Olivia, Milli and Elsa taste success at their first Crufts

Our very own client care manager Olivia Noble and her two pet greyhounds have had a real taste of success at their first Crufts competition. Special Release, also known as Elsa, placed third in the Greyhound Special Racing/Lure Coursing category and Special Milli, also known as Milli, scooped a highly commended award, coming in fifth …

Christmas and New Year opening times

BASILDON Christmas Eve:  8am to 1pm, 1pm onwards – Emergencies Only Christmas Day:  Closed – Emergencies only Boxing Day:  Closed – Emergencies only Thursday, December 27th:  8am to 8pm Friday, December 28th:  8am to 8pm Saturday, December 29th: 9am to 12.30pm New Year’s Eve: 8am to 5pm New Year’s Day: Closed – Emergencies only   …

Advice to keep pets calm during ‘fireworks season’

  We’re offering help and advice to ensure it’s not a time of year for pets to fear, with Halloween and Bonfire Night both on the horizon. Whether it’s trick or treaters knocking on doors, Bonfire Night revellers letting off fireworks or further seasonal celebrations up until Christmas and the new year, autumn and winter …

Be aware of ‘trojan’ dogs

The danger of ‘trojan’ dogs from abroad bringing disease, infection and even rabies into the UK has been highlighted by Kevin Wood, our clinical director. Kevin wants to raise awareness of the increase of stray dogs being rehomed in this country after being rescued from pet sanctuaries on the continent. He said the illicit importing …

Protect pets as temperatures set to soar

With temperatures remaining high and forecasters predicting a sizzling summer across the UK, we are urging pet owners to keep their animals safe. Kevin Wood, clinical director at Cherrydown, is urging people not to leave their pets in cars or conservatories during the hot weather. Kevin said: “Temperatures inside a car can reach 120 degrees within minutes …