It is International Cat Day and the perfect opportunity to celebrate our feline friends 🐱🐱
They bring us so much joy and being a cat owner provides so many benefits to our health. They improve our mental health, lower stress, reduce loneliness and even boost self-esteem - as if we needed more reasons to welcome a cat into our family!
How does your cat help you?
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The weather in the UK has been pretty interchangeable over the last few months. Days of extreme heat, torrential rain, cold spells and a bit of wind thrown in for good measure!
Hopefully, we still have some summer left to come, so it is important to be mindful of the risks of heatstroke for our pets.
In 2022, 38% of vets saw at least one dog with a heat-related illness (heatstroke), after being walked on a hot day. It is so easy for our pets to overheat and it can be life-threatening. So, remember…
🦮Walk your pets at a cooler time of day (first thing in the morning or later in the evening)
🦮Always ensure they have access to shade and fresh water (even during walks) as a way to help regulate their body temperature and stay cool
🦮If you spot the signs of heatstroke, treat the heat before you transport! See our earlier post for the tell ‘tail’ signs!)
🆒 Cool their body (not face or head) with cool water emersion, move them to the shade, create a breeze and offer sips of water. Once cooling has started, transport them to the vet, letting your practice know you are on your way.
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The most convenient way to communicate with our team - we will be in your pocket!
PetsApp is FREE to download and you can use this to:
🐾 Chat with our team
🐾 Order medication
🐾 Book appointments
It is available on the AppStore and GooglePlay. We look forward to chatting with you through the app!
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Gorgeous Archie came in to see Ben for his thyroidectomy today ❤️
The video shows the surgical procedure in more detail - so please be warned, there is some graphic content that some may prefer to avoid! The first video shows the enlarged thyroid gland that was due to be removed - you'll notice it 'pop' as Ben ran his fingers along Archie's neck.
Common in older cats, hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid glands in the neck develop abnormal tissue and overproduce of thyroid hormone, causing an increase in a cat's metabolic rate. Common signs of hyperthyroidism include:
> Weight loss, despite an increased appetite
> Restlessness
> Increased thirst
> A poor, unkempt coat
> Vomiting and diarrhoea
Hyperthyroidism can be managed with medication and other treatments, but after stabilising with medication, a thyroidectomy to remove the affected tissue can provide a long-term or permanent cure.
We're happy to report that Archie is recovering well (as you'll see from his post-surgery photo!) and he's been a joy to look after.
If you think your cat may be showing signs of hyperthyroidism, book an appointment with one of our vets.
To learn more about hyperthyroidism in cats, take a look at this link 👉 https://tinyurl.com/4m3m8kxe
🥶 Here are some ideas to keep your pets cool in the heat…
Remember to hit the save button for when the temperatures really rise!
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As we spend more time in the garden during summer, our pets like to join us.
Some plants found in our gardens at this time of year are toxic to our pets, however, so it’s wise to know which ones your pet may come into contact with.
If you suspect your pet has ingested any part of these plants or they show any of the following signs, contact us/your vet immediately:
🌱 Drooling
🌱 Not eating
🌱 Low energy
🌱 Vomiting or diarrhoea
🌱 Drinking or urinating more
🌱 Rashes
🌱 Red skin
🌱 Mouth ulcers
🌱 Pale gums
🌱 Twitching or seizures
🌱 Collapse
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Happy Father’s Day!
Today is a day to celebrate with your pets and if you are doing anything special, we would love to hear from you.
⤵️Comment below with your stories and photos…
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It’s Diabetes Awareness Week! Both dogs and cats can suffer from diabetes.
It tends to be more common in older and overweight pets but it is most manageable when detected early. With the correct monitoring, treatment, diet and exercise, diabetic pets can lead long and happy lives, just like diabetic humans do.
If you spot any of these signs, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team. If undiagnosed, diabetes can be a life-threatening condition.
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⚠️ The deadline is here! It is now a legal requirement to have your cat microchipped before the age of 20 weeks, or you face up to a £500 fine.
💚 Microchipping is the most effective way to be reunited with your cat should they go missing.
If your feline still needs to be microchipped, book them in for this quick and easy procedure ASAP.
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Every year, we love to fire up the BBQ and get out in the sun. Including our pets is one of the joys of summer but unfortunately, can lead to a trip to see us.
Here are our top BBQ dangers to be aware of to avoid getting into a spot of bother!
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🐕 Most dogs love a stick! Chewing, chasing, tugging - you name it.
It’s a way for dogs to explore the world around them and play, so no wonder this natural instinct is strong. However, sticks can often cause more damage than good, so where possible need to be avoided.
Watch our video to find out why and what a safer alternative may be…
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Who agrees with this? ♥️
Can you still remember what life was like before you welcomed your canine companion into your heart and home?
We can’t imagine life without our dogs, and we’re sure you can’t either!
#TheMarketTownVet #OswestryVet #ShrewsburyVet #Dogs #DogQuotes
What does it mean for you and your pets when choosing an independent practice?
🐾 All vets in practice will be qualified and strive to provide the best possible care but being independent often means additional benefits for you, our pet owners.
🐾 Decisions made with you and your pet in mind: We ensure you and your pet are at the heart of our business. We are proud to be an independently owned practice, meaning we will have total control over how we care for your pet, without the need to meet shareholder expectations
🐾 Continuity of care: our promise is to provide you and your pet with exceptional care every time you visit. Our dedicated team of vets, nurses and admin staff are on hand to treat your pets as what they are - much-loved members. The same team will always be on hand to greet you.
#TheMarketTownVet #OswestryVets #ShrewsburyVets #IndependentVets
Coming soon! 📣
As you will know, we recently launched our online pharmacy. Soon, you will also be able to order your pet food too.
Your pet is part of the family. We want to ensure that caring for them is convenient and cost-effective.
🩺 No more worrying about squeezing in a trip to see us
🩺 Receive fast, reliable delivery, right when you need it
🩺 You can even create AutoShip orders for your recurring purchases!
Visit https://themarkettownvet.securevetsource.com/index.pml or click the link in our bio to browse our online shop.
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🥳 Introducing our brand new online pharmacy - take a look around!
For pet owners who want the convenience of ordering their pet's medication online.
In a few clicks, you can:
🐾 Browse our shop from the comfort of your own home
🐾 Order your pet’s medication (routine prescription or new treatment) that you would usually collect from our in-clinic pharmacy
🐾 Have it delivered to your front door as frequently as you like
🐾 Access help from our dedicated team, should you need it
Explore our online pharmacy today by following the link below (also in our bio!) and discover how we're making pet care easier than ever.
Visit https://themarkettownvet.securevetsource.com/index.pml
Let us know what you think in the comments below!
#TheMarketTownVet #ShrewsburyVet #OswestryVet #OnlinePharmacy #PetHealth
Meet lovely Jasmine, the Cockerpoo 🐾
🩺 Jasmine came in for a lateral suture repair of a ruptured cruciate ligament in her knee. As if that wasn't enough, poor Jasmine was also discovered to have a rather large bladder stone which needed to be surgically removed too! Bladder stones can not only be painful but often cause blockages which result in an emergency.
❤️ This beautiful girl was a pleasure to care for and we are thrilled to report that she is recovering well. She will be back on all 4 paws soon (without the wobble in her knee!) and is also enjoying a specially formulated diet to prevent any further bladder stones in the future.
Get well soon, Jasmine and a big thank you to her owners for allowing us to share her story!
#TheMarketTownVet #OswestryVet #ShrewsburyVet #Cockerpoo #Surgery
🥳 Introducing our brand new online pharmacy - take a look around!
For pet owners who want the convenience of ordering their pet's medication online.
In a few clicks, you can:
🐾 Browse our shop from the comfort of your own home
🐾 Order your pet’s medication (routine prescription or new treatment) that you would usually collect from our in-clinic pharmacy
🐾 Have it delivered to your front door as frequently as you like
🐾 Access help from our dedicated team, should you need it
Explore our online pharmacy today by following the link below (also in our bio!) and discover how we're making pet care easier than ever.
Visit https://themarkettownvet.securevetsource.com/index.pml
Let us know what you think in the comments below!
#TheMarketTownVet #ShrewsburyVet #OswestryVet #OnlinePharmacy #PetHealth
What does it mean for you and your pets when choosing an independent practice?
🐾 All vets in practice will be qualified and strive to provide the best possible care but being independent often means additional benefits for you, our pet owners.
🐾 Decisions made with you and your pet in mind: We ensure you and your pet are at the heart of our business. We are proud to be an independently owned practice, meaning we will have total control over how we care for your pet, without the need to meet shareholder expectations
🐾 Continuity of care: our promise is to provide you and your pet with exceptional care every time you visit. Our dedicated team of vets, nurses and admin staff are on hand to treat your pets as what they are - much-loved members. The same team will always be on hand to greet you.
#TheMarketTownVet #OswestryVets #ShrewsburyVets #IndependentVets
If you have recently welcomed a new pet into your family, you can conveniently register them with our practice online via our website or by clicking the link in our bio.
We can’t wait to meet them!
#TheMarketTownVet #OswestryVets #ShrewsburyVets #RegisterYourPet
Who agrees with this? ♥️
Can you still remember what life was like before you welcomed your canine companion into your heart and home?
We can’t imagine life without our dogs, and we’re sure you can’t either!
#TheMarketTownVet #OswestryVet #ShrewsburyVet #Dogs #DogQuotes
