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...you probably knew that already but it is always useful when robust research backs up common sense and more importantly allows us to quantify the problem.
In the next few articles, we are going to run through:-
WSAVA has issued a response to stories about Leptospira vaccination that appeared in the Sunday Telegraph and in the Mail on Sunday on 3 July 2016.
WSAVA response
The WSAVA Vaccination Guidelines Group is aware of an article published recently in the Sunday Telegraph about canine Leptospira vaccination.
The article states that ‘WSAVA is urging owners not to use Nobivac L4 vaccine on puppies under 12 weeks old’.
This statement is blatantly untrue...
On 24th May, we were very lucky to host Rowena Rogers, from MSD Animal Health, who gave a very interesting presentation on infectious respiratory disease in horses.
The evening was well attended and very informative; please get in touch with the surgery if
you have any suggestions for future meeting topics!
Following on from Rowena's discussion of...
Farm vet, Chris Just, of St Boniface Vets, discusses a few ways to make your cows more comfortable - happy cows means happy farmers.
"A mentor of mine always said 'Get your cows comfortable and everything else will fall into place'.
For the majority of herds that is straight forward enough during grazing season. For grazing cows, comfort will be all about your tracks/gateways and keeping milking time short and stress free.
For cows still housed in the summer months we...
...living with skin conditions
It’s fairly common to see our pets sit back, raise a back leg, and have a good old scratch behind the ear. Most of the time we think nothing of it, but there may be a more serious condition lurking under your pet’s fur coat.
Skin conditions can be very distressing for both pets and owners and they can seem difficult to treat. But with the right expert veterinary care and a tailored management plan, your pet’s condition can be...
My name is Donna and I am the Head Receptionist at St Boniface. Over the years my two cats, Millie & Bella have not got on so well… it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster and I wanted to share my experience with you!
Millie is almost 6 years old and I got her from Cats Protection when she was 10 weeks. Millie has always been a shy cat, and although she has improved she is still timid. Just after she turned 6 months old she developed stress cystitis and has on and off suffered with...
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...
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