Introducing Our New Vital Pet Plans!
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At Roundwood Vets, we know that your pets are part of the family. Whether you're welcoming a new puppy or kitten, caring for an energetic adult dog or enjoying the quieter years with an older cat, their health and happiness mean so much.
We also understand that veterinary costs can add up. Routine vaccinations, parasite prevention, dental care and health checks are all important, and planning for these expenses can make life a little easier.
That's why we're delighted to introduce our new Vital Pet Plans, designed to help you spread the cost of preventative healthcare while offering more choice and genuine savings.
Our previous Essentials plan helped clients budget for routine vaccinations and parasite prevention over 12 months. Our new plans build on that approach, offering a wider range of services and savings compared with paying for the included care individually.
We're particularly excited to introduce our brand-new Vital Dental Plan, something we've wanted to offer for quite some time.
We've put a great deal of thought into these changes, and we hope they'll make looking after your pet's health that little bit easier.
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What's Different About Our New Vital Pet Plans?
Our previous Essentials plan helped owners spread the cost of routine care, but it didn't offer savings compared with paying for those services individually.
We wanted to offer something more.
Our new Vital Pet Plans provide different levels of preventative healthcare, allowing you to choose the services that best suit your pet and your budget.
Depending on the plan, benefits include routine vaccinations, veterinary and nurse appointments, prescribed parasite prevention, dental care and comprehensive wellness screening.
Most importantly, the new plans offer genuine savings, with annual savings of up to £304.68 compared with purchasing the included services individually.
There are three general healthcare plans, Bronze, Silver and Gold, alongside our new dedicated Dental plan.
Why We've Chosen Preventative Care Rather Than an All-Inclusive Subscription
You may have noticed that some veterinary practices now offer subscriptions covering a wider range of veterinary services.
At Roundwood Vets, we've considered this carefully, but we've deliberately chosen to focus on clearly defined preventative healthcare.
Every pet is different, and we believe owners should have the freedom to make decisions about additional veterinary care based on their pet's individual needs, without feeling tied to a particular subscription arrangement.
Why Pet Insurance Is Still So Important
We believe veterinary health plans and subscriptions should complement suitable pet insurance, never replace it.
Pet insurance is there to help protect you against unexpected veterinary costs if your pet becomes ill or injured. However, routine preventative healthcare, such as vaccinations and flea and worming treatments, isn't usually covered by pet insurance. This is where a preventative healthcare plan can be so valuable, helping you budget for everyday care while your insurance provides protection against unexpected illness or injury.
With broader subscription arrangements, there can sometimes be confusion over which services have already been paid for through membership and which costs can be claimed through insurance.
Insurers generally won't reimburse costs already covered by a subscription. This can reduce the amount eligible for a claim, sometimes leaving the remaining costs below your insurance excess, so no payment is made.
It's also important to remember that a medical condition is recorded in your pet's veterinary history even if you haven't made an insurance claim. Depending on your policy and whether you change insurers, this could affect your ability to claim for that condition in the future.
This doesn't mean subscriptions automatically cause insurance problems. However, every insurance policy is different, so we encourage owners to check their insurer's requirements for reporting new medical conditions and understand how their cover may be affected, even when no claim has been made.
Our approach is to keep preventative care straightforward and transparent, while giving you the freedom to choose how you access any additional treatment your pet may need.
Why Preventative Healthcare Matters
Some of the most valuable veterinary care happens when our pets appear perfectly healthy.
Dogs and cats can be very good at hiding discomfort, and certain health problems develop gradually without obvious symptoms.
Perhaps your dog has started slowing down on walks, or your cat seems to be drinking more water than usual. Small changes like these can be easy to overlook, but they may be worth discussing with your vet.
Regular veterinary appointments give us the opportunity to monitor your pet's health, identify potential concerns and offer advice tailored to their age and lifestyle.
Vaccinations help protect against infectious diseases, parasite prevention reduces the risks associated with fleas and worms, and dental care helps prevent painful problems in the mouth.
Our Vital Pet Plans are designed to help you stay on top of these important aspects of care throughout the year.
Meet Our New Vital Pet Plans
We've created three levels of general preventative healthcare, so you can choose the benefits that are most appropriate for your dog or cat.
Vital Bronze (Service)
Sign up online & in clinic
Essential routine healthcare from £14.50 per month
Bronze is our starting point for owners who want to keep on top of their pet's routine veterinary care.
What's included?
Routine vaccinations, excluding rabies
Two nurse appointments
One veterinary vaccination appointment
One general veterinary consultation
Monthly cost
Pet | Monthly payment |
Cats and kittens | £14.50 |
Dogs and puppies | £15.50 |
Annual savings
Pet | Saving |
Adult cats | £66.50 |
Adult dogs | £69.50 |
Kittens | £166.00 |
Puppies | £144.50 |
Bronze offers a simple way to budget for essential routine healthcare, with the reassurance of regular contact with our veterinary team.
Vital Silver (Service & Parasite)
Sign up online & in clinic
Routine healthcare and year-round parasite protection from £22 per month
Silver includes everything in Bronze, with the addition of 12 months of prescribed flea and worming treatments.
What's included?
All Bronze benefits
Twelve months of prescribed flea and worming treatments
For dogs, the included products are Simparica Trio and generic Droncit.
For cats, the options are Stronghold Plus or Credelio and Milpro, depending on what's suitable for your pet.
Monthly cost
Pet | Monthly payment |
Cats and kittens | £22.00 |
Dogs and puppies | From £25.00, depending on weight |
Annual savings
Pet | Saving |
Adult cats | £164.22 |
Adult dogs | £160.34 – £174.68 |
Kittens | £263.72 |
Puppies | £235.34 – £249.68 |
Our team will advise on the most appropriate parasite prevention for your pet.
Prescription treatments are subject to veterinary prescribing requirements and one of our vets must have examined your pet before parasite treatments can be provided.
Vital Gold (Service, Parasite & Dental)
Sign up in clinic only
Our most comprehensive preventative healthcare plan, from £55 per month
Gold brings together routine veterinary care, parasite prevention, dental care and wellness screening.
What's included?
All Silver benefits
One Dental Stage 1 procedure, including general anaesthetic, full dental X-rays, individual tooth assessment and professional ultrasonic scaling and polishing
A comprehensive wellness screen
Our wellness screen includes blood tests assessing kidney and liver function, blood sugar, proteins and minerals, as well as indicators of anaemia or inflammation.
It also includes SDMA kidney screening, urine and faecal testing, and thyroid screening for cats.
These tests can sometimes identify changes before obvious symptoms appear, helping us build a fuller picture of your pet's health.
Monthly cost
Pet | Monthly payment |
Cats | £50.50 |
Dogs | From £57.50, depending on weight |
Annual savings
Pet | Saving |
Cats | £297.72 |
Dogs | £292.34 – £304.68 |
Dental Stage 2 treatment, including extractions, is not included in Gold and is charged separately.
Extra Savings for Puppies and Kittens
Welcoming a new puppy or kitten is an exciting time, but those first few months can bring plenty of expenses.
From vaccinations and health checks to parasite prevention, there's a lot to think about as your new companion settles into family life.
We're particularly pleased that our new plans offer greater savings for puppies and kittens, reflecting the routine healthcare they need during their early months.
As shown above, kitten owners can save up to £263.72 annually with Silver, while puppy owners can save up to £249.68, depending on expected adult weight.
How Does Puppy Pricing Work?
Our puppy Silver plan is priced according to your puppy's expected adult weight, rather than their current weight.
For example, a Labrador puppy weighing 8kg today but expected to reach around 30kg as an adult would fall into the 25.1–40kg weight category.
If you're unsure which category is appropriate, our team will be happy to help.
Introducing Our New Vital Dental Plan
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Professional dental care from £28.50 per month
Our brand-new Vital Dental Plan is something we've wanted to introduce for quite some time, and we're delighted to finally make it available.
Dental health is an area of veterinary care we're particularly passionate about.
Many dogs and cats develop dental disease as they get older, yet they often continue eating and behaving normally despite discomfort.
A dog may still be enthusiastic about dinner, or a cat may continue enjoying their favourite food, even when they have painful teeth.
We also know that professional dental care can be a significant expense, particularly when it's difficult to know in advance what treatment might be needed.
Our new Dental plan is designed to make regular professional dental care easier to budget for, while offering savings.
It's generally recommended for dogs and cats over three years old.
What's Included in the Vital Dental Plan?
The plan covers one Dental Stage 1 procedure, including:
Pre-anaesthetic blood tests
General anaesthetic
Full dental X-rays
Individual tooth assessment
Professional ultrasonic scaling and polishing
Monthly cost
Pet | Monthly payment |
Cats | £28.50 |
Dogs | £33.00 – £39.50, depending on weight |
Annual savings
Pet | Saving |
Cats | £54.45 |
Dogs | £44.95 – £56.95 |
Registration for the Vital Dental Plan takes place at the practice. Dental treatment can be booked from 14 days after your first plan payment has been made.
If your pet hasn't been examined by one of our vets within the previous six weeks, an additional consultation and fee may be required.
Why We Take a Two-Stage Approach to Dental Care
At Roundwood Vets, we routinely carry out dental procedures in two stages.
This helps us plan treatment carefully, consider your pet's individual needs and provide clearer information about any additional costs.
Dental Stage 1: Assessment and Cleaning
During Stage 1, your pet has a general anaesthetic so we can thoroughly examine their mouth, take full dental X-rays and professionally clean and polish their teeth.
Dental X-rays are particularly important because many dental problems develop beneath the gumline, where they cannot be seen during a routine examination.
Many pets receiving regular dental care may only need Stage 1, although this depends on their individual dental health.
Dental Stage 2: Extractions, If Needed
Sometimes, we discover teeth that are damaged, diseased or causing pain and need to be removed.
If extractions are necessary, we arrange these as a separate Stage 2 procedure.
There are two main reasons for this approach.
Keeping your pet safe and comfortable
Dental procedures can sometimes take several hours, especially if a pet needs multiple teeth removed.
By carrying out the dental assessment and cleaning first, we can avoid one very long anaesthetic, helping to reduce the risks and keep your pet as safe as possible.
This first stage also allows us to see exactly which teeth need attention and plan any further treatment carefully, with your pet's comfort and wellbeing always our priority.
If extractions are needed, we can usually complete them in one additional procedure. Occasionally, if lots of teeth need removing, we may recommend spreading the treatment over two further visits. This helps keep each anaesthetic shorter and gives your pet time to recover comfortably between procedures.
Every pet is different, and we'll always recommend the approach we feel is safest and kindest for them.
Helping you plan financially
We understand how upsetting it can be to bring your pet in for a dental procedure and then receive a much larger bill than expected.
By completing the dental X-rays and assessment first, we can identify which teeth need treatment and provide a more accurate estimate for any necessary extractions.
This gives you time to understand the recommendations, ask questions and plan for the cost before proceeding.
What If My Pet Needs Extractions?
Dental Stage 2 treatment, including extractions, is not included in the Vital Dental Plan and is charged separately.
However, Vital Dental Plan members receive a 10% saving on Stage 2 treatment when it's booked within four weeks of Stage 1.
We hope this approach provides greater reassurance, both when planning your pet's treatment and managing the cost of their care.
Already a Member of Our Existing Pet Health Plan?
If you're already a member of our Essentials plan, there's no need to make any immediate changes.
You can choose to transfer onto one of our new Vital Pet Plans or continue with your existing plan until its renewal date.
The choice is entirely yours.
Our team will be happy to explain the differences and help you decide which option works best for you and your pet.
Choosing the Right Plan for Your Pet
There isn't one perfect plan for every dog or cat.
Bronze may suit owners looking for essential routine care, while Silver adds year-round prescribed parasite protection.
Gold offers a more comprehensive approach, including dental care and wellness screening.
And for owners who particularly want to prioritise professional dental care, our dedicated Vital Dental Plan may be a good option.
Your pet's age, breed, weight, lifestyle and individual health needs can all influence which plan is most suitable.
If you're unsure, our friendly team will be happy to talk you through the options.
Looking After Your Pet Together
At Roundwood Vets, we're proud to care for the dogs and cats who are such an important part of our North West London community.
We know every pet is different, and we believe their healthcare should reflect that.
Our new Vital Pet Plans have been created with a simple goal: to make preventative veterinary care easier to budget for, better value and more accessible to the families who trust us with their pets.
Whether you're welcoming a new puppy or kitten, caring for an adult pet or supporting an older companion, we want you to feel confident and supported in making decisions about their health.
Find Out More About Our Vital Pet Plans
If you'd like to learn more about our Bronze, Silver, Gold or Dental plans, please get in touch with our friendly team at Roundwood Vets.
We'll happily explain what's included, answer your questions and help you choose the most suitable option for your pet.
Because looking after your pet's health should feel reassuring, manageable and affordable.
We look forward to helping your pets enjoy many more happy, healthy years by your side.
Speak to our team for further details!
All plans are subject to terms and conditions. Prices and savings vary depending on the plan selected and, for dogs, their weight category. Savings are calculated against the standard individual prices of included services. Rabies vaccinations are not included. Additional consultations, treatments, tests and medications outside the selected plan are charged separately. Dental Stage 2 treatment, including extractions, is not included in Gold or the dedicated Dental plan. The 10% Stage 2 saving applies to eligible Vital Dental Plan members when treatment is booked within four weeks of Stage 1. Prescription parasite treatments are subject to veterinary prescribing requirements. Vital Pet Plans are not pet insurance.
