by admin | Oct 2, 2024 | Pet Owner Advice
A lot of pet owners dread the impending fireworks season. As the nights draw in, there is that unmistakeable ‘bang’ out of nowhere that can turn even the most stoic dogs into a quivering wreck. Noise ‘phobias’ are, unfortunately, very common in our pets. These can...
by admin | Aug 30, 2024 | Pet Owner Advice
We have seen a lot of young, injured, or chilly hedgehogs brought into the practice in recent weeks by concerned members of the public. This time of year, our prickly friends should be making and changing nests, hunting for food in the daytime and evening and young...
by admin | Aug 22, 2024 | Pet Owner Advice
Did you know our RVNs, Fiona and Frankie, routinely perform nurse clinics here at Boroughbridge Vets? These clinics include: Monthly weigh and worming appointments for puppies and kittens Weight management for all pets Librela, Cytopoint and Osteopen injections...
by admin | Aug 7, 2024 | Pet Owner Advice
Guinea pigs are very social and chatty pets, and are best kept in neutered same-sex groups. Their average life span is 5-6 years and typically grow to weigh 900-1500g (males growing larger than females). Guinea pigs’ teeth never stop growing, similar to rabbits, so...
by admin | Jun 24, 2024 | Pet Owner Advice
A rabbit’s diet is an extremely important part of their husbandry. This should consist mainly of good quality hay or fresh grass, small volumes of pelleted food, fresh water, fresh greens, and only the occasional snack. Rabbits are wonderful pets, but their...
