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Scientists at University of Bristol conducting the Big Tick Project say recent confirmed cases of Babesia canis in four dogs in Essex that had not travelled abroad, have increased the need for surveillance of tick-borne disease in the UK.
Launched last year, the Big Tick Project has become the largest-ever veterinary study of ticks and tick-borne disease in the UK, if not worldwide. In addition to the potential for tick mapping and greater understanding about what is perceived to be a...
Moving house can be a stressful experience, not only for us, but for our pets too. However, there are simple things we can do to help minimise the stress –
1.Synthetic Pheromones
These synthetic pheromones can help provide your pet with a feeling of calmness and well-being. Available as a ‘plug in’ (similar to plug in air fresheners), plug in 24 hours before moving in, ideally in the room where your pet will spend most of their time. Also available in spray...
Every day in practice yields something new - so the job is a constant learning curve. Here at St Boniface Vets we are passionate about further study and personal development. Each member of the team is encouraged to develop their particular interests and work towards additional qualifications. This enables us to provide our clients and their animals with the most up-to-date care.
Our...
St Boniface Vets launch Lifetime Care Club
'Save money and pay monthly for your pets essential preventative care with our new Lifetime Care Club.'
ST BONIFACE Vets are delighted to announce the launch of their new preventative care health plan this May.
Marie Kemmish, practice principal explained: "Here at St Boniface Vets, we wholeheartedly believe in a proactive preventative approach to your pet’s healthcare.
"We know how important your pet’s health is to you...
Rabbits get dental disease too! In fact it is one of the most common problems seen in pet rabbits. It can be very serious and potentially life-threatening. Rabbits teeth grow continuously and can wear unevenly. When this happens pointed spikes form on the side of the teeth becoming painful and sometimes infected. The tooth roots become distorted and overlong and frequently develop abscesses.
Unlike cats and dogs, rabbits DO frequently stop eating which is a serious concern. This...
It’s not commonly known but rabbits can catch fleas much like your other pets. They catch the common fleas off other pets but can also catch a rabbit specific flea from domestic or wild rabbits. The rabbit flea can infect other pets but the flea acts in an unusual way when on a species other than a rabbit, the fleas line up on the ears of your cats and dogs. If you see this sign it is likely your pet has rabbit fleas!
A good way to check for fleas is to look for the flea dirt. Flea...
4 key reasons for neutering male rabbits.
1) Prevention of pregnancy
This is the most common reason for neutering a rabbit; ideally a male and female should be kept as a neutered pair. There are an estimated 67,000 unwanted pet rabbits registered through rescue centres every year in the UK, we want to avoid breeding more! Young males if castrated prior to sexually maturity, at around 4 months, do not have chance to become fertile and so can stay...
Vacancy for a Cleaner - £7.00 per hour
We are seeking a Cleaner for our Crediton surgery.
We are looking for an individual to make sure that the Practice is presentable and hygienic in all areas.
You will be a great self-organiser, with high cleanliness standards as well as being trustworthy and comfortable lone working.
Some tasks will include; hovering, mopping, cleaning altro floors, empting bins, wiping down and tidying consulting rooms and cleaning the toilet...
As part of our Microchip Awareness Campaign, we are also offering you the opportunity to get your teddy bear, cuddly or soft toy microchipped too! (ensuring he/she always makes a safe return home).
For every toy that is microchipped, St Boniface Vets will make a contribution to the RD&E Neonatal Unit; where several St Boniface babies had a helping hand in their 1st few days of...
The Microchipping of Dogs (England) Regulations 2015 requires all dogs over the age of 8 weeks of age to be fitted with a microchip from 6th April 2016. In order to be compliant the microchip must be correctly registered with the keeper’s contact details.
Over 100,000 dogs are picked up by local authorities each year and less than half of these dogs are re-united with their owners. Don’t let this be your dog! A microchip is the most effective way of ensuring you are reunited with...
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