Pet care news & advice

 

Read on for a host of preventative pet care news and advice that’s free & updated monthly. In the stories below you’ll find seasonal tips & 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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Vet Caroline Ward recommends six dental checks every dog owner should be making

February 21st, 2023

Download our simple checklist and follow our head vet’s advice sheet to help your dog’s teeth stay in tip top condition.

Important dental advice for rabbits, guinea pigs & other small pets

February 14th, 2023

Is your rabbit, guinea pig, hamster, or rat showing signs of lethargy or reduced appetite? The cause could be underlying dental problems.

80% of cats in Derbyshire will suffer from gum disease by the age of three

February 7th, 2023

Please make sure your cat’s teeth & gums are healthy NOW and consider popping in for a dental check-up at STAR Vets.

Bunny full of bounce? Learn how to make your rabbit happy

January 21st, 2023

STAR Vets’ head nurse has put together some simple advice for keeping your pet rabbit on top form all year.

7 ways to keep your cat content while you’re at work

January 14th, 2023

Cats need stimulating activities and inspiring surroundings. Read STAR Vets’ advice on how to provide them.

Six easy ways to perk up your pooch in the new year

January 7th, 2023

Looking for ways to perk up your pooch? Read our article for advice on how to combat boredom in dogs including dog game ideas.

How cat stress presents itself

December 21st, 2022

STAR Vets’ cat-loving team have put together a guide on cat stress for you.

Bonfire Night, Christmas, New Year – how to help stressed dogs cope

December 14th, 2022

As you head into 2023, how can you and your dog enjoy some calm and a return to routine?

Vets in Appleby Magna highlight the signs of a stressed small pet

December 7th, 2022

Our Vet team discuss what may be causing the potential stress and how to limit its effects on them.

Cat and dog owners need Caroline’s Christmas list of pet poisons

November 21st, 2022

Chocolate, mistletoe, tinsel… what can harm pets at Christmas? Get Vet Caroline’s list and keep these items out of reach.