Along with the fine weather in summer comes the discomfort of allergies. We all know how irritating and unpleasant hayfever can be and how many of us need treatment and help so we can enjoy the sunshine. The same is true for our pets, Dogs don’t get hayfever in the same way as we do,… Read more »

Labrador and Golden retrievers have a reputation for being greedy and this is reflected by their being a high risk breed for developing obesity – both breeds have had being overweight flagged for special attention in the Kennel Club’s Breed Watch scheme.  But why?  A new study is trying to answer that question and they… Read more »

This cold spring is very bad news for tortoises. If they cannot get warmed up and eating quickly they can become seriously ill or die. If your tortoise is still hibernating you should get him up NOW and keep him indoors under a heat lamp until the weather warms up. It is very easy –… Read more »

We understand that a trip to the vets can be a trying time for any pet, but it can be especially stressful for cats. Cats are sensitive animals and the whole experience of getting in the cat carrier and journey to the clinic together with the sights and smells of a strange enviroment can be upsetting. We… Read more »

BRINGING YOUR CAT TO THE VETS– top 10 tips! At Village Vet we all understand how stressful it can be bringing your cat to the vets! However, a number of simple measures can make the whole process more tolerable for cats and owners alike! Ensure you have a robust carrier which is easy to clean.… Read more »

Village Vet have recently started working with Purina Pet Care to supply our clients with a range of top quality pet foods.  Based on 85 years of research and development  the innovative Pro Plan range includes the latest nutritional advances to support your pet’s health. All Pro Plan ingredients are carefully selected to deliver the… Read more »