What is Animal Care Tiree?

Animal Care Tiree is the UK's first non-profit, community-owned veterinary practice, providing services for pets and livestock.

How was the veterinary practice on Tiree established?

The community of Tiree launched Animal Care Tiree through a buyout after the previous owners retired, raising £70,000 to establish the service.

What services does Animal Care Tiree offer?

Animal Care Tiree offers visits from veterinary surgeons and provides around-the-clock online support for animal care needs.

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UK's First Community Vets Launch on Remote Island

17 Feb

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Summary

Tiree launched the UK's first community-owned veterinary practice.
Over 190 households have joined the service covering pets and livestock.
The community raised £70,000 to establish the new practice.

UK's First Community Vets Launch on Remote Island

The remote Scottish island of Tiree has established what is believed to be the UK's first non-profit, community-owned veterinary practice. The service, named Animal Care Tiree, opened its doors on Monday, following a community buyout of the island's sole veterinary clinic. This initiative became necessary when the previous practice owners retired last summer without a successor.

More than 190 households have already subscribed to Animal Care Tiree, which provides comprehensive care for both domestic pets and essential livestock. The practice facilitates visits from veterinary surgeons and offers continuous online support. This vital service was crucial to avoid the islanders being left without local veterinary care, which would have necessitated costly and time-consuming travel to the mainland.