Welcome to Special Friends
Animal Medical Centre

Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm
Saturday 9am to 1pm
Sundays & Public Holidays - Closed

Tim’s Surgical Column.

September's Surgical Column candidate is Maisie, a plucky 10 month old Australian Terrier belonging to our very own practice manager. When Maisie reached 9 months old, she developed a condition known as Legg Perthe’s disease which affected her right hind leg, and which ultimately required surgery on her right hip join.


Just a reminder to get those lumps and bumps checked out before they create too much of a problem; in May we were presented with a great big problem which needed some major surgery to sort out!



Latest News

  • New Addition to our Team

    Special Friends are pleased to announce a welcome addition to our team with the recruitment of receptionist Stephanie Webb.
  • Watch Out, Watch out Easter is About!!!

    With Easter just around the corner I thought I would just mention a few things to keep out of reach of Fido, Felix and Flopsy!! The following things are all going to be around over the next few weeks with the lead up to the big day! And as ever, prevention is definitely better than cure!
  • Winter Newsletter 2012

    With the Shorter days and cold nights – it’s all too easy for pets to spend to spend too much time lounging about in the warm rather than getting out and about! Add to this, the deluge of seasonal treats and the winter months can be very challenging weight wise!
  • Psychic Pets & Micro Chipping!

    Some cats and dogs seem to have an uncanny ability to find their way home after being away for long periods of time they seem to know which direction they should follow even if they have never taken that route previously.
  • Rabbit Awareness Week

    Rabbit awareness week runs from 15th September to the 22nd September 2012. We are offering FREE rabbit health checks during this period. Ring 01527 67402 for your FREE appointment.
  • Dogs Die in Hot Cars

    Don’t cook your Dog – Every year dogs in cars are cooked – literally from the inside, even with the windows down. The RSPCA are called to approximately 6,000 dogs in distress in hot cars every year.
  • Don't Touch

    'If you come across a young wild animal that appears to have been abandoned, do them a favour and DON'T TOUCH. Parents of young animals are usually watching nearby waiting for you to go.
  • The Special Friends VIP Plan

    We at Special Friends Animal Medical Centre know the importance of vaccinating your pet and have a sensible worm and flea prevention programme in place.

  • Summer newsletter 2012

    At Last – summer’s here! But whilst we enjoy the lovely summer weather, it’s worth sparing a thought for our pets. Here we look at a few steps you can take to keep them fit and well.
  • Potentially Life Threatening Parasite Angiostrongylus Vasorum.

    Unlike intestinal worms, once inside the dog’s system, this parasite travels through the body eventually ending up in the heart..
  • Spring Newsletter 2012

    How healthy are your pet’s teeth and gums? Around 85% of pets over three years of age suffer from some degree of dental disease, causing ill health and pain
  • Vet In A Van

    Are you an animal owner who would benefit from the convenience of a fully qualified vet making a house call to visit your pet?