Keeping Your Pet Safe During BBQ Season
To ensure a paw-some barbecue experience for everyone, here are some top tips from our vets in Milton Keynes.

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To ensure a paw-some barbecue experience for everyone, here are some top tips from our vets in Milton Keynes.
Grass seeds in dogs can cause injury – learn symptoms, risks and when to seek veterinary care this summer.
Learn the dangers of internal car temperatures for dogs and cats and what to do if you see a pet in distress.
Few things are more upsetting than a pet going missing. Thankfully, microchipping has dramatically improved the chances of lost pets finding their way home. However, there are still situations where reunions are delayed or don’t happen as quickly as they could. As part of National Microchipping Month, Milton Keynes Veterinary Group is highlighting some of…
Microchipping is one of the simplest and most effective ways to help reunite lost pets with their owners. Most pet owners know the importance of getting their pet microchipped, but many don’t realise that keeping the details up to date is just as important. A microchip is only useful if the contact information linked to…
Read our article on what to do if your pet has heatstroke. Our guide covers what signs and symptoms to watch for this summer.
Ensure your cats and dogs are road-safe with the ultimate 2026 travel guide.
Hidden hazards in the grass around Buckinghamshire and how to protect your dog from park parasites.
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common but often underdiagnosed condition in older cats. It can occur on its own, but is more frequently linked with underlying diseases such as kidney disease, heart disease, or thyroid disorders. The main concern is the impact it can have over time. Increased pressure in the blood vessels can…
Here at MKVG, we are proud to provide sustainable surgery whilst delivering high quality veterinary care. We supply our team with washable fabric scrub hats to avoid single use versions, alongside reusable fabric gowns for the majority of procedures, which are autoclaved (sterilised) after use. We ensure that our recyclable packaging is kept separate to any clinical…