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Gut Stasis

19/11/2021 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbits - neutering - advice from Heathfield vets

Gut or gastrointestinal stasis in rabbits is a condition where peristaltic movement (constriction and relaxation) of the gut reduces or completely stops. Bad bacteria can then build up in the gut and this makes the suffering rabbit more reluctant to eat, making the condition worse. In addition, food … [Read more...] about Gut Stasis

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, gastrointestinal, gut stasis, rabbit, rabbit disease

Managing a Bandage

26/03/2021 By Heathfield Vets

If your pet as been sent home with a bandage on, it's important that as an owner, you know how to properly manage their bandage so that their wound heals quickly. Do- check the bandage regularly Do- ensure that it stays clean and dry Do- call us for advice if it gets wet or comes off … [Read more...] about Managing a Bandage

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs Tagged With: advice, bandage, dogs, help, veterinary

Rabbit Bonding

25/02/2021 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbits - neutering - advice from Heathfield vets

Rabbits are social animals that truly benefit from being bonded in pairs. It is important to them as they are naturally prey animals in the wild; there, they rely on each other for the creation and maintenance of underground burrows, where they spend a lot of their time hiding or socialising. Having … [Read more...] about Rabbit Bonding

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, bunny, rabbit bonding, rabbits

Complaints

02/02/2021 By Heathfield Vets

Help us to improve our service to you and your animals As a practice we pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to you and your animals. We do, however, realise that occasionally our service may not fully meet your expectations.  In order to maintain a high standard of service we want to … [Read more...] about Complaints

Filed Under: Practice Information Tagged With: advice, complaints, information

Grooming

03/12/2020 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbits - neutering - advice from Heathfield vets

Rabbits require regular grooming to keep their coat in a good condition and reduce the risk of matting, skin problems and fly strike. As with cats, rabbits can get hairballs if they ingest too much hair. This can be reduced by removing dead hair by grooming. Lastly, regular grooming will help keep … [Read more...] about Grooming

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, grooming, rabbit

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

Grooming

03/12/2020 By Heathfield Vets

All dogs benefit from being groomed as it removes dead hair and dirt and keeps the skin healthy. Dogs with long coats in particular may need regular grooming to prevent matting of the coat which prevents the skin breathing and can cause skin irritation. We recommend starting to brush your puppy … [Read more...] about Grooming

Filed Under: Dogs Tagged With: advice, canine, dogs, grooming

Nutrition

26/11/2020 By Heathfield Vets

Rabbit advice centre

Rabbits are 'hind gut fermenters' that require a fibre-heavy diet. Having this specialised digestive system has its drawbacks. It is very efficient at processing low nutrient food like grass; however, the wrong types of food can throw the digestive system off balance.   Too little grass or hay … [Read more...] about Nutrition

Filed Under: Rabbits Tagged With: advice, diet, nutrition, rabbit

Hypothyroidism – Marnie’s Story

12/11/2020 By Heathfield Vets

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

Filed Under: Dogs, News Tagged With: advice, dog, hypothyroidism

Common Chicken Problems

25/06/2020 By Heathfield Vets

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

Filed Under: Chickens Tagged With: advice, brooding, chicken, chicken illness, egg bound, impacted crop

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