RCVS Small Animal Veterinary Hospital status was achieved by Beechwood in 2001. The term Veterinary Hospital cannot be used by just any veterinary practice. In order to be worthy of the title Veterinary Hospital a practice has to meet a rigid set of criteria set by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Practice Standards Scheme. This not only involves purchasing equipment and obtaining new clinical skills but also constantly monitoring and improving areas as diverse as hygiene, health and safety and building design. To be awarded and to maintain the title Veterinary Hospital a lengthy independent inspection as regulated by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is regularly performed. The title Veterinary Hospital indicates that such a practice is able to provide the highest standard of veterinary care. We are proud that Beechwood Veterinary Hospital is able to offer this level of care to the animals of the region.
