Helping Children To Cope With The Loss Of A Family Pet Losing a family pet may be one of the first deaths we experience as children. Children should be told the truth about their pet, and from someone they know. The death of the pet should be explained in honest, simple language thatRead More
7 things to consider before taking your dog swimming this summer Now that summer is here and the mercury is rising, it’s not just us humans who want to make the most of the warm weather. Dogs enjoy frolicking in the great outdoors, and what better way for them to cool down than withRead More
What are ticks and do they infest cats? A recent study found that 6.6% of cats in the UK are infested with ticks. So what are they, how can you protect your cat, and what is the best tick treatment for cats? Where are ticks found? Ticks are closely related to spiders, withRead More
Spring alert! Lilies are beautiful but very toxic to cats. Chewing the leaves or grooming pollen off their coats can lead to severe kidney failure. With Easter just around the corner, our Spring Newsletter discusses the common items in your home that are toxic to pets and the signs of poisoning to watch out for.Read More
In memory of Ruby. Xylitol and dogs – Do you know the risks? This months blog has been bravely written in memory of Ruby a beautiful Hungarian Vizsla, who has passed away due to xylitol poisoning. Her owner, Kate has kindly written this article to help spread the word – Xylitol kills andRead More
Winter weight worries! Our staff here at Young Vets understand that when the cold winter weather hits, the lure of a cosy sofa and central heating can conspire against us, leaving both pet and owner prone to putting on a few unwanted pounds. This is a problem because while it is all soRead More
We are pleased to announce our Autumn newsletter has arrived – Autumn Alert! Autumn Alert! Older pets will often feel the cold in their joints; becoming sluggish and stiff. Don’t ignore these signs, since arthritis is generally the underlying problem. This can cause significant pain but often our pets are very badRead More
Hyperthyroidism is a common disease in teenage cats, sadly sometimes, their symptoms are missed and referred to as just ‘old age’. Overactive thyroid gland (another name for the condition) is something we see quite regularly in older cats, the good news is diagnosis is fairly simple and there are different treatment options available toRead More
We all love the warmer weather and summer is a great time to be outside with your pets. Here’s a couple of seasonal tips to keep them fit and healthy: U V Alert : Pets with white noses and ear tips – particularly cats, are at risk of these areas getting sunburn andRead More
Our Spring 2018 newsletter has arrived. As the weather warms up, we’ve put together some top tips to help you keep your pets happy and healthy in 2018! Included in our Spring 2018 newsletter : Vital Vaccinations. It is important to keep up with annual vaccinations, the diseases we vaccinate against canRead More
