Heathfield Vets

Quality Care With A Friendly Face

01435 864422

Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8AD

01435 864422

Heathfield East Sussex TN21 8AD

  • Home
  • Your Vets
    • Meet the Team
    • Testimonials
    • About Heathfield Vets
    • Careers and Vacancies
  • Your Pets
    • Repeat Prescriptions and Food
    • Register Online
    • Pay Online
    • Platinum Pet Club
    • Insurance Claims
    • Pet Travel
    • Pet Advice Centre
    • Symptom Checker
    • Poisons Guide
    • Our Prices
  • Book Now
  • Emergencies
  • Services
    • Dental Care
    • Endoscopy
    • Laparoscopic (Keyhole) Spay
    • Laboratory testing
    • Laser Therapy
    • Neutering
    • Nurse Clinics
    • Orthopaedic Surgery
    • Ultrasonography
    • Vaccinations
    • Phovia Light Therapy
    • Pet Travel
    • Insurance
  • News
  • Contact

Dental Care

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Ferret Advice

Why is dental care so important? Ferrets use their mouths a lot, not just for eating; they enjoy chewing on cage bars, toys and moving things around with their teeth.  They are susceptible to dental disease which begins with a plaque deposit on the teeth (as with humans). This hardens to form … [Read more...] about Dental Care

Filed Under: Ferrets Tagged With: advice, dental, ferret, teeth

Dental Care

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

lop-eared-rabbit

Why is dental care so important? A rabbit's teeth grow throughout their lives, at a rate of up to 12cm a year!  In the wild, a natural high-fibre diet would wear down these teeth.  Pet rabbits, in contrast, may not be eating an appropriate diet and may have restricted access to sunlight in a … [Read more...] about Dental Care

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, dental, rabbits, teeth

Neutering

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

  If your dog is young, fit and healthy and you have decided not to breed from them in the future, we fully recommend neutering, which has a number of advantages. What are the benefits of neutering my female dog? Preventing unplanned, unwanted and costly offspring and complications … [Read more...] about Neutering

Filed Under: Dogs Tagged With: advice, castrate, dogs, laparoscopic spay, neutering, spay

Neutering

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

What are the benefits of neutering my rabbit? The obvious benefit is to prevent unwanted pregnancies.  Neutering is particularly important if you have a mixed pair; only having one or the other neutered can result in unwanted mounting, fighting and stress. Neutering can reduce aggressive … [Read more...] about Neutering

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, castrate, neutering, rabbits, spay

Neutering

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Unless you wish to breed from them, our advice is always to have your cat neutered at an early age, before they become sexually active. What are the benefits of neutering my cat? Preventing unplanned, unwanted and costly offspring Eliminating specific types of cancer and diseases … [Read more...] about Neutering

Filed Under: Cats Tagged With: advice, castrate, cats, neutering, spay

Insurance for Puppies and Kittens

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Pet health insurance may be the last thing on your mind when you pick up a new pet, but ensuring there is a plan in place to cover the cost of their treatment should they need it is an important part of being a pet owner.  From allergies to major surgery, a good insurance policy means you can make … [Read more...] about Insurance for Puppies and Kittens

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Practice Information, Rabbits Tagged With: advice, Insurance, kittens, puppies

Insurance for Older Pets

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

If you have an older pet which is not currently insured, you may think that they would not be eligible for cover or that at their age insurance would not be worthwhile due to prohibitive premium prices.   However, older pets are much more likely to need treatment for illness; the last years of their … [Read more...] about Insurance for Older Pets

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Practice Information, Rabbits Tagged With: advice, cats, dogs, Insurance, older pets

Insurance for Pets Aged 1-8

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Whether you have just picked up a new slightly older pet or have had them for years but never had pet health insurance, it is never too late to start a new policy.  From allergies to major surgery, a good insurance policy means you can make the most of modern veterinary care without the barrier of … [Read more...] about Insurance for Pets Aged 1-8

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Practice Information, Rabbits Tagged With: advice, cats, dogs, Insurance, rabbits

Insurance for Rescue Pets

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

There are thousands of abandoned pets in need of loving homes across the country, adopting one can be incredibly rewarding.  If you have decided to add a new addition from a rescue centre to your family, one consideration to make is taking out insurance to help towards their healthcare. What are … [Read more...] about Insurance for Rescue Pets

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Practice Information, Rabbits Tagged With: advice, cats, dogs, Insurance, rescue pets

How To Make An Insurance Claim

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

I have insurance, how do I make a claim? All pet insurance companies handle claims differently, some can be handled entirely online, some require a paper form and some require you to contact your insurance company to start the claim initially.  It is best to contact your insurer first to find out … [Read more...] about How To Make An Insurance Claim

Filed Under: Practice Information Tagged With: advice, Insurance, pets

  • « Go to Previous Page
  • Page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 16
  • Page 17
  • Page 18
  • Page 19
  • Page 20
  • Page 21
  • Go to Next Page »

Pet Advice Centre

Pet Advice – Dogs

Pet Advice – Cats

Pet Advice – Rabbits

Pet Advice – Ferrets

Pet Advice – Chickens

Practice Information

Recent blogs

Heathfield Vets joins the Kin Vet Community

Puppy hiccups

Adder bites

What to do if your pet goes missing

Cat bite abscesses

Changes to the Leptospirosis vaccine

The 2025 pet Christmas gift guide

Puppy teething

Our response to the Competitions and Market Authority report

What does it mean to be RCVS accredited?

Setting up a hamster home

Cat Litter Tray Tips

Keeping your pets safe in autumn

Choosing the right pet food

Behavioural issues in dogs

New strain of Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease 2

Heathfield Vets wins ‘Best in County’ 2025

Choosing holiday care for your pet

How to choose a dog walker: A guide for pet parents

Referrals

Copyright © 2026 Heathfield Vets Ltd | Privacy policy | Cookies policy |Terms of use | Terms of business | Online portal

Scroll Up
MENU
  • Home
  • Your Vets
    • Meet the Team
    • Testimonials
    • About Heathfield Vets
    • Careers and Vacancies
  • Your Pets
    • Repeat Prescriptions and Food
    • Register Online
    • Pay Online
    • Platinum Pet Club
    • Insurance Claims
    • Pet Travel
    • Pet Advice Centre
    • Symptom Checker
    • Poisons Guide
    • Our Prices
  • Book Now
  • Emergencies
  • Services
    • Dental Care
    • Endoscopy
    • Laparoscopic (Keyhole) Spay
    • Laboratory testing
    • Laser Therapy
    • Neutering
    • Nurse Clinics
    • Orthopaedic Surgery
    • Ultrasonography
    • Vaccinations
    • Phovia Light Therapy
    • Pet Travel
    • Insurance
  • News
  • Contact