Business Details
18 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Veterinary Services in Northumberland & Scottish Borders
Cheviot Vets was established in 2008 with a vision to deliver personalized, high-quality veterinary care while maintaining affordability. Our practice has grown from a small Portakabin with three vets to a six-vet mixed practice serving Northumberland and the Scottish Borders. We prioritise animal welfare and have invested in state-of-the-art facilities, including digital radiography and portable diagnostic equipment. Our 24/7 large animal team operates across four custom-equipped trucks, providing emergency care to clients from small holdings to commercial farms. The opening of our Kelso branch extends our small animal services to Scottish Borders clients, maintaining the same warm, accessible approach.We integrate modern technology with traditional values, reducing our environmental impact through digital systems and solar energy. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff is committed to continuous improvement, ensuring clients receive expert care tailored to their needs. We actively engage in preventative healthcare for farm animals and advanced diagnostics for equine and small animal cases. Our reputation, built through word of mouth, reflects our dedication to combining professional excellence with compassionate service. Sustainability remains central to our operations, demonstrated by paper reduction initiatives and renewable energy adoption.
Services
Farm Services
Small Animal Care
Equine Veterinary
Emergency Services
Sustainability Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Family-run practice with 16 years of local experience
- 24/7 emergency services across North Northumberland and Scottish Borders
- State-of-the-art facilities including portable diagnostic equipment
- Personalised preventative healthcare plans for farm animals
- Sustainability-focused operations with solar energy and paper reduction
Associations and certifications
- MCS
Services
Farm Services
Our farm services combine traditional methods with modern technology to optimise animal health and farm profitability. We specialise in fertility management, disease prevention, and metabolic profiling for dairy and beef herds. Our mobile units provide on-site diagnostics and treatments, including BVD eradication and lameness investigations, reducing the need for animal transportation.
Small Animal Care
We offer comprehensive small animal services including internal medicine, dentistry, and orthopaedic surgery. Our facilities feature digital imaging and in-house laboratory diagnostics for rapid treatment decisions. The practice provides routine operations, dermatology assessments, and advanced dental care while maintaining a stress-free environment for pets and owners.
Equine Veterinary
Our equine services cover reproductive management, lameness evaluation, and respiratory diagnostics using portable digital technology. We perform pre-purchase exams, dental care with motorised equipment, and emergency colic treatment. The team manages complex cases including foal care and performance-related health issues with on-farm diagnostic capabilities.
People
Urs Schaeli
Farm & Equine Veterinarian
Med Vet MRCVS with specialist focus on farm and equine care. Joint practice owner with 16 years' experience in Northumberland. Prioritises preventative healthcare and sustainable farming practices while maintaining 24/7 emergency availability.
Sabine Schaeli
Small Animal Specialist
Dr Med Vet MRCVS specialising in small animal care. Co-owner committed to accessible veterinary services. Led the development of Kelso branch to extend high-quality pet healthcare across Scottish Borders while maintaining personal service standards.
Dr Carolyn Cummins
Equine Medicine Specialist
MVB PhD MRCVS with advanced qualifications in equine sports medicine. Focuses on performance horse care and complex internal medicine cases. Brings research expertise to clinical practice for improved diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
Questions
What areas do you cover for farm animal services?
We serve North Northumberland from Morpeth to Amble and the Scottish Borders including Lauder, Hawick, and Langholm with 24/7 mobile units.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, our vets are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for emergencies at both Powburn and Kelso locations.
What sustainability initiatives do you implement?
We use digital systems to reduce paper waste, recycle 95% of operational paper, and generate renewable energy through MCS-certified solar panels at our Powburn facility.
Can I access small animal services in the Scottish Borders?
Our Kelso branch provides full small animal services including consultations, vaccinations, and surgical procedures with the same equipment as our Powburn practice.
What diagnostic equipment do you have available?
We feature digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and portable diagnostic machines for on-farm blood testing and imaging across all service areas.
