Regular, preventative pet-care news & advice

Read on for a host of preventative pet care news and advice that’s free and updated monthly. In the stories below you’ll find seasonal tips and information on how to keep your pet healthy. If you’d like us to email you whenever we update the news then simply…

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Puppy socialisation

May 10th, 2021

It is vitally important that owners of puppies learn to read their puppy’s emotional state.

Edgewood Vets list of poisonous plants for rabbits could save your pet (from Rabbit Welfare association)

May 7th, 2021

Not everything that grows in your garden this summer will be safe for your furry friend. Learn which plants are poisonous for rabbits.

Understand the mental health benefits of living with a pet rabbit

April 21st, 2021

Pet rabbits are a firm favourite of Edgewood Vets’ nursing team when it comes to benefiting your mental health.

Petcare basics every new dog owner needs to understand

April 14th, 2021

The team at Edgewood Veterinary Group is using National Pet Month to offer basic advice to anyone who’s bought a dog during lockdown.

Nicola explains how to buy a new kitten

April 7th, 2021

If you know anyone who’s considering buying a new kitten during the last few weeks of lockdown, please point them at this article from our head nurse.

How to check your cat for fleas and flea dirt

March 21st, 2021

Checking your cat for pesky parasites like fleas, and their flea dirt, is all part of owning a cat, advises head nurse, Nicola Watson.

Do you know how to check your rabbit for worms?

March 14th, 2021

Some worms can live in rabbits undetected, but can grow to large numbers and cause health issues. Jürgen has some advice.

Head nurse Nicola has some important advice on worming dogs

March 7th, 2021

Dogs can be more at risk of contracting worms this season. We’ve got you covered with our dog worming advice for spring.

Jürgen Theinert explains what good oral health in dogs looks like

February 21st, 2021

When it comes to caring for your pet’s oral health, do you know what your dog’s teeth and mouth should look like?

Rabbit owners in Essex need this life-saving dental advice

February 14th, 2021

When it comes to a rabbit’s oral health issues, knowing the symptoms to look out for is vital. Read our lifesaving dental advice for rabbits.