Dog Friendly Accredited Vets
Beacon View is proud to have been accredited by the Dog Friendly Clinic Scheme, an initiative run by Dogs Trust and the British Veterinary Behaviour Association (BVBA), to ensure the most comfortable veterinary care experience possible for dogs and their owners. We felt the scheme sat perfectly along side our Fear Free approach to veterinary care.
Many dogs find vet visits stressful, which can result in them being unwilling to enter clinics, being difficult to examine, and worried during treatment. The Dog Friendly Clinic scheme helps practice staff develop dog behaviour knowledge and skills so they can recognise and address early signs of anxiety and improve the welfare of dogs whilst in the clinic.
Through the scheme created by Dogs Trust and the BVBA, canine experts provide the tools for our team to learn more about dog behaviour, including how pain and health conditions can be contributing factors to behaviour, and how to reduce the impact of visiting the vet for dogs.
Our Dog Friendly Facilities include:
- Reception and consulting rooms
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- Spacious off street parking for a stress-free transfer to the reception area
- A warm welcome at reception in our cat only area, including pheromone diffusers and non-slip floors
- Our team have undergone additional Fear Free® training to help reduce the stress of veterinary visits for you and your pets
- Longer than average appointments (20 minutes) as standard
- Climate control in kennels, consulting rooms and reception
- If you listen carefully you will hear classical music playing in the background which is show to reduce stress in dogs
- Treatment and diagnostics
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- The latest digital x-ray and ultrasound machines
- Specialist endoscopic equipment
- In house laboratory and blood analysis machines
- State of the art surgical suite including anaesthetic monitoring equipment and patient temperature control
- Dental suite including dental x-ray
Not all vets are created equal. Be part of a practice where your pet is treated as a member of the family, and you are considered a partner in your pet’s care.
Lynne Frackleton
I have only just registered my dogs with this surgery as just moved to the area. I’m so impressed, I have 2 rescue dogs who are not happy about coming to the vets, they have been so patient with them, have not rushed them and I am so grateful for that. Amazing team, always willing to help, would recommend 100% to friends and family.
Bob Audley
Recently registered our two dogs with Beacon View and signed them both up to the 'Complete Care Club' which is excellent value. Having access to a vet who opens seven days a week and also gives access to an on-line vet 24/7 gives you real peace of mind.
Sian Sims
Thank you Claire and Josh for your efficient and comprehensive care of our little rescue dog, Summer. We now feel completely reassured and confident and cannot recommend or thank you enough!
Steve Salter
We were recommended Beacon View by a very experienced, but retired vet we know. They didn’t disappoint, lovely & friendly, but more importantly very knowledgable staff. We have a plan in place for a long term sick dog and feel comfortable we moved to the right vets who will look after our very important furry members of the family. Would happily recommend. Thank you!
Louise Felton
Claire is absolutely brilliant and Reggie adores going to the vets! They are professional and kind and handle the animals very well. Booking an appointment is easy and uncomplicated and as I work full time they are always accommodating. We trust Beacon View to look after our lovely dog and keep him well. Thank you Claire and all your team.
Ag Ellie
I continue to be incredibly impressed with Claire and her team. We joined the practice back in March and both our feline friends are members of the Beacon View Vet Pet Club. Claire has a magical touch - I don't know how she does it, but both cats turn into cooperative and humble creatures, when they're with her (not always the case at home). Everyone in the practice has been kind, warm and very responsive. Whenever I have a question or a problem, Claire is there to reassure me and offers immediate check ups, so I can put my mind at ease. Lily has been through hell, having recovered in the recent months from being hit by a car last year, so she's very special to us. Only last week we had a scare after I found a strange lump on her chest. Claire made a swift decision to remove it and check it out - luckily it wasn't malignant and we all sighed with relief. Lily is behaving as if she never had the surgery and the post-op wound is healing nicely. I could praise Claire and her team all day, but to summarise - I couldn't wish for better vet care for my two cats. Thank you, Beacon View Vets!
Betty Briant
The care given by Beacon View vets is exemplary. Everything is explained in detail so you are well informed and can make good decisions about your pets health. Thank you team.
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