We are closed today but call us like normal if you need us in an emergency!

We are closed today but call us like normal if you need us in an emergency!

Now that the left overs are dwindling... DON'T give the dog a bone! Ingested bones can cause a lot of problems and cooked bones fragment and splinter easily!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! We are closed today but call us like normal if you need us in an emergency!

Did you know your dog is as clever as a 2 year old toddler!

Check this video out! Dogs drink in a stranger way than you might think. ow.ly/A9we30hwNkS

The collective noun for pugs is amazing... It's a "grumble" of Pugs.

What is a kitten? A baby cat we hear you say... But, what about baby rabbits?! The name for rabbit babies is kittens but this is often shortened to kits.

Last week we had a dog come in with dew claws on its back legs... This isn't too uncommon and they can occur in different degrees ranging from just a claw to fully formed toe! Have a look at the image below which shows the variations you might see

Did you know the shell's of tortoises and turtles isn't just one bone?! In fact it is 60 bones all joined together. Have a look at the image below and you'll be able to see the joins...

Did you know... Dogs have 39 pairs of chromosomes (humans only have 23 pairs)

Cats only have a gestational period of about 2 months! 64 – 67 days to be a little more precise.

Calling all Beagles!!!! The 2nd Record attempt for the largest single breed walk is coming in April!

Did you know....? If never spayed or neutered, a female dog, her mate, and their puppies could produce over 66,000 dogs in 6 years!

Today marks the Chinese new year! This year it is the year of the DOG (Earth dog to be precise) Happy new year :)

Seventy percent of people sign their pet’s name on greeting cards! We hope your pet's name was on any Valentine's day cards you sent out!!!

Calling all Rachelophiles! Do you and you pet miss their favourite vet? Rachel is available for consults this Friday (a break for her from Maternity!) Give the surgery a call today to book your appointment

Remember to look after those paws in the snow!!! Beware of grit causing trauma to your four-legged friend's tootsies and make sure you rinse and wipe them down to remove it all after your walks. Try to avoid heavily gritted areas to prevent the problem too!

Keep your dogs and cats away from any Antifreeze. It is highly poisonous but tasty. Make sure you mop up any spills if you are using it!!! Call us if you have any concerns...

Did you know that, like their Porcine counterparts, male guinea pigs are called boars and females are called sows