As a responsible pet owner, you understand the importance of following your vet's advice and instructions carefully.
👩🏾⚕️ If you ever have any concerns about the medication your pet has been prescribed, please contact us.
By working together, we can help preserve antibiotics for today and tomorrow. 🌍
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We understand the importance of safeguarding antibiotics – that’s why our Associates are making pledges to become Antibiotic Guardians. 👼
Why not join us and make your pledge, too?
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Check the back of your cupboard or your fridge for any expired or unused medicines for your pet.
If you come across any veterinary medications that your pet no longer needs or are past their expiration date, you can bring them to our practice for safe disposal.
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This week is World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW), a global campaign that is celebrated annually to raise awareness about antibiotic resistance and the dangers it poses to both human and animal health.
It's critical that we preserve the effectiveness of our antibiotics for as long as possible, which can be achieved by only using them when necessary. The battle against antibiotic resistance is a collective effort, and we all have a role to play.
We’re going blue to raise awareness. Are you ready to do your part?
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⏰ As the clocks go back in a few weekends to herald the start of Winter, we can now pull out our winter woollies and don our winter boots for walks with our dogs through colourful lanes in the crisp autumn air! 🧤🧣👢
However, you might walk your dog after dark due to the decreased daylight hours. Here are some autumn dog walking tips to consider when exercising during these times to keep yourself and your pet safe…
#AutumnHazards #DaylightSaving
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The loud bangs and flashing lights of fireworks can be distressing for small animals. As Bonfire Night approaches, ensuring that your pets are well-prepared for the occasion is important. If you own small animals like rabbits or guinea pigs, here are some tips to help them remain calm and happy.
🧶Provide extra bedding if your pet lives outdoors so they can burrow down and feel safe from any bright lights and loud noises. This will give them a comfortable and secure space to hide away from the excitement.
🏡Consider bringing your pet indoors for the night to shield them from the noise and commotion of the evening. Playing some relaxing music can also help to muffle the sound of fireworks and create a calming atmosphere.
🚪If your pet already lives indoors, close curtains and windows to dampen the sound of loud bangs and create a more peaceful environment.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
#BonfireNight #Fireworks
🍂 🐱 As autumn sets in and the nights grow longer, it's time to prepare for Bonfire Night. However, while fireworks bring us joy, they can be distressing for our feline friends.
As clever creatures, cats require extra care during this time. Here are some tips to help keep your cat safe and comfortable:
🏠 Keep your cat indoors where possible and make sure they are microchipped
🤫Create a cosy and quiet space inside where they can relax and avoid the noise.
🐱Consider giving them calming treats or supplements to help them stay calm. A pheromone diffuser may also be beneficial, particularly to start using ahead of the celebration season.
Do you have any additional tips to help fellow cat owners? Share your top tips in the comments below.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.
#BonfireNight #Fireworks
The fireworks season is just around the corner, but for many dogs, this time of year can be quite distressing. To ensure that your canine companion feels safe and secure during this period, it's essential to prepare them ahead of time.
Here are our top three tips for keeping your pet as comfortable as possible:
🚪Keep your dog from escaping the house by securely closing all doors and windows.
🎆Close curtains and blinds to help muffle the sounds and flashing lights of fireworks.
🦮Walk your dog before it gets dark.
🔒 In case of an unexpected event, ensure your pet has an up-to-date microchip with current information.
❤️Give your dog plenty of love, attention, and fun activities to distract them.
🐶 Avoid leaving your dog alone during this time.
🎶 Have some calming music playing in the background to mask out the loud bangs of fireworks.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
#BonfireNight #Fireworks
📆 👨⚕️👩⚕️ Throughout May, to celebrate Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, we will recognise and appreciate the vital role of our empowered veterinary nurses.
On behalf of the whole team, we would like to thank all our veterinary nurses, who are truly valued among our veterinary teams.
If you have any stories about how our veterinary nurses have supported you and your pet, please comment below, and we will share them with our team! 🥰
#VNAM2023 #WhatVNsDo #EmpowerOurVNs #LinnaeusNurses
Have a very hoppy Easter! 🐰
From all of us at Palmerston Vet Hospital, we hope you and your pets have an egg-stra special day! 🐶🐱
#HappyEaster
Rabbits are for life not just for Easter!
Rabbits may be cute, but they need a great deal of care to ensure they live long, happy and healthy lives.
This video gives you a run down of five essential rabbit needs. Research is key to ensure rabbits are the right pet for you.
If you have any questions around rabbit
care, get in touch and ask.
Happy #NationalPetDay
We’ve got an important question that needs answering below!
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 - 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 by clearing up and moving gifts from the floor.
If items are accidentally eaten, please contact your veterinary practice for further advice.
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 - 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 - 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 - 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 your veterinary practice as soon as possible for advice.
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 pet eats something they shouldn’t, or develops vomiting or diarrhoea, then contact your veterinary practice for further support.
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.
