Winkleigh Practice

Winkleigh Practice
Winkleigh Practice

Our independent veterinary practice in Winkleigh delivers compassionate and expert services for a wide range of companion animals. As well as housing the small animal team, it is also the head office for the West Ridge Equine team.

The branch is modern, purposefully designed and equipped with comprehensive operating and x-ray facilities as well as an in-house laboratory for diagnostics. Additionally, we offer acupuncture services and have a vet that has a special interest in treating companion chickens. Our Winkleigh branch is also working towards IFSM Cat Friendly Status and offers separate waiting areas for cats and dogs, alongside separate kennels for each. This branch features a spacious carpark and is fully accessible for wheelchair users.

Winkleigh Practice Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am -6pm

Out Of Hours Care

Please call the usual surgery number 01837 83240 to be put through to our call-handling service who will take your details and contact the duty vet on your behalf.

Emergency Call-outs

For urgent care, call us on 01837 83240 We’ll arrange an emergency appointment at our practice or send a vet to you as soon as possible.

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Winkleigh Veterinary Practice

All small animals are welcome at our Winkleigh practice. Whether you have dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, or exotic pets, our experienced team is here to provide professional, compassionate care to keep your pets healthy and happy. We offer a wide range of services, including but not limited to:

  • Veterinary examinations & health checks‍
  • New puppy & kitten health checks
  • Vaccinations
  • House visits
  • Microchipping
  • In-house laboratory services to include blood testing, urine testing, skin testing and hair examination
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Range of surgical procedures from routine neutering to orthopaedic surgery for fracture repairs
  • Animal Health Certificate
  • Nutrition advice‍
  • Pet Insurance
  • Fertility planning & breeding advice
  • Ultrasound
  • X-rays
  • Dental procedures
  • A range of complimentary nurse appointments
  • Dispensing medication service
  • Telephone advice
  • Animal Acupuncture
  • 24-hour emergency cover
Emergency Veterinary Services
Out Of Hours Care

Emergency Veterinary Services

If your pet is unwell, call us immediately to arrange an emergency appointment. Urgent cases are prioritised, and our team is always ready to provide rapid care. When you call, please describe your pet’s symptoms clearly—this helps us prepare and speed up the diagnosis as soon as you arrive.

Winkleigh
01837 83240

Out Of Hours Care

Please call the usual surgery number 0183783240 to be put through to our call-handling service who will take your details and contact the duty vet on your behalf.

What’s the Best Way to Transport My Pet to the Practice?

What’s the Best Way to Transport My Pet to the Practice?

To keep your pet safe during travel, please ensure they are transported in a secure and appropriate container.

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Small Mammals: Rodents, rabbits, and similar pets can travel in their usual cage or a sturdy cat box.
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Cats: Should be brought in a secure plastic or wire carrier, preferably one with a top-opening lid.
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Dogs: Must be safely restrained in the car using a harness with seatbelt clips or placed securely inside a dog crate.

Worming Advice For Cats & Dogs

Regular worming is essential for dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens. Worms can easily spread to other pets and humans, posing a particular risk to children.Our vets are here to recommend the best worming treatments for your pet. We suggest the following worming programmes for puppies, kittens, dogs, and cats:

2 weeks to 6 months old

Kittens

Puppies

6 months +

Cats

Dogs

Pregnant bitches/queens

Caring for Your Companion Chickens

Our Winkleigh branch is recognised as a hen friendly practice. We value chickens as pets and welcome them regularly from across the South West and beyond when they need surgery or if they become unwell.

One of our senior veterinary surgeons, Marcella Perversi, is passionate about chickens and has a special interest and knowledge in chicken care, with lots of experience in treatments and surgeries on the species ranging from egg peritonitis to treatment of impacted crops. Marcella has been one of the main contributors to the recently published PVG Poultry Veterinary Guide, in collaboration with the British Hen Welfare Trust. Marcella is very proud of her pioneering clinical and surgical work with the hens.

If you are looking for a vet suitable to care for all of your pet chicken’s needs, please contact our Winkleigh surgery for advice and appointments.  

Chickens
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The team were brilliant when my hen stopped laying – she’s back to her happy self now.

Schedule your appointment today!

Book your visit with our experienced team for expert care—whether it’s a routine check-up, treatment, or advice, we’re here to help.

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Meet our Winkleigh Team

Meet our friendly and skilled small animal team, committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care for your pets at every stage of life.

Dick Sibley

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Veterinary Surgeon BVSc HonFRCVS & Director

Marcella Perversi

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Senior Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Hattie Boreham

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Registered Veterinary Nurse

Sheryl Turner

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Site Manager

Magda Zorawska

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Animal Nursing Assistant and Receptionist

Leea Dod

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Brittany Scott

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Lead Receptionist at Winkleigh

Margaret Gale

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Accounts & Finance

Izzy Govier 

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Animal Nursing Assistant