Why are vaccinations important? There are a number of highly infectious (and potentially fatal) diseases that can affect your pet. Many of these diseases have no effective treatment, and in extreme cases, animals may die. However, for many of these conditions there is a simple protection in the … [Read more...] about Vaccinations
Dental Care
What can I do to help look after my dog’s teeth? A good diet is important for maintaining your dog's dental health. Stay away from dental sticks or treats which are not effective and generally too high in calories; instead opt for raw bones or natural treats (like buffalo chews) which dogs will … [Read more...] about Dental Care
Vaccinations
Why are vaccinations important? There are a number of highly infectious diseases that can affect your pet. Many of these diseases have no effective treatment and in the majority of cases prove fatal for unvaccinated rabbits.. However, for many of these conditions there is a simple protection in … [Read more...] about Vaccinations
Walking Dogs in Winter
Even when the snow and cold winds hit, it's important that your dog gets enough exercise! Here are a few tips for winter dog walking: Be sensible! Going out in a blizzard or icy conditions won't be good for you or your dog! Shorten walks on colder days, try some indoor games like fetch … [Read more...] about Walking Dogs in Winter
Winter Cat Care
As winter draws in it's important to think about how the cold weather can affect our animals. Here are a few tips for keeping your cat safe in the colder months: > The most effective way of keeping cats safe and warm is of course to keep them snuggled up indoors! Provide some toys and … [Read more...] about Winter Cat Care
Keep Pets Safe At Halloween
Halloween is a fun time for us and especially the children, but can be a stressful time for our pets. Here are a few tips to keep your pets safe and calm on the spookiest of nights, to avoid a real nightmare! Walk dogs earlier in the day before trick or treaters come out to play - especially … [Read more...] about Keep Pets Safe At Halloween
Bonfire Night Tips
Our Tips To Keep Your Pet Calm On Bonfire Night It's not long now to Bonfire Night on 5th November - and plenty of people will be celebrating with bonfires and fireworks this weekend as well. Lots of pets get anxious about fireworks - and some can be very frightened indeed, both from the … [Read more...] about Bonfire Night Tips
Vet Nursing at Heathfield Vets
Veterinary nursing is a varied, challenging and rewarding career; veterinary nurses are a world away from being merely ‘vet assistants’. They are highly trained to deal with patient care, as vet nurses who have registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons have undergone between 2-4 years … [Read more...] about Vet Nursing at Heathfield Vets
Car Sickness in Dogs
Travel sickness is a common occurrence, affecting 1 in 6 dogs of all ages. It is more common in puppies, but for some dogs it may persist as they grow into adults. Your pup may come to associate car trips with nausea after a bad experience, with anxiety and stress also exacerbating travel … [Read more...] about Car Sickness in Dogs
Conjunctivitis in Pets
What is conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is an itchy, uncomfortable inflammation of the 'conjunctiva', which is the membrane which covers the eyeballs and lines the eyelids. It can be just as common in pets as it is in humans, so it's always best to get it checked if you suspect your pet may be … [Read more...] about Conjunctivitis in Pets
