28/06/2024
Friday Fact!
Did you know that contrary to popular belief carrots should not be part of a rabbit's normal diet? Carrots are high in sugar and should only be fed in small amounts as occasional treats.
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27/06/2024
🐰🐰 This week is Rabbit Awareness Week 🐰🐰
This years theme is Healthy diet, Happy bunnies!
Why not make mealtimes more interactive for your bunnies? To encourage their natural behaviour you can add things such as forage feeders, treat balls and gnawing sticks. These toys are also great for keeping your rabbits mentally stimulated.
Let’s hop right into making mealtime both delicious and exciting for your bunnies! 🏡
For lots more information on Rabbit Awareness Week head on over to their page.
26/06/2024
🐰🐰 This week is Rabbit Awareness Week🐰🐰
This years theme is Healthy diet, Happy bunnies!
Did you know that about 85% of your rabbits daily diet should be made up of
high-quality, dust-free feeding hay or fresh grass? A pile of hay the same size as them each day should be provided but make sure it's fresh as nobody's a fan of stale snacks!
Why feed hay?
It has lot's of fibre which is essential for rabbits' health:
Dental health – Bunnies' teeth never stop growing so gnawing on good quality feeding hay or fresh grass helps keep them in check and prevent dental problems.
Digestive health – Fibre is essential to keep your rabbit's digestive system running smoothly, reducing the risk of gut stasis and bloat.
Did you know wild rabbits spend up to 70% of their time foraging? By providing plenty of hay and grass, you're helping your rabbits fulfil their natural behaviour!
26/06/2024
It looks like we're going to have another scorcher of a day again today. It's not only dogs and cats that can get heatstroke. Please be aware of hutches becoming too hot for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs.
25/06/2024
It's a beautiful day today but remember just because we love the sunshine it doesn't mean that our furry friends do. There is great potential with todays temperatures that some dogs could get heatstroke.
25/06/2024
🐰🐰 This week is Rabbit Awareness Week 🐰🐰
This years theme is Healthy diet, Happy bunnies!
Is is really important to feed our bunnies the correct diet to ensure their health and wellbeing. We've shared the post below as it has a really good video by Blue Cross UK explaining what makes a good diet
21/06/2024
Fun Friday Fact!!
Did you know your dog's nose can smell 10,000 to 100,000 times better than your nose?
Dog nose prints are also as unique as human fingerprints!
20/06/2024
Just for fun!
We haven't done this for a while :)
How many dog breeds can you guess from the emoji's?
Pop your answers in the comments section
19/06/2024
🌟 Pet Health Club: where affordability meets exceptional care! 🌟 💫 Unleash the benefits of joining today! 💫 ✅ Annual vaccinations to shield your pet from diseases ✅ Year-round protection against fleas, worms, and ticks ✅ Six-month healthy pet check for peace of mind ✅ 20% discount ✅ 25% off an annual wellness screening 🎁 That's not all! Members also receive exclusive discounts on a wide range of treatments and services. 🌟 Join today: https://bit.ly/PracticePetHealthClub
19/06/2024
We're well and truly into BBQ season now!
With these get togethers also comes some potential dangers for our canine friends.
CORN ON THE COB - Whilst corn is not poisonous to dogs it can cause an intestinal obstruction and possibly rupture if swallowed
KEBAB SKEWERS - If swallowed will cause significant damage. They can perforate the stomach causing peritonitis or even damage to other nearby organs
FATTY FOODS - Eating fatty foods such as burgers and sausages can cause a dog to have an upset stomach and if high levels of fat is consumed may even contribute to the dog getting pancreatitis
GARLIC AND ONIONS - These are part of the allium family of plants and are extremely toxic to dogs
DISCARDED BONES - Another item that can cause intestinal blockages/perforations as cooked bones tend to shatter causing sharp edges
ALCOHOL - unattended glasses can be a great temptation to dogs. Dogs are more susceptible to alcohol effects and if enough is consumed it is poisonous
If you are concerned that your dog may have eaten something it shouldn't have contact the surgery ASAP
18/06/2024
FLYSTRIKE
Flystrike is also called ‘myiasis’. It happens when flies lay their eggs on your rabbit, and those eggs hatch out into maggots. Maggots from blowflies: bluebottles and green bottles, are the most dangerous. They can eat into your rabbit’s flesh within 24 hours which can cause death in a very short time.
Prevention is better than cure:
🐰Check your bunny's bottom daily and clean if necessary
🐰Keep the bunny's environment clean by removing dirty litter and bedding. Flies are attracted to these.
🐰 Make sure your rabbits weight is ok. Obese rabbits cannot clean themselves properly.
-🐰Apply Rearguard or a similar product as recommended by the manufacturer. This product can be used if your rabbit is at risk of flystrike.
-🐰If your rabbit appears to have urinary problems or is arthritic make sure it sees a vet for diagnosis and treatment.
Flystrike is classed as an emergency as the rabbit can go into shock. It can be fatal if not treated quickly enough. As we are experiencing very warm weather it is essential that you check your rabbits for signs of maggots.
If you are worried your rabbit may be affected don't hesitate to call the surgery for further advice/treatment.
17/06/2024
June is National Microchipping Month
As of June 10th this year it is now COMPULSORY for any owned cat to be microchipped.
The new rules mean cats must be implanted with a microchip before they reach the age of 20 weeks and their contact details stored and kept up to date in a pet microchipping database. Owners found not to have microchipped their cat will have 21 days to have one implanted, or may face a fine of up to £500 (source gov.uk)
If your cat hasn't been microchipped call the surgery to make an appointment.
17/06/2024
♥️♥️ Meet Fuji ♥️♥️
Fuji came to visit us on Saturday for first vaccination and microchip.
We couldn't have asked for a better patient.
Isn't Fuji just the cutest? ♥️😍
16/06/2024
Wishing all the fellas out there a Happy Fur-ther's day :)
Let's see some pics in the comments section
15/06/2024
♥️♥️Meet Bailey♥️♥️
Bailey came to visit us for his second part of his vaccination course yesterday. He was such a good boy.
Isn't he adorable?
14/06/2024
Fleas are an all year round problem. By joining The Pet Health Club your cats flea treatment is taken care of as part of the easy monthly payments.
14/06/2024
Fun Friday Fact!
Did you know that rabbits have exceptional muscle strength? This enables them to be achieve, on average, jumps of around 2ft in height. The Guinness World record currently stands at 3.2ft in height and the longest jump horizontally currently stands at 9ft! 😮🐰
13/06/2024
Lungworm in dogs is caused by a small roundworm that settles in the dog’s pulmonary blood vessels and sometimes in its heart. Dogs become infected by swallowing infected slugs or snails, usually accidentally when they're eating grass, drinking from puddles or outdoor water, and playing with toys outdoors. The problem with lungworm is that affected dogs may not show any signs or present nonspecific and often intermittent signs such as lethargy, coughing, breathing difficulties, weight loss, or vomiting. Once diagnosed and treated, dogs usually make a full recovery but, as with all health problems, it is very important to start treatment as early as possible. Please make sure your dogs' worming treatments are up to date and that these cover all parasites, including lungworm. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us!
12/06/2024
It's Diabetes Awareness Week
When a pet is diagnosed with diabetes, most times, there's something off about their insulin balance, and this is why vets usually recommend treatment with insulin administration.
Insulin is a hormone that helps blood sugar (glucose) go into the cells where it can be used to produce the energy needed for the whole body to function.
In uncontrolled diabetic pets, the blood sugar concentration is persistently high, resulting in clinical signs such as increased thirst and urination, increased appetite, but weight loss, skin issues and a poor coat.
Once insulin therapy is started, the blood sugar concentration will go back to normal values. As it can be challenging to adjust the dose to the one that's going to keep your pet's disease controlled, control visits are essential in an initial phase!
If you find your pet weak, walking uncoordinated, and if they lose conscience, they may be experiencing low blood sugar. This can be due to an excessive dose of insulin and needs to be addressed immediately, so don't hesitate to bring your pet in!
11/06/2024
Today is World Pet Memorial Day
This is a day when we remember those beloved pets that have crossed over the rainbow bridge. Please feel free to share any memorial photos in the comments section 🌈🌈
10/06/2024
Thank you for your recent Google review Jane Kirkman :)
10/06/2024
We still have our offer of 20% off of any dental scale and polish procedure until the end of July. If you are concerned about your pets dental health contact the surgery for an appointment
08/06/2024
❤️Today is National Best Friend Day❤️
We all know animals make the best friends! Share a picture of yours in the comment section and spread some joy🥰
07/06/2024
Friday Fact!
Rabbits are social creatures and are happiest in the company of their own species. The best combination is a neutered male and neutered female. They can become extremely sad and depressed if kept on their own.
06/06/2024
Get Proactive. Not Reactive! Find out more and join the Pet Health Club today . . . https://bit.ly/38765oo
06/06/2024
Environmental enrichment is highly beneficial for indoor cats and it’s a topic that normally doesn’t get much attention. More than just getting toys for your cat, environmental enrichment is about providing ways through which your cat or cats can display their normal, natural behaviour.
The “To do list” on a busy feline day normally includes seeking small prey to hunt, scratching, playing, dealing with other cats, resting and napping in their favourite safe spots, often in high areas since they love to climb.
Many indoor cats are under stress because they struggle to find structures to climb, hiding places where they feel safe and are left unbothered, as well as items to play with. They often have no reason to display any sort of hunting behaviour and more than often they annoy their owner for their scratching behaviour. Other stress factors include less positive social relations with humans, other cats or other animals and even sudden and unexpected changes in their routine.
All this causes chronic stress and anxiety, also leading to significant health issues such as feline idiopathic cystitis and unwanted behavioural changes such as urine marking, house soiling, and even some forms of aggression.
Bring happiness into your cat’s life by providing a wide variety of toys, scratching areas, cat towers and safe resting spots. Cardboard boxes are very popular among cats for example. Ensure there are enough food and water stations, and litter boxes available for all cats in the household (plus one extra) to have easy and individual access to them. Your feline companions will be very grateful for these additions!
05/06/2024
❗❗June is National Microchipping Month❗❗
It has been law since 2016 that ALL dogs must be microchipped by the age of 8 weeks old. Owners who do not get their dog chipped can be fined up to £500.
It is REALLY important to keep your address/phone details up to date with the microchip database. This is the responsibility of the owner. Without the correct details pets cannot be reunited with their owners.
04/06/2024
It's that time of year again when we start to see a lot of baby birds around. Do you know what to do if you find one? Here's a handy guide to help you 🙂
04/06/2024
⛔️⛔️ LOST CAT ⛔️⛔️
Has anyone seen this lovely little lady? She's been missing from home for a couple of weeks now.
Not microchipped. She had four white paws and a white patch on her chest. Last seen on Elmsleigh Drive. If you have any information please contact the surgery via our page
03/06/2024
This is your 7 day warning!
In a weeks time, on June 10th, it becomes a legal requirement to have your cat microchipped. Don't delay, give the surgery a call to book your feline friend an appointment.
If your cat is a member of our Health Club then microchipping is part of the plan
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We still have our offer of 20% off of any dental scale and polish procedure until the end of July. If you are concerned about your pets dental health contact the surgery for an appointment
⭐️⭐️ May is Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month ⭐️⭐️ We hope you've enjoyed getting a glimpse of what our nursing team do on a daily basis. There are lots of things they do that we have not been able to showcase but are incredibly important to the practice. Things like insurance claims, health and safety, consumable ordering, equipment maintenance, running blood and urine samples, looking at samples under the microscope, cleaning, sterilising, reception work, triaging critical patients, x-raying patients, wound management, bandaging and so much more. Our nurses are there for you when your pet is a baby right through to when it's time to say a final goodbye. Who says heroes have to wear capes? #VNAM2024 #whatVNsdo #20YearsOfVNAM
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Yippee it's Bank Holiday Monday!! What plans has everyone got today? Whatever it is we hope you have a great day 😊
We currently have a 20% discount offer on any dental scale and polish procedure we undertake. This offer is available until the end of July 2024.
November is antibiotic amnesty month
What to do if you have leftover or unused antibiotics: 💊 Return them to your vet practice for safe disposal 💊Inappropriate disposal of unused antibiotics could contribute to antimicrobial resistance and pollute the environment through waterways, affecting our wildlife 💊Don’t ever give your pet, or any pet for which they haven’t been prescribed, left-over or out of date antibiotics. Using antibiotics when not needed could risk side effects, delay an accurate diagnosis for your pet, mean that your pets condition may not be treatable, and contributes to antimicrobial resistance Our practice is taking part in the antibiotic amnesty this November. Clients can return any unused or out of date antibiotics to us for safe disposal. #AntibioticAmnesty #onehealth
Antibiotic Amnesty 2023
What is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? 💊 Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop defences that protect them from antibiotic medications, making treatment less effective Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasing problem worldwide, affecting both human and animal health. Antibiotics are essential when treating many conditions in animals and people, but bacteria are becoming resistant to many antibiotics that we rely on in human and veterinary medicine. Our practice is taking part in the antibiotic amnesty this November. Clients can return any unused or out of date antibiotics to us for safe disposal. #AntibioticAmnesty #onehealth
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Please note that our Melbourne branch will be closed for the rest of this week due to staff shortages. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. We will be back open as normal on Monday 14th August
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❤️❤️ Meet Mabel ❤️❤️ Mabel came to see us last week. Her owner signed up to our Pet Health Club plan so he could budget Mabel's routine care and save money at the same time. Mabel is really rocking her Pet Health Club bandana and we think she is absolutely adorable 🥰 Welcome to the Swad Vets family Mabel x
6 winter pet tips!
This week is forecast to be cold brrr🥶🥶 Here are 6 useful winter tips 1. Keep your dog warm - Get your dog a practical coat to wear on those cold walks! 2. Keep your cat warm - If your cat is outside for most of the day, make sure they have a warm, dry and draft free place to shelter or consider installing a cat flap so they can come and go as they please. 3. Antifreeze poisoning - Cats and dogs love the taste of antifreeze but it's highly toxic and can cause kidney failure. Store antifreeze well away from your pets reach and clean up any spillages immediately. 4. Check on your rabbits and Guinea Pigs - Make sure their hutch is warm, damp free and sheltered from the wind and rain. 5. Protect your dog's paws - Be mindful of grit, salt and snow on the roads, try to avoid letting your dog walk through too much of it and always check their paws after a walk. 6. Stay vigilant - Try to walk your dog in the daytime. If you walk when it's dark we recommend both you and your dog wear reflective gear.
Happy International Pet Bird Day. Have you got a pet bird? Share a picture in the comments below . . .
It's National Dog Walker Appreciation Day. Share a picture of your lovely dog walker and your dog in the comments below . . .
How to staycation with your dog
With the last couple of weeks left of the summer holiday here is everything you need to know to have the perfect staycation with your dog... in this article: https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/taking-your-dog-on-holiday
World Photography Day
It's World Photography Day! Share your favourite photo in the comments below . . .
Arthritis Management
Canine Arthritis Management. Pain control is essential in the treatment of arthritis, but the good news is that you can do lots to help! From home modifications to lifestyle changes and a vet recommended treatment plan. Book an appointment with Sarah at our arthrits clinic to discuss your pets needs.
Sensitive skin
VetSoothe Sensitive Shampoo is a soothing and moisturising shampoo, specially formulated to rehydrate your pet’s skin, reducing redness, itching and dandruff. Shop now: https://bit.ly/36AtCxM
Fun Friday Fact!
Fun Friday Fact Did you know that cats only meow at people, not other cats? They’ve evolved to communicate this way with humans because we can’t understand the typical way they communicate with other cats — through scent, facial expression, and body language. Kittens, however, will meow to their mother to get her attention, but they stop once they’re grown.
Summer Walks
Where is your favourite walk? Round your fields, the woods or even on the beach? Share a photo or video of your favourite below.
PET HEALTH CLUB - 5 REASONS
Here’s five reasons why you should the Pet Health Club! Join today: https://bit.ly/PracticePetHealthClub
Purina Dental
PURINA® PRO PLAN® EXPERT CARE NUTRITION DENTAL CARE is a daily dental stick for your dog that works through an effective cleaning action. They are scientifically proven to help reduce tartar build up. Shop today at @myfamilyvets: https://bit.ly/36AtCxM
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