Haycombe Veterinary Centre

11/12/2024

As a practice we recommend you consider insuring your pet for many reasons.

Pet insurance can help cover unexpected costs, whether they be large one off bills or ongoing treatment plans.

Insurance will allow you and your vet to make decisions based on what is best for your pet rather than what you are able to afford.

Remember not all pet insurance is the same so it is a good idea to check the cover provided and ask if you will be paying more for claiming.

08/12/2024

Gift your pet a membership to The Healthy Pet Club this Christmas - setting them up for a healthy and happy year ahead. 💜

Plus being a member can save you up to £200 a year on average compared to if you paid for your pet’s preventative healthcare without a membership. 🐶🐱🐰

Find out how to join today:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

08/12/2024

Gift your pet a membership to The Healthy Pet Club this Christmas - setting them up for a healthy and happy year ahead. 💜

Plus being a member can save you up to £200 a year on average compared to if you paid for your pet’s preventative healthcare without a membership. 🐶🐱🐰

Find out how to join today:

The Healthy Pet Club is our preventative healthcare plan available for dogs, cats and rabbits. Get discounts and benefits that save you money on routine healthcare for your pet.

05/12/2024

You may receive an email from Petchip.network Petchip.Network - Petchip Network advising that your pet’s microchip registration has expired and you need to pay for it to be updated – PLEASE IGNORE. THIS IS A SCAM. The email comes with a link taking you to a page showing your pet’s name, microchip number, your contact phone number and looks very convincing. PLEASE IGNORE.

There is a list of approved databases on gov.uk: Get your dog or cat microchipped - GOV.UK: gov.uk/get-your-dog-cat-microchipped

Typically you would only pay a fee on first registering your pet or if you contact the company to update your details.

It is important to keep your pet’s microchip contact details up-to-date including if you move address or change phone number/ email address. Please contact your microchip provider to update your details.

30/11/2024

Our practices are taking part in the Antibiotic Amnesty this November.

What to do if you have leftover or unused antibiotics:

🐾 Return them to your vet practice for safe disposal

🐾 Inappropriate disposal of unused antibiotics could contribute to antimicrobial resistance and pollute the environment through waterways, affecting our wildlife

🐾 Don’t ever give your pet, or any pet for which they haven’t been prescribed, left-over or out of date antibiotics. Using antibiotics when not needed could risk side effects, delay an accurate diagnosis for your pet, mean that your pet’s condition may not be treatable, and contributes to antimicrobial resistance

29/11/2024

It's Black Friday - while everyone else is busy snapping up shopping bargains, we're celebrating Black Fur-day! Drop a picture of your black pets below to help us spread the word.

28/11/2024

When you are a member of The Healthy Pet Club, 20% off selected lifetime care medications is included in the scheme, plus many more benefits to help support you in giving your pet the best care. 💜💚

Find out how to join today: vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

25/11/2024

Save money and spread the cost of your pet’s healthcare when you join The Healthy Pet Club 🐶🐱🐰.

Vaccinations, parasite control, health checks, plus much more included - find out more here: vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

22/11/2024

We're delighted to introduce our new vet Maria. She will be working at our Frome practice Monday to Wednesday and at Haycombe on Fridays. Maria qualified in 2012, after her studies at CEU Cardinal Herrera in Valencia, Spain, and came to England soon after. She lives with her husband and two cats Teddy & Izzy. In her spare time she loves to run and crochet. Welcome Maria!

21/11/2024

Deafness can be a very isolating disability, so a hearing dog offers constant companionship and emotional support, giving deaf people the confidence to reconnect with their family, friends and community around them. This combination of practical assistance and lifelong friendship can be completely life-changing.💚

18/11/2024

As the nights draw in, a lot of us will be starting to walk our dogs in the dark. Check out our top tips below on staying safe whilst out and about with your pooch.

15/11/2024

Have you seen the recent rules that make it a legal requirement for everyone in Great Britain who keeps birds outdoors to register with the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA)?
You can find more details here: guidance-for-registration-of-kept-birds-sept-2024.pdf (bva.co.uk)
New mandatory bird registration: what do keepers need to know – Government Vets (blog.gov.uk)
The rules apply to poultry and other captive birds including pets and aviary birds.
You do not need to register indoor birds such as budgies, parrots, cockatiels and finches if they are fully housed in a dwelling (your home or another indoor structure) and with no access to the open air.

12/11/2024

Parasites are not just around during the warmer months, due to our central heated homes, for example, fleas can be a problem all year round 🐾.

Vet prescribed parasite treatment is one of the benefits included when you join The Healthy Pet Club 💜.

Find out more here:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

11/11/2024

The 11th November is a day dedicated to honoring military personnel who lost their lives in service to their country. The date commemorates the armistice signed at the end of World War I on November 11, 1918.
Wearing a poppy is a show of support for the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces, veterans and their families. It represents all those who lost their lives on active service, from the beginning of the First World War right up to present day.

07/11/2024

07/11/2024

November is National Diabetes Month. The most commonsymptoms of diabetes in dogs are increased thirst and urination, weight loss, and often increased appetite.
Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of diabetes in dogs at: vetcollection.co.uk/health/conditions/caninediabetes/

06/11/2024

Wednesday 6th November marks National Stress Awareness Day, which seeks to raise awareness of the negative effects that stress can have on our health.

While stress can sometimes serve as a helpful motivator, too much of it can negatively impact our mood, body, and mind.

This is where our pets play an important role: they can greatly help reduce stress and boost mental well-being. Interacting with pets has a soothing effect on the body, helping to lower blood pressure, ease anxiety, and increase feelings of social support.

Petting or cuddling animals can release oxytocin, a hormone that promotes relaxation and bonding, while also lowering cortisol levels, which are linked to stress.

Feeling stressed? Take a few extra moments today to cuddle your pet and ease those feelings of tension.

05/11/2024

Tonight is Bonfire Night. Check out our top tips on getting your pet prepared before and on the night.
For more information and support: vetcollection.co.uk/health/pets-andfireworks