Vet Boutique

25/12/2022

Merry Christmas from all of us at Vet Boutique!

We want to thank you all for your support over our first year and hope you have all enjoyed your boxes from us. We are super excited with the new products we have in store for you next year and cannot wait to meet more of you in 2023.

We hope you all have a relaxing Christmas break and wish you all a Happy New Year.

🐶🐾🐾

06/11/2022

Meet our new range of grooming products created by vets to be both effective and sustainable - DOG by Dr Lisa.

Earlier this year, we asked our followers what they would like to see added to our online store and there was an overwhelming response requesting more sustainable grooming products for pets.

After months of searching and testing, we found our answer!

DOG is a new brand of luxury grooming products for your dog that are available exclusively from Vet Boutique.

Their range includes extra large 500ml bottles of shampoo and conditioner which are designed to last and are uniquely packaged in recyclable aluminium bottles to help reduce plastic consumption!

Their compostable wipes are an incredibly useful product to help keep dogs clean and reduce the amount of shampooing and bathing they need.

They're perfect for muddy paws, skin folds, dirty bums and more! Why not keep a pack in the back of the car or in your rucksack for when your dog needs a clean on the go!

Take a look at the starter range we have recently added to our online store. You're dog's coat will never look and smell better!

19/10/2022

🎃👻🎃 Trick or Treat Giveaway! 🎃👻🎃

With Halloween coming very soon, we've put together a one-off box of treats for one lucky dog!

All you have to do to enter is:

🦇Follow
🦇Like this post
🦇Tell or show us your dog's favourite trick!

Bonus entry:
👻 Share this post in your stories
👻 Tag a friend who deserves a treat

UK entries only. Closes 12pm on 26th October. Winner announced the same day.

Good luck!

10/10/2022

👨‍⚕️VB Focus: Fireworks

Fireworks season is upon us but sadly this time of year 1000s of animals across the UK suffer with fear and anxiety. We've put together some tips to help keep your pet calm this year.

Symptoms of anxiety include:

- Trembling and shaking
- Hiding behind furniture or in unusual tight places
- Trying to run away
- Panting
- Pacing
- Inappetance or reluctance to eat their food
- Barking excessively
- Messing in the house

The best way to combat the stress of fireworks season is to start planning EARLY.

- Prepare a 'den' or safe space for your pet to hide and help them feel safe. Keep the area dark, comfy and quiet 🛖
- Keep pets indoors with doors and dog/cat flaps closed 🏠
- Try turning on the tv or radio to distract from the sound of the fireworks 📺
- Avoid leaving your pet alone if they're anxious 🐶
- Take your dog for a walk before it gets dark 🐾
- Use positive reinforcement and reward your pet when showing calm behaviour 🥩
- Start a calming supplement EARLY. Nutracalm is a fantastic calming supplement that can be started a month in advance and given daily in your dog's breakfast or dinner to help keep stress levels down. (Remember: We often have little to no warning when a firework will be let off so we want to try and pre-empt the event) 💊
- Get a pheromone diffuser plugged in early at home 🧘
- Contact your vet for for calming medication if your pet is particularly anxious during this time 🩺

26/09/2022

We are delighted to announce that you are now able to purchase Nutravet products directly from Vet Boutique!

Nutravet have developed the best veterinary strength, natural healthcare products to aid and support your pet’s wellbeing.

Their range of supplements includes:

- Nutraquin+ for joints and mobility 🦴
- Nutraplaque for healthy teeth and gums 🦷
- Nutramega for the skin and a coat 🐕
- Nutracalm to reduce stress and anxiety 💆‍♂️
- Nutramind to promote healthy brain function 🧠
- Nutraflora to support gut health and aid recovery 🐶

All their healthcare products are scientifically formulated, pure, natural and ethically sourced. Nutravet are one of the few companies to manufacture their products to pharmaceutical grade standards and have a guaranteed label claim on their products.

What's more is that they committed to preserving the environment and package all of their products in recycled materials wherever possible.

Many of you may have seen some of the range of Nutravet products featured in our monthly boxes. So now you can order more directly through our website.

And we are still offering free postage for any order over £30!

12/09/2022

Next month's box is our first Halloween Special! 🦇🎃👻

We have some seriously spooky surprises in October's subscription boxes and even some products designed to help your dog stay calm during the dreaded firework season.

Order early to secure yours now!

All order's will be dispatched during the first week of October. 📦

05/09/2022

Some of you might've seen that September's wellness boxes started arriving over the weekend! 📦

But can you guess the theme based on the delivery photo? 🧐👇

02/09/2022

VB Focus: 👨‍⚕️ Harvest Mites 🪳

These are tiny, bright orange mites that live in the soil and are found in woodland and grassy areas around this time of year.

They can attached anywhere on your dog's body but are often found on the feet, in between the toes, ears, armpits and ge****ls. These bugs feed on blood and can often cause intense itchiness where they feed.

Symptoms include:

- red, inflamed, damaged skin 🔴
- saliva staining to the fur 🟤
- bright orange specks on the skin 🟠
- pus in the skin 🟡

There is no licensed treatment available for this condition but often involves application of flea-killing medications topically to the mites. Some animals may require anti-inflammatory or medications to help reduce itching. Occasionally, antibiotics may be required to clear up any skin infections.

Prevention using regular flea medications is best and avoiding areas known to contain mites.

Contact your vet if you see your dog scratching excessively or if you find mites on their skin and fur.

30/08/2022

New Toys!!! 🪳🦑🐦🐢🦴

Take a look at the limited range from our new premium supplier, GeorgiePaws!

New and available exclusively to VetBoutique, these beautiful eco-friendly toys are made from by-products of the buffalo meat industry that would otherwise go to waste and are veg tanned to help minimise the use of chemicals.

They're double stitched for added strength and are stuffed with natural cotton.

A unique feature of GeorgiePaws toys is that they are completely biodegradable too!

Once your dog has finished with them, simply bury the toy in the garden and it will completely decompose into the earth within 1-2 years and it will even feed the worms too!

They've all been added to our online store now but only in very limited quantities - vetboutique.co.uk

29/08/2022

Eyes on the prize 🐶👀🎁🦴

@ treats are so tasty they demand extreme concentration and focus!

They're great for times when you need your dog's full attention. 🐩😋

In stock and available online now.

Last day to claim your free treats!

26/08/2022

Happy INTERNATIONAL DOG DAY from everyone at Vet Boutique! 🥳🐾

We want to celebrate our best friends by offering free treats with every order this bank holiday weekend!

Yep, you heard that right! A FREE Vet Boutique treat bag filled with yummy treats with every order!

Calling all doggos! Get your pawrents on the case now to make sure you get spoilt this weekend! 🐶

(A few new products may have been added overnight! 😱🤩)

22/08/2022

Monthly Reveal!

This month's unboxing is brought to you by the handsome Otis! We couldn't have done it better ourselves!

Here he is showcasing our Affordable Pet Care Box!

This month's box is full of products rich in omega fatty acids to help keep the skin in great condition and help prevent against summer allergies.

Head over to his page to see his latest review of this month's products.

And get 10% off using his own discount code at the checkout: Otis10

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15/08/2022

LIMITED EDITION TREATS 🤩

Denzel's Surf 'N' Turf Bites are available now to purchase directly from Vet Boutique!

110 delicious soft-baked training treats in each bag in eco-friendly packaging. 😋🐾

Our subscribers may recognise them when they first made an appearance in our Summer Box earlier this month.

Available for a limited time only so don't let your pup miss out on a summer treat! 😎

12/08/2022

The weekend is nearly here 🥳 and it's going to be a hot one folks. Look how dry the ground is already!

Stay cool this weekend and always check the ground temperature before taking the dogs out on a walk.

The pavements can get really hot and burn their little feet. 🐾

There's a high risk of heatstroke too so check out our recent VB focus' to get some handy tips on how to avoid overheating! 🥵

01/08/2022

📦 N E W + P R O D U C T 📦

We loved this box so much that we decided to make it available for everyone to purchase.

This box is a 'one-off' selection of plastic-free products including delicious training treats, dental chews, toys, compostable poo bags and more! 😋

It makes a fantastic eco-friendly gift box for any lucky dogs out there. 🐶

What's more? The entire box and contents are completely compostable too! 🌿

This is truly the most eco-friendly. sustainable pet box on the planet. 🌍

Available in 2 sizes to suit any budget. Try one now. They make great birthday gifts too! 🥳

31/07/2022

27/07/2022

👨‍⚕️ VB Focus: Bee and Wasp Stings 🐝

Ever thought what you would do if your dog was stung by a bee or wasp when out on a walk? 🤔

Not only can they cause local pain and irritation but can also lead to swelling, swollen, itchy skin and even more severe allergic reactions too. 😣

If you see or suspect your dog has been stung by a bee or wasp follow these steps:

1. try to calm your dog down and take a look at the area that has been stung

2. try to remove the sting by scraping with a flat surface such as a credit card or remove the sting below the poison sac if you can see it.

3. wash the area with cold water or ice to soothe and reduce pain

4. monitor your dog closely for signs of an allergic reaction: breathing difficulty, excessive swelling around the eyes or face, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness or even collapse.

5. Contact your vet immediately if you notice any of the symptoms of an allergic reaction.

Comment below if you have any questions or want to share any of your stories regarding stings.

25/07/2022

Here are 5 simple changes any pet owner can make to shrink their pet's carbon pawprint! 🐾🌍

How many of them can you make?

Our monthly boxes make it easy to make the change. Everything you need in one simple delivery. 📦

21/07/2022

Want to see what was in July's wellness box? 👈

We are extremely proud to be able to show you July's entirely plastic-free box! 😊

That's right, every single product in this month's box was entirely plastic-free and compostable - meaning it will decompose back into natural products in a matter of years without leaving a single trace of microplastic behind.

This not only includes the products inside the box but also the box, tape, packaging, delivery labels and stickers! 🤯🤯🤯

July's box truly was the most sustainable box available for dogs. 🐶

19/07/2022

NEW OFFER!!! 🐶🐶🐶 - Denzel's bites are all now at 20% off until the end of the month as our latest plastic free promotion!

We have all 7 flavours of their delicious bites in stock for fast delivery now at our special low price all included in plastic-free compostable packaging and made right here in the UK.

Simply enter code: DENZELS20 at checkout now to receive your discount.

PS: Did you notice that we recently added a new collection to the Boutique? 🤭

18/07/2022

👨‍⚕️ VB Focus: Heatstroke 🥵🥵🥵🔥☀️

This weekend was hot but today and tomorrow it's really heating up so our focus this week is on the dangerous condition called 'Heatstroke'.

Heatstroke occurs when a dog gets too hot and is unable to control its body temperature. Under normal conditions, a dog will regulate its temperature between 38-39 degrees Celsius.

A dog's temperature will often exceed 40 degrees when they develop heatstroke with life-threatening organ failure potentially occurring if it exceeds 41.2 degrees.

Unlike humans, dogs do not cool down by sweating but instead cool down by panting. This is why short-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds such as bulldogs and pugs are at higher risk of developing heatstroke even at only moderately elevated outside temperatures.

In addition, any dog that has a heart condition, is overweight, elderly or has any condition that affects its ability to breathe normally is more at risk of developing heatstroke in these conditions.

Symptoms include:

- Excessive panting and laboured breathing
- Excessive salivation
- Lethargy, weakness and incoordination
- Collapse
- Vomiting and Diarrhoea
- Bright red or pale gums

Seek immediate veterinary help if your dog has any of these symptoms!

Keep your dog cool this week, do not exercise your dog or go very early or late in the evening, ensure they have plenty of water available and avoid car journeys or travelling with your dog unless absolutely essential.

See our last VB focus post below on how to keep your dog cool in the heat!

12/07/2022

🤩NEW PRODUCTS!!! 🤩

We've just launched the entire range of new and super tasty treats from Beco as part of our promotion.

These brand new, bone-shaped treats have some incredible benefits for our dogs and our planet:

🌎 planet-friendly protein sources
🦴 grain-free
🧑‍🍳 soft baked (in eco friendly ovens)
🌿 packed in plastic-free, compostable packaging

They are currently available in 4 different flavours, each containing a unique ingredient for added health benefits too!

Try the range now and help to reduce your dog's carbon pawprint. Order directly form Vet Boutique.

11/07/2022

👨‍⚕️ VB Focus: Keeping your dog cool

We are currently having a heatwave in the UK so we thought it would be a good time to give everyone a few tips on how to keep our dogs cool this Summer and prevent against them developing life-threatening heatstroke.

1. Hydration 💧 - make sure there is always plenty of water available

2. Limit exercise 🚶- make sure walks are taken at the cooler times of the day such as early morning or late evening. Try to stay in the shaded areas of the walk,

3. Avoid car journeys unless essential. ❌ Make sure the car is air conditioned and NEVER leave your dog in the car by themselves.

4. Keep your dog's coat short 💇‍♀️ - grooming is an essential part of preventing over heating

5. Leave damp towels out for them to lie on. 🐕

6. Get the paddling pool out 🏊- if your dog likes water, a paddling pool could be a great way to cool off.

Avoid giving them ice cubes as this may send their body the wrong signal and cause them to overheat.

Look out for the signs of heatstroke:

-excessive panting, bright red or pale gums, lethargy, drooling, vomiting, diarrhoea, foaming at the mouth, shaking, confusion or disorientation, collapse or even seizures.

Contact your vet immediately if you are worried your dog may have symptoms of heatstroke.

05/07/2022

BOGOF! EdgardCooper doggy dental sticks are currently buy one get one free to all customers. Simply use code: PLASTICFREEJULY at checkout.
While stocks last.

As part of we will be running a series of promotions and offers on a selection of our plastic-free pet products to give you a chance to try some of our products and make the move to sustainable pet care.

Visit our shop now. Your dog won't be disappointed. 🐶🌿🌎

01/07/2022

Plastic Free July is Here! - the global movement to try and reduce the use of single-use plastics in everyday life.

We are all much more aware of the damage that plastics can have on our environment and on our wildlife.

This month, we challenge you to try and go plastic-free in both your and your pet's life. Here are some ways to make the change:

🌿 Make the switch to a reusable cup or bowl
🌎 Buy less single use items
🌿 Group items together when ordering to reduce on waste, delivery and packaging
🌎 Use plastic-free, compostable p**p bags
🌿 Check the packaging of dog food and treats to see if they contain plastics
🌎 Try using bamboo or plant-based alternatives instead

There are many ways to make the change. We have plenty of plastic-free products on our website if you need help and many more will be added this month.

Will you join us? Let us know how you'll take up the challenge below 👇

27/06/2022

👨‍⚕️ VB Focus: Grass Seeds 🌾

All the sunshine recently has caused crops and plants to thrive. But with this comes a nasty hazard for our pets -

These barbed plants can easily stick to your dog's coat during walks and can pe*****te the skin causing intense pain and can even migrate to other areas of the body!

The most common areas to find these include the feet, ears, eyes and nasal passages. 🐾👀👂👃

Symptoms can include head shaking, excessive licking where the skin is being irritated (often the feet), weepy or closed eyes, sneezing or swelling of the skin and abscesses.

Prevent these causing problems by checking your dog's feet (particularly between the toes), eyes, ears and nose after each walk and removing the seeds. Regularly grooming can help to visualise the seeds. Boots can help to protect feet too. 👟

If you're concerned that one may have pe*****ted the skin or entered the ear canal, contact your vet. Due to the intense pain associated with these, sedation or general anaesthetic may be required to remove the seed carefully.

Has your dog every had one of these?

30/05/2022

We spent the weekend packing boxes ready to send out later this week! 🥳

June's box has sold out and we can't wait to reveal the surprises inside. Rest assured you'll be seeing some very happy faces soon! 😍

July's box is available to order now!

PS: next month is our most sustainable box yet and one that we have been working on for a while. Order early to secure yours now. 🐶🌿📦

26/05/2022

Dennis looked pretty smug when his Vet Boutique box arrived earlier this month!

Have you ever met a Dalmatian before? 😍

Last call to order this month's box before dispatch next week! (Link in bio)

24/05/2022

Tuesday is for Team! So we're introducing you to the founders and inspiration for Vet Boutique's eco-friendly pet care boxes. 🌿📦

Meet the faces behind the scenes! Minimus AKA the head of product testing and quality control and our CEO Maximus AKA the Big Guy. 🐶🐕

These two are the heart of Vet Boutique as like many pet owners, we want to give them the best possible lives. ❤️

Every product is chosen to help keep them happy and healthy and help keep them living longer! 🥰

20/05/2022

Did you know that a dog's nose print is unique?

Why not take a closer look at your dog's nose today! Give them a boop!