by Aimee Hamilton | May 20, 2020 | Advice, Preventative healthcare
Guinea pigs …… they are endearing small furries and can be a delight to have as pets. Firstly they are awake during the day, which can make them child friendly. The memories as a child of waiting for your pet hamster to wake up before you have to go to bed, or the...
by Aimee Hamilton | May 18, 2020 | Advice, Cats, Dogs, Preventative healthcare
Neutering is the best way to prevent unwanted pregnancies, in both cats and dogs. Some owners may be anxious about making this decision on behalf of their pets. You may be concerned about possible behaviour changes, weight gain, or other health issues in their pet....
by Aimee Hamilton | May 14, 2020 | Advice, Preventative healthcare
Just like humans, dogs and cats may require a blood transfusion in serious illness or trauma. Examples of when our pets may need blood are: Serious collision trauma causing blood lossBlood loss during surgeryCancerClotting and bleeding disordersIngestion of toxins...
by Aimee Hamilton | May 12, 2020 | Advice, Dogs, Preventative healthcare
For some of us dog owners walking your dog can become a stressful event. As vets we often see dog bites on our canine patients from other dogs whether that has occurred whilst walking in the park, during play time and an innocent nip to the side or even within their...
by Aimee Hamilton | May 7, 2020 | Advice, Cats, Dogs, Preventative healthcare
As you head into the garden to plant some bulbs or improve your lawn or flowerbeds by treating the weeds, it is important we remind you that some plants and fertilizers can be toxic to your pet this springtime. Spring flowers with bulbs e.g. tulips, daffodils,...
by Aimee Hamilton | May 5, 2020 | Cats, Preventative healthcare
During this strange lockdown situation, we find ourselves in, as we are spending more time at home, for many this feels like a good time to get a new pet. Cats don’t all fit the same mould! Some love to be lap cats and enjoy a cuddle. Others are very independent,...
