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MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH BEHIND THE SCENES This Months Health Awarness is, Anal gland emptying Many animals have anal glands: two small pouches that sit either side of the anus at 4 o’clock and 8 o’clock. They are emptied when a firm poo is squeezed out and contain information…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH BEHIND THE SCENES Poison Awareness Month: Protecting Your Pets from Hidden Dangers Poison Awareness Month is the perfect time to highlight common household items that can pose serious risks to our pets. Many everyday foods and products are harmless to humans but potentially life-threatening to…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH BEHIND THE SCENES Health AwarenessEar Disease Chronic ear disease in dogs, commonly known as chronic otitis, is a long-lasting condition that affects the ear canal. It can stem from a variety of underlying issues, such as allergies, infections, or structural abnormalities. This condition often requires…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH BEHIND THE SCENES Christmas Pet Hazard Christmas Pet Hazard – Number 1 Our first and most common pet poison is Chocolate. Chocolate contains a chemical called theobromide and some caffeine, both of which pets cannot process effectively. This leads to a build-up in their system,…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH BEHIND THE SCENES Vaccinations Routine vaccinations aren’t just about protecting your cat or dog from serious (and often preventable) diseases like parvovirus, distemper, leptospirosis and feline leukaemia — they’re also a vital part of keeping your pet healthy overall. When you bring your pet in…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH Diabetes Did you know, up to 1 in 200 cats and 1 in 300 dogs are diabetic making this a common hormone disorder. Diabetes is closely related to body condition score, especially in cats, where obesity can be the main cause of diabetes. Feline diabetes…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH Dates for your Diary…. Puppy Parties Thursdays 7pm : 8 May, 19 June & 10 July Blood Bank Clinic Sundays 29 June & 14 September For more information contact the clinic Canine Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s) Cushing’s disease is a condition caused by long term exposure to…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH Feline Hyperthyroidism  Hyperthyroidism is a hormonal disorder associated with excessive production of thyroid hormone. In more than 70% of cases, this is caused by a benign growth of both thyroid glands. In a minority of cases (1-2%), it can also be caused by a cancerous…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH Cats and Hypertension. ** IS YOUR CAT OVER THE AGE OF 10?? WE ARE OFFERING A FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK FOR YOUR CAT ** High blood pressure in cats, also known as feline hypertension, is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs in around 1 in…

MEET A TEAM MEMBER MONTHLY HIGHLIGHT STAR OF THE MONTH The dangers of obesity in pets A new study by the Royal Veterinary Collage (RVC) has revealed the scale of the overweight epidemic in dogs in the UK, with 1 in 14 dogs recorded by their vets as overweight each year. (Published by the RVC…