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Our vets in Milton Keynes share the secret signs of dogs and cats in chronic pain and when to seek help.
Learn how to recognise the signs of a urinary problem in cats and the possible treatments.
We are proud to announce that we have received the Investors in the Environment Green Award at our recent audit for our commitment to sustainability. We have a passionate green group determined to improve our sustainability whilst maintaining high quality veterinary care. Recent changes have included fully recyclable syringe and needle packaging, and thermostat controlled…
Our team at Milton Keynes Vets are sharing how to prepare your pet and keep them calm for fireworks and loud noises.
In August, a member of the public kindly brought a grounded swift into our Walnut Tree practice. Swifts are remarkable birds, spending most of their lives on the wing, but if they find themselves grounded, they are unable to take off again without help. On arrival, our team carried out an initial check and gave…
Important health considerations for new dog ownersChoosing a specific dog breed comes with plenty of considerations — temperament, size, grooming needs — but one factor that is often overlooked is the health risks that come with certain breeds. While some conditions are well known (such as hip dysplasia in larger breeds), others are less widely…
At MK Vet Group, we see pets every day who seem happy, active, and “normal” at first glance — but underneath, something else could be going on. There’s a group of conditions we often call in clinic silent sufferers — illnesses that progress quietly, without any big or obvious symptoms, until they’re much harder (and…
We know it sounds odd to say it out loud, but as vets, we spend a surprising amount of time smelling things. Not just because we have to (though, yes — it’s part of the job), but because smell is often one of the first and clearest indicators that something is wrong. Your pet might…
Our team break down the different types of lumps you may see on your dog and when to ask your vets for help.
At MK Vet Group, we spend our days doing everything from routine checks to complex surgeries, and we’ve seen just about every condition that animals can throw at us. But if you asked our team to name just one condition they wish pet owners knew more about — one that causes too much heartache because…