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Welcome to Towerwood Vets. We are a vets in beautiful North Leeds on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales
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15/09/2024

It's that time of year again... 🍂

What dangers are there for our pets in Autumn?

Wild Mushrooms
Some wild mushrooms are extremely toxic to pets, if you think that your pet has ingested a mushroom please make your way to the nearest vets as soon as possible. If you can, safely transport one of the mushrooms to the vets with you so they can work out what kind it is, and if it is toxic. This helps us make the most appropriate treatment plans as quickly as possible

Oaks & Acorns
These are often on the ground this time of year and can be easily picked up by dogs on a walk. The toxic ingredient is thought to be tannic acid, which can cause damage to the liver and kidneys. Signs include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and lethargy. Ingested acorns can also cause an intestinal blockage.

Conkers
These are startling to fall off trees all around so it's important to keep an eye on your dogs to make sure they are not picking them up. While cases of poisoning from conkers are rare they do cause drooling, retching, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. The other risk with conkers is that they may cause a blockage in the intestine if eaten.

Fallen Leaves
While your pet may love playing in piles of leaves, these can develop bacteria and mould when they are left in wet conditions, these can lead to stomach upset if eaten

Fleas
While we consider fleas to be a lower risk outside in the colder months they can become more of a risk indoors as we start to turn on our heating as just like us they like to be cosy! Make sure to continue with regular flea treatment or natural deterrents.

Rat Poison
Most rodenticides in the UK contain anti-coagulant compounds that interfere with a rat’s ability to clot its own blood. If ingested by our pets in the right amounts this can have the same effect on them which becomes very dangerous. If you think your pet ha ingested any sort of poison call us straight away and make sure you know exactly which type of poison it is. If you have the packaging then bring that with you but if not try to take a photo of the poison.

Visibility on Walks
As the days get shorter make sure you take measures to keep your pets visible in the dark. Light up collars, lights that attach to collars or harnesses, and reflective leads and coats are all good options for keeping safe on walks.

12/09/2024

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month! 🐶

The signs of pain in our pets can often be subtle so it’s important to be able to recognise these signs in our older pets so they can get the support they need.

Have a look through our guide on signs of arthritis in dogs, cats and rabbits. Do any of these seem to fit your pet? While arthritis does tend to come with old age, that doesn’t mean we can’t do anything about it! 🤩

Our vets and nurses are on hand to assess your pets level of pain and provide support and advice for you them, and for you. There are so many options available so we can make a plan of what would work best for your pet and get them feeling more comfortable today 💙

Don’t forget we can also offer laser therapy and acupuncture for dogs, cats and rabbits 🐰

You can find even more information on these helpful links!

https://caninearthritis.co.uk

https://www.cats.org.uk/media/1030/vg01_arthritis.pdf

https://www.zoetispets.com/uk-en/dog/arthritis/quiz/

https://www.zoetispets.com/uk-en/cat/arthritis/quiz/

11/09/2024

We are so excited to be a part of the Family Fun Day and Dog Show organised by the amazing people over at Animal ArkAid on Sunday 29th of September!

We’ll be there with a stall with lots of goodies and prizes to be won, and there’ll be so much fun stuff to do for all the family, including the four-legged kind 😍

We’ll see you there! 🩷

10/09/2024

Henry brought his little brother Charlie to see us today. Look how cute they are together 🐶 🐱
We think Charlie liked the camera too much.Swipe 👉🏼 to see a close up of him.

30/08/2024

⚠️ Client Notice ⚠️

Following the installation of our new phone system we are experiencing some issues with our Greengates line today.

For any queries or appointment bookings please give us a call on 0113 2678419.

We are trying to get this resolved as quickly as possible 🐾

28/08/2024

Everyone meet Pedro! 😍

10 week old Bulldog coming in for his health check & joining our pet health plan🩵

28/08/2024

⚠️ Client Notice ⚠️

We are having a new phone system installed today and tomorrow that may cause some irruption to our phone lines. We will try to minimise the disruption as much as possible.

We thank you for your patience and apologise for any inconvenience caused 🐾

26/08/2024

🐶 Happy International Dog Day! 🐶

Remember we are closed today for the bank holiday, we have had an issue with our phones not transferring to our of hours today so please bear with us while we try to fix this. We apologise for any inconvenience caused 🐾

24/08/2024

🕰️ Weekend Opening Times 🕰️

Just a reminder that our weekend hours have changed. As our Greengates practice is now closed at the weekend, we have extended our Cookridge opening times!

Saturday:
9:00-12:00
14:00-18:00

Sunday
10:00-12:00

Our phone lines open 30 minutes before the practice opens on Saturday and Sunday, and the phones will be available between 12:00 and 14:00 on Saturdays 🐾

23/08/2024

This is Grace!
This week Grace’s quick thinking saved the life of her cat lavender!

Lavender was not herself, shivering, and kept retching, Grace decided to check her mouth and saw that she had a stick stuck! Her mum called us straight away so that we could safely remove it. The vet was very impressed with Grace’s instinct and thinks she would make a fab vet in the future! 🤩

Well done Grace! ❤️

22/08/2024

Choosing a Raw Diet! 🧐

Choosing a diet can be very difficult, especially if you’re not sure what to look for! We’ve compiled this list of advice to try and make the decision a little bit easier 😁

All reputable brands should have this information readily available!

If you’re trying to decide between a few that tick all the boxes then see which one will fit your lifestyle better, for example would you struggle to store bags of nuggets and would prefer a small tub? Or if your pet requires a large volume would it be easier for you to buy a brand that comes in a variety of sizes?
Are you able to weigh out mince or would you prefer to just count nuggets?

These are all really important things to consider when looking for a new food and making sure that it works for you.

If you need any advice or support remember our team is always happy to help 🐾

20/08/2024

Raw Food Hygeine 🧼

One of the most worrying things about raw feeding tends to be the risks associated with handling raw meat, and this may put us off feeding this to our pets. This is also something that is often discussed in articles or stories about raw feeding.

Like anything worth doing, it is worth doing right!🤓

There are plenty of simple steps we can take at home to ensure this is as safe as possible for us and our pets. Hand hygiene, correct storage, and cleanliness of food bowls is all we need to give us that peace of mind.

And remember that unlike raw meat sold in supermarkets for us, raw food for pets should all be bacteria tested!🦠

16/08/2024

🦴Raw Bones! 🦴

As part of Rawgust we're going to talk about raw bones, and the benefits that can have on your pet's teeth!

Dog's teeth are designed for chewing through meat and bones, and doing so also releases endorphins, making them feel happier 😁

Raw meaty bones can help to remove build up on teeth, as well as strengthen the teeth and jaw. Raw bones with meat and other tissues attached will rub against the teeth removing plaque and tartar, and keeping teeth healthy.

It is important to choose the right kind of bone for your pet to make sure that is is safe and beneficial for them. Below is a guide at what types of bones are suitable:
🦴Kittens, cats and small puppies - wing tips and chicken necks
🦴Puppies and small dogs - chicken wings
🦴Medium dogs - duck necks and chicken carcass
🦴Large dogs - lamb ribs
🦴Giant dogs - turkey necks

You can also try chicken or duck feet, mice, or chicks for cats or small dogs.

Always supervise your pet when they are chewing a bone, and never feed any bones that have been cooked or smoked. Cooked bones will become hard and brittle, and are therefore much more likely to cause damage to the digestive system. Raw bones are much more flexible and the meat around them provides a layer of protection when they are swallowed. Make sure to buy raw bones produced specially for pets from a reputable brand, as these have been bacteria tested 🦠

For more information visit: https://rb.gy/0xqaej or ask our team! 🐾

14/08/2024

Not sure what to look for when choosing a raw diet? This is handy guide of things to check!

Do:
✅ Check whether it is a complete diet - this means that it contains everything your pet needs
✅ Check if it has been bacteria tested - these are tests that should be performed on all raw pet food to ensure it is free from salmonella, E Coli, campylobacter, and listeria. This is not a legal requirement but all reputable suppliers will perform these tests on all batches
✅ Follow the storage guidelines - frozen foods should be kept frozen at all times when not needed, do not allow them to defrost and be refrozen. Only defrost the amount that you need, and use this up within the amount of time recommended by the manufacturer
✅ Check the feeding guide to see how much they recommend feeding your pet per day, check out our post on feeding guidelines for more information!
✅ Always ensure good hand hygiene when handling raw food

Don't:
❌ Don't feed raw meat intended for human consumption, as this is intended to be cooked it will not have the bacteria testing discussed above. If you are making a DIY raw diet and buying meat from the supermarket or butchers, chat to us about the safest way to do this
❌ Don't leave any uneaten food out, if your pet has left some behind then dispose of it and wash their bowl
❌ Avoid changing diet suddenly, this can cause stomach upset in some pets such as diarrhoea. It can then be more difficult to tell if it the change in diet or the new food that is causing it

12/08/2024

Let's talk feeding guidelines 🧐

These can sometimes be vague or confusing, so hopefully we can simplify this.
Every pet has slightly different requirements depending on species, breed, age, and activity level 🏋️‍♂️

As well as their bodyweight pets also have a body condition score, this tells us about their fitness level and weight distribution, so can be more helpful than just bodyweight alone. While every breed will have an 'ideal weight' this cannot always be applied to every individual. Two dogs of the same breed may have completely different body condition scores, and therefore require different amounts of food 🍽

All food is not created equal - The amount of food that your pet needs in one food type may be very different to the amount they require in a different brand or type. This is because their nutritional values are completely different. With raw food we can feed a percentage bodyweight, this is 5-10% of their bodyweight when they are puppies or kittens, and then reduces to 2-3% when they are adults being fed a complete adult diet.

All foods will have a feeding guide on the packet but if you're unsure we can help you calculate how much you should be feeding ⚖️

09/08/2024

Why raw feeding? 🤔

Choosing a diet for your pet can be a very difficult decision, and we know that you want to know what's best for them. All pets are individuals and their dietary requirements are just as varied!

If you've struggled to find a diet that suits your pet, or find it hard to keep them at a healthy weight, then why not try a raw diet? You can ask our team about the benefits of feeding raw, as well as finding a raw diet that is the most appropriate for them!

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day! 🐱

07/08/2024

It's Rawgust! 🤩

As you know we are passionate about raw feeding, and we're going to share lots of information with you this month all about it!

Make sure to tune in to our Facebook and Instagram pages this month for information on choosing a raw diet, feeding guidelines, DIY diets, raw bones, and more... 🦴

06/08/2024

We have had a cat brought into our Cookridge practice this morning, we believe he has been involved in a road traffic accident and has unfortunately passed away.

He is a neutered male, tabby and white with 3 white paws. He is microchipped but these details are not up to date. He was found near Iveson Approach.

If you believe this may be your cat please get in touch with us as soon as possible.

05/08/2024

⚠️Important Client Notice ⚠️

As of August 10th, our Greengates practice will no longer be open on Saturday mornings.

In order to accommodate the needs of our patients and clients, and ensure continued veterinary cover, we will be concentrating our weekend staffing at our main Cookridge practice. Weekday opening times will not be affected.

We will still be providing cover throughout the day on Saturdays, and Sunday mornings at our Cookridge practice.

As always, our out of hour providers will be there to cover any hours that we are not open, and our phone lines will automatically transfer to them at these times.

We appreciate your continued support, and apologise for any inconvenience caused 🐾

03/08/2024

⭐️ Bravery Award Winner ⭐️

This is lovely Binx ❤️

Binx came in because she was off her food, after some investigation we found that she had an intussusception😮

Intussusception is where part of the intestine slides into another part. This causes a blockage, and is very painful!

The vet performed surgery to repair this and Binx is now doing really well! She was so brave throughout her hospitalisation ❤️

02/08/2024

How cute is little Bagel! 🥯 😍

He’s been in for his castration this week, he didn’t like the traditional plastic cone so he’s been in today with his very cute alternative! 🍊 Soft collars are a great alternative for pets who won’t tolerate the plastic cones, especially in cases where the pet shirts aren’t a suitable option 🤩

Bagel was also very interested in our summer display board, particularly the sausage! 😂

01/08/2024

🌻 Cover Photo Competition Winner! 🌻

Thank you everyone for all the lovely photos, we’ve had a really hard time deciding!

But our winner is…Tilly! 😍

Well done Tilly, please get in touch to arrange collection of your doggy goodie bag! ❤️

31/07/2024

How cute is Tzi Tza! 😻

He’s been in today for his first vaccinations and he loved sitting on the windowsill of our cat consult room 🥹

He was so brave for his vaccinations 🥰

Our kitten packages ensure your fuzzy feline friends get all the care they need and the best start possible! 🐾

28/07/2024

As part of our commitment to the environment we can now accept your used blister packs for recycling! ♻️

If you have any leftover medication packaging that you want us to recycle just drop it in to us in a bag and we can send it off 🤩

26/07/2024

⭐️ Bravery Award ⭐️

This is lovely Teddy! 😍

Teddy got attacked by another dog and ended up needing two stitch-ups, and a drain placing😮

Teddy was so brave and has been in a lot for his wounds checking and cleaning. We are so glad that you’re feeling better now Teddy and everything is healing up ❤️

25/07/2024

Loki, Midge & Tyke have been in to see Amanda for their nurse check on the plan!😍

They're always so good for their appointments and look how nicely they're sat for a photo🤩

Don't forget the plan also includes things like nail clipping, a**l gland emptying, and anti-parasitic treatment 🐶

22/07/2024

⭐️ Bravery Award ⭐️

This is Zuko!

He’s been in last week because he ate a sock! 🧦

He’s doing really well after surgery to remove it and his wound is healing up!

You’ve been very brave little Zuko 🩵

19/07/2024

☀️ Competition Time ☀️

It’s time to pick our summer cover photo! 😍

Comment your pets photo below and you could be in with a chance to feature as our new cover photo, and win a pet hamper including toys and treats! 🤩

Winner will be chosen on the 31st of July! 💛

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Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm
	3pm - 6pm
Sunday	10am - 12pm

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It's that time of year again... 🍂 What dangers are there for our pets in Autumn? Wild Mushrooms Some wild mushrooms are extremely toxic to pets, if you think that your pet has ingested a mushroom please make your way to the nearest vets as soon as possible. If you can, safely transport one of the mushrooms to the vets with you so they can work out what kind it is, and if it is toxic. This helps us make the most appropriate treatment plans as quickly as possible Oaks & Acorns These are often on the ground this time of year and can be easily picked up by dogs on a walk. The toxic ingredient is thought to be tannic acid, which can cause damage to the liver and kidneys. Signs include vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and lethargy. Ingested acorns can also cause an intestinal blockage. Conkers These are startling to fall off trees all around so it's important to keep an eye on your dogs to make sure they are not picking them up. While cases of poisoning from conkers are rare they do cause drooling, retching, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. The other risk with conkers is that they may cause a blockage in the intestine if eaten. Fallen Leaves While your pet may love playing in piles of leaves, these can develop bacteria and mould when they are left in wet conditions, these can lead to stomach upset if eaten Fleas While we consider fleas to be a lower risk outside in the colder months they can become more of a risk indoors as we start to turn on our heating as just like us they like to be cosy! Make sure to continue with regular flea treatment or natural deterrents. Rat Poison Most rodenticides in the UK contain anti-coagulant compounds that interfere with a rat’s ability to clot its own blood. If ingested by our pets in the right amounts this can have the same effect on them which becomes very dangerous. If you think your pet ha ingested any sort of poison call us straight away and make sure you know exactly which type of poison it is. If yo

☀️ Competition Time ☀️ It’s time to pick our summer cover photo! 😍 Comment your pets photo below and you could be in with a chance to feature as our new cover photo, and win a pet hamper including toys and treats! 🤩 Winner will be chosen on the 31st of July! 💛

Calling all puppy owners 🤩 Getting a new puppy is an exciting time for everyone but we know that it can also be a challenging time! Thankfully our team are here for all your questions, advice, and puppy socialisation! 🩷 If you’re getting a new puppy, get in touch with our team today!🥰

Rabbit Awareness Week - Day 3 🐰 Here’s some fab leafy greens that are safe for your rabbits and might be growing in your garden! 🥬🌿 ⚠️Make sure all leaves are washed and have not been treated with any pesticides⚠️ #rabbit #rabbitawarenessweek #rabbitawarenessweek2024 #raw2024 #burgessexcel @burgessexcel @rabbitawarenessweek2024

It's Rabbit Awareness Month! 🐰 This year the theme is all about diets - healthy diet, happy bunny! 🥕 In this video Rex and Marge, who belong to Lucy our fab rabbit nurse, will tell you about rabbit diet, and what they need! Pay attention and see how you do on our quiz! 🤩 You can find the quiz here: https://forms.gle/cpDUK7QdYKKbmgEK6

It’s almost the deadline for the new cat microchipping law to come into place! ⏳ From the 10th of June all cats must be microchipped! This is a super quick and simple procedure that we can do for you in a consultation 🤩 If your cat is already chipped then take a minute to check that their details are up to date 🐾

It's Vet Nurse Awareness Month! 🩷 Nurses are an integral part of every veterinary practice, and this has only grown over time. We couldn't do what we do without them! Have a look at everything our nurses can do, and show them some love! 🩵

The law about cat microchips will be changing on the 10th of June 2024! 🐱 By this date all cats over the age of 20 weeks must be microchipped, and their details up to date, or owners could face a £500 fine❗️ If your cat isn't microchipped then make sure to get the most out of our microchip offers. All cats can get microchipping included on our Pet Health Plans as well as loads of other benefits, or you can get £10 off the price! If you're not sure whether your cat is chipped we can scan them for you in practice Get in touch now to get booked in, or book online! 🐾

Hop into Spring with our new rabbit checks! 🐰 We can check their weight, examine their teeth, clip their nails, and give advice about diet, neutering or anything rabbit related 🐇 These are available throughout April so spoil your bunny and get them booked in today!

How to Clean Your Pet's Ears! Here Brendan demonstrates the most effective way to clean your pet's ears to make sure that we get as much of wax out of the ear canal as we can. ⚠️Remember to never use a cotton bud in your pet's ears⚠️ What would you like to see us demonstrate next?

This week’s Puppy Party! 😍 Meet Beau, Casey, Daphne, and Walter! 🐾

❄️ Keeping your Pet Cosy in the Cold ❄️ There’s low temperatures and snow across the country, so here’s our top tips for your pets! ❄️ Keep them warm - it is really important, especially for older and very young pets. Make sure they have a coat or jumper when going outside. Pets with arthritis may struggle more in the cold weather. ❄️ Keep their paws clean - the roads will covered in salt grit, while this is great for cars it’s not good for our pets. Make sure to clean their paws after going on walks or when outdoor cats come inside. ❄️ Beware of Anti-Freeze - antifreeze is highly poisonous to cats and dogs, but it has a sweet taste so pets may be tempted to lick at it. It’s impossible to know exactly where it could be so prevent them from licking at anything on their walks. ❄️ Avoid frozen lakes and rivers - these are very dangerous for pets and people ❄️ Be visible - make sure to put reflective collars and harnesses on, or lights. This helps your pet to be seen in the dark ❄️ Cars - don’t leave your pet in the car in low temperatures If you have any concerns about your pet please give us a call 🐾

Wishing you a happy and safe Christmas from all of us Towerwood Vets ❤️🐾

🐾 Positive Pawprint 🐾 This is our commitment to people, the planet, and our patients 💚 Watch the video to find out more! 🤩

It’s Puppy Party day! 😍 This is Arlo and Billy playing together at one of our puppy parties 🤩 Puppy parties are a great way for your puppy to socialise with others of a similar age. This is so important for them to build their social skills for later life. It’s also the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you might have! One of our experienced nurses Amanda covers a different topic each week from behaviour and training, to diet! 📝 The puppies get matched up with those of a similar size or confidence level so that it can be as beneficial as possible for them ❤️ If you’ve got a puppy that is not yet fully vaccinated or under 12 weeks of age and you’d like to sign up, give us a call today! 🥰

A day in the life 🐾 To celebrate the end of Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month here’s a look at everything our nurses get up to 🤩 The Veterinary Nurse role incorporates so many different skills and areas of practice, no two days are the same! 🥳 And it doesn’t end there! There’s so much more that nurses can do that to show everything would need a feature length film! 🎬

Keep your pets safe from parasites this summer 🪳 Year-round parasite protection is available on our Pet Health Plans 🤩 For more information about parasites or our holistic options please get in touch 🐾

What can nurses do? 🩺 While our nursing team will be a common sight in practice, you may not realise the full extent of what they get up to each day 🤯 🩺 Nurse Consultations including behaviour, weight management, nail clipping, and anal glands 🩺 Second Vaccinations 🩺 Regular injections such as Librela 🩺 Monitoring patients under general anaesthetic and sedation 🩺 Performing surgical procedures such as lump removals 🩺 Taking x-rays and ultrasounds 🩺 Cleaning teeth and taking dental x-rays 🩺 Caring for inpatients and creating in-depth care plans 🩺 Administering medications 🩺 Taking blood samples 🩺 Performing laboratory tests 🩺 Processing insurance claims 🩺 Helping with reception and admin tasks 🩺 Helping the vets 🩺 Cleaning …and even more! We are incredibly proud of our nursing team and the wide range of skills they possess 🤩

🐣 Happy Easter 🐣 Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter from the Towerwood Team 🐾

💫 Happy New Year from all of us 💫

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A holistic approach to your pets health

We are here to give you a rounded and informed choice for your pets healthcare. We always en devour to respect the bond between you and your pet with a view to look at everything from starting out to saying good bye. Although we have expertise in complementary and alternative medicine we offer a full range of services and knowledge of conventional medicine and surgery. So we can accommodate a care plan that suits your views and their needs. We look forward to welcoming you soon.