Health & Wellbeing

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Canine Lymphoma

18 September 2025
Understanding Canine Lymphoma: What Pet Owners Need to Know 🐾 Hearing that your dog may have cancer is one of the most worrying moments for any pet owner. At our practice, we believe knowledge is power — and the more you understand about conditions like canine lymphoma, the better equipped you’ll be to make decisions that help your pet live
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Autumn fruits poisoning in dogs

17 September 2025
As summer draws to a close, the changing seasons bring a wide variety of autumn fruits to our gardens, parks, and countryside. While many people enjoy the colours and abundance of this time of year, it also presents potential hazards for our pets. Dogs in particular are naturally curious and often investigate or eat fallen fruits during walks or while
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10 signs your pet is in pain

24 July 2025
Signs Your Pet Might Be in Pain: How to Recognize the Symptoms 🐾 Pets can’t tell us when they’re hurting, so it’s up to us to be extra observant and watch for signs of discomfort. Whether they’re in physical or emotional distress, it’s important to address their pain as soon as possible. Here are some signs that your pet might
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Ziggy’s endoscopy

25 June 2025
This tale highlights the incredible value of having a specialist endoscopy service at Orchard House. More importantly, it showcases why an experienced vet can make all the difference… Meet Ziggy, a typical puppy with a zest for life! This 15-month-old Cocker Spaniel is always happy and bouncy. On a recent adventure, Ziggy was bounding through a field, leaping up and
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Dental awareness month special offer

12 February 2025
Until the 30th April we are offering a discount on the cost of a scale and polish.  Book an appointment today —– FAQ’s What is a scale and polish?  A scale and polish is a dental procedure that removes tartar and plaque from a dog’s teeth and smooths them with a polish. It’s similar to what a dental hygienist does
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Pet dental awareness month

11 February 2025
Pet dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian to check for early signs of a problem and to keep your pet’s mouth healthy. Oral health in dogs
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Arthritis in dogs and cats

18 September 2024
Arthritis, or Osteoarthritis, is a common condition in both dogs and cats that cause joints to become swollen and painful. Whilst it is an uncurable condition, pain management is an effective way to suppress symptoms. Osteoarthritis can affect dogs and cats of any age, but it is more commonly seen in older pets. What is Osteoarthritis? This is unfortunately a
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Halloween dangers for pets – our top 3 tips.

29 August 2024
Halloween dangers for pets – what are they? How can you avoid a tricky situation and keep your pet calm? We are here to help. Although Halloween is a fun time of year, we must put ourselves in the paws of our pets to take a look at how they might perceive Halloween. When we think about Halloween, what do
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Pet blood tests

25 July 2024
Everything you need to know As your veterinary practice, our aim is to support you and your pet to help them live happier, healthier lives. Pet blood tests cover all aspects of your pets’ health and these tests are important in helping us diagnose and arrange a treatment plan for your pet. Pet blood tests are not just limited to
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My dog has eaten rat poison – what should I do?

17 May 2024
If you suspect your dog has eaten rat poison, it is important to remain calm. Rat poison can be fatal for dogs, cats and all small animals, so it is extremely important to see a veterinary surgeon. Below is information on why rat poison is dangerous to your dog, and what to do in the event of them ingesting it.
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