White Lodge Veterinary Surgery

25/11/2025

Antifreeze Poisoning in Cats 🐱
Did you know? Antifreeze is toxic to cats. The smell and taste of antifreeze is very appealing to our feline friends, and they are likely to lap it up if they come across a spillage. So, as the weather starts to chill off, please be careful when topping up your cars with antifreeze and clear up any spillages made.

For cat owners, check out the symptoms of antifreeze poisoning to be aware of below.

25/11/2025

Why pay for every vet visit? Get Unlimited Consultations with Healthy Pet Advanced, part of The Healthy Pet Club .

When you join Healthy Pet Advanced your pet benefits from everything included in The Healthy Pet Club like vaccinations, parasite control and discounts in addition to Unlimited Consultations.

Call us to upgrade or join today on:
01395 267928

24/11/2025

24/11/2025

We are in the lead up to Christmas...! 🎄✨

This can be busy and exciting, and also sometimes overwhelming time for our dogs. A comfy safe space, a consistent routine, and a little extra support can help keep the season calm and joyful. 🐾

24/11/2025

When pets have diarrhoea, it’s easy to assume antibiotics are needed 💩 - but in most cases, it’s not caused by a bacterial infection.

Diet changes, stress, parasites, or underlying health conditions are
often to blame. Using antibiotics unnecessarily can disrupt your pet’s natural gut
bacteria, which play a vital role in digestion and immunity 💊.

It can also contribute to antimicrobial resistance, making future infections harder to treat.
✅ Seek your vet’s advice on the best course of action

24/11/2025

Join us in helping protect the environment!🌏
The environment is at risk if pet medicines aren’t disposed of properly
Never dispose of unused pet medicines in your household waste as this can pollute the environment ☠️. Always return unused or out of date medicines to your vet for safe disposal 💊.

23/11/2025

Kennel cough is a common respiratory illness in dogs 🐾🐶- but did you know it’s usually caused by a virus, not a bacterial infection?

That means antibiotics often aren’t needed and won’t help your dog recover faster.
✅ Speak to your vet about the best care
✅ Rest, hydration, and monitoring are key
✅ Avoid walks to prevent spread to other dogs

22/11/2025

Cystitis (inflammation of the bladder) is a common condition in cats 🐱. Many people are surprised to learn that it’s usually not caused by a bacterial infection.

Instead, stress is often the main trigger. That means antibiotics aren’t always the right treatment - and using them unnecessarily can contribute to antimicrobial resistance 💊.
Find out more about the treatment of cystitis in cats here:
www.vetcollection.co.uk/health/conditions/feline-lower-urinary-tract-disease-flutd/

21/11/2025

Are you thinking about taking out pet insurance for your pet but you would like to know more 🐾?
Check out our hub of information about pet insurance and what to consider when choosing a policy at the link below:
https://www.vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/guide-to-pet-insurance/

21/11/2025

Antibiotics are designed to fight bacterial infections - they have no effect on viruses or inflammation 💊.

Using antibiotics when they’re not needed can contribute to antimicrobial resistance, making future infections harder to treat.

Your vet will carefully assess whether antibiotics are necessary. If the illness is viral, other treatments may be more appropriate.

21/11/2025

🐱 A cat’s taste receptors work best at around 30°c, about the same temperature as their tongue. When wet food is served cold, their ability to taste it drops. It’s best to serve it at room temperature so it’s more appealing and natural for them to eat.

🌡️ If the food is stored in the refrigerator to keep it fresh, take it out a little while before a mealtime to let it warm naturally or gently heat it up. ⚠️ Always allow to cool back to room temperature before serving.

If your cat isn’t eating as they normally would or appears to have become ‘picky’ with their food, contact your veterinary clinic. 🏥

More tips to encourage your cat to eat 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/how-to-encourage-your-cat-to-eat

20/11/2025

Arthritis isn’t just an old dog problem. Just like people, dogs can develop
joint pain at any age 🐶.

Younger dogs may be at risk due to:
✅ Being overweight
✅ Hip or elbow dysplasia
✅ Injuries like fractures or cruciate ligament tears
✅ High-impact activities (e.g. flyball, agility)
✅ Breed type - especially large or giant breeds
To help you spot the signs early, we recommend the Dog Mobility App
(DogMA) - a free, easy to use, scientifically validated tool from the
University of Liverpool that helps you assess your dog’s mobility at
home. 📲 Download DogMA today: bit.ly/4niMi9G Join the pack -
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