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Dog attacks on farm animals have long been a serious issue across rural areas of the UK. Each year, livestock are injured or killed when dogs chase, harass or attack animals such as sheep and cattle. To tackle the growing problem, new legislation known as the Dogs Protection of Livestock Act 2025 has been introduced in England and Wales. The

Welcome to our latest edition! As spring approaches—with the dawn chorus, budding trees, and snowdrops brightening our mornings—we’re delighted to bring you the latest updates from our practice and the wider veterinary world. With lambing season underway, we’re reminding dog owners to be extra mindful around livestock, and to keep dogs on leads where required. Spring also brings an increase

We are delighted to introduce Well Pet Screening — a comprehensive health check for your cat or dog designed to give you peace of mind about their wellbeing by helping identify potential health issues at an early stage. This screening is available to Well Pet Club members only, and as an add-on to your pet’s annual booster vaccination or 6-month

Thank you to everyone who took part in our Christmas competition and helped make it such a success. Thanks to your incredible support, we raised over £250 for West Northumberland Food Bank. As well as a cash donation, we have also donated £300 worth of pet food. This will help support local individuals and families who may be facing difficult

After almost 20 years with Orchard House Vets, our much-loved team member Cris Paterson is retiring. Cris first joined us in February 2006, at a time when our Stocksfield surgery had only just opened its doors. Back then, the Stocksfield team had a small team of just one vet, a veterinary nurse, and a handful of colleagues based at Hexham.