Paragon Veterinary Group

Caring for animals for over 80 years

Paragon Veterinary Group is a Cumbrian-based veterinary practice with over 80 years experience in caring for animals. The name 'par-a-gon' refers to a model of excellence or perfection, and over the years we have gone from strength-to-strength to build up our reputation to the highest possible standards in our field.
Furthermore, we are passionate about doing this sustainably, being advocates for animal health and a sustainable future

We combine high standards of companion animal clinical veterinary practice with a commitment to nursing and all-round patient care. We have branches for consultation at Dalston, Newbiggin and at Oak Tree Animals' Charity near Wetheral.

We offer a PetProtect Club to provide affordable preventative veterinary care with unlimited veterinary consultations as well as partnering with an Insurance provider called PetProactice to help clients.

Our busy equine team covers the full range from companion donkeys through to racehorses and top-flight competition animals.

Working out of centres in Dalston near Carlisle and Newbiggin near Penrith, Paragon employs highly experienced and dedicated farm animal vets

We offer embryo transfer services, sexing, IVF, semen collection and a residential unit to farmers here in the UK and Ireland.

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Latest News

Keep up with all the news and activity at Paragon!

06
Nov
Managing Haemonchus (Barber’s Pole worm) in Cumbria’s flocks

Haemonchus contortus is a parasitic roundworm that resides in the abomasum (true stomach) of sheep and goats. Unlike most gut worms, Haemonchus feeds on blood, causing anaemia, sudden death, bottle jaw (fluid under the jaw), and significant production losses.

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31
Oct
Fireworks - fun or frightening?

As autumn has arrived and the darker nights are well and truly upon us, something many animal owners will be considering is their plan to keep their animals safe and comfortable during any firework displays during the autumn and winter months.

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14
Oct
Autumn hazards and how to keep pets safe

With the nights creeping in and summer now a distant memory, this can be a stressful time for our pets with various celebrations taking place.

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22
Sep
What you need to know about equine vettings

After you have found your perfect horse or pony, it is advisable to have a vet perform a pre-purchase examination, or vetting, prior to completion of the sale.

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