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Choosing your kitten – top ten tips

Choosing your kitten can be difficult when presented with  multiple  cute little ones to pick from.  Below are my top ten tips: Look for one with bright clean eyes, a clean nose and one that is lively. Runny eyes or frequent sneezing can be a sign of infection with cat flu viruses, which can beRead More

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Choosing a healthy kitten – top ten tips

Choosing your kitten can be difficult when presented with  multiple  cute little ones to pick from.  Below are my top ten tips:       1-Look for one with bright clean eyes, a clean nose and one that is lively. Runny eyes or frequent sneezing can be a sign of infection with cat flu viruses,Read More

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Dog nail clipping

Dog nail clipping is possible at home  but you need some knowledge of how to do it correctly. What type of clippers should i use ? These are the type that i use most commonly in practice, which have a scissor action. There are larger and smaller ones depending on the size of dog, generallyRead More

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Cat nail clipping

Cat nail clipping is possible at home, as long as you have a little knowledge. First of all what type of nail clippers should you use ? These nail clippers are the type that i use most commonly in practice, but there are smaller variations on this design that also work well. The type ofRead More

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Pet Smile Month

September is national Pet Smile Month, when veterinary surgeons around the country will perform free dental checks on your pet. During September 2010 owners may take their pets into participating Pet Smile Month Veterinary Practices and receive a complimentary “Pet Smile Check-Up” – a free check on their pet’s oral health. In addition the veterinaryRead More

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Are you worm aware?

  Toxocara canis is a common type of roundworm found in the digestive tract of dogs. The parasite can be found in the environment particularly in parks and exercise areas and can effect any type, age or breed of dog. Puppies can get the worms passed on from their mothers can become infected whilst stillRead More

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Killer Snails and Slugs

Dogs can pick up a dangerous disease from slugs and snails in your garden, called lungworm or angiostrongylus. It is being spread by foxes to the slugs or snails and if your dog eats a slug or snail, or even licks the slug trail it can pick up the disease, which can cause severe bleedingRead More

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