PROMOTION SOUTHFIELD Southfield Veterinary Centre he fulfilment of the dream that 1had for Southfield trimming, hand stripping, nailclips, carand teeth cleans Veterinary Centre when I joined the practice 16 years ago was realised this summer, I always sw the practice had great potential and having worked in Veterinary hospitals and large practices before I joined, I knew that one day it could grow big enough to become a Veterinary Hospital. Our clients were dedicated to their pets and this is what they wanted. So,after almost a year we at last got there.. the building work is finally finished and hand stripping. The Royal Veterinary College approved Southfields o be ahospital in lune of this year and we are the only Veterinary Hospital in the area. This does not change how services are delivered by us, but means that we can offer more services of a higher quality. For instance, since the "We can offer more services and the Hospital status gained. We now have a water treadmill in our hydrotherapy unit of a higher quality and this is run by our qualified hydrotherapist Caroline Drysdale. Caroline has been operating this service from 12th March we have had, and will continue to have, staff April along with our physiotherapist Lizzie who oversee on the premises who are available 24 hours a day. Ifyour the rehabilitation of patients with mobility issues and also pet has to stay overnight then you can feel comfortable those following orthopaedic susgery. The water treadmill there is someone with them. can also be used to aid weight loss, fitness and even This high level of care is the future of our animals just exercise for fun! Caroline also offers canine health as we want to strive for excellence and offer the massage therapy. care to our patients that modern soclety wants for their Our dog groomer Beverley began on 3rd Apr il. She has been a level 3 qualified groomer for many years with experience of working with all breeds of dogs. Beverley offers a range of services that include elipping, bathing much loved pets Dr. Verity J Gritths BScHons) MA VetMB GPCert SAS) GPCert(EM &S) MRCVS Senior Director & Voterinary Surgeon, South Walks Road, Dorchester, Dorsot DTT 1DU 01305 262913