Keeping your dog safe whilst out and about this summer If you’re planning on getting out and about in the UK this summer, whether just for the day or for a longer period, we have some tips and advice for you and your pet.
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May and Spring Bank Holiday opening hours
With two welcomed bank holiday weekends in May, we wanted to let you know that our opening hours will vary from our usual times. Please see below our opening times and our out of hours contact information. May Bank Holiday 9am to 4pm Spring Bank Holiday 9am to 4pm Out of hours contact number(s). On …
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Neutering puppies and kittens
Did you know…neutering can have significant healthcare benefits for your pet? Here are just a few of the benefits…
The importance of parasite prevention
Parasite prevention is an integral part of taking good care of your cat or dog. Parasites also pose a threat to human health. Some pet parasites cause zoonotic infections, which means they can be transferred from pets to people.
Protect your pet from the sun
As we head into the summer months and temperatures start rising, it’s important to remember that your pets are most vulnerable at this time to many injuries and illnesses which are brought on by hot weather, including sunburn, foot pad burns, dehydration and the most dangerous of all, heatstroke. While heat stress is more common …
Going to the beach with your dog this summer?
With restrictions on holidays abroad, and ongoing updates to the quarantine list, many people are opting for a ‘staycation’ in the UK this year. If your summer plans involve a trip to one of our beautiful beaches and your dog is lucky enough to be joining you, here are some things to be mindful of: …
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Tortoise parasite prevention
Do you have a tortoise? If so, it is recommended to have a worm count carried out on your tortoise twice a year. A worm count can be carried out by obtaining a faecal sample, which can be tested in practice. It is common for tortoises to have a low-level worm burden; however, when this …
Easter opening hours
With Easter just around the corner, our opening hours will vary from our usual times. Please see below our opening times over the Bank Holiday weekend. 2nd April (Good Friday): 9.00am to 4.00pm 3rd April (Easter Saturday): 8.30am to 4.00pm 4th April (Easter Sunday): Emergencies only 9am to 12pm 5th April (Easter Monday): 9.00am to …
Tick, flea, and worm prevention for dogs
Your beloved dog is at risk of contracting parasites as they are ever-present in our environment, but you can keep your pet safe by regularly providing them with tick, flea and worm treatment. Ticks Ticks are related to spiders and have eight legs. There are several different ticks species, and they vary in size from …
Tick, flea, and worm prevention for cats
Your feline friend can always be at risk of contracting parasites with them being ever-present in our environment. However, regularly providing them with tick, flea and worm treatment is the best way to protect them, your home and yourselves from infestation. Ticks Ticks are 8 legged creatures related to spiders and are most commonly found …
