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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…
Learn how to teach your cat tricks and test their cognitive ability – share videos of your cat completing their tests with us on Facebook.
Typically in the summer months, although the weather this year seems unlike previous summers, veterinary practices will see cases of heat stroke due to them being exercised at times when the temperatures are at their peak.
Canine cognitive abilities are able to be tested – use our download to see what tests your dog excels in and have fun with them at the same time!
Animals infested with mites, will commonly present with skin issues such as itchiness, dandruff and hair loss.
Mites aren’t actually an inset, they are a type of arthropod (joint-legged invertebrates) related to Arachnida family.