Uppingham Road

Uppingham Road Clinic

The fireworks season is fast approaching

Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/10/2009 - 13:09

The fireworks season is fast approaching - a time of year many pet owners dread. Hundreds of pets have noise phobias and in many cases, controlling them can be a challenge.

For more advice on protecting your pets ready our article on noise phobias.

Saadiya Mangerra leaves Borrajos

Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/09/2009 - 16:34

It is with sadness that we inform you that Vet Saadiya Mangerra will be leaving us in August. Presently she is on maternity leave and for family reasons she will not be returning

We would like to wish Saadiya and her family every success in the future.

Soaring slug and snail populations pose threat to local dogs

Submitted by admin on Fri, 11/28/2008 - 12:37

Soggy weather conditions have again provided an ideal environment for a huge increase in the UK’s populations of slugs and snails, and this could pose a serious risk to dogs that accidentally or habitually eat these slippery pests.

Borrajo's veterinary surgeons, John Borrajo, warns owners to be on the look out for signs that their dog has, or may be prone to picking up a lungworm infection.

Pet of the Month

September’s “Pet of the Month” is Lara Mcshane, a 10 year old Labrador. Since on the 1st of May 2008, Lara weighed 37.9 Kg (6 stone). The vet advised Mr Mcshane that Lara needed to lose weight. One of our nurses advised him on ways that could help Lara lose weight during a one to one nurse’s clinic and, 3 months later, she weighed 31.9Kg (5 stone).

Good luck Katy

Submitted by admin on Mon, 09/01/2008 - 09:52

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We recently said goodbye to Katy Utecht, one of our nurses at Uppingham Road, who is off to university to study physiotherapy. Katy worked with us for 4 years and was a valued member of our team who will be missed by staff and clients. We would like to wish Katy luck with her studies and future career.

Sarah Borrajo - Partner and Assistant Manager

Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/05/2008 - 11:44

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Sarah qualified as a human nurse in 1984; she worked within the University Hospitals of Leicester for a number of years.

In 2005 Sarah became a partner in Borrajo's Veterinary Clinics and is part of the management / administration team.

Sarah is married to John (senior vet and partner) and they have four children, three cats, two guinea pigs and two tortoises. Her interests include gardening, walking and involvement with a local church.

Sue Watling - Administrator

Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/05/2008 - 11:27

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I have worked for Borrajo's Vets for 12 years. I originally trained as a veterinary nurse, but since having my family, I now work as a part-time administrator.

I have two cats and a dog. My other interests include outdoor activities such as tennis, camping, walking and canoeing.

Richard Wallis - Practice manager

Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/05/2008 - 11:21

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Hello, my name is Richard Wallis and I am the Practice Manager responsible for the day to day running of the three surgeries. I am married with a grown up son and joined the practice three years ago after a career in business.

I am always available to our clients both existing and new to answer any queries or questions that may arise concerning the welfare of your pet.