Vets have been given the temporary go ahead to prescribe veterinary medicines remotely if the situation requires it, in order to limit non-essential contact in a bid to reduce transmission of coronavirus (Covid-19). Read the full story online now ow.ly/g1XO50yXmgI

We want to thank all the #FoodHeroes who have been feeding the nation 👏 Share to show your thanks! #coronavirus #StayHomeSaveLives #FoodSupply #COVID19

⚠️ Contrary to some news reports this morning, we're NOT advising that all cats be kept indoors during the #COVID19 pandemic. Only cats from infected or self-isolating households should be kept indoors as a precaution, if possible. Read our statement bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/…

It's #ThankYouThursday! Time for a well-deserved shout-out to all veterinary teams for your incredible work taking care of pets & maintaining the food chain in challenging times 👏👏👏 Do you have a message of thanks for a client or colleague? Share it here 👇 #StrongerTogether

See our statement on today’s research paper on stray dogs. The study is purely theoretical & there is no evidence that dogs play a role in the spread of #COVID19. Owners should continue to follow govt advice on caring for their pets ow.ly/oobc50zeHOO ow.ly/MuMF50zeHZN

From tomorrow, we're starting to offer an increased range of services whilst maintaining social distancing. More details at fhvets.co.uk/covid-19.htm

Do you rear youngstock in cattle? We want to hear from you – please fill out our short survey. As a thank you, we’ll send you a free headtorch bit.ly/2wFfkwk #giveaway

Well done from crews from Acomb and Ripon who released, unharmed, a horse that was trapped on an embankment this morning, using animal rescue equipment and with the help of a farmer.

Our phones are working again. Please ONLY use (01423) 862121 to call us.

Lost milk production due to a #lungworm infection costs between £1.50 and £3 per head per day. See more on prevention and control: bit.ly/31qi4Z6 Animal Health Skills #DiseaseNotOnMyFarm

Millions of pet owners conned into buying fake medicines dlvr.it/RcWp03

#Equine owners are being reminded to get their animals microchipped by October Defra UK #Horses #EquineVet mrcvs.co.uk/en/news/19559/…

Animal susceptibility to coronavirus study gets funding boost Royal Veterinary College (RVC) UK Research and Innovation #OneHealth #COVID19 mrcvs.co.uk/en/news/19560/…

We're Keeping Going.... The Government has announced a new lockdown for England from Thursday but don't worry about your animals. Vets are able to stay open and we will be able to continue providing a full service. fhvets.co.uk/covid19.htm

*RT please* Are you supporting our call to end the ear cropping trend for good? Show your support for #CutTheCrop by downloading and sharing this graphic from our website (ow.ly/bZU550DRP0a). And don't forget to sign the petition at: ow.ly/u9bD50DRP0b #FlopNotCrop

From July 19th, we will be continuing to require ALL clients* entering the building to wear a face-covering and continuing to restrict appointments to only ONE HUMAN at a time. Keeping our staff healthy and free from the requirement to self-isolate is our top priority. Stay Safe!

We're recruiting are you a vet or do you know a vet looking for a new job in beautiful North Yorkshire? If so, please have a look at our website or share it with anyone you think might be interested. Thanks. fhvets.co.uk/jobs

**local residents to Ripley A61** Advised to close all doors and windows due to large gas main rupture in local area. A61 Ripley also currently closed to any traffic between Ripley roundabouts.

Emergency gas works on the A61 Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG3 3AT have resulted in the road being closed both directions this evening. Our teams are working hard to ensure this is dealt with quickly so the road can be reopened. More updates to follow.

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