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Travelling to the EU post-Brexit

02/02/2021 By Heathfield Vets

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

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Ferrets Tagged With: animal health certificate, Brexit, pet passport, pet travel

Laser Therapy

18/12/2020 By Heathfield Vets

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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

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Ferrets Tagged With: arthritis, laser, laser therapy

Grooming

03/12/2020 By Heathfield Vets

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

Filed Under: Cats Tagged With: advice, cats, feline, grooming, matting

Noise Anxiety – How To Desensitise Your Pets

27/11/2020 By Heathfield Vets

What is 'sound aversion' in cats and dogs? 'Sound aversion' or a fear of loud noises is quite a common problem in the pet world. It can be caused by a lack of exposure to loud sounds in early development, a genetic pre-disposition or even as an emotional response to a traumatic event. The symptoms … [Read more...] about Noise Anxiety – How To Desensitise Your Pets

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs Tagged With: noise anxiety

Parasite Control

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Fleas A flea is small, dark brown, flattened from side to side and has the ability to jump huge distances. This means that only a few moments of contact with an infested animal can lead to problems for you and your pet.  Flea bites are not only irritating to your pet but can lead to more serious … [Read more...] about Parasite Control

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Ferrets Tagged With: advice, cats, dogs, ferrets, fleas, mites, parasites

Worming

20/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

Cats and dogs, as predatory and naturally inquisitive animals, can pick up all kinds of parasites on their travels. For the sake of human as well as pet health, these parasites should be controlled by regular use of worming products, available from the surgery. Lungworm (Angiostrongylus … [Read more...] about Worming

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs Tagged With: advice, cats, dogs, parasites, worming

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

Dental Care

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

What can I do to help look after my cat’s teeth? A good diet is important for maintaining your cat's dental health; there are special dental diets available with biscuits shaped to reduce plaque on the teeth.  Stay away from dental sticks or treats which are not effective and generally too high in … [Read more...] about Dental Care

Filed Under: Cats Tagged With: advice, cats, dental, pets

Vaccinations

16/12/2019 By Heathfield Vets

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

Filed Under: Cats Tagged With: advice, cat flu, cats, Vaccinations

Microchipping

29/08/2019 By Heathfield Vets

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The importance of microchipping We often have stray and lost dogs or cats brought into us to the surgery in the hopes we can reunite them with their family. It can happen to the most vigilant owner - cats and dogs (or rabbits and ferrets!) can make a break for it and decide to go on an adventure … [Read more...] about Microchipping

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, Ferrets, News, Rabbits Tagged With: cats, dogs, ferrets, microchipping, rabbits, tortoises

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