Leyla Vet Visits

18/10/2024

We're in the height of autumn now, and with a new season comes new hazards for our four-legged friends ⚠️

From woodland walks to Halloween-themed fun, keep a close eye on your furry companions this autumn!

What else would you add to this list? 👇

[Visual description: An infographic showing different autumn hazards for pets. This includes dark mornings and nights with images of clouds and a moon. Compost next to a green compost bin. Poisonous plants next to purple and yellow plant. Harvest mites with a picture of a brown mite. Mushrooms with a picture of a red toadstool mushroom. Fireworks with an image of fireworks in a box. Conkers next to an image of a conker. Halloween treats next to a pumpkin basket with lots of sweets in it. Adverse weather next to an image of a cloud and lightening bolts. Rubbish in leaves next to leaves and a warning sign. Fallen fruit next to a rotting apple and pear. Antifreeze next to a jerry can with a snowflake on it.]

30/07/2024

With this heat please don't forget to keep pet rabbits cool as well as your other pets.......🐰🐰🐰

🚨 Attention Rabbit Owners 🚨

Did you know that rabbits are highly susceptible to heatstroke? 🐰🌡️ Unlike humans, rabbits can't sweat to cool down and are vulnerable to high temperatures. If temperatures rise above 25°C (77°F), they could be at risk! 🥵

Signs of Heat Stroke::

Lethargy
Heavy panting
Wetness around the nose
Confusion

Prevention Tips:

Keep them in a cool, shaded area.
Provide plenty of fresh water.
Use frozen water bottles.
Avoid direct sunlight.

22/05/2024

07/05/2024

A reminder for all cat owners! 🐱

From 10 June 2024 cats over 20 weeks old must be and registered on a compliant database 📆

By microchipping their cats, owners can increase the likelihood that they will be reunited with their beloved pet in the event that they go missing.

Read about Simba, whose microchip helped reunite him with his owner:
https://www.cats.org.uk/mediacentre/pressreleases/around-25-million-cats-remain-unchipped-as-the-compulsory-microchipping-countdown-begins

21/04/2024

Its spring and that means gardening! As well as calls relating to plant ingestion, here at Animal PoisonLine/VPIS we have seen an increase in enquiries about exposure to fertilisers and patio cleaner, slug baits and weedkillers. We would urge everyone to keep garden chemicals away from pets and follow all safety advice on the labels.

🪴Fertilisers - will usually cause vomiting and diarrhoea, but no serious effects unless eaten in large quantity

🪴Slug bait - metaldehyde slug pellets are very dangerous even in small quantity and immediate advice should be sought for any ingestion. Ferrous based baits may cause gastrointestinal upset but the risk of iron toxicity is low unless large amounts are ingested relative to bodyweight.

🪴Patio cleaners - these generally contain quaternary ammonium compounds. They are very irritant and may cause damage to the skin and the mouth. Cats are particularly sensitive to these products and can develop serious oral injuries , pyrexia and inappetance. They often require veterinary care and recovery can take several days. Walking through wet product can be enough to cause a problem .

🪴Weedkiller - toxicity will vary depending on the active ingredient in the product, dilution and level of exposure. Glyphosate (an organophosphate) and dicamba/phenoxyacetic acid chemicals are often present in products available widely for use in the garden. Follow instructions carefully, keep all packaging and seek advice after exposure. In all cases ingestion of the neat product is more likely to cause significant toxicity than walking through treated grass. Signs include gastrointestinal upset, skin irritation and neurological signs (in severe cases)

18/04/2024

If you’re considering adding pet rabbits to your home then please .

The UK is experiencing the worst rabbit rescue crisis ever & rescue centres are overwhelmed, you can help by adopting buns that are currently at these centres looking for new homes 🐰🐰

How rabbit adoption works.

- Most rescue centres will want to visit your home to see where the rabbits will live before letting you adopt.

- They will also ask you questions to make sure you fully understand what a commitment it is and what level of welfare is needed.

To educate yourself further & understand the level of commitment buns need, download your free copy of On The Hop here: https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/rabbit-care-booklet/

17/01/2024

With winter here, it is important to be aware of ethylene glycol toxicity. The most common source of ethylene glycol toxicity is antifreeze❄️

Ethylene glycol can affect all animals, but unfortunately outdoor cats are more susceptible due to their roaming behaviours.
By the time clinical signs are evident, it is often too late for antidotal therapy to be started.

If you suspect that your pet has ingested ethylene glycol, veterinary treatment must be sought as soon as possible.

☎️Veterinary professionals can call VPIS for detailed treatment advice on 0207 3055 055☎️

13/12/2023

**ONLY 11DAYS TO GO!!**MORE PRIZES HAVE BEEN ADDED!**
**UPDATE - Tickets can now be purchased by contacting us at the clinic on 01895 760071.
Have you bought a ticket for our Christmas Charity Raffle yet? All proceeds are going to New Hope Animal Rescue please hop over to their page and have a look at the amazing work they do.
Below is a list of companies and small businesses that have kindly donated prizes for this event. We are so grateful for your generosity and love that you are showing your support towards a well deserved cause.
**This post will be regularly updated as we receive more prizes**
We will also be sharing the pages and websites for all contributors so that you can take a look at the the services they provide.
Can we also ask all of those that have generously donated towards this raffle, please share and like this post.

Our prize list is as follows:
* Laser therapy package for your pet (worth £150) - Uxbridge Vets

* Full one to one Grooming Spa Experience - for small/medium breed or 6mth old puppy of any breed (worth £60) - Danielle’s K9 Spa One to One Dog Grooming

*Full Tarot Reading and cleanse for one person (worth £60) - Footprints In My Garden - Psychic Spiritual Card Readings

*Physiotherapy assessment for one pet - Squirrels Chase Veterinary Physiotherapy

*Dog leather collar and lead sets by Rollo London - Squirrels Chase Veterinary Physiotherapy

*Reflexology session for one person - Soleful Reflexology Uxbridge

* Cat and Dog food (life stage specific) - Hill’s Pet Nutrition

* Hydrotherapy session - Dipping Dogs Canine Hydrotherapy

* Musculoskeletal assessment - Keen on Rehabilitation

* Free Soft Play session for an adult and child x2 pairs of tickets - Oasis Play Uxbridge

* Free entrance for the day and entry to animal enclosures at The Hounslow Urban Farm

* £50 gift voucher towards a training session with Minds Alike Animal Training & Behaviour

* Grooming service (up to the value of £40) with Practically Pawfect

* Christmas Dog Hamper - donated by Smith's Garden Centre

*£30 Tesco Gift Card - Donated by Tesco's Yiewsley

* Luxary Hamper - Compliments of Virbac UK