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7 Jun 2019

Ticks are here!

Ticks are here!

With everything flourishing, so is the tick population. We have had an unusual number of concerned owners of both dogs and cats asking us about ticks on their beloved pets.

Due to relatively mild winter this year’s tick population is much worse than previous years.

A tick can cause localised reactions (even after they are removed or let go), they can cause noticeable discomfort to animals especially if attached on face or ears, and they can carry diseases – Lymes disease.

Best way to avoid this is prevention. There are several very effective treatments for both dogs and cats. For advice in the best one for your pet ask one of our nurses for advice.

If you want to try and remove a tick, make sure you use an appropriate too – a hook. Do not try to pull it off as it may leave part of the tick embedded.

If you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to call 0127622193 or 01252837154 and our nurses will be very happy to help.


26 Feb 2019

March is our dental month

Dental problems are the most common health problem of our pets! About 3/4 of middle-aged and senior dogs and cats are affected. However, it is often overlooked and poorly understood.
This March we are offering FREE dental checks by our qualified nurses. We are also offering 20% off dental procedures.
Common signs of dental problems in cats and dogs are:
• Smelly breath
• Salivating
• Pain when the mouth is touched
• Reluctance to play with toys
• Inflamed/red gums
• Rubbing or pawing at the mouth
 

7 Feb 2019

February is our senior pet month

With advances in veterinary medicine our pets are enjoying longer lives. Sometimes this means an increased incidence of age-related conditions. This should not stop them from enjoying a good quality of life in their golden years. However, it could mean a need for some changes to be made. It’s  not always “just getting old”

 

Please take advantage of our FREE nurse checks if your pet is over 10 years old, during month of February. Call one of our surgeries and our friendly nurses will make an appointment to have your pet checked.


19 Jan 2019

Nominated for the Practice of the year

Great start to the New Year. Our team at Gordon House Veterinary Centre have been nominated by Pet Plan Veterinary Awards for the Practice of the year

 


11 Jan 2019

SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARY SURGEON REQUIRED

 

SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARY SURGEON REQUIRED

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a small animal vet to join a well-established independent small animal practice for 2/3 days a week (No OOH and Weekends). Our two RCVS accredited surgeries are well equipped including digital x-ray and ultrasound and is supported by a dedicated team of nurses.

 

For further information and an application form, please send you CV to the Practice Manager [email protected] alternatively you can post to the address below:

 

Miss Karen Collie

Blackwater Valley Vets

Gordon House Veterinary Centre

216 Gordon House

Camberley

Surrey

GU15 2NT

 


19 Dec 2018

Christmas opening hours

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our patients and their families.

We hope you do not have to use our services over the festive season, but we will be open most of the days. If we are closed please call VetsNow on the 01252 737555


7 Nov 2018

Dental Month is extended through November

We have had a large interest in our dental month in October. In fact, to make sure all patients needing dental attention benefit from our offer we have decided to continue through November.

If you think your pet would need our free dental check offer please call our reception soon.

 

Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy with a toothbrush


26 Oct 2018

How to help your pets which are scared of fireworks

Fireworks season is around the corner. This can be fun for humans, but more than 40% of pets in UK have a degree of phobia of fireworks!
There are a lot of simple steps we can take to prevent anxiety and help our pets. But you have to think ahead and prepare for firework nights. Please do not hesitate to ask our staff for advice and here are a few useful tips:

Tips to help your dog:

1. Make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise earlier in the day.
2. Keep your dogs inside during fireworks, preferably with human companionship. Bringing your dogs to a fireworks display is never a good idea.
3. Provide a safe place inside for your dogs to retreat. When scared of sounds they can’t orient, dogs often prefer small enclosed areas. If your dog is comfortable in a crate, that is a good option.
4. If possible, keep the windows and curtains closed. Covering the crate or lowering the blinds can also be helpful. Removing visual stimulation can also help calm dogs.
5. Make sure all your dogs are micro-chipped and chips registered to your current address and phone number.
6. Leave your dog something fun to do – like a frozen Kong filled with his favourite treats.
7. Put on soft music in the background (classical music is a good idea)
8. Using supplements like Zylkine, Calm food and Adaptil can be very useful if used in appropriately and together with other modifications

Tips to help your cat:

1. Provide hiding places in your home
2. Cats can become more stressed if they’re outside during fireworks
3. Microchip your cats in case they’re startled and escape outside
4. Using supplements like Zylkine, Calm food and Feliway can be very useful if used in appropriately and together with other modifications

Tips to help your rabbits and guinea pigs

1. Partly cover outside cages and pens with blankets so an area is soundproofed and hidden, but allow another area for the animals to look out
2. Provide bedding small animals can burrow in
3. Consider bringing them indoors – this will need to be done gradually so plan ahead

17 Oct 2018

In October we are offering FREE dental checks by our qualified nurses. We are also offering 20% off dental procedures

Dental problems are the most common health problem of our pets! Especially middle aged and senior dogs and cats are affected. However, it is often overlooked and poorly understood.
In October we are offering FREE dental checks by our qualified nurses. We are also offering 20% off dental procedures.
Common signs of dental problems in dogs and cats are:
• Smelly breath
• Salivating
• Pain when mouth is touched
• Reluctance to play with toys • Inflamed/red gums
• Rubbing or pawing at the mouth

Please don’t let your pets suffer quietly have them checked by our qualified nurses if you suspect it


8 Jul 2018

Frimley Green Carnival

Blackwater Valley Veterinary Centres would like to thank everyone who visited our stand. We had a glorious sunny and a very hot day at The Carnival. Loads of people and quite a few brave dogs. We provided plenty of water and a paddling pool to help them cool down.

The raffle helped us rise money for the local charities. Also, congratulations to the worthy winners. Great day 🙂

 

 


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