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A senior vet is urging dog owners across Essex to be on their guard after recent reports of pets being attacked by poisonous snakes. Kevin Wood, clinical director at Cherrydown Vets, which is based in Basildon and has practices in Wickford and Stanford Le Hope, has issued the warning after a number of reported adder …
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A charity which finds new, loving homes for racing greyhounds once they have crossed the finish line for the final time is urging people to be aware of Adopt a Greyhound month. Olivia Noble, the founder of Peaceful Pets, is no stranger to ensuring the welfare of animals as she is also client care manager …
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As March 29th looms the future of the UK remains uncertain. There is a possibility that we will be leaving the EU without a deal. In the event of this the UK may become an unlisted or Part II listed third country this means the current EU passports may not be valid for pets travelling …
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 …
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We’re giving pet owners advice on how to look after their animals’ dental health as part of an awareness campaign from January to March 2019. We’re urging people to be vigilant when looking after their pet’s pearly whites, as dental disease among cats, dogs and rabbits is one of the most common problems dealt with …
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 …
We’re reminding pet owners they have under a month to act if they intend to travel to the European Union (EU) with their furry friend from the end of March. Kevin Wood, our clinical director, is urging pet owners to be organised with their preparations for foreign travel, should the UK leave the EU without …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
12 King Street
Stanford Le Hope
Essex
SS17 0HL
31 London Road
Wickford
Essex
SS12 0AW
