Veterinary Advice to help you keep your pet healthy and happy

Chocolate Poisoning
Pet Insurance
Many pet owners are unaware of the risks to pets from eating chocolate. Chocolate contains an ingredient called "Theobromide" which dogs and cats cannot metabolise. It acts as a poison in their system and if enough chocolate is consumed they may die.

Pet Insurance
Pet Insurance
This year another one in three cats and dogs will need treatment for injuries or illnesses. Each of these pets will rely on their owners to pay for their treatment so they can be returned to full health. Pet insurance offers an effective way to plan for unexpected medical bills for your pet.

Fleas and your pet
Fleas on your pet
Flea infestation is one of the most common health problems occurring in cats and dogs in the UK. In a recent survey, just under 60% of cats and 40% of dog owners had noticed fleas on their pets. Almost every dog and cat will become infested with fleas at some time during their life.

Senior Pet Health Assessment
Senior Pet Health Assessment
We care about your pet’s health and want him/her to enjoy as long and healthy a life as possible without illness. We also know it is much less costly to detect problems early rather than to wait and treat an illness that may be more advanced later on.

Pet Nutrition
Pet Food
Cats require 41 essential nutrients and dogs 37. Years of extensive and continuing research into nutrition enable pet food manufacturers to ensure that prepared pet food provides all the nutrients that pets need. Vets confirm nutritional disorders have decreased and it is accepted that pets live longer healthier lives. Prepared pet foods have played a key role in this.

Choosing a pet
Getting a Pet
If you're thinking about getting a pet, you should read our no-nonsense advice on the responsibilities of pet owners. While we don't want to delay any pet going to a good home, we want to make sure that you understand all the required commitments.