Airdrie Vets4Pets

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Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 19:00
Thursday 08:30 - 19:00
Friday 08:30 - 19:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00
Sunday Closed

Parking details

Free parking at front of the practice.

Meet the team

Vets

Lucy Mcleod

Veterinary Surgeon

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What is the best names you have come across?

A pug called Phil Mitchell

What is you're fav famous animal?

Dolly the sheep- a pioneer

What is the best aspect of working with vets4pets?

The fantastic team in Airdrie, making even the worst days enjoyable!

Charlotte Mahood

Veterinary Surgeon

Nurses

Alisha MacKinnon

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse and Clinical Lead

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Alisha graduated in 2013 with a first class honours degree and she also won the university medal. She has worked at the practice as a nurse since graduating and was promoted to head nurse in 2021 and became clinical lead at the start of this year. She is a clinical coach for training students and has a certificate in exotic nursing.

She has 3 gerbils currently and has owned guinea pigs, hamsters and chinchillas in the past and is passionate about small furries which is what encouraged her to do her exotics certificate a few years ago. We don't see a lot of exotics at the practice but for those we do see (rabbits, guinea pigs and rodents mainly) Alisha runs specific clinics for them to discuss with owners their range of nutritional, environmental, health and husbandry needs. She is also very passionate about animal welfare in general across all species, behaviour / training and preventative medicine.

Alisha's hobbies are pretty varied and she is known for always being up to something! She is a qualified scuba diver, does a lot of hiking/hillwalking, running, cycling, paddleboarding, wild swimming, rock climbing/bouldering, Clubbercise and going to the gym - anything that keeps her busy and active. To chill out she also enjoys relaxing in a sauna, watching the telly, reading a book or scrolling through Tiktok videos for hours on end and wondering where the day has gone!

Statement from Alisha:

I love working for Airdrie Vets4Pets as we are such a close team who work well together. We will socialise outside of work, have all become good friends and although the job can be very stressful at times, we all support each other and we have lots of amazing clients and patients. I love that all staff members are included in making up the practice protocols and every member of the team is valued. We have regular meetings and are always striving to improve our standards and services. We all do our best to create a happy working environment whilst also still providing a top class service to our clients and patients.

Caitlin Reilly

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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What is your favourite animal and why? I have a few favourites which are difficult to narrow down to just one... However my top 3 have to be dogs, otters and wolves What pets do you have and what are their names? I currently have a Yorkshire Terrier called Tallie What's the best pet name that you've ever come across? It has to be Hairy Pawter What is your favourite famous animal? My favourite famous animal has to be Remy from Ratatouille What's the best aspect of working with Vets4Pets? Working with a wonderful team that are all dedicated in providing the best possible care for all of our lovely clients and their pets!

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Chelsea Faulkner

Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Favourite animal and why:

Fruit bats because they are such a unique and interesting species of bat and they’re super cute. Just google a video of them eating!

What pets do you have and what are their names?

I have three small crossbreeds called Ruby, Kaizer and Wilson!

What are the best pet names you have come across?

Mick and Paddy the cats!

What is your favourite famous animal?

Remy from Ratatouille, Pascal from Tangled and Donkey from Shrek

What’s the best aspect of working with Vets4pets?

I love that I feel excited to come to work every day because i know no matter what the day holds the team will always pull together to get through it while maintaining the highest standards of patient care!

Saffron Taylor-Edwardson

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Non Clinical

Amanda O'Dowd

Client Care Advisor

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What is your favourite animal and why? I'd probably need to pick dogs. I think it would be a very sad world without them! I'm very fond of orcas and otters too. What pets do you have and what are their names? I have 3 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. My oldest is Izzie, who is very spoiled being our only girl. She was my first agility dog and we competed at Crufts 2014 together which was a huge achievement! George is our middle child and has a bit of a quirky personality. We started competing in agility last year and he's way too fast for me to handle. Charlie is the baby of the family and loves to wind up his sister. He's just started his training and is coming on great! What's the best pet name that you've ever come across? It's probably bad to say my own.. but I think George the Cavalier is pretty cool. What is your favourite famous animal? Hedwig, Pigwidgeon, 101 Dalmations puppies, Lady from Lady&theTramp, Eeyore, Charlotte from Charlotte's Web.. it's too hard to decide on one. What's the best aspect of working with Vets4Pets? Seeing all of the pets who come to visit us, as well as meeting staff and clients who are crazy about their animals.

Lynn Knipe

Practice Manager

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Lynn Graduated with a BSc Hons Degree in 1999 from the University of Glasgow. After working as a zoo keeper for many years she joined the practice in May 2015. She started off as Receptionist and Animal Care assistant making her way up to Senior Client Care Advisor and has been Practice Manger since April 2022.

On her days off Lynn can often be found outside wandering the hills, bird watching, canoeing, running and even the odd game of golf. When it rains her favourite past time is knitting or crocheting with her feet up and a large Gin. That’s if she is not performing in theatre with her Amateur Dramatic Group.

At home Lynn has one black and white cat by the name of Mr Rupert Giles, Giles for short as all you Buffy fans will know. She also has a Goldfish called Wally and a Giant African Land snail called Sydney.

A word from Lynn “I really enjoy working for Airdrie Vets4pets. We all say it, but the team are amazing. We all look out for each other giving support and advice, making the practice a happy and friendly place to work and thrive. Our first priority each and every day is patient care making sure our pets and their owners get the care and love they deserve.”

Catherine Ferguson

Registered Veterinary Receptionist

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Catherine started with us in August of 2018, she has completed her bronze, silver and gold BVRA courses and is now a Registered Veterinary Receptionist and is also working a couple of days learning ACA.

When Catherine is not at work she can be found walking Bella the boxer and playing with her 2 rescue gerbils Bert and Ernie, to relax she loves to read and go for a swim.

A word from Catherine "I love working for Airdrie Vets4Pets as we are such a close team and really do support each other, i love meeting all the animals and their owners and giving them the best experience possible.

Jemma McMullen

Client Care Advisor

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What is your favourite animal and why?

Dogs as they have always been in life and offered loads of great cuddles over the years.

What pets do you have and what are their names?

I have a 2 year old Yorkshire Terrier called Holly.

What is the best pet name you have come across?

Chewbarka

What is your favourite famous animal?

Hatchiko, i loved the story and then the film was made.

Whats the best aspect of working with vets4pets?

Everyone has been really welcoming but i'm not going to lie, getting to pet dogs all day is the icing on the cake.

Yvonne Reilly

Client care Advisor

Sam Lyon

Client Care Advisor

About us

Vets4Pets Airdrie is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray and ultrasound. Plus, on site car parking too!

The friendly team can't wait to meet all of their new clients!

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Services

Emergency cover
Even if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
Anaesthesia
General anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.
Bereavement Support
Making the decision to say goodbye to your pet is one of the toughest you’ll ever make. Pets provide us with unconditional love, friendship and comfort, so it is normal to have intense or conflicting emotions when it comes to euthanasia. At Vets4Pets we’re here for you and your pet for every step of your journey together.
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Biochemistry
Allows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.

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Blood Pressure Monitor
Used to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
Blood Transfusion
Treats many critically ill cats and dogs and our pioneering blood donor programme helps keep them alive.
Cardiology
Cardiology
Chemotherapy & Cancer Treatment
Dogs and cats that receive chemotherapy feel normal the day they are given the drug.
Dentistry
The treatment and prevention of dental disease
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Digital X-Ray
Digital X ray equipment is available.
Ear Surgery
Ear Surgery service is available to keep your pet free from any infections.
ECG
ECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
Echocardiography (heart scans)
Generates a 2D moving image of your pet's heart.
Electrolyte
Enables the assessment of critical blood chemicals such as sodium and potassium.
Haematology – Blood testing
Allows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
Health Plans
Designed to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
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In-house Laboratory
A range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
Isolation Unit
A special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
Locally Owned
This practice is locally owned.
Medication
Medication
Microchipping
A microchip can help retrieve lost pets
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Nurse Clinic
Appointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
Nutritional Advice
Advice and support for your pet's diet.
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Oncology
Medical care of cancer.
Operating Theatre
An operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
Orthopaedics
Surgery of joints and bones.
Oxygen Chamber
Enables us to provide supplemental oxygen when needed.
Pet Passport / Animal Health Certificate
Trained Official Veterinarian vets to issue Pet Passports, Fit to Fly letters and rabies serology tests.
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Prescriptions
We can provide written prescriptions upon request.
Separate Cat & Dog Wards
Separate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
Ultrasound
Generates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
Weight Clinic
Monitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
X-Ray
Generates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
X-Ray & Ultrasound
X-Ray & Ultrasound