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SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals2 days ago
๐Ÿพ Supporting Hope Rescue - Giving Dogs a Second Chance ๐Ÿพ

Weโ€™re proud to share that Smart Vet Clinic is supporting our local dog charity, Hope Rescue, by sponsoring their official calendar this year! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’™

Each calendar is filled with adorable rescue dogs and heart-warming stories of transformation and hope. Every penny raised helps give vulnerable dogs across South Wales a second chance at a happy, healthy life.

๐ŸŽ How to get yours:
โœจ Pick up a copy at either of our Smart Vet Clinic locations
โœจ Or order online from Hope Rescueโ€™s shop: https://hope-rescue-shop.co.uk/collections/gift-collection/products/hope-rescue-official-2022-calendar

They make paw-fect Christmas presents for the animal lovers in your life โ€“ and every purchase helps a pup in need! ๐Ÿ’•

#HopeRescue #SmartVetClinic #SupportLocal #RescueDogs #CharityCalendar #SouthWales
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals2 days ago
๐Ÿพ Mantrailing Fun! ๐Ÿพ

We love seeing our amazing clients (and their equally amazing dogs!) getting involved in activities that keep both minds and bodies active - like mantrailing! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ‘ƒ

๐Ÿ“ธCheck out some of our team and clients enjoying some brilliant days out learning and practising this fantastic sport, following scent trails and celebrating those โ€œfound it!โ€ moments ๐Ÿ˜

โœจ Why we love mantrailing:

It provides wonderful mental enrichment for dogs of all ages.

Itโ€™s a low-impact activity, perfect for dogs who need something gentler on their joints.

Itโ€™s a great bonding experience that strengthens your teamwork.

It gives dogs a natural outlet for their instincts and energy - in a safe, fun way!

It is great confidence building exercise for your dog.

A big thank you to Taff Trailers and Discovery Dogs Swansea for running such enjoyable, educational sessions. ๐Ÿพ

Does your dog take part in mantrailing or another fun, enriching activity? Weโ€™d love to hear about it in the comments! ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ‘‡

#SmartVetClinic #MantrailingDogs #DogEnrichment #LowImpactExercise #BondWithYourDog #TaffTrailers #DiscoveryDogs #VetPhysio#HappyHealthyDogs
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals6 days ago
๐Ÿ… Huge congratulations to our very own Sian! ๐Ÿ…

Sheโ€™s absolutely smashed the Marathon Eryri (despite appalling weather on the day!) - and of course, we knew she would do it! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ช

Her JustGiving page has reached an incredible ยฃ920, and thanks to our lovely clients and team, weโ€™ve raised just under ยฃ188 here in the clinic with our Cake Sale, Raffle, & Guess The Dog Name Competition ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿพ

Thatโ€™s over ยฃ1,100 in total going toward a fantastic cause - how amazing is that?! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ

Well done, Sian - weโ€™re so proud of you! ๐Ÿ… And thank you to all our lovely clients who donated ๐Ÿ’™

There's still time to donate - https://www.justgiving.com/page/sian-edwards-8?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

#SmartVetClinic #MarathonEryri #Fundraising #VelindreCancerCentre #Support
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SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals1 week ago
๐Ÿพ Coat Sale at SMART Clinic Swansea! ๐Ÿถ
Keep your pets warm and dry this winter with top-quality coats from Hurtta, Danish Design, and Hotter Dog โ€” all at amazing sale prices!

๐Ÿงฅ Summit Parkas from ยฃ20
๐Ÿงฅ All other Hurtta coats from ยฃ25
๐Ÿงฅ Danish Design & Hotter Dog from just ยฃ5!

Pop into our Swansea clinic to grab yours while stocks last!

#SmartClinic #PetCare #DogCoats #WinterReady #Hurtta #DanishDesign #HotterDog
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SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals1 week ago
๐ŸŒŸMilo is Pet of the Month! ๐ŸŒŸ

Favourite activities: Milo loves car trips, beach walks and exploring country parks. Each season brings new scents to discover, and he takes his time sniffing along woodland trails. ๐Ÿ•

Favourite toy: His small soft squeaky monkey ๐Ÿ’ gets the most attention, though any squeaky toy (it must squeak! ๐Ÿ˜†) will do when Monkeyโ€™s in the wash.

Favourite treat: As a true Labrador, heโ€™ll eat almost anything, but fish knots ๐ŸŸ and bits of banana ๐ŸŒ (often hiding a tablet ๐Ÿคซ) are his favourites.

Special talent: Knowing the time โฐ. Milo has an impressively accurate body clock and often becomes vocal right on the hour for dinner. As he now needs tablets throughout the day (in banana or mackerel), he also reminds us at midday and 3 p.m. ๐Ÿ˜†

Owners report: Milo has always been a loyal, gentle companion who loves playing at home, car rides, countryside and beach walks, and relaxing in a sunny garden. Being food-focused made early training fun and rewarding, building a strong bond with our family. He loves snoozing on the sofa between meals and outings, recharging for more fun. Now nearly 14, he faces some health issues but takes each day in his stride, accepting short, slow walks with quiet determination. Heโ€™s still a happy dog who reminds us to appreciate each day and adapt to change.

In August 2024 Milo began struggling with his back legs, finding stairs difficult and sometimes losing balance. Medication helped a little, and in October he was referred to the SMART Clinic. Under the care of Mel, Rosie and the team, he improved through acupuncture, massage, hydrotherapy, laser therapy, pain management, and gentle exercises such as slow walking, pole stepping and square standing.

A year on, weโ€™re so grateful for the care he receives. Though some days are tough, regular treatment means far more good days than bad. Heโ€™s done so well that we recently enjoyed a holiday in Cornwall - walking on beaches, paddling in the shallows and taking in all the new scents. He did brilliantly and loved every minute!

Well done Milo and his very dedicated family ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ’™
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals
SMART Specialist Veterinary Referrals2 weeks ago
๐ŸŒŸ Best of Luck, Sian! ๐ŸŒŸ

Tomorrow, our fantastic colleague Sian will be taking on one of the UKโ€™s toughest marathons - the Eryri Marathon - and we couldnโ€™t be prouder! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธโ›ฐ๏ธ

Sheโ€™s running in support of the incredible Velindre Cancer Centre, and has already smashed her fundraising target of ยฃ500! ๐Ÿ™Œ Thank you SO much to everyone who has donated and supported along the way.

๐Ÿ’› Thereโ€™s still time to donate to this fantastic cause:
๐Ÿ‘‰ https://www.justgiving.com/page/sian-edwards-8?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Last week, we hosted a fundraiser in clinic with:
๐ŸŽ‚ A delicious cake sale
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ A raffle
๐Ÿถ And a Guess the Name of the Dog competition!

โœจ Prize Winners:

Digby (looking very pleased with himself - see pic! ๐Ÿ“ธ) won some yummy Millieโ€™s Wolfheart treats ๐Ÿพ

Sookie (see pic - we promise sheโ€™s happy! ๐Ÿ˜…) won the mystery dog name competition!

And congrats to Tracey and Theo for bagging prizes too! ๐ŸŽ‰

A huge shoutout to our wonderful clients for your support - weโ€™re so lucky to have such a kind and generous community.

๐ŸŽฝ Good luck tomorrow, Sian - weโ€™ll all be cheering you on every step of the way!! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’™ #TeamSianE #EryriMarathon #Velindre #SmartVetPhysio #ProudTeam