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Monthly Archives: August 2011
“The Vet Says……” – Antifreeze Poisoning in Cats and Dogs
As this glorious summer comes to an end, no doubt many of you will be making things are ready for winter. Salt for the path, carrot for the snowman’s nose and of course antifreeze for the car. But beware, antifreeze … Continue reading
Posted in Cats, Dogs, General, Interesting, Poisons, The Vet Says
Tagged Animal health, antifreeze, Basildon vets, Cat safety, cats, Cherrydown Vets, dog safety, Dogs, pet poison, poison, stanford le hope vets, vet, veterinary, Wickford vets
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“The Vet Says……” – Myxomatosis in Rabbits
Perhaps one of the most well known animal diseases, it has had much publicity since it decimated the rabbit population after introduction to the UK in the early 1950’s. So virulent is the disease that 95% of rabbits in the … Continue reading
The Vet Says…Curiosity killed the dog: Lungworm – know the facts
Unlike most worms that dogs can become infected with in the UK, lungworm is potentially fatal. Lungworm is on the increase in dogs in the UK, it has spread over large areas over the UK, including Essex. We believe … Continue reading
Posted in Dogs, The Vet Says
Tagged Animal health, Basildon, Basildon vets, Cherrydown Vets, Dogs, Infestation, Jonathan Nurse, Lungworm, Slugs, Snails, The Vet Says, veterinary, Wickford vets
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Job Alert: We’re looking for a new member for our team! (Receptionist)
We’re looking to recruit a part-time Receptionist for our Wickford branch. (31 London Rd Wickford Essex SS12 0AH) The opening hours are Monday 5.30pm – 7pm Tues – Fri 5.30 – 6.30pm Every other Saturday 9 – 10am Although these … Continue reading
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Rat poison and dogs – best kept separate.
Dogs and rats really are on the opposite end of the animal spectrum. While dogs are considered to be ‘man’s best friend’ and treated like a member of the family, rats, on the whole, are resigned to living in the … Continue reading
Posted in Dogs, General, Poisons, The Vet Says
Tagged Basildon vets, Cherrydown Vets, dog safety, Dogs, poison, rat poison, vet, veterinary
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Xylitol – A commonly found compound that is poisonous to dogs
What on earth is Xylitol, I hear you say. It’s a product used in lots of sugar-free products such as sugar-free gum, drinks and sweetners. It can also be found in some cakes, chocolates & other produce where it is … Continue reading
Posted in Dogs, General, Interesting, The Vet Says
Tagged Animal health, Basildon vets, Cherrydown Vets, Dogs, essex vets, poison, The Vet Says, vet, veterinary, xylitol
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