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From recall to lead manners, our vets in Milton Keynes share how to get your dog’s training back on track this autumn.
Those little extras can add up more quickly than you think! A treat after a walk, a chew to keep your dog occupied, a few scraps from the dinner table or an extra handful of biscuits during training. It doesn’t feel like much, especially when you’re rewarding good behaviour or showing your pet a little…
Treating the infection is only part of the puzzle. If your dog or cat seems to suffer from ear infections repeatedly, you’re not alone. You might notice head shaking, scratching around the ears, redness or an unpleasant smell, only for the problem to return a few weeks or months after treatment. But why does this…
Welcoming a new puppy or kitten into your family is an exciting time. From choosing their name to watching them explore their new homeWelcoming a new puppy or kitten into your family is an exciting time. From choosing their name to watching them explore their new home, there is so much to look forward to.…
Our vets in Milton Keynes on adjusting routines in autumn for hamsters, rats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferret and other small pets.
One of the most common questions our team hears is: “I’m not sure if this is something I need to bring my pet in for.” Sometimes the answer is obvious. If your dog has collapsed, your cat is struggling to breathe or your pet has been seriously injured, they need veterinary attention promptly. But what…
Hearing that your dog or cat has a heart murmur can be worrying. The word “murmur” can sound quite serious, but a heart murmur is actually a finding, rather than a diagnosis. A murmur simply means that one of our vets can hear an extra or unusual sound when listening to your pet’s heart with…
Your dog comes back from a walk and suddenly they’re limping. They seem happy enough. They’re still interested in their dinner. They might even try to convince you that they are perfectly capable of chasing a ball. So is it okay to wait and see? Sometimes a limp is caused by something relatively simple, such…
Signs of pain in pets aren’t always obvious. Here’s how to spot the subtle behavioural changes that are easy to miss.
Many dogs and cats enjoy nibbling on grass, and for most pets, eating a small amount doesn’t cause any problems. However, grass blades can occasionally become lodged in the mouth, throat or other areas, causing irritation and discomfort. While eating grass isn’t usually something to worry about, it’s important to know what signs to look…