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 – Not Just For Dogs
Top 5 Dental Tips for Rabbits and Rodents
Rabbits and other rodents, such as guinea pigs, have open rooted teeth, which means they constantly grow. Because of this they have very specific dental requirements which, if they are not met, can lead to further health problems. Read on for our five top tips for keeping your rabbit’s teeth … [Read more...] about Top 5 Dental Tips for Rabbits and Rodents
Winter Weather Advice
Keeping Warm They may have a thick fur coat, but both cats and dogs can get cold in chilly weather, especially if they aren’t used to it – and for those breeds with lighter coats. So do make sure your pets are warm and dry, especially if you are out all day and the heating is off then. Warm … [Read more...] about Winter Weather Advice
Harvest Mites
Harvest mites are another of those pesky parasites that plague our pets. As you'll guess from their name, this is the time of year when they come out to play, but they aren't much fun for our dogs and cats. Their scientific name is Neotrombicula (or just Trombicula) autumnalis and they are a … [Read more...] about Harvest Mites
Heathfield Vets Advice for Rabbits – 3 Key Questions On Worming Rabbits
Heathfield Vets Answer The 3 Key Questions On Worming Rabbits 1 - What exactly are rabbit worms? Of course, we aren’t talking about garden worms here. Worms are parasites, which live within the gut of your rabbit. All pets have them, not just rabbits. Rabbits get what are known as "pin worms". … [Read more...] about Heathfield Vets Advice for Rabbits – 3 Key Questions On Worming Rabbits
Heathfield Vets Advice – Dental Care For Rabbits
Correct dental care for your pet rabbits is vital Tooth related problems are probably the most common preventable problem – it just keeps cropping up... What are the problems? The real problem is that rabbits’ teeth just grow and grow – and then still keep on growing! All their lives in … [Read more...] about Heathfield Vets Advice – Dental Care For Rabbits
