Pet owners need to cut the treats – advice from your Cheshire Vets

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Knutsford Vets shocked, but not surprised at latest pet obesity findings We all like to show our dogs the love that they deserve, but could what you’re feeding them be seriously damaging their health? That’s the question that we’re asking pet owners across the region following the latest research conducted by vet care charity, PDSA. […]

Cheshire Vets Advice: Is your dog prepared for the cold snap?

Winter advice from Knutsford Vets in Cheshire Britain has enjoyed unseasonably mild-temperatures throughout much of the winter to date. However, as the thermometers drop below zero for the first time across much of the United Kingdom, you might need to take extra care to ensure your pets’ aren’t affected. Knutsford Vets in Cheshire have some […]

Knutsford vets save Staffie cross from Blue-green algae

Blue-Green Algae (BGA) can produce fatal toxins and is found in fresh water, including local dog walking spot Tatton Mere, as well as in brackish and marine bodies of water. There are many species of BGA, some of which will produce a variety of toxic compounds that can affect nerves and the liver. The toxins […]

Vets in Cheshire fix retriever Max back to health

  Late last year Max, a nine month old golden retriever x flat coat retriever, stopped being his usual very bouncy self. He was lethargic, reluctant to eat or drink, and held his neck rigidly with a very anxious look upon his face, particularly when anyone approached him. Max’s owners were advised to bring him […]

A lucky catch on Bonfire Night for Whiz & Knutsford Vets

On Bonfire Night last year, the Knutsford Veterinary Surgery Team were on a staff night out to watch the fireworks at Boothes Hall when they got a panicked emergency call. Whiz, a 14 year old Jack Russell, was on a walk around the nearby fishing lake and came across a discarded fishing line (with bait) […]

A sticky end to a game of fetch…

Pepper, an Australian Cattle Dog, presented to Knutsford Vets late one April evening with excessive salivation that had first been noticed three hours before. In addition she held her neck outstretched and could not be tempted with food. Her family had recently relocated from down under and were very concerned that she may have been […]

When a late night walk turned into a visit to the vets in Cheshire

A late evening walk for Belle and her owner Jonathan over Knutsford heath came to a horrific halt when she was hit by a car on Manchester Road. Angela Carroll saw the accident and helped administer first-aid before kindly whisking her and Mr Metcalfe straight to Knutsford Veterinary Surgery. Thankfully, Paul and Catherine (Knutsford Vets’ Specialist […]

Cat vaccinations and travel requirements

Cat vaccinations can protect against a range of feline diseases. It’s recommended that kittens should start their initial course of vaccinations at nine weeks old, with the second given at 12 weeks. After two weeks rest your kitten will then be protected against a range of diseases and infections. However, be aware that un-spayed females […]

It’s not fleas….so why is my dog still itching?!!

If your dog has an allergy it will often present itself in the form of scratching or licking which can lead to inflamed and reddened skin, or in more severe cases, open wounds and loss of fur. Ear infections are common in dogs with allergies and in some cases may be the only sign. Typically […]