Anderson Vets

09/01/2025

As the low temperatures continue, gritting trucks have been out up and down the country, spreading tons of rock salt on the roads to melt the ice and snow.

There is a potentially deadly side effect for pets who accidentally consume this rock salt, by licking their fur or their feet after walking near gritted roads.

Poisoning Symptoms:
❄Vomiting
⚠Unusual sleepiness
❄Breathing difficulties
⚠Drinking a lot more water
❄Seizures
⚠Kidney damage

To prevent salt grit poisoning, you can:
❄Thoroughly wipe your dog's feet and fur after a walk
⚠Gently wash the affected areas
❄Dry your dog's fur completely with a towel after washing

01/01/2025

Happy new year from everyone here at Anderson vets.🥂🍾

30/12/2024

Jet came to see us, presenting with vomiting and diarrhoea. X-rays were taken and a large foreign body was present.

Surgery was preformed and a large rock was removed from poor jet.

She is now on the mend and back to her self ❤️‍🩹

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas everyone!🎁
From the Anderson team🎄

24/12/2024

From all of us here at Anderson vets. We would like to thank all of our lovely clients that have brought us goodies over the year. We are all very grateful, they keep us going on the busier days.💙

23/12/2024

Christamas 2024 opening times 🎄🎅🎁

20/12/2024

Little Dixie came in for a health check, when one of our vets found out she has ear mites. She rather enjoyed having cuddles after 🥰

17/12/2024

Ralph came in to investigate his chronic skin issues he has had for a number of years. After some further tests with the vets, Ralph was diagnosed with deep skin infections and allergies.

After a few weeks of medication Ralph’s fur has grown back and is good as new🤩

05/12/2024

Pet Christmas dangers⚠

Shopping list dangers.

With all the festivities underway , some pet owners might not know of some of the many dangers that come with Christmas regarding your animal safety.

if you think your animal has eaten something they shouldn't have, phone your vets straight away for an emergency appointment. Bring evidence, such as wrappers/labels or maybe even a sample of the food or item.

01/12/2024

Hello December 🎄🎄

24 more sleeps to go 🎅🎁

28/11/2024

Canine diabetes

This is when a dogs pancreas doesn’t produce any, or not enough insulin. This could means their body has an inadequate response to the hormone.

Insulin is needed to absorb glucose into the bloodstream after eating and taking it to cells around their body to enable them to grow.

A dog that is diabetic cannot control the levels of sugar in its blood and, when elevated, this is called hyperglycaemia.
Many dogs can cope with this for a short period of time, however they can often become very unwell if they get another illness, such as a urine infection.

Symptoms of diabetes in dogs:
💉 Increased urination.
💉Excessive thirst.
💉Increased hunger
💉Weight loss.

An insulin type and dose will need to be decided by your vet, this will take time to work out the correct dose.This will require injections twice a day, about 12 hours apart, after a meal. Your vet will show you how to give insulin injections.

It’s really important that you stick to a routine and give injections at the same time each day and feed your pet the correct type and amount of food at each meal as advised by your vet.

25/11/2024

❄ Anti Freeze❄

This chemical is mainly used in cars cooling systems in winter to stop their washer fluid from freezing. Anti freeze contains a very toxic chemical called ethylene glycol.

If your animal comes into contact with this is, and is ingested can cause kidney failure and possibly death.

signs ⚠
These can appear within 30 minutes to 12 hours of ingestion and can include:
❄Slurred speech ❄Dizziness ❄Fatigue ❄Headache❄ Euphoria
❄Nausea and vomiting ❄Loss of coordination

These can appear after 12 to 36 hours and can include:
Rapid breathing ❄Inability to urinate❄Rapid heartbeat❄Dehydration
❄High blood pressure

Please don't wait until you see your pet show any of these signs. Take them to the vet straight away if you are concerned that they might have ingested it.

23/11/2024

Get ready to celebrate Thankful For My Dog Day!

This special day was created in 2010, as a way to recognize and appreciate all of the joy, love, and companionship our furry friends bring us.
Whether your pup is big or small, young or old - this is the perfect opportunity to take some extra time out of your busy schedule and show them how much you love them.

19/11/2024

🥶 brrrrrrr🥶

Its getting chilly outside, its time for snuggle season!

Send us a picture of you having cuddles with your beloved pet🩵

15/11/2024

🌙🌙As winter quickly approaches and it becomes dark earlier, which means walking your dog in darker hours, both morning and evening.

It can be quite daunting to walk your dog in the dark, and for puppies it could be the first time they experience walking in the dark.

Think about choosing your route carefully, some of your regular walking such as fields and woods may not provide enough light. it’s a good idea during early winter months to start a new, well-lit route so your dog can familiarise themselves with their surroundings.

It’s important to stay visible when out walking during the darker hours. , some hi-vis or reflective clothing for both you and your dog. If your dog isn’t a fan of coats or jackets , reflective leads and collars are a good alternative.

A torch would also be handy to have, so you can look around your path and surroundings while out walking.🌙🌙🌙

11/11/2024

05/11/2024

It's hard to know how to react or what to do, if your pet has a bad reaction Especially if you're a new pet parent. Fire work season might not have been something you've thought about before.Here are some helpful hints and tips that might help.

Planning ahead can help dogs cope with the fireworks season. You can provide your pet with a safe haven. This should be a quiet area, so choose one of the quietest rooms in your home - a place where they feel in control.
Teach your pet to associate the area with positive experiences, by leaving their favourite toys there. You should use a wide range of different toys to keep them entertained.
After some time your pet should know and feel safe. once the fireworks start, they might take themselves away to that area.

When the fireworks start make sure you only walk your dog during the day, this will avoid your going out with them when fireworks are likely to be set off.

🎆Provide toys and other things that they enjoy.
🎆Make sure your dog isn't left alone.
🎆Close windows and curtains to muffle the sound of fireworks.
🎆Blackout their safe haven, so they can't see any flashes outside.
🎆Put on some music or TV to mask the firework sounds.

Try and ignore the firework noises yourself. Play with a toy to see if your dog wants to join in, but don't force them to play.

Another option is that you can talk to your vet about pheromone diffusers. These disperse calming chemicals into the room and may be a good option for your dog.