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Taking on a new pet is a big commitment, no matter how big or small the animal you're thinking of bringing home.

Myxomatosis is a severe disease that affects rabbits.  It’s caused by a virus that attacks the eyes, skin, lungs, liver and genitals.  Sadly, there is no cure for myxomatosis and it’s often fatal. 

Rabbits can be lots of fun but as many owners already know, keeping bunnies as pets isn’t always easy.

As July begins, so do our plans to welcome customers back inside our surgery buildings.

Obviously, in these challenging times, we still want to support our clients by ensuring their pets are fully protected from fleas and worms.

Many businesses are updating contingencies related to the rapidly unfolding Coronavirus pandemic and we are no exception.

Many businesses are updating contingencies related to the rapidly unfolding Coronavirus pandemic and we are no exception.

To make sure your pet is able to travel from the UK to the EU after Brexit, you should contact your vet at least 4 months before travelling to get the latest advice.

Keeping your rabbits in tip-top condition isn’t difficult, but it’s important to recognise problems early. If you check your rabbits carefully you will soon become familiar with their eating habits, behaviour, and general body condition.

Flystrike happens when flies lay their eggs on your rabbit, and those eggs hatch out into maggots. Maggots from blowflies: bluebottles and green bottles, are the most dangerous.

Rabbits are happiest when kept in pairs or groups, neutering allows them to do this without the worry of reproduction. It also prevents health problems sometimes life-threatening, especially in females.

April is neutering awareness month here at The Pet Vet because early spring is a good time to consider the benefits of neutering as this is the time when your pets' hormones will kick in and they will become most sexually active.