Talking ticks with Chris Packham
Vets across the UK are set to take part in the Big Tick Project, the largest nationwide collection of ticks from dogs in a bid to help scientists track what is feared to be a growing threat to people...
View ArticleDetecting Dry Eye
Dry-eye or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a common condition which reduces and eventually stops tear production. One in 22 dogs is affected and this figure is even higher for certain breeds.What...
View ArticleAn owner's story
“I don’t think people are aware of how much stress it can cause an animal to have Lyme Disease. It took three courses of antibiotics before she tested clear so the disease was a devil to get rid of.”...
View ArticleDry Eye is a painful condition
Dry Eye is a painful condition and eventually leads to permanent blindness. If not treated correctly, Dry Eye can compromise your dog's quality of life and affect their eyesight in the future. - This...
View ArticleVaccination Testimonial
For pets that stay in kennels or catteries, special attention should be given to exposure of infectious diseases like canine infectious tracheobronchitis (kennel cough), Bordetella bronchiseptica and...
View ArticleProtecting your dog against ticks
The options available from your vet to protect dogs against ticks include spot-ons (typically applied every 4 weeks) sprays, collars and oral chewable formulations which can give up to 12 weeks...
View ArticleThe Big Tick Project is close to my heart - Chris Packham
"Ticks can present a real threat to our dogs and so the Big Tick Project is close to my heart. I know people who have contracted Lyme Disease and I cannot begin to imagine how I would feel if my dogs...
View ArticleHow to remove a tick from your dog
DO NOT attempt to burn, cut or pull the tick directly off - If you do so it is likely that the mouthparts of the tick will be left behind. If you are unsure about removing the tick from your dog...
View ArticleTicks are unpleasant and a threat to health
Ticks are unpleasant in their own right, but they are also a threat to the health of your pet and your family. Ticks also spread disease, and as external parasites are second only to mosquitoes in...
View ArticlePet Diabetes Testimonial
With exercise, the correct diet and insulin therapy you can successfully manage the health of your diabetic pet. Microsite Pet Diabetes
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