Why is weight control important? Over half of all dogs and cats (59% and 52% respectively) in the UK are overweight or obese. This means every other consult with our clients could be with a patient who is too heavy. Overweight animals have a significantly reduced lifespan (by up to 2 years in certain [...]
Is playing fetch with our pups really such a good idea? We are often asked about the best types of exercise for our dogs: on-lead or off-lead; for how long; how far should we go? It's a minefield, right? Ultimately the right sort and level of exercise is different for every dog and owner. [...]
Most cats are happiest lazing around at home or in the garden - they certainly don’t stray far from food and cuddles! However, sometimes it might be necessary to take them out of their comfort zone with a trip in the car. Perhaps you need to visit the vets or groomers, or perhaps you [...]
Welcoming a new pet into your home can be a very exciting time for you and your family. However, it also involves a great deal of responsibility and commitment, sometimes for over a decade. To find the pet that is truly suited to your lifestyle there are a number of questions that you should ask [...]
Many assume that a pet with toothache will immediately go on hunger strike and will let us know that something is wrong. However, the truth is that most animals will continue to eat their meals as normal, even with advanced dental disease. The reason for this is simple: In the wild, there was no pet [...]
Growing up around pets creates wonderful memories, teaches responsibility and care, and helps nurture a love for animals. But pets can be costly and hard work. You, the parent, are responsible for making sure your pet is happy and healthy, not your child. For children, the novelty can wear off, leaving you as the [...]
Focus on Dental Health 20% off dental health products and work in November 2018 Just like us, our pets benefit from regular teeth cleaning. Throughout November, we are offering 20% off all dental procedures and dental health products in practice. Contact us to find out more on our amazing offer and to book your [...]
VacciCheck® Antibody Test Kit is a simple and affordable in-clinic titer test designed to monitor serological status and vaccination failure to prevent overvaccination consequences. VacciCheck provides reliable and accurate results in just 21 minutes! We are now the only practice in Belfast to promote and encourage, Vaccicheck. This is a Blood test that will tell [...]
Please be carefully over the next few days with the bonfires, keep your pets safe by keeping them indoors and locking doors when out. Especially pets that are kept outdoors make sure their enclosure is securely locked and keep a check on them when going out and coming back home.
