A NEW veterinary practice is set to open in Kidderminster next month to care for pets in the local area.

The practice, called Maggie and Marlow, has been designed to create a "warm and welcoming environment" to keep pets calm and happy during their visit.

This includes separate waiting areas for cats and dogs and consult rooms.

Clients can also download a free 24/7 app offering advice from qualified vets, customised articles and an online appointment booking system.

Maggie and Marlow is part of veterinary group Linnaeus, which has invested £1.5 million into the new practice.

Eight local jobs have been created, with more roles to be created as the practice grows.

David Walker, chief medical officer at Linnaeus, said: “We are so excited to introduce Maggie and Marlow to Kidderminster, and are planning to offer high quality, accessible and personalised care to pets and their owners in the area.

“We thought long and hard about the right name for the practice and listened to a range of feedback from pet owners. Maggie represents the owners who are devoted to their animals – while Marlow is the pet who loves them back.

“As pet owners ourselves, we understand the importance and strength of the bond between animals and their families, which is something we want to support and celebrate in the local community.”

Maggie and Marlow will be based at Prospect House in Lion Square.

The new practice features five consult rooms plus a range of facilities including dental equipment, x-ray and ultrasound scanning suites, a laboratory and two surgical theatres.