Experienced
Caring Staff
An experienced team of 24 vets, nurses & support staff
Experienced
Modern
Facilties
Comprehensive operating facilities for all small animals
Flexible
Appointments
Flexible appointments & access to emergency care 24/7
//Swaffham Veterinary Centre//
A pro-active approach to your pet’s healthcare
We are an independent modern veterinary practice located in Swaffham in the heart of Norfolk. Our purpose designed facility has been fitted out to the highest standards and we are committed to providing you with the very best individual care for your pet.
We look foward to meeting you today!
Purpose designed premises
State of the art equipment
24 Vets, Nurses and support staff
Traditional, caring and personal service
Our Services
Take a look at the comprehensive suite of services we have on offer at Swaffham Veterinary Centre
About Us
Find out more about our veterinary practice, our wonderful team and the facilities we have available
Our Blog
Here is where you will find useful information, advice, handy hints and tips from the world of pets
Pet Advice
Take a look here to find out some basic information and commonly asked questions on dogs, cats and rabbits
Introducing Petsapp
We are pleased to offer a new, more convenient way for you to contact us.
PetsApp allows you to chat to our team, order medication, book appointments, and even conduct video consultations. Your regular flea, wormer and appointment reminders will also be available through the app.
PetsApp is ideal for non-urgent requests and questions, allowing you to contact us at a time to suit you. If you run out of medication or dog food at 10pm simply send us a message and receive a response the following morning.
You should receive an invitation from us to join PetsApp. We would strongly encourage you to do so – and take advantage of the convenience it offers.
Our Opening Hours
- Monday 08AM - 10PM
- Tuesday 08AM - 10PM
- Wednesday 08AM - 10PM
- Thursday 08AM - 10PM
- Friday 08AM - 10PM
- Saturday 08AM - 10PM
- Sunday Closed
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Testimonials
Mrs. H
East Dereham“Absolutely the best. When my mum and dads dog had to be put to sleep at nearly 16 years old it was the most dignified way imaginable. We were all given time with Polly before and after she slipped away.”
Mrs D
Little Dunham“I was incredibly impressed by your compassion and care when I called as a new client worried about my 3 year old boxer. Your care and consideration for both myself and Lola was greatly appreciated. I can highly recommend your practice.”
Mrs. F
Necton“I wouldn’t trust my animals with anyone else.”
Advice & Insights
Our Blog
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Swaffham Veterinary Centre
An independent practice that provides the best care for your small animals🐶😺🐰🐹
⭐️It’s Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Week⭐️ ![]()
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❤️First of all, what a team we have to celebrate! Between our four receptionist they have a combination of 19 years commitment to our practice. ![]()
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📞These four lovely humans are often the first friendly voice on the phone and the first warm welcome through the door, offering reassurance and support to both pets and their owners. They manage busy schedules, handle emergencies with calm professionalism and keep the entire practice organised, often all at once. ![]()
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🙏🏻Their compassion, patience, and dedication make a real difference every single day. We are so grateful for everything they do, because without them, our practice simply wouldn’t run the way it does.![]()
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➡️We have Sophie on the right who is winning the award for the longest standing receptionist here, she joined us in February 2015. ![]()
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⬆️Next we have Olivia at the front, who is our lead receptionist and joined us in August 2023. ![]()
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⬇️Joanne, stood behind, joined us in August 2023.![]()
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⬅️Last but by all means not least, we have Alex on the left. Alex joined us in July 2024.![]()
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❤️Please show all your love and appreciation, it will not go a miss.
📣Changes to Pet Travel📣![]()
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🇪🇺European Pet Passport Update🇪🇺![]()
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📆Prior to the 22nd of April 2026, some dogs were able to travel from the UK to Europe using a European issued pet passport.![]()
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✈️Generally, this is where people have a second home and can register with a local European vet to have a passport issued, have rabies vaccinations etc. ![]()
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❌If your primary residence is in the UK, as of the 22nd of April 2026, all cats, dogs and ferrets, leaving the UK (unless for commercial movements) must have a valid export health certificate. Existing European passports will not be a valid document. ![]()
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🌍If you are travelling to Europe you are advised to check the entry requirements with the relevant authority in the destination country, and also the DEFRA website.
We would love to thank everyone for taking part on posting their amazing animals, we really wish we could post them all as they are so beautiful❤️ ![]()
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The winners of the cover photo challenge are: ![]()
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Ralph🐶 Bear🐶 Ziggy, Zyra, Zandha🐶![]()
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Happy National Pet Month! 🐾![]()
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Today (and all month long) is the perfect excuse to celebrate the animals who make our lives brighter, calmer, and a whole lot more fun. Whether they bark, purr, chirp, hop, or slither, our pets aren’t just animals- they’re family.![]()
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They greet us like we’ve been gone for years (even if it’s been five minutes), comfort us without needing words, and somehow always know when we need a little extra love. From muddy paw prints to early morning wake-up calls, every moment with them is a reminder of how much joy they bring into our lives.![]()
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This month, take some extra time to spoil your pet—an extra treat, a longer walk, a new toy, or just some quality cuddle time. And if you’re able, it’s also a great time to support local shelters, raise awareness about adoption, or help animals in need.![]()
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Here’s to the companions who make every day better just by being in it. ❤️🐶🐱
🐾 Happy National Pet Month! 🐾![]()
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📸Comment below a photo of your beloved pet/s. ![]()
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🏆The three most liked photos by next Monday, the 20th of April will be the winners, and will be our cover photo until the 30th of April.
❤️We had these two gorgeous puppies in last week, to repair their umbilical hernias. ![]()
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🐾Theoni gave them all the love before their procedure, which they appreciated so much. Both of them recovered beautifully from their surgery. ![]()
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💭An umbilical hernia is a small lump you may notice on your dogs tummy, around the belly button area. It happens when the muscles in that area don’t fully close after birth, leaving a small gap.![]()
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💊This gap can allow a bit of fat, or occasionally part of the intestine, to push through, causing a soft swelling. In many cases, it isn’t painful and may even go away on its own as your puppy grows.![]()
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👨🏼⚕️However, some hernias don’t close naturally and may need a simple surgical repair, often done at the same time as neutering, if the timings align. Rarely, the hernia can become firm, painful, or swollen; this would need urgent veterinary attention.![]()
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🩺Overall, this is a common condition in puppies, and the prognosis is usually excellent.
