Winter Has Arrived

14th December 2023

Our Winter newsletter has arrived and it is bursting with pet care advice for the cold season ahead. The shorter days and horrible weather can leave us battling to do our daily exercise. Weight gain can have some serious effects on our pets long term health, read our latest Winter newsletter and understand how to manage your pets weight from home without the need for scales.

Read our latest pet care blog here for our pet care tips and advice.

Festive alert

With Christmas on the horizon – it’s the time of year for indulgence and extra tasty food and treats in the home, these can sometimes be a little too tempting for some paws and claws!

Please make sure all family members and visitors take care to keep these tempting treats away from your pet, paying particular attention to chocolate, raisins, onions and products with artificial sweeteners in them. If your pet ingests something they shouldn’t over the Christmas period, don’t delay, use our free Pet Poisons checker here to find out whether you need to seek immediate veterinary attention for your pet.

For more seasonal pet care advice read our latest Pet Blog here.

Cold weather aches and pains

Arthritis is a common problem especially in middle aged to older pets. There are several causes of arthritis as discussed in our winter newsletter but the signs are usually the same. If you have an older pet, read here to understand the signs of arthritis – it might be more than just old age causing your pet to slow down.

Winter fleas – are your pets protected?

With the central heating going on, a quick reminder of what else likes the warmth in our homes – fleas!

Fleas were once thought of as a problem only in the warm summer months, however they are sadly, now a year-round problem!

Fleas can make their way into our homes in all sorts of ways; on our pets, on us, or just hopping in by themselves. Regular parasite protection on your pet and in your home can stop an invasion before it starts. There is a wide range of products available from tablets to spot on drops for the back of your pets neck – ask our vets next time you are visiting with your pet and we can assist you with parasite protection for your pet and your home.

If you want to help spread the cost of your pets parasite protection, have you considered our Pet Healthcare Plan ? Click here to choose a plan and payment date to suit you and your pet.