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 nurses in Appleby Magna share Christmas bunny-proofing tips
Seasonal changes, Christmas decorations, and an influx of festive well-wishers can all pose problems for pet rabbits – learn why here.
Dogs will love STAR Vets’ guide to a tail-wagging December
The team at STAR Vets have shared their top 5 UK places to take dogs plus alternative fun you and your dog can have at home.
14 pre-winter checks all cat owners should do
It is important to prepare for winter weather when you have cats. Get our helpful checklist here.
Can you walk your dog when it is freezing cold and in the snow?
Cold weather can pose serious risks for pets so the team at STAR Vets have some tips for you.
STAR Vets’ guide to winter care for pet mice and rats
With the risk of power cuts and frozen pipes, plus heat, food, and supply shortages, how will you keep your pet mice or rats healthy this winter?
4-point firework plan for keeping rabbits & guinea pigs calm
Vet Caroline Ward advises that owners of rabbits and guinea pigs should make a plan asap to help their pets cope.
Firework season is coming – tips for helping your cat cope
Vet Caroline Ward has some advice for cat owners on how to help their pets cope with the risks posed by loud and sudden noises.
Get your dog ready for firework season with STAR Vets’ advice
Discover how to help your dog cope in the weeks leading up to firework season and get our doggy den building guide.
Get STAR Vets’ 6-point cat checklist to do at home
Cats are notorious for hiding pain and illness. Use our cat checklist to monitor important health changes at home.
Appleby Magna Vet Nurses give top tips to new guinea pig owners
Good food, a comfy home, simple toys – it doesn’t take much to make a guinea pig happy. Read our top tips here.
