Jun 11, 2026 | Cats, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Health, Seasonal
Is It Normal for My Pet to Scratch So Much? Every pet has the occasional itch. A quick scratch behind the ear or a little nibble at a paw is usually nothing to panic about. But if your pet is scratching, licking, chewing or rubbing more than usual, it is often a sign...
Apr 27, 2026 | Cats, Dogs, Parasites, Seasonal
Spring Check-Ups & Parasite Protection As the days get longer and the temperatures start to rise, spring brings plenty of opportunities for our pets to enjoy the great outdoors. Unfortunately, it also marks the start of peak parasite season. At our practice, we...
Apr 9, 2025 | Cats, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Health
How Can You Tell If Your Pet Has Fleas or Ticks? As a pet owner, keeping your furry friends safe and healthy is a top priority. Fleas and ticks can cause discomfort, irritation, and even serious health problems for your pets. Recognising the signs of an infestation...
Jun 28, 2023 | Cats, Dogs, Parasites
Where the worms come from and what to do Even outwardly healthy-looking animals can have worms, which can cause suffering, illness and sometimes even death if the infestation is great enough to block their intestines or cause severe anaemia. Depending on the type of...
Aug 2, 2022 | Cats, Dogs, Parasites
Fleas – putting your family at risk all year round Fleas are often considered to be a seasonal nuisance that are annoying for your pet, and annoying for you when you get nipped by one at home. But they’re a more serious problem than this, are a year-long threat, and...
Dec 7, 2021 | Cats, Dogs, Parasites, Pet Health, Rabbits, Seasonal
Ticks are external parasites, and globally they rival only mosquitos as carriers of disease. Their natural habitat is thick grass – fields, meadows, farmland and woods are all favourite locations. If you or your pet visit areas such as this, be extra vigilant. ...
