Neutering – Castration (dog)
Neutering in dogs can take place any time after 6 months of age, but we recommend waiting until at least 1 year of age or 18 months for very large breeds. This is to allow complete bone growth and development. Castration in males removes both testicles via a single incision between their penis and scrotum. […]
Virbac HPM Canine W1 & W2
Virbac HPM Canine WA (Weight Loss & Diabetes) To support the reduction of excessive body weight, and the regulation of glucose supply (Diabetes Mellitus) only in the case of associated obesity. Also for use with fibre-responsive colitis or lipid metabolism disorders (hyperlipidaemia). Key Benefits & Characteristics: Low in Carbohydrate: 23% High in Protein: 34% Dogs […]
Dog Weight Loss Tips
Obesity in pets is a growing problem! Helping your dog to lose weight can be difficult and a real challenge for some breeds, but we hope you will find the following tips and tricks helpful! Activity feeders Activity feeders are a great way to help your pet lose weight. They are a great source of […]
Pet fit club
The fun and effective way to help your pet live a happier and healthier life! Weight Matters! It is estimated that 59% of dogs and 39% of cats in the UK are overweight or obese. Obesity in pets is one of our biggest worries for our patients. Keeping pets at their ideal weight can be a challenge, but […]
Winter Hazards
In the winter months, there is a vast range of hazards that pet owners need to be aware of. Here we have listed some of the most common: Antifreeze poisoning The worst of all the winter-time chemical spills is antifreeze, which can leak from a car’s radiator. Ethylene glycol, as it’s officially known, is highly […]
Keeping your dog safe at night
As the daylight hours grow shorter, many of us find ourselves walking in the dark with our canine companions. Darkness impairs the senses of ourselves and our canine companions, something that can result in unfortunate accidents. Here are some tips to help keep you and your dogs safe in the dark evenings and early mornings. […]
Hazards For Pets in Autumn
The leaves have changed and there’s a chill in the air. But the autumn months do pose some hazards. Here are some tips to keep your dog safe during the autumn months. Conkers While serious cases of poisoning are rare, ingestion can cause marked gastrointestinal signs such as drooling, retching, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. The conker’s […]
Fireworks and pets
Be prepared and keep your pets safe! We humans associate fireworks with celebration. But for many of our pets, events like Bonfire Night, New Year, etc. are some of the most terrifying and miserable times of the year. Sometimes these celebrations come with tragic consequences. Some safety tips to help keep your pet safe during […]
Halloween safety
Making Halloween Less Spooky! Halloween is a fun time of year for us – however it can often be scary for our pets! It presents new experiences such as loud sounds, scary costumes and even new things to eat. We hope you find the following information useful in keeping your four-legged friends feeling at ease […]