Dogs

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The topics that we have put together for you below are intended as a guide to routine healthcare issues that might affect your dog.

Caring for your new puppy or kitten!

Vaccinations - is your pet protected?

The first vaccinations

The annual booster and health examination

Kennel Cough

Ear Cleaning

Identichips - Keep your pet safe

Can you pinch an inch?

Reinventing the meal!

Take care of those teeth!

How can I prevent dental disease?

Arthritis: new life for affected pets

Pet Passports

Fleas, worms and other parasites

The first vaccinations

Two or more vaccinations are given as a primary course at around 8 weeks and 10 weeks, giving your pet immunity for the first year of life.

The annual booster and health examination

Immunity to infectious diseases is not indefinite, and will gradually fall over time leaving your pet at risk. Regular annual booster vaccinations are needed to stimulate your pet's immunity, thereby minimising the risk when challenged by a natural infection. At the same time, we like to carry out a thorough health examination, and also look at other aspects of pet health care such as worming, flea control and diets. This is also an ideal time to ask any questions you may have regarding your pet's health.

If you would like any further information on vaccinations or the annual health examination, please do not hesitate to call your branch surgery or our advice line.