/2026

Loki came in to have a few tummy mats clipped and was such a sweet, well-behaved boy throughout 🐱💙

Although judging by this face, we think he may have been giving the nurses a little eye roll and saying, “Can we hurry this up please?” 😂🐾

11/08/2026

Nothing better than a cuddle and a few air biscuits! 🐱💕🐾 Safe to say someone was feeling very happy and relaxed during their visit 😻

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29/07/2026

20/07/2026

🐾 Great news for our feline friends! 🐱

We're proud to have been **reaccredited as a Cat Friendly Clinic** by the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM).

Cats experience the world very differently to dogs, which is why we've worked hard to create an environment that helps reduce stress and supports their wellbeing. Our team is specially trained in gentle feline handling, and our practice follows recognised cat-friendly standards to help every visit be as positive as possible.

Whether your cat is visiting for a routine check-up or something more complex, you can be confident they're in caring, experienced hands. 💙

16/07/2026

Protect the ones we love with our vaccination offer!

(Re)start their course for the price of a booster.*

Speak to a member of our team to book an appointment or for more information.

*subject to clinical judgement. Offer expires 31/12/26. Standard terms and conditions apply to all services

09/07/2026

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☀️ Hot weather is here – here are our top tips to help keep your pet safe 🐾

When temperatures rise, a few simple steps can make all the difference.

✔️ Keep fresh water available
✔️ Provide plenty of shade
✔️ Walk dogs in the early morning or late evening
✔️ Avoid hot pavements – use the 5-second rule
✔️ Never leave pets in a parked car
✔️ Know the signs of heatstroke
✔️ Check rabbits and guinea pigs daily for signs of flystrike

Swipe through for our top tips to help keep your pets safe during hot weather 👉

If you’re worried about your pet or notice any signs of heat-related illness, contact your local Goddard Vet Group practice for advice.

04/07/2026

☀️🥵 The temperatures are rising again, so it’s important to help keep our four-legged friends safe.

Simple things like providing plenty of fresh water, finding shady spots, avoiding the hottest part of the day and never leaving your dog in a parked car can make all the difference. 🐶💙

Watch our top tips to help your dog stay happy, healthy and cool during the heatwave.

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25/06/2026

⚠️ Hot weather warning ⚠️ Repost ⏩ Share ⏩

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of burnt paw pads.

✔️ Do the 5-second hand test before every walk.
✔️ Walk during cooler parts of the day.
✔️ Take plenty of water.
✔️ Watch for signs of heatstroke.

A little planning can make a big difference 🐶💙

18/06/2026

Annual vaccinations are important to protect your pet from harmful diseases.

Your pet’s health is important to us. If your pet’s vaccination protection has lapsed and a course of two vaccinations are needed to re-start immunity, we’ll bring their vaccinations up to date for the price of a regular annual booster.*

Speak to a member of our team to book an appointment or for more information.

*subject to clinical judgement. Offer expires 31/12/26. Standard terms and conditions apply to all services

17/06/2026

A huge thank you to one of our lovely clients for this thoughtful gift 💐💖 Your kindness means so much to the team and truly brightened our day. Thank you for thinking of us! 🐾

01/06/2026

Grass seeds may look harmless, but their barbed shape means they can travel in one direction only - into your dog’s skin, ears, eyes, paws or nose. Take a minute after every walk to check your dog over, especially during the summer months ☀️

If you notice excessive licking, head shaking, sneezing or a painful eye, contact your vet promptly 📞

22/05/2026

☀️🐶 Heatwave incoming! Before walking your dog this weekend, try the five-second pavement test 🖐️

If you can comfortably hold the back of your hand on the pavement for 5 seconds 👍, it should be safe for your dog’s paws. If not, it’s too hot! 🔥🐾

Remember to walk early morning or later in the evening, bring water, and keep your pets cool 💙

22/05/2026

☀️🐶 Is it too hot to walk your dog?

As temperatures rise this weekend, it’s important to know when a walk could become dangerous for your pet. Heatstroke can happen quickly — especially in puppies, older dogs, flat-faced breeds, larger dogs, and overweight pets.

Swipe through our guide to see what temperatures are considered safe, when to take extra care, and when it’s best to avoid walks altogether. 🌡️➡️

💧 Top tips for hot weather:
• Walk early in the morning or later in the evening
• Always carry fresh water
• Stick to shaded routes where possible
• Avoid hot pavements — if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for paws
• Never leave your dog in a parked car

If you notice excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or collapse, contact your vet immediately.

Stay safe and keep those tails wagging this summer 💙

15/01/2026

We’re proud to support the BVA In Safe Hands campaign, raising awareness of the incredible work vets deliver every day behind the scenes to protect animal health and welfare.

In this video, Sam, a vet at our 24-hour hospital in Northolt, helps Max after a grass seed becomes stuck in his ear — a small problem that can quickly become serious without expert care.

24/12/2025

🎄 Festive Hazards Advent Calendar – Day 24 – Sugar-Free Sweets (Xylitol): Dangerous for Dogs 🍬

Could your good intentions be unintentionally harmful to your dog? Xylitol, a sugar substitute often used in baked goods, sweets, peanut butter, jams, chewing gum, and even dental products, is extremely toxic to dogs. Even small amounts can be fatal.

Ingestion causes a rapid drop in blood sugar, which can lead to:
🔸lethargy and wobbliness
🔸confusion
🔸vomiting
🔸collapse
🔸tremors or seizures

In some cases, dogs may go on to develop acute liver failure. Fortunately, cats do not appear to be affected by xylitol.

🎄 Tip: Always check labels and keep sugar-free products well out of reach of dogs. If you suspect ingestion, contact your vet immediately — fast action can save lives.

23/12/2025

🎄 Festive Hazards Advent Calendar – Day 23 – Salt: A Hidden Danger to Watch For 🧂

As Christmas gets closer, pets are spending more time around decorations and festive displays. Homemade salt dough decorations may look harmless, but they contain very high levels of salt, and even one ornament can cause serious poisoning if eaten.

⚠️ Signs to watch for include:
🔹vomiting or diarrhoea
🔹reduced appetite or lethargy
🔹poor coordination
🔹excessive thirst or urination

In severe cases, tremors or seizures may occur.

🎄 Top tip: If you have salt dough decorations, make sure they’re securely out of reach and check regularly that none have fallen or been chewed.

If you think your pet has eaten a salt dough decoration, contact your vet immediately.