What is arthritis? Arthritis is a general term for abnormal changes in the joint. These changes occur when cartilage is worn away faster than it can be replaced. Cartilage acts as a cushion to protect the bones so when it is worn away the joint becomes swollen and painful. Signs of arthritis in dogs Hesitates […]
Adaptil – Dougal’s Story
Adaptil is a pheromone product – it is a synthetic copy of the dog appeasing pheromone which lactating mothers produce, which means that it makes dogs feel safe and secure, reducing stress and anxiety. Rebecca was keen to try it out on their dog Dougal, a 10 year-old fox terrier. Dougal has always been a timid dog, […]
Apoquel – Exciting News For Itchy Dogs
Itchiness is one of the most frustrating conditions for dogs, owners and vets alike. Itchiness can be caused by fleas, mites, and a huge array of allergies. Until now we have often battled to keep the itch under control; we know steroids work well but they often have unacceptable side-effects, with long term treatment making […]
New In-House Blood Testing
We are excited to announce that we can now do in-house blood tests! This means that we can test a blood sample on your pet in the clinic and have a result in 15 minutes. What’s even better is that the tests are cheaper than what we could previously have run through the lab! Biochemistry blood tests […]
Yersiniosis In Weaner Deer
Yersinia pseudotuberculosis is one of the most common infectious diseases of young deer and is one of the most common causes of death. The bacteria are found in the ground and water, being very good at surviving in cold, wet conditions. Outbreaks will occur when young animals are stressed (weaning, transport, bad weather, feed change […]
