Ark Veterinary Surgery

Fleas flourish in the warmer weather, but that doesn't mean they aren't a problem in the cooler months too. A veterinary standard parasite treatment all year round ensures those pesky passengers are kicked to the curb! From tasty tablets, to spot on's, to collars we have a wide range of treatments to suit you and your pet. Don't forget.....all parasite treatments are included in our affordable Healthcare Plans. Please visit or call the surgery for more information. Northwich - 10 Regency Way, Kingsmead, CW9 8UW / 01606 810777 Knutsford - 83 Town Lane, Mobberley, WA16 8HH / 01565 872035

Wishing all our clients a very Happy New Year!

To all our wonderful clients, thank you for supporting us throughout a very difficult year. Wishing everyone a very Happy Christmas!

Christmas Opening Times 2020

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE Welcome Back! From Monday 7th December we are opening our doors for consultations. We have the following procedures in place to ensure the safety of you and us; 😷 Face masks must be worn at all times, unless exempt 🖐️ Please use the hand sanitisers on entry to and exit of the surgery 🐶 One family member per pet allowed in the surgery *** Only two clients and their pet(s) will be allowed in the surgery at a time. You will be asked to enter on a one-in one-out basis, we kindly ask you to arrive promptly for your appointment to keep waiting to a minimum. If you are visiting the surgery for any reason other than a consultation, we will continue to assist you outside of the surgery. Please knock on the door or call the surgery to let us know you are here, and we will come to you. A big thank you again to all our clients for your support throughout this unprecedented time. *** For sensitive appointments, this will be adjusted on a case by case basis.

☀️ Beat the Heat! ☀️ The sun has finally returned, and Olivia’s dog, Nova, has been enjoying her paddling pool! Here are a few tips for managing your pets in the hot weather. 🐶 Keep walks to a minimum - Only walk your dogs early in the morning or in the evening to avoid the most intense heat of the day, and try to choose shadier walks. 🐾 Don't let your dog walk on pavement in the sun as this can burn their paws. To check the temperature hold the back of your hand against the pavement for 5 seconds, if it is too hot for you, it is too hot for pets paws! 🎾 Avoid intense exercise like playing fetch for a long time. ⚖️ If your pet is overweight, very fluffy, a flatter faced breed or has an underlying condition such as heart disease, they are even more susceptible to heat exhaustion - it may be better not to walk your dog at all than risk heat stroke. 💧 Provide access to fresh water at all times. If enjoying the sun in the garden, make sure there is access to shade and plenty of water. 🚿 Keep dogs cool with a paddling pool or sprinkler, or a cool jacket/damp towel to lie on. 🚘 Never leave your pet in a parked car, even if you park in the shade or plan to be gone for only a few minutes. 🐰Take care to provide plenty of water and shade to outdoor pets like rabbits and guinea pigs to avoid overheating. ❗️Signs of heatstroke include - Rapid panting, either bright red or pale tongue and gums, thick saliva, depression, weakness, vomiting, diarrhoea, shock and coma. If you are concerned that your pet has heat stroke, wrap them in a cool damp towel and call us straight away. Knutsford - 83 Town Lane, Mobberley, WA16 7HH / 01565 872035 Northwich - 10 Regency Way, Kingsmead, CW9 8UW / 01606 810777

Happy Sunny Saturday! Hope you are all having a lovely time and enjoying the sunshine. Bobby, belonging to our nurse Vicky, has been enjoying a dip at Shakerley Mere!

Don’t forget you can drop your unwanted Christmas jumpers in to the surgery 🎄

A wonderful update on how well our laser therapy is helping beautiful Hilda 🐶 ‘I would just like to say how absolutely great Hilda (8 year old Bullmastiff) is after the laser sessions with you and the medication you prescribed. When I brought her to you she was looking like on her last legs, so to speak. She struggled to get up from sitting/lying down, was really bad on her legs. Now she is like a spring chicken. She has really perked up and is able to go on her normal walks she jumps up from sitting and runs up and down the garden and keep as top dog in our house. I am so very pleased with the results.’ If you would like more information on how laser therapy works and if it may benefit your pet, please visit or call the surgery: Knutsford: 83 Town Lane, Mobberley, WA16 7HH / 01565 872035 Northwich: 10 Regency Way, Kingsmead, CW9 8UW / 01606 810777

Some synchronised cleaning in the sun this afternoon 🐈 and it’s set to be another hot one tomorrow and Monday! ☀️ Why not blow the cobwebs away with an early morning walk to avoid the hot temperatures? A general rule of thumb; if it’s too hot for your hand after 5 seconds - it’s too hot for their paws 🐾 And don’t forget to check your guinea pigs and rabbits have plenty of shade and access to fresh water at all times. Marble or glass ceramic tiles (ensure there are no sharp edges) can be kept in the freezer for a few hours and make a great cooling plate for them! 🐇