Christmas hazards

We wish you and your pets a very happy festive period. With lots to think about it can be easy to forget the Christmas hazards that may face our furry friends in Gloucester. Most of the risks are present all year round, however, we do see an increase in pets eating hazards materials or foods.…

Festive opening hours

With Christmas in Gloucester just around the corner, we wanted to ensure we had our Festive opening hours for the holiday period in place for you. Please see below our opening times over Christmas and New Year. Abbeydale Christmas Eve: 8am to 7pm Christmas Day: CLOSED Boxing Day: CLOSED 27th December: 10am to 2pm 28th…

Better to check

Finding lumps and bumps in our pets can be worrying for pet owners in Gloucester. Throughout this article we will provide you with everything you need to know should you find a lump on your pet’s body. We are here for you and your pets and together, we can help them live happier, healthier lives.…

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Important information

We have recently carried out a review of our prices in Gloucester. These changes will be implemented from 24 November 2021. Please note that all existing quotes prior to 24 November will be honoured for four weeks. If you have any questions, please speak to a member of our team. Thank you for your continued…

Walking your dog safely in autumn and winter

  The nights are getting darker in Gloucester and there’s a chill in the air, but your dog still needs regular walks in order to stay fit and healthy. Here are some suggestions to keep both you and your pet safe whilst exercising during the coming months. Make yourself visible Lack of daylight sees an…

Dog owner warns of fly tipping dangers during walkies

Our client Pam wants dog owners in Gloucester to be aware of potential dangers when out walking their dogs, after her lurcher Ruby was badly injured by broken mirrors dumped irresponsibly on Robinswood Hill. Pam was walking eight year old Ruby when when suddenly she gave out a blood curdling yelp and fell to the floor. …

Cardiomyopathy in cats

There are a number of different heart diseases that can affect our cats in Gloucester; however, cardiomyopathy is the most common. But what is it and how do you know if your cat has it? We explore further below: What is cardiomyopathy? The term cardiomyopathy covers any disease that affects the heart muscle. There are…

Mitral valve disease (MVD) in dogs

There are many different heart conditions that can affect our dogs in Gloucester; however, mitral valve disease (MVD) is by far the most common. But what is MVD, and how do you know if your dog has it? We explore further below: What is mitral valve disease (MVD)? Also referred to as degenerative valve disease,…

Preparing your pets for a change in season

As we move from one season to another, we think about the number of layers we need to wear and whether we need to alter our daily routine to cope with these changes in Gloucester. Whilst we consider the alterations we need to make; it is important to ensure that we also prepare our pets…

Learn how to identify and reduce worry, anxiety and stress in your pet

Just like humans, our pets can experience worry, anxiety and stress. Since we know how these emotions make us feel, we certainly want to help alleviate our pet’s distress where we can. However, our pets cannot voice their feelings, so how can we tell they are experiencing these emotions? The signs in pets are often…