As we are approaching that time of the year again when we “remember remember the 5th of November” the team at Companion Care Vets offer some handy tips on preparing your pet for the loud bangs and flashes that come with fireworks. It is important to start thinking about desensitising your dog more than one or two days before fireworks night. Many pets are successfully helped through

11-OCT-2011

Now the weather has started to get cooler it is time to think about the pets that live outside. If you house your rabbit or guinea pig outside, now is the time to start preparing their accommodation for the winter months ahead. Ideally the best option would be to relocate their enclosure in to a garage or shed. If this is not possible then spare blankets or off cuts of carpet are excellent

14-SEP-2011

Fleas – in dogs and cats One flea can lay up to 1000 eggs, which will lay dormant in your carpets and floor boards until the correct climate for hatching is reached. Prevention is far better than cure so ensuring you keep up a regular flea and worm treatment schedule is important. Fleas cause irritation for your pet and an allergic reaction to flea bites coupled with excessive scratching

27-JUL-2011

Examining your dog– a how to guide at home An important part of being a responsible pet owner is keeping an eye on your pet in between visits to the vet. No-one will know your dog better than you and should you suspect anything is not quite right, don’t hesitate to ring your vet. Here is our guide to a quick and safe home examination of your dog and signs of illness to look out

05-JUL-2011

Pets benefit from having a chip on their shoulder! Over 900 pets go missing in the UK every day and sadly many of these much loved animals are not reunited with their owners. January 2012 - We have seen a number of news articles recently reporting missing pets being found and reunited with their owners, some after many years of being lost. This is great news and puts a really positive spin on

28-JUN-2011

Kennel Cough Coughs and colds is part of life for humans and rarely will a cough turn into a serious condition. However if your dog begins to cough it is time to seek immediate advice from your vet as Kennel Cough, whilst rarely serious, may lead to more serious health issues if not treated early on. You may think “kennel cough, but my dog has never been to and never will stay in

18-MAY-2011

We’re all going on a summer holiday…… Top tips for dog owners from pet healthcare experts at Companion Care Home-grown family holidays continue to enjoy their new found popularity this summer as more families opt to stay in the UK. For thousands of dog owners, this means an extra bag should be packed for their faithful friend – but not for the kennels, Fido will be

18-MAY-2011

LUNGWORM AWARENESS Slugs and snails …. not good news for  puppy dog tails! Have you ever noticed that your dog will consider eating just about anything? Even slugs and snails….. The lungworm Angiostrongylus vasorum (also known as French Heartworm) is a parasite that infects dogs. The adult lungworm lives in the heart and major blood vessels supplying the lungs,

05-APR-2011

Vaccination Amnesty May 2011 is National Vaccination Month Vet practices across the country will be offering a discount on vaccination for eligible cats, dogs, rabbits and horses to encourage pet owners whose animals are unprotected, not to cut back on life-saving healthcare. Companion Care Vets is taking part in the amnesty – visit www.nvmonline.co.uk to print out your voucher. Here we

05-APR-2011

Your pets’ first visit to the vet Getting a new pet is an exciting time for all the family As part of being a responsible pet owner you should have taken the time to research veterinary surgeries in your area and have your pets’ first visit  to the vet scheduled in your diary. As for what to expect, every visit will vary depending on your experience as a pet owner and

28-FEB-2011

The Cats Protection charity rehome and reunite 55,000 cats every year – many of this number are unwanted kittens Neutering – your questions answered Spaying or neutering a female cat involves the surgical removal of the uterus and ovaries or 'ovario-hysterectomy' Advantages •    Prevents the female cat from breeding and producing unwanted

24-FEB-2011

Spring Has Sprung But don’t sit back in the sunshine just yet – Companion Care Vets help you to keep your pets safe in the garden this season The clocks spring forwards, the evenings get lighter and we all embrace the joy of spring. Our pets, as much as us, enjoy the opportunity to get back to their outdoor roots but when preparing your garden, it is important to be aware of

22-FEB-2011