As Easter is approaching we will be enjoying the treats and flower that this encompasses however dogs and cats can become very ill if they ingest or come into contact with certain things. Chocolate During Easter we all enjoy eating some (a lot of) chocolate. Whilst for us it is a delectable treat, for dogs […]

The disease, which causes ulcers on the skin and kidney failure, has reportedly resurfaced in Preston. Anderson Moores Vet Specialists have confirmed three new cases of the deadly dog disease have been found in the UK, with one case in Preston. Alabama Rot is a potentially fatal disease affecting dogs which has been identified across […]

As the temperature drops and it gets dark earlier during the autumn months, it’s important to keep our pets safe. Below are some seasonal hazards to pets for you to be aware of… 1. Conkers While serious cases of poisoning are rare, ingestion can cause marked gastro-intestinal signs such as drooling, retching, vomiting, diarrhoea and […]

Conkers (seeds/nuts of the horse chestnut tree), may be synonymous with autumn but did you know that they can pose a serious risk to your dog if ingested. Conkers contain a poison called aesculin which is toxic to dogs. A dog would normally need to ingest several conkers to suffer severe poisoning. Clinical signs are usually seen […]

Here are some tips to keep your pet safe while you are enjoying your sausages and steak!!   [checklist icon=”fa-paw” iconcolor=”#39aa87″ circle=”yes”] Keep your pet away from the BBQ – pets could sustain burns from jumping up/on a hot BBQ.   Hot food swallowed whole can cause serious issues such as stomach ulcers.   Kebab skewers, […]

In these uncertain times we would like to reassure you that providing care for our clients and their pets remains our top priority. Our practice REMAINS OPEN FOR BUSINESS but as you would expect we are putting in place a number of steps to protect the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff and the […]