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What are ticks and do they infest cats.

Ticks Can Transmit

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Ticks Can Transmit

 

Ticks Can Transmit 

Lyme Disease, a serious infection to both human and canines. Our Spring Newsletter has arrived and its crammed with advice on how to keep your pet happy and healthy this Spring 2020. The warmer weather is welcomed by most, but with it brings a host of parasites. Whilst fleas can be irritating, Ticks cause a much greater danger to both pets and their humans. Our Spring News explains the life cycle, the diseases they can potentially transmit and how to protect your pet.

 

What are ticks and do they infest cats.

 

Kennel Cough,

is a very infectious, but rarely life-threatening, respiratory infection that spreads from dog to dog wherever they meet. Our Spring Newsletter discusses the signs of kennel cough to watch out for in your dog and how to give your dog the best protection.

 

Your Guide To Handling An Out-Of-Hours Dog Emergency

 

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Rabbits, whether kept indoors or outdoors need space to exercise (with toys, tunnels and areas to dig), areas to hide, eat, sleep, stretch out and hop. Our Spring News provides some great advice on how to keep your bunny hoppy and healthy.

 

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We hope you have enjoyed reading our Spring 2020 Newsletter, if you have any questions on the articles mentioned don’t hesitate to contact our experienced team for further advice.

We hope you enjoy reading our Summer Newsletter.

Heat Stroke And How To Prevent It In Your Pet

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Heat Stroke And How To Prevent It In Your Pet

Our Summer Newsletter has arrived, it includes a few tips to keep your pet fit and well at this time of year. Keeping Cool! Paddling pools may help keep dogs cool and they should have free access to water at all times. Heat stroke is a common, and serious problem, learn how to avoid it here.

 

Heat stroke

 

 

Insect alert!

Bees and wasps are tempting to play with for both cats and dogs but will deliver a nasty sting if provoked! These are painful and can cause sudden swellings on faces or paws. Most stings will benefit from prompt veterinary attention. Find out some of the other hazards to watch out for in our Summer News.

 

Picture credit: USDA Agricultural Research Service

Picture credit: USDA Agricultural Research Service

 

Guinea pigs can live in or outdoors

but it is important they have enough space to run and play. Our Summer Newsletter discusses some of the things you need to be aware of to keep your piggies happy and healthy. They are susceptible to mite infections, the signs to watch out for are included here.

 

It is important to check them at least once a day.

It is important to check your guinea pig at least once a day.

 

We hope you enjoy reading our Summer Newsletter, if you have any questions on the items mentioned contact our friendly team for further advice.

 

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Our Winter News has arrived!

Winter weight worries!

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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 so easy to gain weight, loosing it isn’t nearly so easy! Our Winter Newsletter explains how to monitor your pets weight, looking for a waist line and the problems that obesity can lead to.

 

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Festive alert:

Pieces of string, tinsel and bones from turkeys should be kept well out of reach to avoid an intestinal blockage and the possible need for life saving surgery. Our Winter Newsletter offers advice on how to avoid a Christmas calamity and keep your pet safe during this festive period.

 

 

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Does your golden oldie slow down when the cold weather hits? 

Cold winters can make your pet’s joints stiff and painful. Our Winter Newsletter explains which joints are most susceptible to arthritis, the signs to watch out for and the things you can do to help your pet if they are getting a little stiff in their old age. Ever considered a Doggy Swimming Pool – believe it or not – these places are becoming more and more popular and they are great for burning calories whilst not stressing out sore joints. Contact our friendly team if you think this could be beneficial to your pet!

 

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Have you ever wondered where fleas go for a winter holiday? 

Sadly, the answer is – your home! Did you know that once the weather starts to cool this can be the worst time of year for flea infestations. Our Winter Newsletter explains what invites them into your home and what makes it seem like they appear out of nowhere. If you don’t want any extra visitors in your home over the festive period contact our friendly team to get protection for your pet and your home.

 

Our Winter Newsletter has arrived, it is jam packed with advice to help you and your pet avoid a Christmas calamity over the festive period. If you have a query on anything mentioned give our friendly team a call and they will be able to help you.

 

Our Autumn Newsletter has arrived!

Autumn Alert!

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   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 bad at letting us know just how sore they are.

 

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Rabbits – What’s up doc?

Our Autumn newsletter discusses the signs to watch out for in your pet rabbit. From feeding to infectious diseases, its all included. We love seeing rabbits here at Young Vets so if you have any queries on the article please don’t hesitate to get in contact!

 

Autumn news

Autumn newsletter.

 

Wasps and Bees

are coming to an end of their summer lives and are often pretty slow, which makes them irresistible play things for dogs and cats. Our Autumn newsletter explains the signs of a sting to watch out for on your pet.

 

Our Autumn newsletter has arrived! It has lots of practical advice to keep your pets happy and healthy this Autumn 2018.

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