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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 We would advise that you make sure your dog is safe – check records and if your dog’s vaccinations are out of date – we can advise on what is needed to check vaccination status or to re-establish the protection that vaccination gives.
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April 2014
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PARAGON VETERINARY GROUP Carlisle House, Townhead Road, Dalston, Carlisle CA5 7JF Tel: 01228 710208 vets@paragonvet.com TOWNHEAD VETERINARY CENTRE 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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