🐶 Meet Lucky 🐶
Lucky was in for a weight check for her flea and worming treatment with one of our veterinary nurses and she had some amazing tricks to show us and she is only 4 months old! 🥰
Can't wait to see what you learn next Lucky 🐾
🌟 Big shout-out to one of our veterinary nurses who has been looking after a few litters of baby hedgehogs that have been handed in recently and doing an awesome job! 🌟
It is baby hedgehog season and female hedgehogs are very busy caring for their babies. These baby hedgehogs were brought into practice last week, as their nest had been disturbed due to garden work being carried out and their mother was frightened and ran off.
Hedgehogs breed in Spring and Summer, mostly during May and June. Both male and female hedgehogs can mate several times a year with multiple partners. Litters usually consist of around four or five hoglets.
Baby hedgehogs are called hoglets. If you find a hoglet on their own, it's usually best to leave them alone as their parent is probably close by. If a nest is disturbed, the mother will be near by and usually returns to the nest when it is quiet and safe to do so. She will then either continue to nurse her young in the current location, or move them to a new, safer nest.
Hoglets are born blind and deaf, and their spines are pure white when they first appear soon after birth. They'll start leaving the nest to forage with their mother around four weeks old and will be independent by about eight weeks old.
If you find a hoglet during the day they may need rescuing. Check the surrounding area to see if there are other hoglets as there are usually four or five in a litter.
Watch from a safe distance and only intervene if the hoglet is:
🦔 In immediate danger
🦔 Squeaking with eyes shut or huddled together with other hoglets in the open, without an adult nearby
🦔 Next to a dead adult
🦔 Weighing less than 300g (about the size of an apple) without an adult nearby
🦔 Out during the day when it’s very cold
🦔 Sick, injured or surrounded by flies
Young hedgehogs larger than an apple and seen at night should be fully weaned and ready to be independent of their parents so should be left alone.
It’s the least they deserve! 👑😘 #Coronation #RoyalCoronation
It’s the least they deserve! 👑😘
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#NationalPetWalkingDay
Which one does your dog ❤️? Let us know in the comments!
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#nationalpuppyday
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World Pet Memorial Day
Join us in lighting a candle to remember all the pets we have lost.
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Pet Travel Tips
Travelling with your pet can be stressful at the best of times, but in the summer, with the added heat and dehydration concerns, it’s vital that you have a plan before you set off.
Here’s a few things to think about which could make your life easier.
If you are very concerned, reach out to us for further advice.
Chocolate Poisoning
Chocolate… great for us. Not great for your pet.
Christina the Vet is here to drop some knowledge on why this is and what YOU can do to ensure your pet has a happy and healthy easter.
If you think your pet has got their paws on some chocolate, give us a ring.
National Pet Day
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Older Pet Tips
As a caring owner you’ll know that healthy food, enough exercise, loving attention, sleep, access to veterinary care and the occasional treat are all key to ensuring your pet lives a happy life.
But when they reach an older age, there’s ways to make them as comfy and happy as possible.
Day 12
Day #12 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
With the excitement of Christmas morning, it’s not uncommon for children’s gifts to end up strewn about. However, toys with small removable parts and items such as batteries may pose a real risk to your pets if eaten. Take care to supervise pets and remove temptation clearing up and moving gifts from the floor. If items are accidentally eaten, please contact your veterinary practice for further advice.
Day 11
Day #11 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Fireworks can be very scary for our pets. It’s sensible to keep cats and dogs inside after dark and close windows and curtains. Where possible keep the lights on and create some background noise by playing music or having the television on. Pets will often benefit from having a safe place to hide and stressed pets should not be left home alone. Speak to your veterinary team if you are worried about managing your pet’s firework stress.
Day 10
Day #10 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
If you are entertaining guests this Christmas, there are likely to be more people going in and out of your home. Take care to ensure your guests know how to interact with your pets and that pets have somewhere quiet to go if they need time alone. Having pets microchipped brings peace of mind that they can be traced back to you if they are accidentally let out or escape.
Day 9
Day #9 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
As the weather gets colder paths and roads are commonly gritted to melt the ice. However, this grit can sometimes irritate dogs’ paws causing mild to, in some cases, more severe discomfort. It’s sensible to avoid heavily gritted areas where possible and thoroughly wipe your dog’s paws after walks or give their feet a quick rinse if needed. If your dog is distressed after a walk or seems to be in pain, contact your veterinary practice for further advice.
Day 8
Day #8 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Grapes and their dried varieties are common at Christmas but toxic to dogs. The dried varieties of these fruits are often found in mince pies, Christmas pudding, stollen and fruit and nut mix, so keep all these treats out of reach! If your dog does accidentally eat something containing these foods, call you veterinary practice as soon as possible for advice.
Day 7
Day #7 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Did you know that certain Christmas plants can make your pets unwell if eaten? Keep poinsettia, ivy, holly and mistletoe out of reach to avoid stomach upsets. Also discourage pets from chewing on the Christmas tree as this too can cause digestive issues and sharp pine needles may cause irritation and damage. If your eats something they shouldn’t, or develops vomiting or diarrhoea, then contact your veterinary practice for further support.
Day 6
Day #6 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Ethylene glycol found in antifreeze is poisonous to cats and dogs and can be fatal if left untreated, so as a pet owner it is important to be aware of this as the weather gets colder. Signs of antifreeze poisoning are vomiting, drooling, seeming drunk, having seizures, and drinking and weeing more. If you are worried that your pet is unwell or may have ingested antifreeze contact your veterinary team as soon as possible for advice.
Day 5
Day #5 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Although Christmas decorations help to set the scene, certain decorations may pose a risk to our pets. For example, stringy decorations such as tinsel and decorative string can cause digestive blockages if eaten and glass baubles may cut paws if smashed. Christmas trees may resemble an exciting climbing frame to adventurous cats, so consider tethering them! Keep inquisitive pets safe by supervising them and keeping them away from potential dangers.
