Christmas Hazards

hazards

We wish you and your pets a very happy festive period in Basildon. With lots to think about it can be easy to forget the risks that are associated with Christmas Hazards and our pets. Most of the risks are present all year round, however, we do see an increase in pets eating hazards materials …

Changes for Cherrydown out of hours and bank holiday coverage from 6 September 2021

Bank holiday infographic

During our opening times of 8.00 am – 8.00 pm Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Saturday and 9.00 am to 11.00 am Sunday, our team at Cherrydown Vets is here to look after your pet.  Our team of dedicated veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses and patient care assistants ensure that your …

Top tips for new puppy owners

socialisation

Tips and advice for new puppy owners As we get closer to COVID-19 related restrictions being slowly relaxed you’ll be looking forward to getting out and about more with your new puppy. Or, perhaps you’re thinking of buying a new puppy as life returns back to some kind of normal? Whatever your circumstances, we’ve put …

Protect your pet from the sun

heat

As we head into the summer months and temperatures start rising, it’s important to remember that your pets are most vulnerable at this time to many injuries and illnesses which are brought on by hot weather, including sunburn, footpad burns, dehydration and the most dangerous of all, heatstroke. While heat stress is more common during …

Tortoise parasite prevention

Tortoise

Do you have a tortoise? If so, it is recommended to have a worm count carried out on your tortoise twice a year. A worm count can be carried out by obtaining a faecal sample, which can be tested in practice. It is common for tortoises to have a low-level worm burden; however, when this …