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Our Winter Pet Blog has arrived

Our winter Pet Blog has arrived be the first to read it here. With the onset of wintry walks and Christmas on the horizon we take a closer look at the things to be mindful of, as a pet owner at this time of year.

A reminder that chocolate, grapes, raisins and food with artificial sweetener included can be toxic to pets when consumed. If your pet ingests something they shouldn’t over the festive season visit our free pet poisons checker for advice on whether to seek urgent medical treatment for your pet.

Winter walkies,

We have all felt the lack of motivation to go for that dark winter walk with your dog but do know know the long term health risks associated with your pet carrying excess weight. Our Winter Pet Blog explains the range of health conditions caused by excess weight and how to take an unbiased assessment of your pets waist line at home, without the need for scales.

Did you know fleas love central heating almost as much as your cat does!

Our Winter pet blog discusses the life cycle of the flea and how they hitch a ride into your home, the key is PREVENTION!

If you need a helping hand to keep up to date with your pets parasite protection, have you considered our Healthcare Club? Our club offers affordable, monthly payments on a date that suits YOU in exchange for your pets annual booster vaccination, two health examinations, parasite protection, nail clipping plus a 10 % discount off all other products and services we offer.

Join our club today and start saving on your pet care costs here.

Cold weather aches and pains,

Is it old age or something else? Our Winter News discusses the common condition Arthritis. Our pet blog discusses the range of potential causes, the signs to watch out for, how we can diagnose the condition and most importantly what you can do at home to help support your pet at home if they are diagnoses with this uncomfortable condition.

If you have concerns about your pet, do not hesitate to contact our team for more advice and to arrange an examination on your pet.

We hope you enjoy reading our latest pet blog, if you have a question on any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to ask our team for further advice.

Introducing a pet into the family

Introducing a new pet into the family is a lot of fun and also a big responsibility. We’ve produced a ‘to – do’ list, it includes all the pet care essentials you need to consider before you bring your new family member home. The list includes vaccinations – Has your new pet already been vaccinated? Or perhaps they need start a vaccination course? A visit to a new vet can seem a little daunting but don’t worry we have puppy and kitten packages available to protect your new pet from some potentially deadly diseases, ask our friendly team today.

Spring has Sprung!

Spring has Sprung, its time to start getting out and about and back in your garden but are you aware of the pet hazards that could be lurking outdoors? Our Spring Pet Blog discusses the outdoor dangers that could result in a trip to the vets. Understand more about what to watch out for in your garden, read about it here.


Pet obesity – is your pet suffering?

Sadly, pet obesity is becoming more and more common, our Spring Pet Blog explains the extra demands that are placed on your pet when they are carrying more weigh than they should be. Also included, how to access your pets weight from home without the need for scales.

The good news is all of our surgeries offer FREE weight checks for your pet. Phone our friendly teams today and we can give you a suitable time to pop in, weigh your pet and if you need a little extra support, we can refer your to one of our nurses for diet and exercise advice tailored to your pets individual needs.

We hope you enjoy reading our latest Pet Blog, if you have a query regarding any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to contact us for more advice.

Don’t forget – Our Pet Healthcare Club is open and still welcoming new members. Our Healthcare Clubs allow you to spread the cost of your vet care essentials across affordable payments on a date that suits you! All plans include monthly parasite protection, annual booster vaccinations and health checks, nail clips, anal gland expression plus a 10 % discount off all other products and services we provide. Sign up today and pay no joining fee.

Dietary dilemmas – choosing the correct diet!

Dietary dilemmas – choosing the correct diet!

The choice of dog and cat foods out there are vast and choosing the correct diet for your pet can seem overwhelming. Our Autumn Pet News discusses the different types of diets available to your pet, the choice can seem endless, but the most important thing is to choose a diet that suits YOUR pet and feed the correct quantities to help your pet maintain a healthy weight.

To neuter is cuter!

Our Autumn Pet News discusses the range of benefits that come with neutering your pet, hint, there’s A LOT more benefits than you might think! Neutering is an important decision to be made for your pet, if you wish to discuss it further please do not hesitate to speak to our friendly team at your pets next appointment.

Did you know we offer keyhole surgery for neutering your female dog at our Ealing surgery, please drop our team an email for further information.

Fireworks are coming, are you prepared?

Fireworks season is almost upon us, if your pet has anxiety around fireworks the most important piece of advice is to BE PREPARED! Our Autumn Pet News offers some top tips on how to keep your pet safe and cope with the loud bangs and numerous displays that light up the skies at this time of year.

We hope you enjoy reading our latest Pet News if you have a query on any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to discuss it at your pets next appointment or drop our friendly an email for further information.

P.S. Have you seen our pet symptom checker? Are you unsure whether to book a consultation? Visit our free symptom checker today for advice on your pet’s individual condition.

Spring parasites: is your pet affected?

Spring parasites: is your pet affected?

Spring parasites: is your pet affected? Our Spring Newsletter has arrived, be the first to read it here. Spring is here in full bloom, as we enjoy the warmer weather, it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for those pesky parasites that are also enjoying the warmer climate too! Our Spring News takes a closer look at fleas and ticks and how to prevent them hitching a ride on your pet.

Ticks and your pet.

Sticks get bad press for a very good reason.

With the warmer weather meaning longer walks for you and your canine, we want to warn you about the dangers of throwing sticks for your dog. Our Spring News explains the dangers of throwing a stick and the truly awful damage it can cause, understand more here.

Our Spring 2022 Newsletter has arrived, be the first to read it here. If you have a question in relation to any of the articles mentions, please do not hesitate to contact our team via email or ask our friendly team at your pets next visit, for further advice.

Covid – 19 – Has It Affected Your Pet?

Covid – 19 – Has It Affected Your Pet?

 

Covid – 19 – Has It Affected Your Pet?

The early experiences a puppy or kitten has with people and their surroundings has a huge impact on their behaviour and personality for the rest of their lives. Our Spring News Blog talks through how a rescue centre or good breeder can help the socialisation process with your pet. If Covid has effected your pets socialisation, do not hesitate to seek help from a vet or qualified behaviourist.

 

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How the heart pumps

Our Spring news explains how a healthy heart  works and the different heart conditions that can effect your pet. Older cats are at an increased risk of developing a condition where the heart muscle excessively enlarges in size. The signs of heart disease are explained in our Spring News Blog, the good news is both our Ealing and Hounslow surgeries have the facilities to offer ultrasound scans of your pets heart to help diagnose a condition. Contact our team if you have concerns about the articles mentioned and your pet.

 

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Lungworm awareness!

The warmer Spring weather provides the perfect opportunity for parasites to start spreading onto your pet and into your home. Lungworm is a parasite effecting dogs and foxes, it can cause significant disease and in some cases, it can be fatal. Our Spring News discusses how your dog can become infected, and more importantly how simple prevention can be. The good news is Lungworm protection is automatically included in our Dog Pet Healthcare Club, find out more here.

 

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We hope you have enjoyed reading our Spring News Blog, if you have a question on any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to discuss it further with one of our vets at your pets next appointment or drop us an email on admin@youngvets.co.uk

We are passionate about pets – almost all of our vets, nurses and receptionists are pet owners – we love them too! If you and your pet are not yet registered with our surgery, please click here to register online we can’t wait to meet you and your pet soon.

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Fireworks season is coming, is your pet prepared

 

Fireworks season is coming, is your pet prepared

 

Fireworks season is coming, is your pet prepared

Whilst so much has changed over the past few months following the pandemic, it is likely that the fireworks will continue to plague the live of many pets. Our Autumn 2020 News offers some great advice on how to keep your pet anxiety free this fireworks season.

 

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Checking for fleas,

Whilst it is often difficult to find live fleas, specks of flea “dirt” in your pets coat point to a  problem. Whilst we have been in lockdown, sadly these pesky parasites haven’t. Our Autumn News 2020 takes a look at the biggest offenders and what you can do to protect your pet and your home this Autumn.

 

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Autumn aches

It’s important to understand that arthritis cannot be cured, but our Autumn News gives some top tips on how to make life more comfortable for an arthritic pet. If you think your pet is showing signs of arthritis please do get in touch with our experienced team for an assessment on your pet.

 

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We hope you’ve enjoyed reading our Autumn 2020 News, if you have concerns about any of the articles mentioned or your pet, do not hesitate to contact our friendly teams at one of our four West London surgeries.

 

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Easter Alert!

 

Easter Alert!

 

With Spring around the corner, we can all look forward to some warmer weather and Spring walks. With this in mind, we’ve put together some seasonal tips in our Spring Newsletter.

 

 

 

Lilies & cats

With Mothering Sunday on the horizon, be aware of lilies in the flower bouquets. All components of the plant are toxic to cats and there can be a delay between cats ingesting lilies and the kidney problems that follow. If you suspect your feline friend has been in contact with lilies please do not hesitate to contact the surgery for more help and advice.

Be Worm Aware!

 

 

Many people believe that if their pet had worms they would know, sadly this is NOT always the case. Our Spring Newsletter explains the signs to watch out for and the major types of worms to be aware of. Did you know that you can catch some types of worms from your pet – another reason to regularly worm your pet.

 

 

 

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Hyperthyroidism is more common than you might think.

 

 

Sometimes symptoms are missed or referred to as just ‘Old Age’. The good news is, diagnosis is fairly simple and there are different treatment options available to suit the individual patient. Our Spring Newsletter explains the common signs to watch out for in your older feline and what to do if your teenage cat is acting a bit suspicious.

 

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We hope you enjoy reading our Spring Newsletter, if you have any queries or concerns about any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to contact our experienced team for more information.

 

 

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Blocked Bladders – Is It A Pet Emergency?

 

 

Blocked Bladders – Is It A Pet Emergency?

 

Blocked Bladders – Is It A Pet Emergency?

 

Cats can frequently suffer from cystitis, especially when they are stressed. Understand the signs of stress in your cat here. If your male cat is struggling to urinate or cannot go at all this is a Pet Emergency, do not delay, contact our experienced team for advice and treatment. Knowing when your pet needs to be seen as an emergency is an important decision for many owners. Generally, cats are good at keeping themselves out of trouble but occasionally serious problems do occur – Our blog below gives you a few things to watch out for. 

 

 

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Chipping away!

 

Having your pets microchipped is absolutely vital! It’s not just cats and dogs that we recommend microchipping, rabbits, tortoises and ferrets can sneak away when your not watching! Our Autumn News explains the microchip procedure (don’t worry its really quick and simple!) and how microchips can link you and your pet together should the worst happen!

 

 

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Arthritis – is your pet affected?

 

Anyone with arthritis knows that chills can get in your joints, and the same is true for our pets. Our Autumn News discusses the signs of arthritis to watch out for in your pet, although it cannot be cured, there is a wide range of treatment options available to help reduce the soreness and pain. If your older pet has slowed down recently, perhaps they are not going up and down the stairs quite as quick as they used too? A health check with one of our experienced team members will be beneficial for your golden oldie.

 

 

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We hope our Autumn News has explained some of the challenges that come with the cooler season. If you have any questions on the articles mentioned don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team for more help and advice.

 

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Grass awns – a summer problem to watch out for.

Grass awns – a summer problem to watch out for.

A summer problem – the grass awns of the meadow grasses are easily trapped in the coats of pets, especially dogs. Understand more about the damage these can cause in your pet. Also included in our Summer News – Stick to dog toys! Most vets and nurses have seen stick injuries to dogs, understand the safety of using a dog toy rather than a stick.

 

 

Stick to dog toys!

Stick to dog toys!

Dental disease is painful – Could your pet be suffering?

Dental disease is painful, causes tooth loss, and infections can spread throughout the body – potentially causing significant organ damage. Our Summer News explains the signs to watch out for in your pets. The good news is that if gum problems are identified at an early stage, a combination of a scale and polish and ongoing home care can make a real difference to your pet’s oral health.

 

Gum problems can be treated if they are identified at an early stage,

Gum problems can be treated if they are identified at an early stage.

 

Keeping cool!

It is vital to ensure your pet keeps cool in hot weather. From sunburn and heatstroke, to flystrike our Summer News offers some top advice on how to keep your pet cool this Summer 2019!

 

It is vital to ensure your pet keeps cool in hot weather.

It is vital to ensure your pet keeps cool in hot weather.

 

We hope you enjoying reading our Summer Newsletter. If you need any further advice don’t hesitate to contact our knowledgeable team for further advice.

 

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Vaccinating Your Puppy.

 

Vaccinating Your Puppy.

Vaccination is a vital step in protecting your puppy from several diseases which can prove to be fatal if the puppy is left unprotected. The prevalence of these diseases will vary from country to country and so the essential vaccines that your puppy will get will be different in the UK compared to other countries.

The key diseases that your puppy will be vaccinated against are Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza and Parvo virus. Puppies can have antibodies passed on to them from their mother in the early stages of life that will help to protect them initially but as these antibodies start to wane it is important that we support your puppy in developing their own protective antibodies so that they have a head start in fighting off these diseases if they are ever exposed to them. Vaccination not only protects the individual pet but also acts to help prevent the spread of the disease with the longer-term aim of eradicating the disease.

 

 

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As your puppy’s immune system is relatively immature in early life, here at Young Vets we recommend giving two injections as part of the puppy vaccination schedule in order to stimulate the immune system to produce the level of antibodies that will provide protection. The vaccination course that your puppy gets is often referred to as the primary course which is then boostered at its annual health check.

 

The interval between the vaccinations will vary depending on the brand of vaccine, one of our friendly team will advise you on the interval rate (it is usually around 2 – 4 weeks apart). I am sure at this stage you are very keen to bring your puppy out but we would advise that you refrain for a given period before doing so. Our team will advise you on the duration, this vary depending on the vaccine used and the age at which your puppy received its second injection. The reason for this advice from our team is not to be a party pooper, but more to do with the gradual response by your puppy’s immune system to produce antibodies to the protective level.

 

 

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Why are vaccinations so important?

 

So, what should you expect when you go to your vet for your puppy’s first vaccination?

 

Remember it can be overwhelming for a new owner as well as your puppy, so in preparation you could write out any questions you have in advance of the visit so that you ensure you leave with all the answers to your questions.

 

Although your visit to the vet is with the intention of getting your puppy vaccinated, it is important to be aware that this visit is primarily seen as a health check which will lead to administering of the vaccination. It is important that your puppy is healthy so that its immune system can respond optimally to the vaccination to produce the protective levels of antibodies. If your puppy is not in full health our veterinary team will address the ailment and advise that you come back at a later time to start the vaccination course.

 

To ensure your puppy is in full health or to check the health status of your pup, our vets will check many different things throughout the consult. They will often start with a physical examination to check your puppy, starting at its head and working back. In this process, your vet is checking for any conformational/genetic abnormalities e.g. cleft palate, heart murmurs or hernias. If you have a male puppy they will also check to determine if the testes have descended. They will also check the temperature to ensure that your puppy is not showing any early signs of illness.

 

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Puppy Vaccinations

Following the physical exam, our team may discuss a preventative deworming/defleaing program to ensure your puppy is not affected by any parasites in the short and long term. Following the health check, if your puppy is in full health, then our vet will then give the first vaccination. The needle is small but some puppies may react with a little yelp. Rest assured that the long-term benefit of vaccination greatly outweighs the brief discomfort your puppy may demonstrate.

 

On returning home you may notice that your puppy is quieter than normal. This can be quite normal given the excitement of the visit plus the fact that the body is responding to the vaccine and is working hard to produce protective antibodies. This can also lead to the puppy getting a mild rise in temperature which may result in it going off its food for a short period. This does not occur in every incidence but is worth being aware of. However, if this occurs and persists for longer than 24 hours please contact our team for further advice.

 

After your primary vaccinations, your puppy will continue to require vaccinations throughout its adult life but we will remind you for these when your puppy is around a year old. Our reminders are completely free of charge just let our team know what suits you best – Text, email or letter.

 

If you have a new family member arriving soon, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team about our Puppy Packs. These include everything you need to give your puppy the healthiest start to life.

 

This blog and images have been kindly supplied by petdialogue. 

Written by Edwina Gildea.