The daily walk forms an important part of our dog’s routine; a chance for them to stretch their legs (and ours!). As it’s something we do every day, we may not always be aware of some of the rules and restrictions in place when we wander through the park or woodland. It’s always best to …
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Announcing the winner of our photo competition
If you follow us on Facebook, you may have seen the photo competition we launched earlier this year. We asked you to share your favourite photos of your pets, with the winner – as voted by our followers – getting a photo shoot with Danielle Spencer Photography. We received lots of entries, and then had …
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Camping with your dog
Have your holiday plans this summer taken on a different look and feel? Are you swapping sunbeds and sand for…well, a field? Camping and caravanning is the holiday trend for summer 2020. Many campsites are fully prepared to safely cater for families over the coming months and the great news is, many are happy to …
Adopt a pet – save a life
If recent months meant you put your new pet plans on hold, you may now be starting to put the wheels in motion to extend your family and welcome a new member. Many people Google reputable breeders or consider designer dogs based on celebrity social media profiles, however, considering adopting a rescue animal can be …
Advice on helping injured wildlife in the summer
As we transition from lockdown, more of us are exploring the outdoors with our pets in the summer weather. With increased time outside, the chances of coming across injured or sick wildlife also multiply. If you encounter a wild animal in need, it can be hard to know what to do. Wild animals can be …
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Caring for your cat – an owner’s guide
Many of us are spending more time at home than we normally would, and you may be wondering if and how this may affect your feline friends. Below we have put together some useful hints and tips to help you create the perfect home environment, with some child-friendly activities included to keep both your children …
Braveheart – Bexley’s story
One of our canine patients, Bexley, got in a bit of an unlucky situation earlier this year when he got his legs trapped in a garden bench. The fire brigade were called in order to set Bexley free with the help of the out of hours vets who came out to give him a sedative. …
Diabetes Week – 8 to 14 June 2020
Know the facts, reduce the risk Spotting the signs of diabetes in your pets is crucial as just like us, our pets can suffer from the complex disease, but it isn’t always easily identifiable. During Diabetes Week, we wanted to raise awareness and share some advice about how you can help your pet by understanding …
Looking after your pet rabbit in the current environment
Having been in lockdown, and with schools closed for almost ten weeks, there has been a surge in parents getting rabbits for their children. The general docile nature of rabbits makes it seem like they can be looked after by young children with minimal supervision. However, there are many things to consider before welcoming a …
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How owning a pet can be good for your mental health
How owning a pet can be good for your mental health It’s Mental Health Awareness Week here in the UK, so we wanted to explore the connection between pet ownership and mental health. Thankfully, in more recent times, the conversation about mental health is more open and honest than ever. Members of the Royal family …
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