All of our staff here have welcomed beautiful little animals into their home at different stages, from tiny babies who need the initial round-the-clock care, adopted strays, right up to seniors who …
kitten care
Intestinal Worms in Cats
Your cat can be infected by a variety of intestinal worms. Regular worming is essential to protect your cat, and to protect your family. Some intestinal worms can be transmitted to people, and can …
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)
What is FIV? FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) is a potentially fatal viral disease that weakens the immune system of cats. Vaccination is recommended for all cats that are allowed outside of the …
Caring for Your Kitten
VaccinationHeartwormIntestinal WormsFlea ControlFeedingZoonotic DiseasesMicrochip & RegistrationDesexingSocialisation & TrainingPet Insurance To the proud new "parent", Congratulations …
Feline Nutrition
Feeding Your Kitten A high-quality balanced diet is very important particularly during your kitten’s first 12 months. A diet with the correct balance of calcium and protein is vitally important …
Nail Clipping for Dogs and Cats
Nail clipping is one of those tasks that some pets don't cope with too well. Not all pets need their nails clipped, but checking the nails regularly is important. A nail that grows too long can cause …
Bathing Your Dog or Cat
Note: All of these recommendations are for animals with normal healthy skin. Animals with skin problems need examination and veterinary advice. We may recommend different treatments for animals with …
Flea Control
Fleas are a serious health problem for both dogs and cats. Apart from the obvious pain and irritation of flea bites, fleas suck blood, carry other parasites and can also lead to a serious skin problem …
Teeth Brushing Guide
Start to brush your pet’s teeth as early in life as you can. It is easiest to teach young animals to have their teeth brushed.….. and prevention is better than cure1.Make sure your pet is relaxed and …
Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats
Dental disease is one of the most common problems in dogs and cats, but it often goes undetected. When was the last time you looked in your pet’s mouth? The problem is plaque, the layer of …