Veterinary surgeons may on occasion need to refer patients to an outside organisation, practice or colleague if they feel that the case is outside of their skills and experience. At Heathfield Vets we try to do as much as we can at the practice so our patients and clients don't have to travel. For … [Read more...] about Referrals
Responsible of use of anti-parasitics
There have been many reports recently of the detrimental effects of pet flea and worming treatments on the environment and wildlife. At Heathfield Vets, we are committed to reducing our impact on the environment by choosing products that will protect our patients with minimal environmental … [Read more...] about Responsible of use of anti-parasitics
Creating a cat friendly vet visit
We want our patients to have a positive experience when they visit us, free of stress, anxiety and frustration. Cats are very susceptible to these emotions, but by working with owners we hope to create a cat-friendly visit from start to finish. Stress points for cats can begin long before their … [Read more...] about Creating a cat friendly vet visit
Brucella canis
In recent years there has been an increase in the number of UK cases of a disease called Brucella canis. It is a disease prevalent in mainland Europe, but previously rarely seen in the UK. It is believed that an increase in imported dogs from countries where the disease is endemic and a lack of … [Read more...] about Brucella canis
Pet Insurance Basics
Leptospirosis
What is leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection caused by spiral-shaped bacteria of the genus Leptospira (also referred to as leptospires) which can cause damage to vital organs such as the liver and kidneys. Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease which can infect many different species; … [Read more...] about Leptospirosis
Environmental sustainability in practice
As part of our commitment to improving our environmental sustainability as a practice we are always looking at new ways to stay green. Here are some of the improvements we have implemented to reduce our impact on the environment. Recycling and reusing Where possible we use items that can be … [Read more...] about Environmental sustainability in practice
Post-operative mental enrichment
If your dog has had a surgical procedure with us, it's likely that we have recommended that they be kept calm and restricted to lead walks only. We know how difficult it can be to keep an energetic dog entertained post-operatively so here are some great enrichment ideas to keep them mentally … [Read more...] about Post-operative mental enrichment
Pet-safe houseplant swaps
Houseplants are more popular than ever and if you have pets then it's important to know which are safe and which need to be kept out of reach or not in the house at all, as those which are toxic can have serious consequences, including being fatal. Even if plants are kept out of reach, be sure to … [Read more...] about Pet-safe houseplant swaps
What to consider when adopting a foreign rescue
There are many UK based charities which focus on importing dogs in need of loving homes from outside the UK. Getting any pet is a huge commitment and there are some extra considerations to make if you decide to adopt an imported dog. Particularly, there are some canine diseases which are prevalent … [Read more...] about What to consider when adopting a foreign rescue
