You’re thinking about getting a new puppy or kitten! Maybe you’ve just taken home your new furry family member. Whatever the case, we’ve made a checklist to help you navigate the maze that is how to care for them. Which wormer? Should I neuter? What about vaccines? We’ve got it all covered. Diet The nutritional requirement...
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Staying active is important for any animal, regardless of age. That being said, the exercise needs of your pet will vary throughout its life and you may find that as they age, they are less tolerant to exercise and actually need less of it. Staying active and mobile is still essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, however. How do I know how m...
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The largest organ in our pet’s bodies is by far the skin, and lots of skin means lots of hair! In fact our feline friends have up to an estimated 60,000 to 120,000 hairs per square inch of skin, and our doggy companions 150,000. Most breeds shed at least twice yearly which equals millions of hair every year. All that hair can only grow proper...
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Ultifend ND IBD is a new vaccination that stimulates immunity against Newcastle Disease (ND), Infectious Bursal Disease (IBD) and Marek’s disease (MD). The product is particularly beneficial as it is suitable for one day old chicks or 18 day old embryonated chicken eggs. This aims to reduce mortality, clinical signs and lesions caused by the...
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Credelio Plus is an anti-parasitic veterinary medication containing milbemycin oxime and lotilaner. These ingredients are effective against flea and tick as well as roundworm infections, including heartworm and lungworm. The product comes in a chewable tablet form and is a great option for preventing infestations of these parasites in dogs. The pro...
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Daxocox is a new Non Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) containing enflicoxib that has recently received a positive opinion for marketing authorisation. Medications like this are used to reduce inflammation and so cause pain relief in effected animals. Daxocox in particular is indicated for the treatment of pain and inflammation associated wi...
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The first grey hair has appeared, or maybe our furry friend is slowing down a bit. They’re getting older! Just like us, the needs of our pets change as they age. It’s important we recognise this so we can support them the best we can. We’ve summarised a guide on what to look for and how to best support your loved one. What age is...
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Solensia contains frunevetmab. This is a feline monoclonal antibody (mAb) which targets nerve growth factor (NGF). This in turn inhibits NGF mediate cell signalling which helps reduce pain associated with osteoarthritis disorders. The medication is administered by subcutaneous injection once every 28 days. Solensia is a welcome addition to the vete...
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Why do vets care about our pet’s teeth? So our dog or cat’s breath smells and they have plaque building up. It’s been like this for a while though and we’re used to it. Does it really matter? Actually it does. Plaque is a build up of bacteria on the teeth and gums and these bacteria can easily enter the bloodstream through t...
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The transition period is over and Great Britain has officially left the EU! This means if you wish to travel to the EU or Northern Ireland with your dog, cat or ferret then new rules apply. These can seem quite overwhelming so we at VioVet have summarised a guide containing all the information you need to know. What are the main changes? Travellers...
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