Basildon vets warn about grass seeds and freshly cut grass hazards

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Cherrydown vets, with vet practice in Basildon,  vet practice in Stanford Le Hope and vet practice in Wickford, are to answer your questions about grass seeds dangers to your pet. It is the season when issues related to grass seeds are quite common in pets, especially for dogs that spend a lot of time outdoors. …

Guinea pig space requirements

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Did you know that there are guidelines for minimum space requirements for housing guinea pigs? We have pulled together some guidelines for you to ensure that your guinea pigs have the space they need to keep fit and healthy. When you’ve chosen your guinea pigs, it is important to consider the space they will require …

Ear mites in cats and dogs

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The ear mite, Otodectes Cynotis, is a mite that lives on dogs, cats, rabbits, and ferrets. It is typically found in the ear canal but can also live on the skin of your pet. Ear mites are caught through direct contact with another carrier animal. The mite may be seen as a white speck, about …

Bacterial skin infections in dogs

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Bacterial skin infections can have many causes, such as allergies. Regardless of the reason, skin infections require swift action by pet owners as they cause itching and pain. Some dogs are more vulnerable to develop bacterial skin infections than others. It’s important to check common areas like the paws, groins and armpits. Skinfolds are particularly …

Top tips for new puppy owners

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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 …

Neutering puppies and kittens

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Did you know…neutering can have significant healthcare benefits for your pet? Here are just a few of the benefits… Kittens It is usual for male kittens to be castrated from around four months of age before they start developing habits such as urine marking around the house. Female kittens come in to heat every three …