Feeding and Nutrition

It is essential to feed pets a good, balanced and appropriate diet.  A good diet will provide your pet with the best start in life, take it through adulthood and help prevent age related disease when geriatric.     Whilst it is possible to produce a balanced home prepared diet ... learn more

Neutering

Neutering removes the sexual organs of animals in order to prevent breeding. It is usually carried out surgically under a general anaesthetic and in most cases is a day procedure. Although neutering is often thought of as a convenience for the owner, it can also provide great health benefits to the ... learn more

Grooming

Dogs require regular grooming. The frequency of grooming will depend upon the breed or type of dog; longhaired dogs require daily care, short haired dogs once or twice a week. The Hospital is able to offer advice on suitable shampoos and any skin problems or parasites you may notice whilst grooming ... learn more

Socialising of puppies

The most impressionable time of a puppy’s life is the first 20 weeks and in this time they should be introduced to many different situations and environments.  This is called socialisation (getting used to people and other animals) and habituation (getting used to the various sights and s... learn more

Microchipping

Identi-chips (micro-chips) can be used to identify all types of pets from Great Danes to tortoises. The chips are inserted under the skin, usually between the shoulder blades in most pets.  It is a relatively painless procedure similar to an injection.    The chips contain a bar cod... learn more

Parasitic Infections in Pets

Parasites are organisms that exist for the whole or part of their life on or in another animal. There are two types of parasites Endoparasites and Ectoparasites: Endoparasites: live inside the organism or animal include tapeworms and roundworms in dogs and cats Ectoparasite: ... learn more

Buying a new pet

Buying a pet is a serious decision and below are some questions to consider before choosing a new pet. All of them may affect your eventual decision and choice:   How much time can be spent with a pet? Who will take responsibility for the animal’s care? Are there any chil... learn more

Vaccination

Dogs First vaccinations can be given from 6 weeks of age with a second vaccination given at 10 weeks or older. This is followed by annual booster vaccinations to ensure continued immunity for your pet. Puppies and dogs are vaccinated against the following: Distemper (puppy course then every 3 y... learn more