Useful Tips

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We also have a range of articles full of information to help you ensure your pet has a safe and healthy life. We update this list regularly so please do check back for new information.

Click on the links below to view our helpful hints and tips for pet owners.

 

General Tips

 

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Vets Now Pet Owner Emergency FAQs

We hope you will find our Pet Owner FAQ’s document useful. We’ve brought together some of the most frequently asked medical questions that our clinics receive, as well as some common questions about the service Vets Now provides.

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Guide To Choosing A Pet

Selecting a pet should be a family project with everyone's needs, concerns, fears, and medical history considered...

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Microchipping Your Pet

Microchipping is an important part of pet ownership, so to find out more click here!

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Top 10 Pet Hazards In Your Home

The house is full of potential hazards for both humans and animals but with a little forward thinking and awareness, the most common causes of injury mean that many accidents can be avoided.

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12 Fun Things To Do With Your Pet

It is really important to make the most of bonding with our pets so for some ideas on what fun activities you and your pet can do together why not click here!

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Kitten Proofing Your Home

The key to kitten proofing your home is simply looking at your home through the eyes of your cat...

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Food Glorious Food!

Most of us know we should avoid feeding our pets chocolate as even small quantities can be toxic, but did you know for example macadamia nuts can cause poisoning or that caffeine can be fatal - didn't think so!? So why not click here and find out more about the top 'human' foods that you should avoid feeding your pet!

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Guide To Pet Tooth Brushing

If you have already given it a try we're sure you'll agree that attempting to brush your cat or dog's teeth can be a bit of a nightmare! However, when brushing our pet's teeth being is the gold standard for the prevention of dental disease as dutiful pet owners we should definitely try to preserver...

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Teach An Old Dog New Tricks!

We have all heard the age old saying 'you can't teach an old dog new tricks' but its time to set the record straight and forget this old wives tale – after all any dog can learn new tricks all it needs is the right training! So if you fancy teaching your pet a range of tricks from shaking your hand to speaking then why not give it a go by clicking on the link above and following our straight forward guide.

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Spring / Summer Tips

 

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Essential Summer Grooming

When the summer months are upon us its time to address the fact that many of our pets are still sporting their winter fur coats, so why not download our summer grooming advice for helpful hits and tips

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Ticks, Mites & Fleas

External parasites such as fleas, ticks and mites cause many pets discomfort at some time in their lives so heres some advice to help you spot the signs and treat your pet should an infestation occur...

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Mad Dogs & Englishmen – Pets In The Sun

Just like the Noel Coward song says only 'mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun'! Our guide offers hints and tips on how to keep your pet healthy and cool this summer

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Summer – A Sting In The Tail

As summer draws to a close and insects such as bees and wasps reach the end of their life span it is important to note that already distressed insects often pose a potential hazard to our pets...

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Caged Birds – Summer Advice

For advice on how to keep your pet bird happy and healthy this summer why not download our guide

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Autumn / Winter Tips

 

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Winter Walks

Click here to find out more about winter walks including everything from health information and grooming to how best to stay visible in the dark!

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Remember Remember Your Pets This November!

It is vital to ensure our pets are happy and safe this Bonfire night so why not click here to view some helpful tips for this Bonfire night...

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Pet Owners Christmas Guide

The festive season is upon us, and whilst that means Christmas spirit by the truck load and lots of fantastic presents it often also means a spectacular amount of overeating and over drinking; which lets be honest tends to lead to excessive levels of lethargy, inactivity and additional hidden dangers around the home.. so why not click here to view our Christmas Guide for a happy healthy pet this festive season!

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Give Your Pet A Happy New Year!

Why not make a new years resolution on behalf of your furry friend to help them live a healthier life...

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