💡THURSDAY THINKER💡
Can you guess what wriggly parasite is under the microscope🪲??
An extra day to show how much we ❤️ our pets? RESULT!
A cheeky pet treat? a new toy? extra strokes?
How are you making use of our bonus day?
#LeapYearLove #PetWellness
3 signs your rabbit🐰 loves you 😘
As a prey species, it can be difficult to spot signs of affection that your rabbit gives you. Here’s what to look out for⏬
💗Binkying: This is where your rabbit will suddenly run, leap, and twist in the air! Sit
back and enjoy the show.
💗If your rabbit just flops out, fully stretched out, this means they’re super
relaxed and feel unthreatened around you.
💗A little headbutt, rub or nudge against you is them looking for some loving
attention.
Bonus points if you can share some of the above signs of love with us in the
comments! 🥰🐰
#valentinesday #rabbit #rabbitlife #rabbitlove #rabbitsofig #rabbitstagram #rabbitsworldwide #rabbitsofinstagram
They might not be as obvious with it as dogs, but cats have their ways of showing their love 😘
💗If your cat’s tail is upright, they are content and safe and if it has a quiver at the top… this means you have a very happy cat!
💗Purring is usually a sign that your cat is happy and content, but it can have other meanings such as feeling nervous at the vets
💗Giving you a cheeky cheek rub or a gentle head-butt, they are marking their scent on you, and is a way they build up bonds with other animals.
💗And finally… rolling over allowing you to rub their belly is the ultimate sign of trust and love!🥰
Let us know if you spot any of the above signs in your cat… photos are always welcome🐱
#ValentinesDay #catlove #catlover #catlovers #catloversclub #catloversunite
How do our four-legged friends show their love? 😘 Let’s have a look 🐶⏬
💗When your dog chooses to come cuddle up to you (on their terms), they trust you, they love you and they want to be close to you!
💗That helicopter tail wag? This type of tail behaviour is for people who they love the most.
💗Eye contact, but with soft relaxed eyes shows that your dog has level of trust in you and wants you to know about it.
💗These are but three signs, but there’s many more, has your dog shown any today? We’d love for you to tell us.🥰
#ValentinesDay #doglove #doglover #dogloversofinstagram
Spooky season is here 🎃👻🦇
To make sure Halloween is a treat for everyone have a look at these top tips. Please remember to make sure that all chocolate and sweets are kept out of reach. Chocolate contains a chemical called theobromine which is poisonous to dogs and cats and sweets may contain xylitol which is also toxic.
If your pet has ingested any chocolate or sweet treats please contact your vet practice immediately for further advice.
#Halloween #halloweenpets #HalloweenSafety #keepyourpetssafe #VetPartners
🦷🐰 Dental Health matters for our small furry friends too.
Dental disease in rabbits is surprisingly common as their teeth grow continuously throughout their lifetime! Insufficient fibre in their diet or misaligned teeth prevent wearing down of the teeth resulting in dental disease.
Keep an eye out for these signs that your rabbit may be suffering from dental disease
🐰Reduced appetite
🐰Smaller, less frequent poos
🐰Runny eyes, sneezing and dribbling from the mouth/a wet chin
🐰Bumps on the face and jaw
🐰Dandruff
🐰Matted poo around the base of the tail
What you can do to prevent dental disease
⭐️Hay is the Way ⭐️ Rabbits should have access to an unlimited supply of high quality 'feeding hay' and/or grass (do not feed mown grass) to wear down their teeth naturally. This should make up around 85% of their diet. The remainder should be made up of a handful of leafy greens, vegetables and herbs twice a day and 1 tbsp of rabbit nuggets per day for rabbits weighing under 3.5kg. For those over 3.5kg feed 1 tbsp of pellets twice a day.
⭐️Regular checks with your vet every 6 months will help to identify any health problems and catch early signs of dental disease before they become an issue.
Please remember that for rabbits reduced appetite and less frequent pooing is a medical emergency and you should contact your vet immediately.
#rabbitwelfare #rabbitcare
🌟 Offering your pet different enrichment activities is a fantastic way to exercise their minds, prevent boredom and encourage calmness. It can be a great option for pets that are recovering from some surgeries or aren't able to exercise as much as they use to.
Enrichment Idea Number 2- Mystery Boxes 🧐
👃Sniffing and foraging is a natural behaviour for dogs that helps to lower heart rates and reduce stress.
A fantastic way to encourage this behaviour is to create a mystery box. Simply gather together common household items such as newspaper, boxes, toilet roll tubes and egg cartons and hide food in them. Pop them all into a large box and allow your dog to open, tear and shred the items to find the food.
Always supervise your dog during this activity to make sure they don't ingest any paper and make sure to reduce your dogs overall daily food allowance if doing regularly.
We would love to hear what enrichment activities you get up to with your pets in the comments.
#enrichment #enrichmentfordogs #VetPartners
⭐ Pain Awareness Month ⭐
Dogs with pain related conditions such as arthritis may struggle to exercise as much as they use to which can be hard for pets and their owners. Luckily there are lots of fantastic enrichment ideas you can try at home which will tire out your pets and improve their quality of life.
Idea Number 1 - Lickimats 😋
👅 Licking is a naturally calming behaviour for dogs and cats.
❤ It releases feel good hormones which helps your pet relax.
There are lots of different products available for dogs and cats, simply spread on your favourite wet food or spreadable treat. You can even top with some other tasty treats and let your pet enjoy 🐾
(Remember any extra food given should be included in your pets daily allowance to make sure you avoid weight gain).
#lickimat #enrichmentideas #enrichmentfordogs #painawarenessmonth2023
💗Kizzy💗
⭐️Our star patient the beautiful Kizzy, was in with us to be neutered.
🎥We thought we would give you a little behind the scenes of her journey with us❤️
Although it may not feel like Summer at the moment, 🌧️🌧️ we are actually right in the middle of tick season!
Ticks are nasty parasites that are commonly found in woodland or grassland where they climb or drop onto your pets coat. Ticks carry diseases that can be passed onto your pet so it is important they are removed as quickly as possible.
The video below demonstrates the proper way to remove a tick. It is important not to squeeze or pull a tick. If you would like advice on removing a tick or to purchase a tick remover please contact the practice on 01592 748868.
Alternatively, anti-parasitic medication is available which will kill a tick or repel ticks. If you are a member of our Healthcare Plan year-round tick prevention is included as part of your plan. Please speak to a member of our team if you would like more information.
