Builth Wells Veterinary Practice is an independent veterinary practice that opened October 2020. The owners Sarah and Eve bought the practice, formerly known as Derw Veterinary Surgeons, when the owner retired. Their vision is to build a modern, forward thinking practice and they are keen to support the local community by offering a friendly, fully resourced practice that achieves high standards of care. Â We have an extensive range of services and a passionate and dedicated team of vets and veterinary nursing staff.
The practice provides veterinary services to farms, pet owners and horse owners in the area. Aiming for gold standard treatment, the practice is equipped with ultrasound machines, digital x-rays, in-house laboratories and Hydrotherapy Unit.Â
We are able to offer some advanced surgical techniques including orthopaedic surgeries, BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome), thyroidectomy amongst others.
We provide our own out of hours service so emergencies can be seen 24/7, all year round.
Here at Builth Vets we have a dedicated team of six vets with a wealth of experience treating and caring for your pets. Situated in a spacious modernised practice our vets are able to perform many procedures and offer advice with a friendly and approachable manner.
In some cases regular hydrotherapy can be an effective alternative when orthopaedic/spinal surgery is not an option. Hydrotherapy is essential tool when it comes to safe exercise and engaging stimulation when animal is recovering from orthopaedic or neurological surgery.
It is suitable for dogs of any size, temperament and age. Evidence has shown that it is one of the most controlled and most effective rehabilitation methods for dogs and other animals with orthopaedic conditions, acute injuries, chronic osteoarthritis and identified lameness.
Reduces pain and inflammation
Reduces lameness and discomfort caused by injuryÂ
Alternative option to conditions often requiring surgeries e.g. hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, partial cruciate rupture
Improves weight distribution and reduces overloading and compensation – an injured leg will carry significantly less weight which leads to overloading of other limb, muscle tension, skin adhesion and discomfort
Improves gait pattern of the animal and increases range of movement of individual joint
Helps with swelling and discomfort
Increases muscle mass as well as muscle function and targets any spasms
Improves spatial awareness (proprioception) and helps re-educate gait pattern after muscle usage loss and weakness