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Founded by David Crooks in the 1950s as a traditional mixed

practice in the manner of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’, we have

now grown to supply modern veterinary care from our Cheadle

surgery and hospital at Meir Park while still maintaining our

original philosophies and caring for your pets as much as you do.

We supply caring and professional veterinary services to small

animals, horses and farm animals in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-

under-Lyme and the Staffordshire Moorlands. As we provide our

own 24/7 out of hours service, you will always be seen by one of our

regular vets.

We also offer referral services in small animal surgery and internal

medicine at our hospital in Meir Park.

Here at Meir Park Veterinary Hospital, we provide all you

could expect from a veterinary practice and much more.

Despite our hospital status, we maintain the traditional

values of a small animal surgery and we are always here for

you and your furry friend whenever you need us!

Located in the family community of Meir Park, we provide a

home from home experience for your pet(s), making them

feel calm, comfortable and loved during their time with us.

Our purpose built veterinary hospital and hospital status

allows us to provide our own 24hr nursing care on site should

your pet require treatment or hospitalisation, so that we can

keep a close eye on them at all times.

Our own vets also provide a 24/7 out of hours service, so if

you need us at any time of the day or night, you will not be

asked to travel to another site, and you will always be seen by

one of our regular vets!

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Here at Meir Park Veterinary Hospital, we provide all you

could expect from a veterinary practice and much more.

Despite our hospital status, we maintain the traditional

values of a small animal surgery and we are always here for

you and your furry friend whenever you need us!

Located in the family community of Meir Park, we provide a

home from home experience for your pet(s), making them

feel calm, comfortable and loved during their time with us.

Our purpose built veterinary hospital and hospital status

allows us to provide our own 24hr nursing care on site should

your pet require treatment or hospitalisation, so that we can

keep a close eye on them at all times.

Our own vets also provide a 24/7 out of hours service, so if

you need us at any time of the day or night, you will not be

asked to travel to another site, and you will always be seen by

one of our regular vets!

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Meir Park Veterinary Hospital (Stoke-on-Trent) 01782 385285

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Set in the heart of the countryside, here at Lime Trees

Veterinary Clinic we provide caring and professional

veterinary services to your horses and farm animals, as well

as your domestic pets.

We aim to make visiting the vets the most comfortable

experience possible for both you and your pet(s), with the

warm, homely feel of our veterinary clinic.

Out of hours or for more complex procedures your pet may be

referred to our Hospital at Meir Park where 24 hour nursing

care is provided.

Lime Trees Veterinary Clinic (Tean Road, Cheadle) 01538 752117

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Routine Consultations

At each consultation with the vet, your pet will always have a thorough examination and you will be able to raise any concerns

and ask any questions you may have.

Should your pet require treatment, there will always be an opportunity to discuss options with our friendly vets, who will give you their professional advice while always taking into

consideration your preferences.

All consultations are by appointment only. Please call or visit a surgery to book in.

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Vaccinations

Dogs Your dog should be regularly vaccinated against

• Canine parvovirus

• Canine distemper virus

• Leptospirosis

• Infectious canine hepatitis

• Kennel Cough

Dogs should always have an initial vaccination course (usually when they are puppies at around 6-8weeks of age) which consists

of two injections spaced 4weeks apart. Vaccinations should then be done annually after the initial

vaccination course.

Lime Trees Veterinary Surgeons are proud to be using the latest and improved vaccinations which now protect against even more strains of Leptospirosis - meaning that, with us, your favourite

furry friend is better protected than ever!

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Vaccinations

Cats Your cat should be regularly vaccinated against

• Feline infectious enteritis

• Feline herpes virus

• Feline calicivirus

• Feline leukaemia virus

Cats should always have an initial vaccination course (usually when they are kittens at around 9weeks of age) which consists of

two injections spaced 3weeks apart. Vaccinations should then be done annually after the initial

vaccination course.

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ID Chipping

It is always advised to get your pet microchipped - especially cats and dogs - to enable them to be more easily reunited with you

should they ever go walkabouts!

Microchipping may be done at any time, but our vets prefer to get it done sooner rather than later, and it is often done at a puppy's/kitten's second vaccination of their initial course.

While collars and tags can get lost or removed, microchipping is

a permanent and effective way of identifying your pet.

The ID chip is usually inserted between your pets' shoulder blades and gives them a unique code, which can be scanned and matched to your registered details on a national database.

As of April 2016, all dogs MUST be microchipped by

law.

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Neutering

If you do not wish to breed from your pet, neutering is always recommended to stop any unwanted accidents and it also has its

own health benefits. Dogs Dogs can be castrated from 6months of age. This eliminates the chance of testicular tumours and reduces the risk of prostate problems and tumours around the bottom. It also helps with

aggression and sexual behaviour.

Bitches Bitches can be spayed from 5months of age as long as they are not in season (otherwise at least 1month after the end of the season). Spaying stops bitches having seasons, litters or false pregnancies. It also prevents potentially life-threatening infections of the womb and reduces the risk of mammary

tumours.

Cats Cats can be neutered from 5months of age. Castration prevents Toms spraying and therefore creating a smelly environment and also reduces fighting and wandering which can lead to disease

transmission. Spaying prevents Queens from potentially life-threatening infections of the womb as well as unwanted pregnancies.

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Complex Cases

As well as all routine surgeries such as neutering and dentals, our vets also see more involved, non-routine surgical procedures and accept

referral cases. Internal Medicine Referrals Seen by Hywel Parry BVM&S CertSAM MRCVS. Examples of these

cases include:

• Unexplained weight loss, vomiting or diarrhoea

• Respiratory disease, cough or collapse

• Excessive thirst and hormonal conditions

• Anaemia and clotting disorders

• Investigation and staging of cancers

• Urinary tract disorders

Surgical Referrals Seen by Nick Williams BVSc CertSAS MRCVS. Surgeries performed for

conditions such as:

• Fractures, tendon and muscle injury

• Joint problems, growth deformities and canine hip dysplasia

• Urinary incontinence

• Ear and eye diseases

• Airway disorders

• Complex cancer surgery

• Heart, lung and diaphragm disease

• Gastric dilation and volvulus

• Prostate, bladder, kidney, liver and splenic diseases

Cardiology Referrals Seen by Mike Holgate BVetMed CertVC MRCVS.

Mike provides a mobile cardiology referral service and is available to see cases at Meir Park Veterinary Hospital.

Dermatology Referrals

Seen by Sarah Ambler BVetMed CertVD MRCVS. Sarah provides a mobile dermatology referral service and is available

to see cases at Meir Park Veterinary Hospital.

Please visit www.meirparkreferrals.co.uk for more information

Nurse Consultations

We have a number of registered veterinary nurses and student nurses who are able to assist you and your pet.

Free Puppy/Kitten Checks If you have a new puppy or kitten, our nurses would be happy to give them a full health check to ensure that they have a clean bill of health, answer any questions you may have and give you their

professional advice. Our nurses are also able to check and sex bunnies.

Nurses are unable to prescribe any medication, any issues of this nature would have to be seen by a vet.

Puppy Parties

We hold regular puppy parties at both our Meir Park and Cheadle branches, which are run by two nurses. Our puppy

parties are a great way to socialise your new pup with others of the same age and who are at the same stage in their vaccination

course - this means it's safe for them to play together! We send out our puppy party invites, but if you are interested, please call your surgery to find out when our next one is and if

your puppy is able to come.

Behavioural Consultations If you have a behavioural query with your pet you can book in for a behavioural consultation with Kathy, one of our veterinary

nurses. Please call your surgery for full details and to see when Kathy is

available.

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Hospital Tours Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a veterinary

hospital? We are offering FREE TOURS around our Meir Park veterinary hospital with one of our veterinary nurses. This will allow you to be able to see where your pet would be staying should they ever

require hospitalisation or treatment with us.

You will be able to meet some of our team and see the hard work and commitment that they put in on a daily basis, and the love and affection your pet would get during their stay with us.

Just call 01782 385285 to book your free tour now!

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Walk-in Dog Ward, Meir Park Veterinary Hospital

Prescriptions

If your pet should require long-term medication, prescriptions are available from this practice.

3monthly reviews are required as part of our practice

protocol, and these consultations are a chance for you to discuss your pets medication with a vet and raise any concerns you may

have. Repeat prescription consultations are charged at a reduced price.

If you require a repeat prescription, please allow at least 48 hours notice for collection, as all prescription only medicines

must be authorised by a Veterinary Surgeon. Please allow additional time for weekends and bank holidays. Some items may need to be ordered in specially and require a

longer period of notice.

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Pet Health Plans

We believe that a proactive, preventative approach to your pet’s

healthcare is far better than waiting until your pet is vulnerable,

ill or suffering to put things right. We want to make responsible

pet ownership simple and affordable, which is why we have

designed these Pet Health Plans for cats and dogs.

This includes:

• Year-round monthly tick and flea treatment for dogs, monthly flea treatment for cats

• Year-round monthly worming treatment for dogs, 3monthly worming treatment for cats

• Annual booster vaccination with a vet consultation, including a 10 point health check

• Annual 1o point health check with a vet consultation (6months after vaccination)

• No administration fee for direct insurance claims • 20% off micrchipping

• 10% off routine neutering • 10% off any food bought from the practice

• 10% off dental procedures

While offering the best possible preventative care for your pet, our health plan also offers a substantial saving over the

12months to you as their human!

Please call your surgery or pop in to see us and we will be happy to go through prices with you.

Alternatively, you can call 0800 169 9958 to sign your pet up

today!

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PetPlan Pet Insurance

Lime Trees Veterinary Surgeons are proud to be an authorised

agent of PetPlan Pet Insurance, the UK’s favourite pet insurance

provider with over 35 years experience in offering quality cover

for the nation’s pets.

We always recommend that you take out insurance for your pet,

as it is an essential safety net for you and your furry friends,

should anything ever happen to them. While we are busy looking

after your pet, pet insurance gives you peace of mind that the

financial aspect of their treatment is covered.

As an authorised agent of PetPlan, we are able to offer you

4weeks’ free insurance with immediate cover for injury or illness

for all puppies and kittens aged between 6weeks and 12months

old.

For owners with older pets, pet insurance is just as important.

Therefore, PetPlan also offer 4weeks of free insurance cover for

cats aged between 1yr and 10yrs old, and dogs aged between 1yr

and 8yrs old and, with this, pets are covered for injury

immediately and for illness after 14days.

For more details on this, please contact PetPlan directly on 0845

077 1934, call your surgery or ask at your appointment.

www.petplan.co.uk

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Terms and Conditions of Business Please be aware that you will be charged a consultation fee each

time your pet visits the vet. For ongoing problems, you may be charged a reduced price for a

revisit consultation. All bills are to be settled at the time of treatment.

Fees All our fees and drug charges are subject to VAT at the current rate. Written estimates are available on request and you will receive a detailed invoice for every consultation, surgical

procedure or transaction with us.

Methods of payment Accounts are due for settlement at the end of the consultations, the discharge of your pet or the collection of drugs/diets. We accept CASH, CHEQUE or CREDIT CARD - Electron, Mastercard, Visa, Visa Debit. We DO NOT accept American

Express.

Settlement Terms Settlement of your account is expected by us at the time of treatment and the practice does NOT extend credit. However, should an account not be settled at the time of

treatment, a reminder will be sent. Failure to pay an outstanding balance within 30 days of each treatment will result in referral to

our debt collection agency and may result in court action.

Complaints Procedure We hope that you never feel the need to make a formal

complaint, but if you do, in the first instance please contact the surgery to discuss the matter.

At this stage, we will endeavour to resolve any issues immediately. However, if you are still not satisfied, the complaint will be passed on to a senior member of staff who will get back to

you and the issue will be dealt with as soon as possible.

About Us

The partners here at Lime Trees Veterinary Surgeons are John Arnott BVMS, MRCVS and

Hywel Parry BVM&S CertSAM, MRCVS who have been committed to the health and wellbeing of all animals throughout

their long careers as veterinary surgeons.

As the practice manager, Doreen Smith ensures that the business runs as smoothly as possible and is on hand to deal with

any queries, should they arise.

Our team of friendly admin staff are always here to help you, whether it is on the end of the phone or face to face when you

visit us at the surgery.

Your pet will always be seen by a dedicated and experienced vet, who's priority is to get them fit and well again and back home

with you as soon as possible!

We have a number of registered veterinary nurses who assist the vets on a daily basis and are also on hand to help you with any

routine queries that you may have. As well as the registered veterinary nurses, we take on our own student nurses from Bottle Green Training Ltd. who enjoy the hands on experience and developing their knowledge throughout

their training.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU.

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How To Find Us

Meir Park Veterinary Hospital

Meir Park Veterinary Hospital Lysander Road, Meir Park,

Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST3 7WD

Alternative SatNav Postcode ST3 7WA

Tel: 01782 385285

Opening hours:

Monday-Friday: 8.30am - 6.30pm Saturday: 8.30am - 12.30pm Surgeries by appointment

Lime Trees Veterinary Clinic

Lime Trees Veterinary Clinic

Tean Road, Cheadle

Staffordshire ST10 1 TW

Tel: 01538 752117

Opening hours:

Monday-Friday: 8.30am-6.30pm Saturday: 8.30am - 12pm Surgeries by appointment

Visit our website www.limetreesvets.co.uk