Cat and Dog Vaccination Shortage - Latest Update 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 – Update 4 October 2021
Separation Anxiety
What is Separation Anxiety? Separation anxiety occurs when dogs are left alone. With lots of us going back into the office after a year of working from home, you may start to see signs that your dog is experiencing stress. What are the Signs? Dogs will typically start to display anxious … [Read more...] about Separation Anxiety
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
Changes to Our Out of Hours Emergency Services
To All our Valued Clients We are writing to inform you that we are reducing the amount of out of hours service we will be providing. Please read below for further details of the changes. Why is this change necessary? The changing nature of the veterinary sector means that … [Read more...] about Changes to Our Out of Hours Emergency Services
Rabbit Awareness Week
This is rabbit awareness week and we have special features every day on our Facebook page - so do check them out if your special family members are rabbits, or you are considering getting a pair of these delightful animals. Dental Health for Rabbits The health of a rabbit's teeth has a … [Read more...] about Rabbit Awareness Week
Microchipping Cats
Compulsory Microchipping for Cats is Coming Under the proposed Action Plan for Animal Welfare Act it will be compulsory to have your cat microchipped. It is currently a requirement for dogs to be microchipped from 8 weeks old and since the introduction of this law there has been a 90% compliance … [Read more...] about Microchipping Cats
Spring Stepathon
We are Fundraising for the Oriental Cat Welfare Trust this May. We are aiming for '4 Million Steps in May' to raise money for the Oriental Cat Welfare Trust. The whole team will be counting their steps as they treat patients, vaccinate puppies, microchip kittens and much more! Oriental Cat … [Read more...] about Spring Stepathon
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
Dry Eye
What is "Dry Eye"? Dry eye or keratoconjuctivitis sicca (KCS) occurs when tear production is impaired, resulting in inflammation of the cornea due to drying. The condition is very painful and will get worse if left untreated. Dry eye can be caused by an immune related disorder which causes … [Read more...] about Dry Eye
Travel With Your Pet After Brexit
Pet Passports Are No Longer Valid For Travel To The EU As the UK has now left the EU, UK issued Pet Passports are no longer valid for travel to the EU. Here is a summary of the key changes. We will be publishing more detailed advice on our website in the next few months. Animal Health … [Read more...] about Travel With Your Pet After Brexit