How to Tell if Your Pet is Overweight or Underweight
Overweight or Underweight Pet? Your pet’s weight may fluctuate, this could be due to their walking habits, nutrition, or, their overall health. In the UK alone, it’s estimated that 40% of dogs and 53% of cats are overweight. This article will go over how to tell if your pet is underweight or overweight, and what […]
Common Heart Diseases in Pets
Raising Your Awareness of Common Heart Diseases in Pets The topic of heart disease in pets is often a sensitive matter, not least because of its complex nature. There are a whole number of different types of heart diseases, with different signs and symptoms, as well as different diagnosis and treatments. In this article, we […]
How to Reduce Itching in Pets with Skin Allergies
How to Reduce Itching in Pets with Skin Allergies A pet with skin allergies can be quite concerning when you see them itching their skin all the time, but what can you do about it? Is there something you can do to reduce how much they itch? In this article, we cover ways to help […]
How to Travel With Pets at Christmas
How to Travel With Pets at Christmas If you’re planning to travel with your pet this Christmas, you might be wondering how they’ll handle the journey, especially if it’s a long journey. In this article, we discuss ways to keep your pet calm and happy whilst on the road. So, how do you travel with […]
Poppy’s New home
When I first arrived here at Knutsford Veterinary Surgery we had a stray rabbit found in an open field nearby that was looking for a new home. Poppy was initially nicknamed ‘houdini’ in the practice due to his escaping abilities. One of our lovely clients heard about our stray and opted to offer him […]
What Does Acupuncture Do for Dogs and Cats?
What Does Acupuncture Do for Dogs and Cats Acupuncture is increasingly recognised as a useful complement to more traditional medical or surgical approaches in veterinary and human medicine. In this article we discuss the benefits of acupuncture for dogs and cats, its safety, side effects, and how to book an appointment. What does acupuncture […]
How Do I Get My Pet To Be Calm Around Visitors?
Getting Your Pet To Be Calm Around Visitors Many pet owners have been there – you are so excited for your friend to meet your new pet, your friend can hardly contain their excitement and you have been messaging each other all day about the big introduction. But when they arrive, your usually bold and […]
How to Get Your Dog Used to Staying at Home Alone
Get Your Dog Used to Staying at Home Alone If you’ve bought a new puppy since 2020, you are in good company – over 3.2 million households have taken on a new pet since Covid-19 hit and lockdown restrictions were in place. Spending more time at home has probably meant you have built a very […]
How to Tell If The Lumps On Your Dog Are Cancerous
How to Tell If The Lumps On Your Dog Are Cancerous As with humans, dogs also get cancer, particularly as they get older. However, it can be difficult to know if a lump or bump is a tumour, or if it is attributed to another health problem. Likewise, without medical attention, it can be […]