Marnie suffers from a condition called hypothyroidism. Her story began with a routine appointment after she started displaying some gradual abnormal symptoms and this has lead to a confirmed diagnosis and treatment which has greatly improved her quality of life. “My Alaskan Malamute Marnie … [Read more...] about Hypothyroidism – Marnie’s Story
Tapeworms and Your Pet
Tapeworms - Quick Q&A What are tapeworms? Tapeworms are more of a problem in the adult cat or dog. There are several species, each using the cat or dog as a primary host. They are often seen sticking to the fur around the hind end of a cat or dog, looking rather like grains of rice. How … [Read more...] about Tapeworms and Your Pet
How To Clean Your Dog’s Ears
You shouldn't regularly need to clean your dog's ears unless advised by a vet - unnecessary cleaning can cause inflammation. However, if your vet has advised that you need to clean your dog's ears, you may not know where to start! So here is our handy guide to how to get those doggy ears … [Read more...] about How To Clean Your Dog’s Ears
New red mite preventative treatment for chickens
A new red mite preventative treatment for chickens is now available for our clients. Red mites have long been the scourge of chicken keepers. These tiny mites can multiply quickly if not spotted and then rapidly infect a whole flock. Fortunately, we can now offer an effective and easy to use … [Read more...] about New red mite preventative treatment for chickens
Common Chicken Problems
Moulting and Feather Damage Chickens go through a natural moulting process after summer as the weather becomes colder. Your birds won't look their normal beautiful selves for a few weeks! Birds will lose their glossy feathers from the head down and they will be replaced by new pinfeathers. This … [Read more...] about Common Chicken Problems
Parasites
Worms Back garden flocks can be affected by parasitic worms just as much as larger scale commercial farmers. Intestinal worms such as roundworms, hair worms and caecal worms can cause weight loss and reduced appetite, dullness, diarrhea and a drop in egg production however some birds may show no … [Read more...] about Parasites
Setting Up A Chicken Coop
Back-garden chicken coops are increasingly popular, particularly in Sussex and we see quite a few chickens every year at Heathfield Vets. Whether they are kept as pets or as an egg producing flock, chickens can make a wonderful addition to your family. If you are thinking of welcoming some … [Read more...] about Setting Up A Chicken Coop
Feeding Your Chickens
What we feed our animals affects their health and happiness, just like dogs and cats, chickens can suffer if they don't get the right nutrients in their diets or eat too many treats. It's important to keep feeders clean and to always provide fresh, clean water for your flock. Pellet Food A good … [Read more...] about Feeding Your Chickens
The Chicken M.O.T – Is Your Hen In Good Health?
Chickens make wonderful pets with the added bonus of tasty eggs throughout the year too! Keeping your chickens healthy and happy is a big responsibility and if you're a new keeper of a back garden flock, it can be daunting to know when something is wrong or not. Your birds should be checked … [Read more...] about The Chicken M.O.T – Is Your Hen In Good Health?
Changes To Our Out Of Hours Emergency Service
To all our valued clients, Re: Out of hours emergency service We are writing this open letter to inform you that we are now at the point in the lifetime of the practice where we need to make changes to the way we provide our out of hours emergency service, by introducing our new hybrid … [Read more...] about Changes To Our Out Of Hours Emergency Service
