Look at the lovely Shanti who came to see Mr Russell for her annual booster vaccination 🐶
Here she is showing off her talents, all whilst having her ears cleaned 🥰
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We are sharing this to highlight the importance of checking your pets frequently, especially in the warm weather.
This is a case of fly strike, also known as Myiasis.
Fly strike is a major welfare problem. It is a painful and sometimes fatal condition caused by flies laying their eggs on the animal. These then hatch into maggots, which start to eat the flesh of the animals skin.
This is considered an emergency. It is most commonly seen in long coated patients, rabbits and guinea pigs.
It is important in the warm weather to make sure your pets are groomed and cleaned regularly.
If you notice any maggots or fly eggs on your pet, please contact the surgery immediately.
Other symptoms can include; patches of wet fur or hair loss, foul smell, lethargy, inappetence and open wounds.
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