Pets

Royston Vets: Skin Issues in Pets!  Skin issues are a common health problem experienced by pets, especially during the warmer months. These problems can be a result of seasonal allergies (to pollen or plants, for example), stress, parasites or infections. Any skin issue can cause significant discomfort for your pet, especially if they are left […]

Royston Vets: Don’t forget to check your pets – Grass Seed!  A grass seed may appear small and harmless however it can cause great problems for your pets. During the summer months when the grass is long, it is common for grass seeds to become trapped in a dog’s fur. If this is not removed

Royston Vets: Fleas and Ticks Spring is here, but with hotter temperatures and more time outside, this also means an increased risk of a flea and tick infestation. Fleas are tiny insects that live by sucking and consuming blood. Only a small number of fleas are normally present on dogs and cats, as the most

News from Royston Vets – Anxiety in Pets Our pets can experience feelings of anxiety and stress, it’s commonly misunderstood and people fail to realise it’s an issue before it becomes out of hand. Common signs that we see are changes in behaviour and posture, panting, lip licking and pacing. These quite often develop into

Royston Vets: Keep Your Pets Active Joint problems are very common in dogs and cats and can even affect young animals, significantly affecting their day to day life. As pets age, wear and tear in the joints can dramatically reduce mobility and cause joint pain. Excessive wear and tear can also be caused by inherited

With winter comes considerably colder temperatures and darker evenings, potentially putting your beloved pets at higher risk of injury. Here are some top tips to ensure you and your pets are prepared for winter! To keep your pet warm, consider a sweater/coat for them – especially if they are old/elderly or have short hair. If

Royston Vets – Grass Seed Season Spring and summer are lovely seasons for taking long walks on the green with our dogs…but be careful about grass seeds! In fact, grass seeds are in the terminal part of shrubs or grasses and at some point, they become dry and hard and can detach from the rest