Pets april 2014 (5)

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Rabbit and Guinea Pig Health Checks Throughout April we are running free health checks for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs.

This is a great opportunity to have these often overlooked pets checked over by a vet. We will discuss with you the best way to care for these lovely animals to give them a long and happy life.

During the 20 minute appointment, the animals will be given a thorough health check, their teeth will be examined and a free nail clip given if needed.

The Vet will also give advice on neutering, vaccination and worming.

We are also offering 10% off the cost of neutering rabbits and guinea pigs, and 10% off the cost of their food and accessories on sale in our waiting rooms.

Parvo on the increase?

There have been reports recently of a rise in the number of Parvovirus cases in dogs. This does appear to be true although the numbers are nothing like prevaccination days of the late 1970s and 1980s.

Parvo can be a very acute, nasty disease which is not uncommonly fatal, and any increase in numbers of cases is a worry.

As with any disease which has an effective vaccination (e.g. measles) a rise in numbers may occur due to reduced vaccination within the community, either due to complacency, or concerns about over-vaccination, or possibly due to a change in the organism causing the disease.

With Parvovirus there has definitely been a relaxation in vaccination, allowing the disease to become established again.

We would advise that you make sure your dog is safe – check records and if your dog’s vaccinations are out of date – we can advise on what is needed to check vaccination status or to re-establish the protection that vaccination gives.

PARAGON VETERINARY GROUP

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April 2014

Contact us:

PARAGON VETERINARY GROUP Carlisle House, Townhead Road, Dalston, Carlisle CA5 7JF Tel: 01228 710208 vets@paragonvet.com TOWNHEAD

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Newbiggin, Stainton, Penrith, CA11 0HT Tel: 01768 483789

townhead@paragonvet.com LONDON ROAD SURGERY 87 London Road Carlisle CA1 2LG Tel: 01228 591005

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SENIOR HEALTH CLINICS by EMMA STURCH (Veterinary Nurse)

AGE - something that creeps up on us all!

We are now offering senior health clinics for all dogs aged 8 years and older, and all cats aged 10 years plus.

These clinics consist of a 30 minute appointment with one of our qualified nurses at a cost of just £15.

During the appointment, we will examine your pet, analyse a urine sample and also offer a blood screen at a discounted price. By doing this we aim to detect any changes in your pet’s organ functions, such as early signs of renal (kidney) disease and take action, either treating the disease or slowing it down.

Another condition easily picked up with these tests, is diabetes.

Overall, we are working towards giving your pet a healthier, happier and longer quality of life.

What you (the owner) need to do: • Collect a urine sample from your pet, on the day of the appointment (the fresher the better, as the test will be much more accurate).

• Arrive 10 minutes before your allocated appointment time to complete a questionnaire about your pet. This will also help to detect any behavioural changes in your pet, which are related to ageing.

If you would like further information on these clinics, then please call one of our surgeries, where one of our nurses will be happy to speak to you.

WAITING ROOM CORNER We all love our pets - but we don’t always love the way they smell! If you would like to lessen the pet aroma in your home we have a range of scented candles designed to do the job. They come in a variety of scents - from bamboo to strawberry - they cost just £8.50 and they will burn for an amazing 70 hours each.

PARAGON VETERINARY GROUP Visit us at: www.paragonvet.com and please ‘like’ us on FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/ParagonVets.Pets