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We have chosen a few items that can be poisonous to pets, but there are many more such as cleaners and detergents you may have in the kitchen.
If your pet has ingested any of these, you should contact us for advice...
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**Equine Influenza (Flu) Outbreak Information**
Over the last month, there have been confirmed cases of Equine Influenza in the North and East of the UK. Today, BHA postponed all race meetings to try and contain the outbreak.
Symptoms of Equine Influenza include:
Dry Cough
Snotty Nasal Discharge
Lethargy
Reduced Appetite
High Temperature
The virus may affected vaccinated and unvaccinated horses, but the symptoms are...
With less than 50 days to go until the United Kingdom leaves the European Union, we wanted to remind pet owners about travelling with their pet, into the EU.
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Check out our Christmas and New Year opening times for the Crediton and Tedburn practices!
If you think you may run out of food or prescription medication over the festive break, please ensure you request it before Thursday 18th December
Our first November focus is Feline Heart Disease.
Feline heart disease, specifically hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) can effect any cat, but is genetically predisposed to Maine Coon's, Ragdoll's and other breeds. However, if undiagnosed, hyperthyroidism and hypertension (high blood pressure) are well known to cause similar heart changes.
HCM is characterised by a thickening of the muscle of the left ventricle, leading to abnormal relaxation and reduced stroke volume,...
With bonfire night coming up, it can be a stressful time for our pets, but there are measures you can take to minimise this.
- Knowing when firework displays are scheduled can help, as this means you can prepare early.
- Keep your pet in their normal routine. Changing their routine can be upsetting for them, though you may need to ensure cats are shut indoors and dogs have been for their evening walk earlier than usual.
- Close curtains and keep lights on, to...
Autumn is an exciting time for St Boniface Vets. With the change in the season, comes a focus on changes in Endocrine (hormone) conditions.
Over the next few months, we will be focussing on some of the key Endocrine conditions that can affect your pet. Cushings Disease in September, Diabetes in October and diseases that can affect our older feline friends in November and December.
Keep your eyes peeled for details, offers and more information on these conditions, which could...