Summer is a time for fun in the sun, but it's important to remember that the warm weather can be just as uncomfortable for our pets. As dog owners, it's our responsibility to ensure they stay safe and stay cool in the warm weather.
Don't let the heat slow you down! With a few essential tips and tricks from St Anne's Vets, you can make summer walks enjoyable experiences for you both.
Keeping your pet's claws trimmed is an essential part of their overall health and wellbeing. Long nails can cause discomfort, make walking difficult and even lead to accidental injuries to both you and your pet.
While clipping your pet's claws might seem daunting at first, with a little practice and the right approach, it can become a quick and stress-free experience for both of you. Here at St Anne's Vets, we're dedicated to helping you provide the best care for your pet, therefore, this guide offers some helpful tips and tricks for clipping your pet's claws safely and effectively.
Cats commonly experience four types of allergies: insects (fleas), food allergies, atopic dermatitis (triggered by house dust, pollen, and moulds) and contact allergies. While they exhibit shared physical expressions and signs, each allergy type also presents unique features. If you believe your cat is showing signs of an allergy, then speaking to a vet at St Annes Vets to help you find a solution for making your cat more comfortable and improving their quality of life.
A frequent question asked is whether cats should consume canned or dry food.
Fortunately, many commercial cat foods offer an excellent nutritional source, whether in the form of dry or wet cat food. However, hinges on various factors, including weight, health conditions and budget.
Deciding whether to opt for dry, canned or a combination of both is a choice you and your vet or nurse can collaboratively make to ensure the optimal health of your cat. Here's some advice on the comparison between wet and dry cat food.
Effective from Friday, 17th May 2024, our East Dean surgery will be merging with our other St Anne’s Surgeries. This decision comes as a result of the limited operating hours at East Dean, which are currently one hour a day, four times a week. This limited schedule has proven to be unsustainable for providing comprehensive veterinary care to our clients and their pets.
By consolidating our sites, we will be able to offer better opening hours and improve accessibility to our services, offering greater flexibility in scheduling appointments and accessing veterinary care when you need it most.
Like many people dread going to the doctor, the vet can be a source of anxiety for our pets. Luckily, there are steps you can take to alleviate some of the anxiety your pet feels when it senses a vet visit is coming up.
Eight out of ten dogs, according to research, have trouble adjusting to being alone. Yet, half won't exhibit any overt symptoms, making it easy for owners to overlook.
From skin irritations to digestive issues, understanding and addressing common allergies in dogs is essential for ensuring their wellbeing. In this blog, we delve into the world of canine allergies, exploring their types, symptoms and effective management strategies.
The sun is out, everything is in flower, and everyone has come out of hibernation: gardening season has begun! While this is a lovely time of year to spend with your pet, there are potentially poisonous plants in your garden that will affect cats and dogs. At St Anne's, we can assist you with pet-proofing your garden by providing a list of common garden plants that are toxic to pets. Read on to learn more about common garden plants you need to look out for and the symptoms of plant poisoning.
Inquisitive dogs and curious cats might enjoy investigating around the house, but the last thing you want them to do is harm themselves on household items.
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