Cat and Dog Vaccination Shortage - Last Updated 4 October 2021 Due to problems with some manufacturers experiencing vaccine shortages, there has been a knock-on impact on the entire cat and dog vaccination industry. Although we will hopefully continue to see supplies trickling in over … [Read more...] about Vaccination Shortage – Last Updated 4 October 2021
Allergies
Seasonal allergies Whilst we humans suffer from sneezing and sniffing thanks to allergens, our pet's allergies take the form of skin irritation or inflammation. If your cat or dog seems itchy at only certain times of year, they may be reacting to seasonal, environmental allergens. Signs and … [Read more...] about Allergies
Arthritis
What is arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease which commonly affects middle-aged to senior dogs and cats, although it can affect pets at any age. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage in a joint erodes, causing the surface to become uneven. Joints can no longer glide past each other … [Read more...] about Arthritis
Managing a Bandage
If your pet as been sent home with a bandage on, it's important that as an owner, you know how to properly manage their bandage so that their wound heals quickly. Do- check the bandage regularly Do- ensure that it stays clean and dry Do- call us for advice if it gets wet or comes off … [Read more...] about Managing a Bandage
Rabbit Bonding
Rabbits are social animals that truly benefit from being bonded in pairs. It is important to them as they are naturally prey animals in the wild; there, they rely on each other for the creation and maintenance of underground burrows, where they spend a lot of their time hiding or socialising. Having … [Read more...] about Rabbit Bonding
Complaints
Help us to improve our service to you and your animals As a practice we pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to you and your animals. We do, however, realise that occasionally our service may not fully meet your expectations. In order to maintain a high standard of service we want to … [Read more...] about Complaints
Travelling to the EU post-Brexit
As the UK has now left the EU, UK issued PET passports will no longer be valid for entry into the EU. The UK has been classed as a part 2 listed country; this means that your pet must be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies and have an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by an official … [Read more...] about Travelling to the EU post-Brexit
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy has been in use in medical circles since the 1970s, but it is only in the last few years, with the advent of the Mark IV version, that is has become possible to deeply penetrate tissues in a relatively short time, making it a practical proposition to treat animals. Before going ahead, … [Read more...] about Laser Therapy
Grooming
Rabbits require regular grooming to keep their coat in a good condition and reduce the risk of matting, skin problems and fly strike. As with cats, rabbits can get hairballs if they ingest too much hair. This can be reduced by removing dead hair by grooming. Lastly, regular grooming will help keep … [Read more...] about Grooming
Grooming
Keeping your cat well groomed helps to maintain a healthy, glossy coat and also provides the opportunity to check for fleas and mats. Removing loose hair also helps to prevent hairballs and can reinforce the bond between you and your cat. Getting your kitten used to being groomed at a young age … [Read more...] about Grooming
