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The Dangers of Antifreeze
The dangers of antifreeze As the days get cooler, the use of antifreeze becomes more common and the risk of intoxication to our pets also increases. Although essential to keep our cars on the road, antifreeze is toxic to cats and dogs. It can kill them. Most antifreezes contain ethylene [...]
Weight Loss and Your Pet
The festive season is over and the New Year has begun. For many people, this is a time of year for making resolutions such as eating healthier or getting fitter. However, it’s not only our own health we can look at in the New Year but also the health of [...]
How to help your dog through firework season
Until relatively recently, Bonfire Night on the 5th November was very much a one-off event - so even owners with dogs who were afraid of fireworks could normally work around it. However, in recent years, Bonfire Night has given way to Fireworks Season, with pyrotechnic displays spread out over a [...]
Health checks; what are they, and why does your pet need one?
Some owners question why we need to have regular health checks for our pets, when we so rarely go to the doctor for regular health checks ourselves unless we have a chronic condition. The main reason is that pets cannot tell us when something is wrong! Many diseases occur as [...]
Summer hazards for pets
The blossom is all but gone and as the days get longer we are reminded of the lovely(ish!) summer weather. Unfortunately, along with all the delights of summer, come many hazards for our pets. By the end of this blog we hope you will be aware of all the hazards [...]
The Importance Of Parasite Control In Pets
Parasites are a common problem for pets, and with so many different parasites to protect against, owners may wonder if parasite control is really that important. To help you decide, we will discuss the most significant parasites and how they may affect the health of your pet, or even yourself. [...]