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The winner of Gilbert's raffle has been drawn and notified. Thank you to everyone who joined in and contributed. We are thrilled to announce that together we raised just over £500 for @herriothospicehomecare ! Thank you all, and well done to our lucky winner! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Christmas Toxins Alert!
🐾 Attention Pet Parents! 🐾
'Tis the season to be merry, but let's not forget about our furry friends during the festivities! 🐶🐱 As we deck the halls and indulge in holiday cheer, it's crucial to be aware of potential dangers lurking for our beloved pets.
Christmas Toxins Alert!
🍫 Chocolate: The sweetest treats can be toxic for our pets. Keep those chocolate Santas and cocoa powders out of reach!
🌲 Mistletoe & Holly: These festive plants may be beautiful, but they can cause serious harm to our fur babies. Opt for pet-safe decorations!
🍇 Grapes & Raisins: Delicious in holiday dishes, but deadly for pets. Keep your grapes and raisin-filled goodies well-guarded.
🌺 Poinsettias: The classic holiday plant can cause stomach upset and irritation. Consider pet-friendly alternatives.
🍬 Xylitol: Found in sugar-free treats and gum, xylitol is a big no-no for pets. Keep sugar substitutes away from curious noses!
🌸 Lilies: Gorgeous but deadly to our feline friends! Ensure any lilies are kept far away from cats, as ingestion can lead to serious kidney issues.
❄️ Antifreeze: With colder weather comes the use of antifreeze. Be cautious, as it's highly toxic to pets. Clean up spills promptly and store it securely.
🕯️ Candles & Lights: Wagging tails and playful paws can spell disaster around open flames. Use flameless candles and secure electrical cords.
🎉 Loud Noises & Crowds: Not all pets enjoy the hustle and bustle of holiday gatherings. Create a quiet retreat for your furry friends to escape the noise.
👀 Keep a close eye on your pets during the holiday hustle and bustle, and if you suspect they've ingested something toxic, contact us immediately! Our team is here to help keep your pets safe and sound this holiday season.
Somebody found fun in all the flooding Storm Babet left behind 🐾
September is Pet Pain Awareness Month!
What signs should you look out for in your dog?
How much fun can you have with a shoe box?!
#kittensofinstagram #veterinarymedicine #sandbeckvets #catsofinstagram
This is Milo, Tracy’s cat who was brought in to see Mark with lameness and holding up his foreleg.
An X-ray showed mild changes to both Milo’s elbows. We were surprised as he is only 6! Mark started Milo on Solensia and I was amazed within 4 days the difference in him. Milo is still very slightly lame but much happier in himself and is now back to hunting!
Solensia is indicated to control pain associated with feline osteoarthritis.
Tracy said - 'The video is not very good at showing the extent of his lameness and Olive insists on getting in on the act too but just wanted to share this as I am so pleased!'
See the photo in the comment which shows Milo holding up his leg prior to having Solensia.
For more information on Solensia or if you feel your cat is not quite right then contact the practice on 01937 228780 or [email protected]
It isn’t always plain sailing for the vets…
Here is Mark and Lucy showing how to apply a spot on treatment to a playful puppy 🐶
Here’s Tommy!
Tommy is 10 years old and has early kidney disease which means he’s at increased risk of developing high blood pressure.
As you can see here, he’s very relaxed having his blood pressure readings taken. You can see on the video that he has a paediatric blood pressure cuff on his front right leg.
Prevention is better than cure! 🩺
Untreated high blood pressure in cats can lead to serious and irreversible damage to the heart, brain, kidneys and eyes, resulting in blindness in some cases.
By being proactive and booking your cat in for regular blood pressure checks, they could be avoiding the potentially life- threatening consequences of feline hypertension.
#CatBloodPressure #FHAM
It's #FelineHypertensionMonth which is why we're spreading awareness of how important it is to know the signs of high blood pressure in your cat
Quite often, cats will show no noticeable signs of having high blood pressure. Subtle changes in behaviours can be a crucial indicator that something isn't quite right! Blood pressure checks are the best way to diagnose and screen for feline hypertension.
Be sure to book regular checks for your cat. #CatBloodPressure #FHAM
Here’s Tom and Jo taking a blood pressure from Strom! No fear here!🐱
Signs of feline hypertension are often invisible and unfortunately, many cats only show signs of hypertension after the disease starts to cause serious damage to their heart, brain, kidneys and eyes.
Make sure your cat is getting their blood pressure checked regularly!
#CatBloodPressure #FHAM
Did you know that May is Feline Hypertension month?
High blood pressure in cats, also known as feline hypertension, is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs in around 1 in 5 cats over 9 years of age.
This disease is treatable with medication, but 82% of senior cats don't receive blood pressure checks.
Call your vet today to get your cat's blood pressure checked.
#CatBloodPressure #FHAM
Getting into bed on a Friday after a long week of work like…🤣😴
A lovely client recently brought a duck into the practice after he was hit by a car.
Thankfully he came away only a bump to the head and after a few days rest, with student nurse Kaitlyn, he was fit enough to be relocated to a pond further away from any main roads and is happily swimming around with his new friends. 🦆