Case Spotlight: Rooster the Cocker Spaniel Rooster came to us due to vomiting and not wanting to eat. The culprit? A cotton reel with thread that he had stolen and swallowed a week previously! Ultrasound confirmed a foreign object in […]
Join our Small Animal Team for an interactive pet first aid evening, including practical demonstrations and expert advice. Topics Covered:– First aid kit essentials– Recognising an emergency– When to call the vet– Treating minor injuries 20th May 20266pm startSibford Village […]
Lifetime Care Club members (dogs only) The product included in your dog’s prescription will be changing from NexGard Spectra to Simparica Trio. Simparica Trio is an equally superior product, covering all the same parasites in a monthly chewable tablet. This […]
The Importance of Pet Dental Health As we head into 2026, many of us are setting health goals for ourselves, and it’s the perfect time to think about your pet’s health, too. One area often overlooked is dental care; good oral hygiene […]
On behalf of the HNVG Farm Team, we want to extend our sincerest thanks to everyone who joined us, donated, and supported our first Harvest Supper charity event. Your generosity and community spirit made the evening truly special and took […]
The Christmas and New Year period is nearly here! While we’ll be enjoying some festive treats ourselves, our top priority is keeping your pets, horses and livestock safe, healthy, and well cared for. To help you plan ahead, here’s a […]
Cases of avian influenza continue to rise across the UK, and with sustained circulation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in both commercial and backyard settings, strict disease control measures are now in force. From 00:01 on 6 […]
CMA Veterinary Investigation Findings The provisional findings of the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) ongoing investigation into the veterinary market were released yesterday. As an independent practice, we fully support the CMA veterinary investigation and its focus on improving transparency, […]
Did you know that buying medications, supplements, or treatments from unverified sources can put your pet’s health at serious risk? Let’s look at how you can buy safe pet medication. Why Counterfeit Pet Medicines Are Dangerous Counterfeit or sub-standard […]
Autumn Food Safety for Pets. As the weather cools and we swap BBQs for hearty stews, Sunday roasts, and autumn treats, new food-related risks for our pets begin to appear. Many human favourites can be harmful, or even dangerous, for […]
Summer can be a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors with your pets, but as temperatures rise, so does the risk of heatstroke in pets. While most of us are aware of the dangers to dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea […]
Brucella canis in imported dogs UK. Thinking of Adopting or Have You Already Welcomed an Imported Dog to the UK? Bringing a rescue dog into your home is an incredibly rewarding experience—especially when you’re offering a second chance to a […]
Thinking about taking your pet on holiday to Europe? Here is all you need to know. Are you planning on a trip to mainland Europe or Ireland this summer and thinking about taking your pet(s) with you? Many countries in […]
Do you have an anxious cat? Over 4 million cats are missing out on basic veterinary health checks each year. When asked why, 26% of owners said it was too stressful for them and their cats*. We know it isn’t […]
Join the Hill’s Loyalty Scheme to earn rewards on every Hill’s pet food purchase you make from Hook Norton Veterinary Group. Simply register your purchase on the Hill’s loyalty scheme website using our clinic ID (18199) and get started How […]
HILL’S PET NUTRITION: PREMIUM PET FOOD BACKED BY SCIENCE From their days as puppies and kittens to their years as senior dogs and cats, our biology-based nutrition stays a step ahead of differences you can see, feel and trust. We […]
Small Animal First Aid Talk Join us for a pet first aid evening with our HNVG Small Animal Team. The evening will include a talk and practical demonstration, with vets and nurses on hand to answer any questions you may […]
On Saturday 14th December, we were proud to sponsor a tractor for the BRILLIANT Banbury Christmas Tractor Run in aid of Katharine House Hospice. A charity dear to our hearts. We’ve been raising funds all year for them and this was […]
It’s that time of year again—the Christmas open hours are here! Of course, we are here for you 24/7 throughout the Christmas period as ever; please see the practice opening times below. 24/12 Christmas Eve, phones switch to out-of-hours […]
Laparoscopic-assisted Gastropexy This is Carman 2 days after her laparoscopic spay and laparoscopic-assisted gastropexy. Her owner opted for a preventative gastropexy to be performed at the same time as her spay to prevent the life-threatening condition of gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), […]
November is Antibiotic Amnesty Month Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasing problem worldwide, affecting both human and animal health. But what is AMR? Antibiotics are essential when treating many conditions in animals and people, but bacteria are becoming resistant to many […]
Taking Your Dog on Holiday? Here are some handy tips & links! If you are thinking of taking your dog on holiday, here are some useful things to pack to take! Bowls for food & water Microchip number & details […]
Are Fleas & Ticks bothering your pet? Read on for handy tips on how best to pre-empt a problem with fleas and ticks It’s warm and it’s wet, which means fleas and ticks are rife among the long grass. Here […]
We are really pleased to offer PetsApp to our HNVG clients. An easy, convenient way for you to be able to contact us! Use PetsApp to chat with us, order repeat prescriptions, book appointments, receive reminders, do video consultations and […]
Rabbit Awareness Week During the week of June 26th this year, we celebrated Rabbit Awareness Week! Below are the subjects we covered to help you look after your little furry friend! Gut Stasis Gut stasis is one of the main […]
Canine Brucellosis Information for pet owners: In recent years there has been an increased incidence of dogs presenting with Brucellosis. Infection is rare in the UK but Brucella Canis is endemic in various countries including parts of the EU. A […]
Laser Therapy We are delighted to now be able to offer laser therapy at our Hook Norton Branch. Laser Therapy is pain-free, non-invasive and safe way to help benefit your pet’s health How does it work? Laser therapy uses […]
Don’t forget our Easter Opening Hours this weekend! Good Friday, 29th March – EMERGENCY SERVICE ONLY Saturday 30th March – Normal Saturday hours Sunday 31st March – EMERGENCY SERVICE ONLY Monday 1st April – EMERGENCY SERVICE ONLY Tuesday 2nd April […]
Cat Microchipping – Important information From the 10th June 2024 it will become a legal requirement to get your cat microchipped. Make sure you are ahead of the game by booking your cat in with us. Please make a booking […]
Posions and Toxins to keep your furry friends away from Human Medication Toxicities Paracetamol: Paracetamol is poisonous to cats and is rapidly absorbed and signs of paracetamol ingestion may occur within 4 hours in cats, but almost always within 6-24 […]
On Thursday 15th February, we will proudly be supporting this years The Big Farming Tea-break in conjunction with LEN’S LIGHT, a legacy for Len Eadon, shining a light on mental health issues in the rural community and raising funds to […]
Nurse Clinic Consults From the 5th February all non Lifetime Care Club members will be charged a nurse consulting fee of £20 for the following clinics: – Weight clinics – Senior health checks – 7 month health checks – Pregnancy […]
Changes to the prescription of anti-parasitic treatments. On September 1, 2023, our governing body, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), changed the Professional Code of Conduct that applies to all Veterinary Surgeons. The specific part of the new ‘under […]
January is Thyroid Awareness Month! Did you know that feline hyperthyroidism is most common in cats over 9 years old? Please watch this short animation to raise awareness of the signs to look out for.
Please note that our Christmas and New Years opening hours are as follows: Saturday 23rd December – Open as usual Christmas Eve – Sunday 24th December – Emergencies only Christmas Day – Monday 25th December – Emergencies only Boxing Day […]
XL Bully Information – Certificate of Exemption, Insurance and Muzzle Clinics Certificate of Exemption In line with new government legalisation, all XL Bully owners must now have a Certificate of Exemption to keep an XL Bully dog. This must be […]
Antibiotic Amnesty Awareness Month Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasing problem worldwide, affecting both human and animal health. But what is AMR? Antibiotics are essential when treating many conditions in animals and people, but bacteria are becoming resistant to many […]
Fireworks and how to help your pet Many pets are afraid of fireworks, due to the loud noises (e.g. bangs and whistling) that they make. How can I help if my pet is feeling scared? Dogs: Ensure they are kept […]
On Sunday, 24th of September, 17 staff members of HNVG took part in the annual Dragon Boat Race hosted by The Shakespeare Hospice in Stratford Upon Avon. 24 teams took part during the day, each rowing 3x 250 meters, to […]
From the 1st September 2023, our governing body, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), changed the Professional Code of Conduct that applies to all Veterinary Surgeons. The key changes that affect you as clients and animal owners are as […]
The small animal team at the Hook Norton Hospital cares for many patients, many of whom undergo invasive surgery and require intensive nursing care. However, Dearest Danny (or Danny version 2.0, as his lovely owners now call him) has left […]
In a world where you can be anything, be kind. All the staff at Hook Norton Veterinary Group work hard to support our clients and the pets, horses and livestock in our care. Sadly, they are increasingly experiencing rudeness and […]
The final May bank holiday is upon us, and we hope you all enjoy a wonderful weekend with your families, pets/horses and livestock included (if you’re on-farm)! Here is a quick reminder of our hours this weekend: Saturday: 8.00 am […]
Thank you for your patience during the renovation of our Small Animal Reception at Hook Norton. It has been a journey – one we are happy to say we are at the end of! We have made significant changes, including […]
We are pleased to announce that we have re-opened the books for small animal client registrations, and we can’t wait to welcome lots of new paws through our doors! If you would like to register with our practice, you can […]
We are starting to improve our small animal facilities at Hook Norton, including the waiting room, which means there is some disruption. If you would like to wait in the car before your appointment, simply pop into Reception and let […]
We are raffling off not one, not two, but THREE Pupadoodle Pick n Mix advent calendars! The pawfect Christmas treat box for your dog. The winners will be announced on the 28th of November to give you time to collect […]
Our vet practice is very busy, so to help us give you the best appointment experience – please arrive in plenty of time for your appointment. Arriving 5 minutes early will give our Reception Team a chance to weigh your […]
Following the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II and the announcement of the State Funeral on Monday, 19th September, as a mark of respect, Hook Norton Veterinary Group will be closing all practice sites for routine appointments. Emergency appointments will […]
Opening hours for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Our vets are on-call if you need us, 24-hours a day and only a phone call away. > Wednesday 1st June All departments, normal opening hours > Thursday 2nd June All departments, EMERGENCY […]
As of the 1st of May, we removed the requirement to wear masks at all HNVG sites. However, if you still wish to wear a mask, you are welcome to do so, and if you feel it necessary (in a […]
We are delighted to announce Tom Righton as the newest member of the Hook Norton Veterinary Group Partnership. Tom joined the Practice in 2014 and has developed key interests in lameness and equine sarcoids, including laser surgery. Tom is also […]
We have continued to welcome a large number of new Small Animal clients into the HNVG family, and we couldn’t be more pleased to have you – welcome! We take great pride in the gold-standard level of veterinary care we […]
Due to significantly reduced staff numbers, we will temporarily close some of our branches and postpone routine appointments and operations. In doing this, we can ensure our hospital stays open to provide veterinary care to those patients who need it […]
For the month of February, Hook Norton Vets will be able to offer £15 neuter & microchip to eligible cat owners in partnership with Cherwell Cats Protection. You do not need to be registered with HNVG, but you must live […]
In addition to February’s Cherwell Cats protection £15 neuter and Microchip scheme, our Moreton-in-Marsh branch is part of the Cats Protection West Midlands Neutering Campaign (£5 neuter & microchip). This campaign is ongoing and encompasses many postcodes in our Moreton […]
Before Christmas, Aston and James, one of our brilliant suppliers, teamed up with Oxford Homeless Movement to reach the target of collecting #100coats to help the homeless of our community keep warm through the harshest season of the year. Whilst […]
Vet practices across the country face increasing pressure due to staff shortages and the huge surge in pet ownership. The Pet Food Manufacture’s Association calculated in its most recent survey that roughly 3.2 million households acquired a pet since the […]
As of 4 am, 30th November, it is a legal requirement for the public to wear a face mask/covering unless you can provide proof of exemption. Farm & Equine For farm and equine clients, whilst you are not permitted back […]
We have made the decision to close the booking of online appointments for both Hook Norton and Charlbury, as we are currently experiencing a high volume of appointment requests. Closing online booking will allow us to actively manage our diaries […]
We are delighted to announce that from the 1st of November 2021, we will be re-opening our doors to all new small animal client registrations. If you would like to register, you can do so by either: >> registering online […]
We are happy to announce that as of Monday the 11th of October, we will be welcoming clients back into our Small Animal waiting rooms. We have adjusted our waiting room layouts to enable to you sit distanced from other […]
From the 1st of October, we began opening Small Animal registrations for new clients in stages. First, we will be accepting new clients with puppies and kittens up to the age of 1 year. If you have put your name […]
Today, we have been made aware of a scam that targets the owners of missing cats that have been posted as missing online. Someone pretending to be from the PDSA has contacted the worried owner/s asking them to pay a […]
Over the past year, we’ve welcomed a large number of new Small Animal clients into the HNVG family, and we couldn’t be more pleased to have you. We take great pride in the gold-standard level of veterinary care we give […]
Did you know it is estimated around 1 in 200 cats and 1 in 300 dogs have diabetes mellitus? Diabetes mellitus occurs when then the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin to control the level of glucose that is in the […]
MKJ Group, which are completing works in Charlbury to bring the Gigaclear Ultrafast Broadband to the area, will be closing part of the Enstone road in Charlbury, delaying access to the branch from the 10th of April, for 8 days. […]
As of today the 19th of April, small animal clients attending a consultation are permitted back into the practice. Our waiting room remains closed, and clients will be called into the practice for their consultation by the attending vet. If […]
Hook Norton Veterinary Group has been crowned Best in Oxfordshire in the Best UK Vet 2021 Awards, after achieving the most top-rated client reviews over the past 12 months in this category. They have also been voted in the Top […]
As one of our valued customers, we want to make you aware of improvements we want to make to our invoicing delivery. We are asking customers to receive future invoices via e-mail rather than Royal Mail to save paper, the […]
It has come to our attention that a number of issues have arisen since Petlog updated its website on the 22nd of March 2021. We have only just been made aware of these issues, and whilst they aren’t directly related […]
How can I help prevent my dog from being stolen? There are many ways to help reduce the likelihood or desirability of your pet being stolen. Firstly, it is a legal requirement that all dogs are microchipped before they leave […]
On average, a dog giving birth to an entire litter takes 3-12 hours (from the beginning of contractions/straining). Exact timing varies, but the process should never take longer than 24 hours because, after that, the risk of a problem becomes […]
As your dog’s body prepares to give birth, her birth canal relaxes and widens, while her puppies turn around into the correct position for birth. The preparation stage of whelping often lasts between 6-12 hours but can be as long […]
For the month of February, our Deddington Branch is working with the Cats Protection and is running a £15 Neuter and Chip campaign. You do not need to be registered with HNVG, but you must live in one of the […]
This year we want you to help us create a charity calendar for 2022. We will be holding monthly competitions on Facebook, whereby you can submit pictures of your beloved pets, horses and farm animals. HNVG will draw up a […]
Following the latest COVID-19 announcement from the Government, we want to assure you we are open and the welfare of your pets, horses and livestock remains our top priority. All HNVG branches will remain open and we continue to follow […]
Whilst public fireworks display will have been cancelled, fireworks may still be let off on private land for Bonfire Night, and the surrounding days. It is still important to make our pets feel safe and secure in their home environment.
We are now able to offer our Lifetime Care Club members the option of two Direct Debit dates. Currently, the Direct Debit date is the 20th of the month. We can now offer the optional date of the 5th of […]
Next Wednesday, the 16th of September, we are holding a Blood Donor Clinic at our Moreton-in-Marsh branch. We are always on the lookout for canine blood donors to help save the lives of other dogs in critical situations where we […]
We are currently operating as normally as possible; however, we would like to remind clients of the following COVID-secure measures. You MUST NOT visit any of our sites if you > are experiencing any COVID symptoms; > have been told […]
This year Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) are going digital to help raise awareness around the 5 Welfare Needs of rabbits, in the form of a Rabbit Awareness Festival, #RAWfest2020! RAW are hosting live streams, Q&A’s, how-to guides and virtual events […]
We often post the success stories on Facebook and Instagram, to highlight the fantastic work our vets, nurses, and support staff do, day in, day out, for all the animals under our care. There is another side to looking after […]
Meet Florence, the adorable Rottweiler (who, according to her owner, still hasn’t learnt from her ordeal!) Florence presented during the COVID lockdown as an emergency in status epilepticus. The team of vets and nurses had to act quickly and calmly […]
This (big) puppy got his lower jaw stuck in a horse treat toy, as he managed to get it wedged behind his canines. Our fab team sedated him and used an electric saw from our Farm Vet Team to cut […]
Sky presented as an emergency after being kicked by a cow, she had significant, life-threatening injuries; including a flail chest and pneumothorax. A flail chest is when a section of the ribs break and then becomes detached from the rest […]
After months of continual change and adaption to COVID-19, we have decided on a new course of action, a ‘new normal’. From Monday the 20th of July, clients attending Small Animal appointments will be allowed in the consultation room with […]
Please take a look at Kitten Checklist. The checklist aims to help you find a healthy, friendly kitten and to avoid some of the pitfalls which can occur. The checklist covers both pedigree and non-pedigree cats and gives you all […]
We are pleased to announce that we are able to resume taking and submitting x-rays for the BVA Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Screening. The hip and elbow dysplasia radiographic service is run as part of the BVA/KC canine health scheme. […]
We want to share with you some stories about the wonderful pets we have been treating, during the lockdown. This is Hendricks’ story. Hendricks is a 4-year-old French bulldog. Hendricks visited us in November of last year as his owners […]
UPDATE: 20th May Following the Prime Ministers’ most recent COVID-19 instructions, we feel that it is not necessary to change our ways of working at this time. We are continuing to deliver veterinary care to your pets, horses, and livestock, […]
“My dear friends, this is your hour.” Winston Churchill on VE Day Today marks 75 years since the guns fell silent, marking the end of Europe’s war. So whilst we celebrate at home, we must remember those that showed courage […]
Spring is springing and whilst we enjoy the warmer weather, it poses some risks to our small furries. Flystrike – is when a fly lays its eggs on an animal’s skin (usually around their bottom). These will hatch into maggots […]
Hook Norton Vets remains open! However, with the current circumstances surrounding coronavirus, some of our small animal services must be altered temporarily. Please find the details below, but do not hesitate to contact us on 01608 730501 if you have […]
Due to the increased demand for our free delivery service, we have restructured it to make it more efficient with designated days for our different branch areas. Each week we will offer a delivery service to anyone within 10 miles […]
In compliance with Government advice on social distancing, to reduce the spread of COVID-19, we are asking clients to please wait in your car & ring reception to let them know you are here. If you do not have a […]
At HNVG we are always on the lookout for canine blood donors to help save the lives of other dogs in critical situations where we wouldn’t have time to get a unit of blood from the Pet Blood Bank. On […]
There has been 1 confirmed case of Alabama Rot in Gloucestershire. The disease damages a dog’s blood vessels, causes skin sores and can cause kidney failure. Not all dogs who have skin sores go on to have kidney problems but […]
Brachycephalic breeds are typically characterised by a shortened skull. This, in turn, can also affect other areas of the face including stenotic nares (narrowed nostrils), and an elongated soft palate. Brachycephalic dogs may suffer a condition called brachycephalic obstructive airway […]
