A NEW state-of-the-art veterinary practice has officially opened its doors in Kidderminster.

The modern £1.5 million practice, called Maggie and Marlow, features five consulting rooms, two surgical theatres, its own laboratory and dental, X-ray and ultrasound suites.

The new clinic, which is part of leading veterinary group Linnaeus, is based at Prospect House in Lion Square.

Practice manager Rhiannon Cartwright says the surgery aims to be at the heart of the town’s community.

The registered veterinary nurse from Kidderminster said: “We want to be the epitome of a ‘local vets’, working closely with, and for, the town’s community of pet lovers.

“A lot of time and thought has gone into designing the Maggie and Marlow practice to ensure we can provide our clients and patients with all possible treatment options within a safe and calming environment.

“As part of the practice design, we have separate waiting areas for cats and dogs, and comfortable consult rooms to give patients and their owners the space and privacy they need.

“It’s been a really exciting time as we have recruited our talented team, carefully designed the clinical facilities and invested in the best equipment to offer a full range of services.

“Along with clients dealing with our friendly and helpful reception team, they can also download a free 24/7 app offering advice from qualified vets, customised articles and an online appointment booking system.”

David Walker, chief medical officer at Linnaeus, said Maggie and Marlow aims to make a major contribution to pet care in Kidderminster and surrounding area, especially with its keen focus on preventative care.

He added: “The aim is to offer and deliver high quality, accessible and personalised care to pets and their owners in the area.”