Herd & Flock Health Plans
Our aim is to work with local farmers in order to increase productivity and improve animal welfare. Whether you have…
Services
Pilgrims’ services.
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Vettings
Purchasing a new horse or pony can be a daunting decision. We are available to help you make the decision…
Rounds Visits
Fundamental preventative health care should be made affordable and our vets focus this work in different areas on different days…
Routine and Advanced Dentistry
Our equine vets are qualified and experienced in all aspects of routine dentistry, from basic rasping to standing extractions. We…
Lameness Investigation
Of all the equine problems we encounter, lameness is among the most common and our equine vets are well experienced…
Surgery (Equine)
Many procedures such as castrations, lump removals, and wound closures can be performed on your premises, anywhere in the Dorset…
Parasite Control (Camelids)
Camelids are particularly susceptible to internal parasites such as worms, coccidia and liver fluke. External parasites such as lice and…
Vaccinations
There are currently no vaccinations licensed for alpacas and llamas, however they are susceptible to many of the same disease…
In-House Lab
Our fully equipped in-house laboratory is capable of performing various routine blood tests, haematology, faecal worm egg counts, and investigation…
Pregnancy Diagnosis
Knowing which cows and heifers are pregnant and having an idea on calving dates can make management of a suckler…
TB Testing
Routine TB tests in Hampshire and Dorset are performed annually, however there are some additional regulations that relate to animals…
Disease Testing / Screening
Many diseases (such as BVD, Johne’s, Leptospirosis, IBR and Neospora) can significantly reduce productivity through their impact on fertility and…
Vaccinations (Cattle)
There are various diseases that can severely affect productivity but which are preventable via vaccination. For example, pneumonia can severely…
Nurse Clinics (Cats)
Our experienced qualified veterinary nurses are always on hand to give you free advice and help with any issue, or…
Home Visits (Cats)
Because, sometimes, it’s just better for your cat not to go through the stress of a trip to the vet:…
Surgery (Cats & Dogs)
We use modern anaesthetic techniques tailored to the health status of your pet to minimise negative circulatory effects and maximise…
The Chicken Vet
The majority of the poultry work undertaken at Pilgrims is focussed around the health and management of backyard hens. Two…
Health Planning
No matter how large or small your herd, we are able to tailor a health plan according to the specific…
Vaccinations (Sheep & Goats)
Preventative health care is a vital component of any productive unit, and vaccination is a large part of this. Clostridial…
Herd Visits
Our aim is to work with local farmers, from large scale beef and dairy units to small ‘hobby’ herds, in…
Diagnostic Facilities
All of our equipment is fully mobile, allowing a high level of investigation to be carried out on your premises….
Health Checks (Equine)
Preventative health care is a vital aspect of keeping a horse or pony. Routine visits for vaccinations are an important…
Parasite Control (Cats)
Fleas Cat fleas can be carried by cats and dogs and even brought into the house by you. As the…
Wellness Plans (Cats)
If you fear the annual health check for the large bill after picking up your year’s supply of parasite treatments,…
Blood Pressure and Kidney Monitoring
Just as people commonly suffer with high blood pressure, so do our feline friends. This can cause small bleeds on…
Neutering (Cats)
At Pilgrims we recommend that your male or female kitten is neutered or de-sexed at 4 months of age and…
Cat Friendly Clinic
We understand that our feline friends have very different needs to dogs. Car journeys are not a regular part of…
Parasite Control
Roundworms (Toxocara) These are picked up by puppies through the placenta during pregnancy and through the milk when nursing. This…
Nurse Clinics
Our experienced qualified veterinary nurses are always on hand to give you free advice and help with any issue, or…
Neutering (Dogs)
As vets, we seem to be preoccupied with getting your animals neutered but this is with good reason! We see…
Pet Passports
Pet travel remains unaffected by Britain leaving the EU at the moment. The procedure to issue your pet with a…
Puppy Socialisation & Classes
Saturday Morning Puppy Club Every Saturday morning from 9-9.45am, our waiting room at Blissford is open for you and your…
Wellness Plans (Dogs)
If you fear the annual health check for the large bill after picking up your year’s supply of parasite treatments,…
Home Visits
Because, sometimes, it’s just better for your pet not to go through the stress of a trip to the vet: If…
Canine Vaccinations
Vaccinations give your dog immunity against these fatal diseases: Parvovirus – this virus attacks the bone marrow and gut lining,…
End of Life Care
Seeing the decline of your long standing companion is always difficult. Sometimes, despite ageing, the decline is only temporary, while…
Dentistry
Dental health, when poor, can affect the immune system and increase the risk of heart disease as well as being…
Medical Investigations & Care
However well we know our pets, they cannot tell us what’s wrong which is why we often rely on a…
Surgery
Pilgrims Veterinary Practice use modern anaesthetic techniques tailored to the health status of your dog to minimise negative circulatory effects and…
15 Minute Consultations
15 minute consultations give us the time to get to know your dog, time to listen to your concerns and time to…
Emergency Care
At Pilgrims Veterinary Practice, we are on call for you and your best friend day and night. Rest assured that when…
Feline Vaccinations
Kittens have antibodies from their mother’s milk in their system for the first 10-12 weeks of age, giving them vital…