Clarendon House Vets -Small Animal

26/08/2024

🐕 Today is National Dog Day! 🐶

Every day feels like National Dog Day when you are a dog lover - but today we are giving them some extra love ❤️ 🥰🥰 🐾

Share how your dog is celebrating with us below!

26/08/2024

🌻💐Bank Holiday Open Hours 💐 🌺

Please note that we will be open today between 9am till 3pm at our Galleywood branch.

Outside of these hours please contact VetsNow on 01376 530759.

22/08/2024

🌾 Grass Seeds 🌾

Grass seeds are more prevalent during the summer months. These dry tiny grass seeds can cause all manner of problems for your pet.

In the last few weeks we have seen a number of dogs being admitted to have grass seeds removed from their paws, ears and eyes. Seeds can also track in to other places like nasal passages.

If your dog starts shaking their head, sneezing or having discharge from the nose, licking their paws or has discharge or squinting of the eye then it could be a grass seed. If you are worried then please phone us to make an appointment.

How to prevent grass seed injury and problems

🌾 Try to avoid walking your dog in areas where there are long, flowering grasses during the summer months.

🌾 Some breeds can be susceptible due to their long coats. Dogs that have a lot of feathering between their toes, for example cocker spaniels, golden retrievers, springer spaniels etc. You can help your dog by clipping their coats as short as possible, including hair between toes and around ears.

🌾 After your walk, check your dog over thoroughly, especially between the toes and in their ears. You can often spot a grass seed lurking before it starts to embed itself into the skin of your dog.

17/08/2024

We currently have an elderly female tabby cat in our care. No microchip, found in Dorset Avenue in Great Baddow. Please contact us on 01245 353741 if you think this could be your cat. We will require photographic evidence as proof of ownership.

17/08/2024

🐈‍⬛ 🖤Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day! 🖤🐈‍⬛

Today we are celebrating our little black feline friends.

Did you know that black cats are actually the hardest colour to home from rescue centres?

Through no fault of their own, black cats are overlooked time and time again, as most people tend to choose ‘prettier' coloured cats. Even black kittens are left until last for adoption, while their more colourful siblings are chosen first.

Make sure to show us how your black cats are celebrating their day in the comments below.

15/08/2024

🙌 Heybridge Branch Open Hours Update 🙌

We are now able to offer our clients appointments at Heybridge on Wednesdays between 9am and 2 pm (from 21st August)

12/08/2024

Did you know that Saturday was national “Spoil Your Dog Day”. It’s a day entirely dedicated to spoiling our four-legged companions like never before.

So how do you spoil your pawsome pal? Let us know in the comments below and post a picture of your pal. 🐶

12/08/2024

‼️ HIGH TEMP WARNING ‼️

Temperatures are set to rise to over 30c today and our furry friends can struggle in the heat, so make sure they have access to plenty of shade and water and please do not walk your dogs during the hottest parts of the day so between 9-7pm

Signs of Heat Stroke -

🥵 Fast and heavy panting
☀️ Excessive drooling 💧
☀️ Increased pulse and heartbeat
☀️ Vomiting
☀️ Dark-coloured (red or purple) gums or tongue 👅
☀️ Excessive thirst 💦
☀️ Very high body temperature 🌡️
☀️ Weakness, unsteady or collapse
☀️ Seizures or unconsciousness

If you notice any of these signs then please contact yo vets immediately.
Check out our top tips here on keeping your pet cool a helping to prevent heatstroke: https:// www.thehealthypetclub.co.uk/heatstroke/

11/08/2024

It’s getting hotter everyone, especially tomorrow. Please be careful.

08/08/2024

🐈 Happy International Cat Day! 🐈‍⬛

Today is all about our feline friends - how is yours celebrating today?

Post your pictures of your purrfect pet in the comments below! 🩷❤️🧡💛💚

07/08/2024

🐕 Puppy party 🐶

A new group of puppies started our socialisation parties yesterday evening: Roxy, Maisie, Rosie, Milo, and siblings Phasma and Marvel. They were the calmest bunch we've had so far! We'll see if that changes as their confidence grows...

07/08/2024

🐱 Are you looking for a new feline friend? 🐱

Did you know that many one-eyed cats in rescues are overlooked through no fault of their own? These three cuties are keeping an eye out for their forever
homes! Can you see a space in your home for them?

Popeye - Male, 15yrs, long haired (Youtube link: https://youtu.be/l6xwQEAzH7o?si=MmaZbkk_bN2X3gpW

Leah - Female, 13yrs, long haired (Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/embed/gluUXR5iSzc?si=zXimscvsbtb_zrrY

Sir Vincent - Male, 10yrs, long haired Youtube link: www.youtube.com/embed/14KssXMpfYE?si=idrNkTczERE2VIiv

At Clarendon House we work closely with Cats Protection both in the practice and at the Chelmsford Adoption Centre, where these sweet little pirates and many others are based.

Please contact the Centre with any rehoming enquiries on 01245 478389 🐈‍⬛ 🐈 .

05/08/2024

05/08/2024

🐈 Meet wonderful Woody! 🐈‍⬛

This 13-year-old chap was hit by a car and was rushed in bleeding from his face. He was found to have broken teeth, a fractured jaw, and some (thankfully less serious) soft tissue injuries.

Once he had been treated for shock, the next stage was to remove his broken canine teeth and reconstruct his jaw. Tiny holes were drilled in the remaining bone and a strong suture implant was placed to hold the pieces together so they could heal. This was secured under his chin and left in place for 6 weeks.

A feeding tube was also placed to allow us to give medication and liquid food without having to disturb Woody’s sore face, but he soon decided to eat, and this was removed.

He is a firm favourite with all the staff, always ready for a fuss and head scritches, even when he was very poorly. He clearly doesn’t feel his age and is still looking to get into mischief. 🥰 🐾

Woody has now been signed off completely, and clearly thinks all this fuss about a “Pet Bravery Award” is a bit much!

01/08/2024

❗️Heybridge - phone line issues❗️

Our Heybridge branch is currently experiencing a problem with incoming calls. If urgent/emergency then please come to the practice. Heybridge is open until 7pm today.

Our network provider is working on this now to resolve the situations as soon as possible. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

01/08/2024

꧁•⊹٭ 🐱Information Evening 27th August🐱٭⊹•꧂

Did you know that our feline companions can suffer from high blood pressure (hypertension) just like we can?

If you would like to find out more about high blood pressure in cats, then join us for a client information evening on Tuesday the 27th of August at 7.30pm at our Galleywood branch. We will be a talking about hypertension - which cats could be at risk and how we diagnose/manage the condition.

Our vet for the evening will be happy to answer any questions you may have 🥰.

Refreshments will be provided ☕️.

Please note this is a talk for humans only, please leave your lovely cats at home 🐱

** As part of our feline hypertension focus, we will also be offering reduced price blood pressure screening for cats 8 years old and over for the next 3 months **.

꧁༺ 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱, 𝘀𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.༻꧂

30/07/2024

The Healthy Pet Club helps your pet to stay healthy and protected throughout all stages of their life

Vaccinations, parasite treatment, discounts on veterinary treatment and medicines, plus much more are all included to support you with giving your pet the best care

Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

26/07/2024

🛼🥊🚴‍♂️🏊🏻‍♂️Olympic Games 🥇🥈🥉

Today marks the start of the Summer Olympic Games hosted in Paris, the City of Love. 🇫🇷

Fun fact: a whopping 32 sports will be played at the
Olympics this year, with an estimated 45,000 volunteers helping out at the games.

Will you be watching the Olympics this year?Comment below with your favourite sport!

23/07/2024

‼️ WARNING - Scammers ‼️

We would like to advise everyone that we are aware of recent scamming attempts using our practice name.

In the event of your pet becoming lost and handed in to ourselves, we would never ask for you to pay for any treatment before you are reunited. We would invite you in to practice to collect your pet and discuss financial matters face to face.

We would like to state that if you receive a call from someone saying that they are Clarendon House Vets and asking for payment for your lost pet, please DO NOT give out any financial information.

We would NOT ask this before you are reunited with your pet.

21/07/2024

🚗 Travelling with our pets ⛴️

Our pets are part of the family and we want to share fun experiences with them – including taking them on holiday!

While this often results in great fun and wonderful memories, there are a few things to consider first. A bit of planning beforehand goes a long way towards making it a positive experience for everyone.

For further information on travelling with your pet in the UK, visit: vetcollection.co.uk/health/travelling-with-your-pet

If you are planning on traveling abroad with your pets, then you will require certain types of travel documents for example an animal health certificate or an export health certificate to do so. Please check https://www.gov.uk/taking-your-pet-abroad.

20/07/2024

Our goal is to help your pets live a healthy, long and happy life.

When you become a member, you’ll get full access to all the tools needed to give your pet the best care possible.

Your pet can be signed up in your local practice, or find out more at:
vetcollection.co.uk/health-plans-and-products/healthy-pet-club

19/07/2024

🐶 Heat stress in pets 🐱

Heat stress starts as a reversible condition, but if not managed it will develop to heat stroke, which is extremely dangerous.

If your pet shows any of these signs, they should be moved to a cool area and offered plenty of water to drink.

Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here vet collection.co.uk/health/keeping-pets-safe-in-hot-weather

18/07/2024

🐶 Why is Hot weather dangerous for Pets! 🐱

Unlike us, pets have no understanding that hot weather can be harmful. We control their environment, their access to water and their exercise, and they can’t speak up if they start feeling unwell.

Heat stroke can rapidly progress and, even with veterinary treatment, is often fatal.

Find out more about keeping your pet safe in hot weather here vetcollection.co.uk/health/keeping-pets-safe-in-hot-weather

17/07/2024

🐕‍🦺 Supporting Hearing Dogs for Deaf People 🦮

Deafness is rising in the UK; by 2035, it is estimated that one in five British people (over 15 million) will experience hearing loss.

Deafness can be a very isolating disability, so a hearing dog offers constant companionship and emotional support, giving deaf people the confidence to reconnect with their family, friends and community around them. This combination of practical assistance and lifelong friendship can be completely life- changing.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a national charity that trains dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds like the smoke alarm, alarm clock and even a baby’s cry. Their burgundy coats also act as a visual reminder to the public when they are out and about that their partner is deaf.

Just a small donation can make a big difference!

15/07/2024

We have had a male entire cat brought into us. Not chipped. Found Beehive Lane/Tile Kiln area

Distinctive facial markings. Photographic evidence will be required

If you have information on this lovely boy, please call us on 01245 353741

10/07/2024

⭐️ Oreo ⭐️

Handsome Oreo was in recently for a castrate and saw our nurse last week for a post-operative check. He was super relaxed in the consult room, rolling around on the floor and generally being adorable! Such a chilled out boy 😍

08/07/2024

💝 💐Thank you Day💐 🎁

Did you know that yesterday was “Thank You Day”. It is celebrated every year in the UK, offering the opportunity to give thanks and celebrate those who go above and beyond for us.

Share your appreciation below by tagging someone you are thankful for in the comments section! 🥰🥰

03/07/2024

🐶 Puppy parties - week 2 🐶

We had a mix of new and old faces at yesterday's puppy party. Nova and Daisy seem to have grown so much in just one week! We met 3 more beautiful puppies: Bear, Otis and Rosie. Bear and Daisy spent a few minutes cuddled up on our PCA Rachel's lap, so sweet 🥰 (Otis tried to join but there was no room!) 😍

29/06/2024

If you're looking to bond your rabbits, we have some helpful tips 🐰 💕🐰:

🐇 Ensure your rabbits' living spaces are near to each other but do not physically put them in the same hutch/run to start with. Make sure each rabbit has plenty of hiding spots if they want some privacy.

🐇 Help them get used to each other's scents by swapping some hay or a towel with their scent.

🐇 When they're ready, let them hang out together for short periods in a neutral area whilst being supervised. Don’t stress if they chase or nip a little. If things start to get too intense then separate them and try again later.

🐇 Continue to let them spend time together gradually, and introduce toys as they get more comfortable.

More helpful tips and information can be found over at https://rabbitawarenessactiongroup.co.uk/rabbit-welfare/companionship/ 💓 🐰