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Pet Blood Bank help collect and provide blood to veterinary practices to provide a life saving resource in emergency situation. So can your dog donate? For your dog to donate blood, they need to meet certain criteria set out by Pet Blood Bank. The reason for this criteria is for the dog’s welfare as priority.…
As they age, cats require some lifestyle changes. Learn from our vet on how best to manage these to help your cat stay comfortable.
Similar to humans, dogs have different blood types. This means if they require a blood transfusion they should receive the same blood type wherever possible. Dogs can be either DEA1 Positive or DEA1 Negative blood type. Most dogs in the UK are DEA1 Positive. As this blood type is most common, it means the stock…
In order for your dog to make a blood donation, they need to be ‘fit and healthy’ – but what does this really mean? So you know if your dog can donate, Pet Blood Bank have provided some clarity on this. While certain things will be picked up by your veterinary surgeon at a regular…
Our pets can be at risk of sunburn just like their owners! The risk is higher for those who have particularly short or thin coats, or those with light-coloured fur and skin. Areas where the skin is more exposed are most likely to be affected, and common areas can be on a pet’s nose, eyelids…
Typically, through early spring and into late autumn, wasps and bees are a common sight and our pets can be at risk of being stung. Normally one sting is likely to be painful, but generally not life threatening. If an insect becomes stuck in your pet’s mouth or throat, or if several stings happen, symptoms…
Firework season can affect all pets – learn how to help your dog keep calm with these top tips from our veterinary team.
During the warmer weather, keeping your pet cool is highly import. Some pets don’t realise the dangers of being a sun worshipper, and heat stroke can occur in minutes during high temperatures. Here are some useful tips on keeping your pet cool on the warmer days: Drinking Fountains Some pets may not like drinking from…
Grass seeds may be small and seemingly harmless, but in the wrong place they can cause a lot of issues. Grass seeds are typically attached to the tops of long grass stems, and are small and pointy in shape. They are often found in meadows and woodland during the summer months, and, as a veterinary…
During the summer holidays, many people will be jumping in the car to their holiday destination with their pets. To keep your pets safe on their journey and keep them cool, we have provided some guidance below. Travelling in hot weather Whilst you are on the road, it is important to keep the air conditioning…