Inpatient Care

Greyfriars offers both day and inpatient care and operates with a ratio of one dedicated member of staff to a maximum of three inpatients.

Our care is genuinely 24 hour – dogs are never left alone at night.

We utilise a multi-disciplinary team approach to rehabilitation.
Our care team consists of;

Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioners - Angela Griffiths and Kirsty Arthur
Veterinary Physiotherapists - Karen Lees and Annelies Klinker
Veterinary Surgeon – Joanna Frost
Veterinary Acupuncturist – Dietrich von Schweitnitz

The inpatient and rehabilitation unit is designed to high veterinary standards but decorated and furnished to give a more homely feel than is normally found at a veterinary practice or hospital. Because patients may stay for a long time we encourage owners to visit. The walk in kennels are extra large to accommodate even the biggest giant breed dog andare made of white fibreglass – chosen for warmth, quiet and comfort. The kennels and treatment rooms are equipped with DAP diffusers which aid in reducing stress in companion animals. TV and radio are also available when needed to create a calm atmosphere and help patients to feel at home. We feel all of this is vital as lowering stress levels has been proven to decrease recovery times.

Stays may be from the few days necessary to bridge the gap between surgery and being strong enough to cope well at home, to longer stays to recover from spinal injuries and to begin to walk again.

Your vet may refer you to Greyfriars because our specialist care is required to help your dog make a good recovery or to prevent harm being caused by the inability to confine or control a patient at home in the crucial few days after discharge.

It may be impossible to care for a patient well enough at home – especially if you work full time. In a home environment the physical challenge of managing a dog that either cannot walk or can only walk with difficulty should not be underestimated. Some clients simply prefer professionals to continue looking after their dog or cat, so that they are receiving the best possible care.

Greyfriars can also offer respite care for families or individuals with disabled or geriatric pets. Some of our inpatients/boarders are simply too vulnerable to be cared for in kennels.

We are fortunate to be in a safe and secure rural setting which means we can design walks of varying difficulty on our own land. We also have an outdoor rehabilitation area which is used for functional retraining. Facilities include ramps, balance boards, caveletti rails, and various obstacles designed to encourage required movements and to improve muscle bulk, strength and co-ordination.

Prices - Inpatient and Day Care

Every client and patients requirements are individually assessed. We prefer to give a quotation based on specific needs. Many insurance companies will pay towards care, if your veterinary surgeon refers you to Greyfriars. Giant breeds may incur additional costs as two or more people may be required for safe handling and special accommodation or transport arrangements may need to be made.