by Braden Collins | Aug 17, 2018 | information centre
I checked the diary and saw my next patient was in for euthanasia. It’s a common part of our job so I don’t think too much would be different here until I walked out and saw a very happy, healthy border collie sitting in reception with its male owner. Mum wasn’t...
by Braden Collins | Jun 29, 2018 | information centre
This is one of the most common questions we are asked by new pet owners, and also one of the more controversial topics when it comes to pet health care. Over the last few years, there has been an explosion of information and misinformation being given out to pet...
by Braden Collins | Jun 22, 2018 | information centre
As your pet ages, you need to reassess their needs and lifestyle. Of course, there is a lot of variation as to when a pet is “old”, so each individual pet needs to be looked at independently. As a general rule, large dogs age faster than small dogs, so a Great Dane...
by Braden Collins | May 8, 2018 | information centre
Noise and Storm Phobias: This information is courtesy of The Mindful Pet, a Veterinary Behaviour Service which provides a house call service to the pets of the South West on a monthly basis. Fears of loud noises is very common in our pets. Dogs may commonly become...
by Braden Collins | Apr 13, 2018 | information centre
There are many reasons why you may need to find a new vet for your pet. You may be moving house, looking for someone closer, have had a not-so-good experience with your previous vet, or may simply have heard great things about another clinic. When considering which...
by Braden Collins | Feb 16, 2018 | information centre
We would always say that vaccinations are an essential part of owning a dog, so you need to ensure you can afford them before getting a pet. Of course, people’s circumstances change, so if you suddenly find yourself short on cash there are a couple of options to...