We would like to wish all our clients and their pets a very Happy New Year.
We hope you have a lovely day indulging and spending time together!
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From all our team, we would like to wish you and your furry family members a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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If you have a concern about your pet, not just over the festive season but anytime, we have a helpful interactive tool available on our website - completely free!
Our symptom checker can help advise pet owners on the next steps to take if they have any pet-related worries.
All you need to do is visit our website, scroll down on the homepage and our symptom checker will do the rest!
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It is the International Day of Veterinary Medicine!
It's a day to celebrate the important role that veterinary professionals play in keeping animals healthy and to recognise that veterinary medicine also benefits human health. Every member of our team is vital to the smooth running of our practice and today we celebrate not only them, but the upcoming veterinary professionals, animal lovers, and medical advancements which enable us to provide the best care to those without a voice.
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Meet beautiful Holly ♥️
Holly was diagnosed with hip dysplasia in both hips at an early age.
Here she is having a laser therapy session, sporting her 'doggles' to keep her eyes protected.
Hip dysplasia causes one or both hip joints to develop abnormally while a puppy is growing. It can cause pain, swelling, and can eventually cause arthritis if left untreated.
Holly's owner works very hard to ensure that Holly is pain-free and that her hips and surrounding structures stay the best that they can through regular laser therapy sessions.
Since having the laser sessions, Holly's owner feels that Holly is much happier in herself, is more willing to go for walks, and is improving with her hydrotherapy sessions 🥰
Laser therapy helps with joint inflammation, muscle tightness, wound healing, hot spots and many more conditions.
If you feel your pet would benefit from laser therapy, please contact the practice today to get booked in!
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One of the small joys in life is a winter walk with our pets. With the cold weather and limited daylight hours, however, it is worth being mindful of the best ways to stay safe!
❄️Reflective clothing: Whether you are road walking or field walking, reflective clothing can help you and your pets be seen.
❄️Wipe those paws: In the depths of winter, grit and snow can become trapped in paws and be very uncomfortable, so give them a wipe!
❄️Microchipping: Not only is it a legal requirement, it’s the best way to be reunited should your pet become lost. But don’t forget to keep your details up-to-date! All too often pets are not reunited as the owner's details are not up to date on the database.
❄️Frozen water sources: Very cold water or falling through ice can be fatal for pets as they can go into shock and it's difficult for us to rescue them - so keep pets on leads or avoid altogether.
❄️Wrap up warm: Vulnerable pets (thin coat, underweight, very young or elderly) may require an extra layer in the very cold weather.
Above all, enjoy the cold frosty mornings and, hopefully, some winter sunshine!
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It’s National Walk Your Dog Week!
As well as the many benefits to us and our pets, from bonding, exercise, and being out in nature, during the autumn and winter months, it can often mean walking in the dark.
Here are our top tips to stay safe!
🐕🦺 Pet accessories: whether you are walking in an open field or at the side of a road, using accessories such as flashing collars or reflective harnesses is a great way to ensure you are seen by others and most importantly, can see your pet at the end of the field!
🔬 Microchipping: one we commonly mention! Not only is it a legal requirement, but ensuring your contact details are up to date is just as important, should you become separated from your pet.
💡 Carrying a torch: it may seem obvious, but it’s key when trying to clear up dog poo and you place your things down for a moment. It ensures that you can see a radius around you to stay safe.
Most of all, enjoy! Wrap up warm and look forward to coming back home after a bit of exercise - your pets will thank you.
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It’s World Heart Day ❤️💚
We would love to know how your pet helps your health.
Maybe they get you outside, exercising for your daily walk? Perhaps they make you feel calm when sitting on your lap? Whatever they do to make you smile, we would love to know. Comment below!
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Coming soon...! 🥳
We are thrilled to announce that we will soon be stocking the new injectable Bravecto, offering 1 year of protection against fleas and ticks!
This will provide pet owners with certainty that their pets are protected, convenience for year-round protection and comfort for pets who don't like regular treatment.
Keep your eyes peeled on our socials for our launch date 🙌
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During the summer, dogs love a splash about to keep cool. How can we ensure they stay safe when enjoying the water?
🏊♂️ Can they swim?
It may seem like an obvious question, but not all dogs are confident swimmers. Be especially careful with ‘flat-faced’ breeds who can struggle to breathe should they get water in their face.
🌊 Where is best?
Always avoid stagnant, fast-flowing, deep, very cold or currented water. Think rough seas, reservoirs and canals.
💉 Ensure their vaccinations are up to date
Leptospirosis is spread through contaminated water (usually with rats) and also be vigilant around water containing algae (blue-green) which is highly toxic.
💧Be mindful of seawater
Dogs often unintentionally gulp large mouthfuls of salt water when fetching a ball, for example. Be sure they are staying hydrated and try to keep playing fetch to the sand!
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☀️ It can sometimes be difficult to keep our pets entertained during the hottest parts of the day.
If you are walking early in the morning and later in the evening to avoid heat and peak sun times, whilst that is best for your pet, you may find they become restless in the middle of the day.
Providing enrichment will be the perfect boredom buster! There are so many ways to keep your pets entertained which doesn’t necessarily mean buying a new puzzle toy.
You can try:
🎁 Hiding treats wrapped in a towel
🥕 Creating frozen vegetables
Comment below with any ideas that may be helpful for other pet owners…
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Here are some ideas for ‘cool treats’ for small furries during the warmer months!
💧 A frozen bowl of water (next to their usual water bowl). As it melts throughout the day, they have chilled water to enjoy!
🥕 Chilled veg! If you have any carrots, broccoli or bananas left over from the fridge, they make a perfect tasty snack. You can even pop cubes of them into the freezer first.
🍉 Create a pet-safe slushy by blending kale, ice and watermelon.
Let us know if you have any other ideas below!
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