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Pet advice
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 …
The end of the summer holidays brings with it another change in home life for our pets in the Basildon area. When considering this change, we could put them in one of two camps: those looking forward to the peace and quiet and those dreading not being with us 24/7. If your pet falls into …
Like many people dread going to the doctor, the vet can be a source of anxiety for our pets in Basildon. Luckily, there are steps you can take to alleviate some of the anxiety your pet feels when it senses a vet visit is coming up. Preparing for your visit If possible, hold off on …
Does your dog come into regular contact with other dogs? Maybe out on walks, at the park, or when they’re staying in kennels? If so, we’d highly recommend a Kennel Cough vaccine or booster. And, with our new oral vaccine, it’s now even easier to protect your dog. Kennel Cough, or infectious tracheobronchitis, is a …
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 …
If you’re planning on getting out and about in the UK this summer, whether just for the day or for a longer period, we have some tips and advice for you and your pet. With so many dog-friendly campsites, holiday cottages, hotels and caravans available, your dog will enjoy the adventure just as much as …
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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 …
Your beloved dog is at risk of contracting parasites as they are ever-present in our environment, but you can keep your pet safe by regularly providing them with tick, flea and worm treatment. Ticks Ticks are related to spiders and have eight legs. There are several different ticks species, and they vary in size from …
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 …
From 16-22 November, it is Road Safety Week in the UK. This week aims to inspire the country to take action on road safety, promoting lifesaving and awareness around speeding. When walking your dog, you should be extra careful, especially around this winter season. For more information on how to make sure your dog can …
