The fireworks season is nearly here and although this is an exciting time of year for us, the same cannot be said for our pets. As many as 40% of cats and dogs find the unpredictable noise and flashes created by fireworks frightening and very stressful, potentially putting their safety at risk. Here are some tips you can use at home to support your pets during this time.
The results of this year's Puppy Awareness Week survey show that as many as 1 in 3 owners may have bought from a puppy farm. Owning a dog is a life changing commitment - here's our advice for avoiding the puppy farm traps
Cruciate ligament injury is a very common cause of hind limb lameness, pain and arthritis in dogs. What is the cruciate ligament, how does the injury happen, how is it diagnosed and what treatments are available?
Is your pet safe and legal when they travel in the car? The penalty for driving whilst distracted by an unrestrained pet is a £100 fine and three penalty points – increasing to as much as £5000 and nine penalty points if the case goes to court! A seat belt harness, pet carrier, dog cage or dog guard are some ways of safely transporting animals in cars. Read on for more top tips on travelling safely with your pet
While we’re enjoying the lovely summer weather, all pet owners need to bear in mind how they can take some easy measures to keep their pets happy and healthy on the hottest days. Read our top tips on keeping your dog cool and safe from heatstroke
It’s the time of year that spaniel owners dread – grass seed season! The unique shape of the grass seed means they attach easily to an animal’s fur and burrow into the skin. Read on to find out how to deal with these prickly problems
This Rabbit Awareness Week (1st - 9th June 2019) we're sharing advice on flystrike - what is the disease, how does it occur and what can we do to prevent it?
Now you've met the team, it's time to explore what our veterinary nurses do in practice to care for our pets. Here are just some of the many and varied tasks an RVN can do...
During Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month we’re also taking the opportunity to introduce you to some other members of the practice team. We'd love you to be familiar with our job roles and be confident about who you are speaking with when you come in to the surgery. Maybe some of you are considering a career in the veterinary world and would like to know more about how to get started!
During Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month we’re also taking the opportunity to introduce you to some other members of the practice team. We'd love you to be familiar with our job roles and be confident about who you are speaking with when you come in to the surgery. Maybe some of you are considering a career in the veterinary world and would like to know more about how to get started!
Now you know how to spot our nurses when you come into the practice - but do you know who else is caring for your pets? During Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month we’d love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some other members of the practice team so you know what we look like and what we do. The veterinary profession is a real team effort where every role is important and every person matters.
This Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, meet Becci our Deputy Head Nurse, one of our registered veterinary nurses (RVNs) and learn more about what it means to be a Registered Veterinary Nurse
Canicross is becoming increasingly popular. What on earth is canicross you may ask? It is essentially running with your dog – many of you will already be doing this! Vet Harriet discusses her canicross exploits with Genghis the cocker spaniel and explains how to get started in this popular pastime
It's Pet Dental Health Month here at Severn Edge Vets. Did you know that brushing your dog's teeth is the very best way to avoid dental problems - and it needn't be a battle! Click to see our how-to video, with a little help from Digby the cocker spaniel
Has your pet overindulged over the festive period? Free weight management clinics are available with our nursing team - call your local surgery to book an appointment
Wishing you a very merry Christmas and a happy new year from all of the team at Severn Edge Vets. Please click here to see our Christmas opening hours and emergency contact details
