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Alabama Rot

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Alabama Rot

 

Alabama Rot is a disease that most dog owners are now aware of. It has gained media attention because it is hard to diagnose and can sometimes be fatal. Our Autumn News explains the signs to watch out for in your dog. Fortunately, it is still rare, but it is important to be aware of the signs.

 

 

To neuter is cuter! Benefits of pet neutering.

Neutering is an important family decision when caring for a new pet, it comes with a range of health and welfare benefits. Our Autumn Newsletter discusses how neutering could help keep your pet happy and healthy. If you need further information or would like to discuss neutering your pet, please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team for further information.

 

 

If you are considering neutering your pet, we are now able to offer Keyhole Surgery for neutering female dogs, and removal of retained testicles in male dogs. To discuss this option for your pet please do mention it at your pets next appointment, to understand more about Laparoscopic surgery please click here.

 

 

We hope you enjoy reading our latest Petcare Newsletter, if you have a query on any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to get in contact for more information.

 

 

P.S. Did you know our website offers a free symptom checker for your pet? If your cat has gone a little quiet or your dog is not bouncing at the sight of their breakfast, visit our symptom checker to identify what could be wrong with your pet.

Festive Hazards Pet Owners Need To Be Aware Of.

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Festive Hazards Pet Owners Need To Be Aware Of.

 

Festive Hazards Pet Owners Need To Be Aware Of. 

The cold winter months bring particular challenges for our pets, and as their owners, we need to be aware of the problems they can suffer at this time of year. Our Festive Hazards Pet Blog, takes a look at some of the commonest winter hazards including; string, tinsel and bones from your festive feast!

 

 

 

Outdoor pets

Don’t forget about smaller pets during the winter months, particularly those who live outside. Make sure your rabbits and guinea pigs have insulated hutches, plenty of bedding and they are still receiving their daily exercise. Water bottles – these can freeze overnight, try putting an old sock over the top of the bottle to prevent ice forming inside.

 

 

Xylitol, grapes and raisins,

The signs of pet poisoning can be vague so owners need to be vigilant when having these tasty festive treats in your home. Our Festive Hazards blog takes a look at some of the seasonal toxins that could be in your home.

 

 

We hope you enjoy reading our latest pet blog, Festive Hazards Pet Owners Need To Be Aware Of. If you have a query on any of the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team for more advice.

 

Here at Young Veterinary Partnership, we have been offering a caring service to pets from all over West London for over 50 years. We are experienced and can perform most investigative medical and surgical procedures that are available to your pet. We also have a Pet Healthcare Club, helping you budget for your pets veterinary essentials across affordable monthly payments, join here. Visit a vet who is passionate about your pet.

Autumn has arrived – are you and your pet prepared

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Autumn has arrived – are you and your pet prepared

 

Autumn has arrived – are you and your pet prepared

from fermenting fruit to antifreeze, are you aware of the toxins that could be lurking in your home at this time of year? Our Autumn News has some great advice on what to watch out for during the changing seasons and when symptoms could indicate a pet emergency. Read our Autumn News here.

 

 

Fleas & ticks

love the warm weather, and in addition to your home, they thrive outside in parks and gardens. Our Autumn News explains the signs to watch out for and how to prevent them coming home with your pet.

 

 

 

Firework Fright!

Whilst so much has changed over the past few months following Covid – 19, it is likely that fireworks will continue to plague the lives of many pets. With this in mind, our Autumn News gives some great advice on how to help keep your pet calm and safe at this time of year.

 

 

We hope you have enjoyed reading our Autumn News 2020, if you have a query on any of the articles mentioned do not hesitate to contact our friendly team for more advice.

 

 

 

 

Our Spring Newsletter has arrived, read it here first.

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Our Spring Newsletter has arrived, read it here first.

 

Rabbiting on!

Our Spring Newsletter discusses how to keep your rabbit fit and healthy this Spring 2020. From diet to keeping it social, rabbits are the third most popular pet in the UK and just like a cat or dog require a large amount of time and care, including vaccinations and neutering to keep them healthy.

 

Can You Pinch An Inch?

 

Carrying excess weight can cause a range of health problems for your pet, our Spring Newsletter offers advice on how to body condition score your pets from home and some top tips on how to help your pets loose the pounds. Don’t forget all four of our West London surgeries offer FREE weight checks for your pet – Just pop in!

Now is the perfect time to assess your pet's weight!

The Life Cycle Of A Tick

 

The main issue with ticks is that they can carry diseases in their saliva which they can potentially transmit to us and our pets. Our Spring Newsletter explains the life cycle of the tick, how to protect your pet and should you find a tick – how to remove it safely from your pet.

 

Our Spring Newsletter has arrived, read it here first.

We hope you enjoy reading our Spring 2020 Newsletter – If you have any questions or concerns about the articles mentioned please do not hesitate to contact our friendly team for more information.

 

 

We are passionate about pets and have been providing a caring service to our clients and their pets for over 50 years, at our West London surgeries. Most of our staff our pet owners, and most certainly pet lovers. We love meeting all shapes and sizes of pets. Every pet we see is unique,  and we understand that owners always know their pets best, and so we will listen closely to any worries you may have about your pets.

 

Now is the perfect time to assess your pet’s weight!

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Winter weight worries!

Now is the perfect time to assess your pet’s weight!

Our Winter Newsletter gives you some top tips on what to look when assessing your pets weight including ; Noticing a visible ‘waist line’, with a rib cage that can be felt but not seen. If you can pinch an inch or more, or if your pet’s tummy is sags down, then a diet is probably required.  All of our surgeries offer FREE weight checks and diet advice for your pet, so why not drop in and take advantage.

Now is the perfect time to assess your pet's weight!

 

 

 

Arthritis in the older pet. 

Although arthritis cannot usually be cured, the good news is that we have an ever expanding range of treatment to help relieve the aches and pains that this condition can bring. Our Winter Newsletter also has advice for things you can also do at home, to help your pet if they are showing signs of discomfort.

 

 

Is flea prevention really necessary all year round?

Fleas thrive in warm conditions and thanks to central heating, they don’t need to hop south for the winter, they just need to move into your home. Fleas can make their way into our homes in all sorts of ways ; on our pets, on us, or just hopping in by themselves. Did you know that fleas can jump 20 cm into the air – so unfortunately your front step is no barrier to them! Ask our friendly team today about how to prevent additional visitors coming to your home this Christmas.

 

 

 

   Our Winter Newsletter is packed with advice to help keep your pet happy and healthy throughout the festive season. If you have a question on any of the articles mentioned don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team for further advice.

 

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Troublesome ticks and tick borne disease

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Our Autumn Newsletter has arrived – We hope you enjoy reading it.

    Below is a snippet of just some of the articles included to help keep your pet happy and healthy in the lead up to winter 2018.

 

A picture of a Tick.

 

Troublesome ticks and Tick borne disease

Ticks love the autumn weather! They can cause all sorts of problems in pets and even spread Lyme disease to people. No tick product is 100% effective, so we recommend checking your dog all over following each walk particularly if you have walked in wooded areas or long grass.

To understand more about ticks and the trouble they cause click here.

 

Fireworks can cause your pet to be extremely anxious.

 

Firework Alert! 

Fireworks night is fast approaching, so it is time to prepare your pets – the earlier the better! Our Autumn News has some top tips on what to do in the run up to the main event and how to keep your pet safe whilst the fireworks are going off.

 

Bee and wasp stings can be extremely painful for your pet.

 

Wasps and bees

are coming to the end of their summer lives and are often pretty slow, which makes they prime targets for playful dogs and cats. They may be slow but they can still sting! Our 10 minute read explains the other Autumn alerts to watch out for with your pets.

 

We hope you enjoy reading our Autumn Newsletter. If you have any queries on any of the articles mentioned, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team for more advice.

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Winter dangers

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Winter dangers

Antifreeze and Rocksalt

A reminder that antifreeze used for cars, and water coolant can be highly toxic if ingested, particularly for cats.

If ingested it may cause;

  • vomiting,
  • seeming depressed or sleepy,
  • appearing drunk and uncoordinated,
  • seizures (fits),
  • difficulty breathing,
  • increased thirst,
  • increased urination,
  • kidney failure.

Please ensure all antifreeze is kept in sealed containers away from pets and any spills are cleared up immediately, as even a small amount can be highly toxic.

Rocksalt–

Is a mixture of salt and grit used to de-ice roads in winter. If pets get it on their paws and lick it off it can be toxic. It can cause high blood sodium levels which may result in increased thirst, vomiting lethargy and in severe cases seizures.

Most pets would be affected after walking through rocksalt and then licking it off their paws.

We recommend you prevent this by thoroughly wiping or cleaning their paws when they return home.

Some winter plants can also be poisonous to your pet so watch out for Holly, Ivy, Mistletoe and Pointsetta.

What we can do:

If your pet ingested the toxic less than 2 – 3 hours ago we may administer an injection to make your pet vomit. This is not suitable for all toxins but if your pet vomits this can help to stop any further toxins being absorbed. We may also syringe feed your pet with charcoal as this can bind any toxins left in the body and help stop further digestion.

We may run also run blood tests on your pet and put them on a drip to help support their organs whilst the toxins are being broken down.

If you suspect that you pet has been in contact with any type of poison do not hesitate to contact us, we may ask you questions to help us best prepare for your pets arrival.