A full health check
A full veterinary health check for your new arrival.
Dermatology
We have a wealth of experience in dermatology, with nearly 50% of all our consultations involving your pet's skin, ears or feet.
Common signs of a skin issue
- Itchy skin, feet or ears
- Reddened skin
- Excessive licking
- Sores on the skin
- Recurrent ear infections
- Brown staining of feet or over-licked areas
- Greasy feeling fur or skin
- Bad smell from the skin that bathing does not get rid of
If your pet has any of these signs, they may have a skin issue. Please do not hesitate to book an appointment to see one of our vets.
Our dermatology service involves
- A thorough assessment of your pet's diet, environment, and what the problem is.
- A comprehensive veterinary examination of your pet.
- Skin scrapings to assess for evidence of external parasites.
- Skin and ear samples for cytological or histological assessment.
- Swabs to send for skin and ear bacterial culture and sensitivity.
- Allergy testing (blood sampling), allowing us to make an allergy vaccination if appropriate.
If investigation is indicated, this is tailored to your pet, based on their presenting signs and history.
Long-term management
We have access to gold-standard dermatology therapies that can effectively treat and manage your pet's skin and ear issues for the long-term.
Each pet is treated as an individual. Our advice on dermatology management is multifactorial, looking at everything from your pet's diet and environment to therapy options.
Dermatology
Helping your pet get off to the best start, with routine vaccinations and tailored puppy & kitten packs.We have a wealth of experience in dermatology, with nearly 50% of all our consultations involving your pet's skin, ears or feet.
Free access for registered clients
How to get started
Puppy & kitten packs
Welcome to the family
Puppy and Kitten Packs
We cannot wait to meet your new puppy or kitten. Our packs bring their essentials together in one place, tailored to what they have already had done.
What’s in their pack?
Vaccinations included
All core vaccinations, plus kennel cough for puppies.
The everyday essentials
Worming, flea and tick treatment.
Microchipping
Included in your tailored pack.
Four weeks’ free insurance
Four weeks of free PetPlan pet insurance.
Savings for later
Discount vouchers for neutering and next year’s boosters.
Plus a warm welcome and plenty of cuddles from the team.
Caskets & Scatter Tubes
Included in private cremation
Scatter tube
Included in private cremation
Scatter cushion
Included in private cremation
Photo frame casket
Included in private cremation
Sleeping cat
Included in private cremation
Carved wooden tribute box
Included in private cremation
Oak casket
Included in private cremation
Mahogany casket
Included in private cremation
Urn
Included in private cremation
Keepsakes
Optional · Additional cost
Paw print in clay
Additional cost
Wooden heart keepsake
Additional cost
These keepsakes are not included in the cremation price. Please ask our team about the additional cost.
Get your sign-up link
Registered with Ashwood Vets? Our client care team can help you get set up with free access to the VidiVet app.
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Speak to our team
Contact client care and ask about setting up your VidiVet access.
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Get the app ready
Follow the setup instructions provided by our team.
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Access VidiVet
Use the app to contact the veterinary team at VidiVet for non-emergency advice.
Book a Consultation
Thinking about Dermatology? Contact us to discuss the best time and options for your pet.
Book an AppointmentOur nursing team
Nursing Care
Expert hands. Kind hearts. Exceptional care.
From everyday appointments to advanced anaesthesia, pain management and even minor surgery, our dedicated nursing team brings an incredible range of skills, qualifications and compassion to your pet’s care.
More Than You Might Expect
Did you know that Registered Veterinary Nurses can perform minor surgery, monitor anaesthetics, provide specialist nursing care and run their own appointments?
At Ashwood Vets, our nurses do all this and so much more.
Our Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are qualified, regulated professionals who work alongside our vets to keep your pets healthy, comfortable and safe. Whether it’s a routine check-up, a complex surgical procedure or a little extra reassurance, they’re there every step of the way.
Skills worth celebrating
A Highly Qualified Team. A Shared Passion for Caring.
We’re incredibly proud of the qualifications, experience and dedication within our nursing team. Many of our nurses have undertaken additional advanced training, bringing valuable expertise to the care we provide every day.
Anna Baker
Head Nurse · NCert & CertAVN in anaesthesia
Laura-Marie Eakin
Analgesia & pain management
Debbie Burden
Anaesthesia · Emergency & critical care
Kathryn McGreevy
WSAVA Certificate in Pain Management
Dara McClintock
Nursing certificate in anaesthesia
Anaesthesia & Patient Safety
Our Head Nurse, Anna Baker, holds both NCert and CertAVN qualifications in anaesthesia. Debbie Burden also holds an advanced anaesthesia qualification, while Dara McClintock has achieved a nursing certificate in anaesthesia.
Their knowledge and experience help support safe, carefully monitored anaesthetics and individualised care throughout surgical procedures.
Pain Management & Patient Comfort
Keeping pets comfortable is something we’re particularly passionate about.
Laura-Marie Eakin and Lisa Stewart both hold advanced qualifications in analgesia and pain management, while Kathryn McGreevy has achieved the WSAVA Certificate in Pain Management.
Together with our wider team’s training, this expertise helps us recognise, prevent and manage pain throughout your pet’s treatment and recovery.
Emergency Care & Additional Expertise
Debbie Burden also holds a Certificate in Veterinary Nursing Emergency and Critical Care, bringing valuable skills to the management of seriously ill patients.
Our nurses bring further strengths across orthopaedic nursing, diagnostic imaging, dentistry, clinical coaching and preventative healthcare. Lisa Stewart and Laura Reid also hold C-SQP qualifications, enabling them to prescribe and supply certain categories of veterinary medicines within their professional remit.
We’re equally proud of the skills and dedication of our wider nursing team, including Charlene Campbell, and of supporting the next generation of veterinary professionals.
Penny Wright is training to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse, while Grace Hamill, our Veterinary Care Assistant, was recognised as Veterinary Assistant of the Year at the National Pet Awards NI 2026.
It’s a team that never stops learning, supporting one another and striving to give your pet the very best care.
Did you know?
Yes, Our Nurses Can Perform Minor Surgery!
It’s something many pet owners don’t realise!
Under the direction of a veterinary surgeon, and with appropriate training, Registered Veterinary Nurses can undertake certain minor surgical procedures that don’t involve entering a body cavity.
Our nurses are also involved in virtually every stage of your pet’s surgical journey, from preparing them for theatre and carefully monitoring their anaesthetic to providing pain relief, wound care and recovery support.
Their expertise is an essential part of the high standard of surgical care we provide at Ashwood Vets.
What Can You Book a Nursing Appointment For?
Our Registered Veterinary Nurses run their own appointments, offering advice, practical care and ongoing support for pets of all ages.
Everyday Healthcare
- Nail clipping and anal gland care
- Dental hygiene checks and advice
- Weight management and nutritional support
- Puppy and kitten advice
- Preventative healthcare
Treatments & Ongoing Care
- Post-operative checks
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Blood sampling and prescribed treatments
- Ongoing care for pets with long-term conditions
- Recovery and rehabilitation advice
Whether it’s a quick visit or an appointment needing a little more time and attention, our nurses are always happy to help.
Because Every Pet Deserves That Little Bit Extra
Behind every qualification is someone who genuinely loves what they do.
Our nurses are the reassuring voices, the gentle hands and often the familiar faces your pet comes to know and trust.
At Ashwood Vets, we’re proud to combine exceptional clinical skills with the warmth, kindness and personal care that make our practice feel like family.
Your pet is in wonderful hands.
Our nursing team is here for you at both Dundonald and Saintfield.
ADVANCED VETERINARY CARE
Referral Services
Advanced surgery and diagnostics, close to home.
At Ashwood Vets, we're proud to offer an extensive range of advanced surgical procedures, diagnostic investigations and medical treatments within our own practice.
With our experienced veterinary team, modern facilities and comprehensive diagnostic equipment, we can investigate and treat many conditions that might otherwise require a visit to a specialist referral hospital.
We also welcome enquiries and referrals from other veterinary practices.
Our Advanced Services
From complex orthopaedic procedures to minimally invasive keyhole surgery and detailed medical investigations, our team offers a wide range of advanced veterinary care.
Explore our services below to find out more.
Advanced Orthopaedic Surgery
Our orthopaedic service, led by vets Patrick McKee and Niall Thompson, provides comprehensive investigations and surgical treatment for a wide range of conditions, including cruciate ligament injuries, luxating patellas, fractures and complex lameness cases.
With additional surgical qualifications, extensive experience and modern surgical equipment, our team can provide tailored treatment and ongoing care for orthopaedic patients.
Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery
Our experienced veterinary surgeons perform a wide variety of advanced soft tissue procedures, including abdominal and gastrointestinal surgery, bladder surgery, airway procedures, tumour removal, reconstructive surgery and complex wound management.
Every patient benefits from individualised anaesthetic planning, tailored pain relief and attentive nursing care throughout their stay.
Keyhole (Laparoscopic) Surgery
Our minimally invasive keyhole surgery service includes keyhole spays for female dogs, removal of retained abdominal testicles and selected abdominal investigations and biopsies.
Using specialised cameras and instruments through small incisions, keyhole surgery can reduce postoperative discomfort and help patients recover more quickly compared with traditional open procedures.
Advanced Medical & Diagnostic Care
Our comprehensive diagnostic facilities allow us to investigate a wide range of medical and surgical conditions.
These include digital radiography, ultrasonography, IDEXX in-house blood and urine analysers, microscopy, dental radiography, video rhinoscopy and laparoscopic equipment.
Having these facilities readily available supports prompt investigations, accurate diagnoses and carefully planned treatment.
Access to Advanced CT & MRI Imaging
Although CT and MRI scanners are not located within our own practice, we have access to these advanced imaging services at nearby facilities.
We regularly arrange outpatient CT and MRI scans for our patients, with the results and specialist imaging reports returned to our veterinary team.
This allows us to incorporate advanced imaging into our own investigations and, where appropriate, continue further diagnostic work, treatment or surgery here at Ashwood.
For many pets, this means benefiting from advanced imaging without needing to transfer their entire veterinary care elsewhere.
Referrals From Other Veterinary Practices
We welcome enquiries and referrals from fellow veterinary professionals, particularly for orthopaedic investigations, lameness assessments and surgical procedures within our team's expertise.
We understand the importance of working collaboratively with referring vets and aim to provide a straightforward, approachable service with clear communication throughout.
Our team is happy to discuss individual cases before referral to determine whether our facilities and experience are appropriate for the patient's needs.
Advanced Veterinary Care, With Familiar Faces
Whether your pet needs a keyhole spay, an orthopaedic procedure or a more complex investigation, our team is here to help.
We're proud to combine advanced veterinary medicine and surgery with the friendly, personal care Ashwood Vets is known for.
Kind words from our clients
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Very friendly & helpful staff, whose professionalism made me feel at ease. Many thanks
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Always professional, warm and caring. We know that Lola is in the best hands when we bring her to Ashwoods.