Pennine Vets
Info for Referral Clients
Who are we?
Pennine Vets has two vets that take cases for all exotic pets. Ian Mostyn holds the RCVS Certificate in Zoological Medicine and has been interested in exotic pets for the last 8 years. He has spent time working in Edinburgh Zoo and at Roger Williams Park Zoo in Rhode Island, USA. He is currently working towards his Diploma in Zoo Med. Ian accepts first opinion, second opinion & referrals for all birds, reptiles, small furries and fish.
Gillian Mostyn is currently working towards the RCVS Certificate in Zoological Medicine, only being delayed by maternity leave! She has been interested in zoo & exotic animals for over 10 years and has spent time working at Dallas Zoo. Gillian is happy to see all birds, reptiles, small furries and fish.
Where are we?
We are located in the centre of Tottington to the north of Bury, Lancashire. Bury is located between Bolton & Rochdale, just north of Manchester. Bury is easily accessible from the motorway network as it is just off the M66 and close to the M60, M62 and M6. It takes about 20 - 30 minutes from Manchester and less than 1 hour from Leeds. For more directions, please see our map.
How to Refer a Case
Any referral must be arranged through your own vet who will send us details of all examinations and tests performed on your animal. We will keep in touch with your own vet and let them know how your pet's treatment is progressing. Once your vet has made contact with us and we have accepted the case, we ask that you phone us to arrange an appointment time. If enough time is available, we will send you by post a questionnaire to fill in to give us more details on your pet. In emergency or urgent cases, we will ask your vet to download the questionnaire or you can download the form below, print the form and fill it in. Please bring this form to your appointment.
What will happen at your appointment?
When you arrive at the surgery, please see our receptionist who will welcome you to Pennine Vets. If you have any letters or x-rays from your vet or have completed our questionnaire, please hand them to our receptionist. Your appointment will usually be 30 minutes long and a long time will be spent asking questions about your pet before a thorough examination is made. The vet will then discuss any further tests or treatments needed.
How much does it cost?
The initial consultation charge for a 30 minute appointment with our vet is £55 including VAT. Further charges will vary depending on individual cases and your vet will advise you before any further tests or treatment. All these costs can be covered by pet insurance (less any excess payable with your policy) and we will happily complete a claim form for you. Payment must be made to Pennine Vets at the time and your insurance company will send you a cheque for the balance. If you pay by credit card, most insurance companies will pay the claim (within 1 week) before your bill is due.
Printable Information Sheet, Directions and Questionnaire - pdf format