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Welcoming your new arrival!

Welcoming your new arrival!   Welcoming your new arrival! Bringing a new puppy or kitten into the family home is a super exciting time. There’s lots of things to consider when bringing them home. We’ve included some of the important ones in our latest Pet care Blog from vaccinations to socialisation, microchips and worming. If youRead More

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Ear disease – is my pet affected?

  Ear disease – is my pet affected? Our pet’s ears come in all shapes and sizes and consist of three main components. Our Spring pet care blog has arrived and discusses your pets ears; How to check them, signs of infection to watch out for and potential underlying causes of ear disease.   IfRead More

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Chipping away!

Chipping away!   Did you know it is now law in the UK for any dog over the age of eight weeks of age to be microchipped? Whilst microchipping your cat isn’t compulsory at the moment, in England, it will be mandatory for pet cats to be chipped from 10 June 2024. If your catRead More

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Arthritis and your cat.

Arthritis and your cat.   Arthritis in cats is a surprisingly common and serious health concern, without treatment the pain will continue to worsen, particularly as the damp, cold weather starts. Recognising signs of pain in your cat can be tricky as they are very good at hiding the signs of struggling and discomfort. ButRead More

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Keeping your pet cool.

Keeping your pet cool.   Summer is here and so is the heat! Our Summer Pet Blog is busting with top tips to keep your pet cool during the summer heat. Be the first to read it here. It’s not just cats and dogs that can be affected by the heat, rabbits, guinea pigs andRead More

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Pet Behaviours: Dog Marking Territory

Pet Behaviours: Dog Marking Territory Have you ever wondered why your dog is rubbing their face against the side of your sofa? It might seem like odd behaviour, but there’s a reason behind their actions; it’s often as simple as them marking their territory, but can also be a sign of health problems. Rubbing themselvesRead More

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Can you pinch an inch?!

Can you pinch an inch?! Can you pinch an inch?! With pet obesity becoming increasingly common, it is wise to know the additional strain that carrying these extra pounds can put on your pets body. Our Spring News, discusses how to visually assess your pets weight from home, the problems associated with pet obesity and how to helpRead More

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