Helping Dogs and Cats Drink More Water: Easy Hydration Tips That Work

Practical advice on pet hydration, from D&T Vets in Rugeley. Getting pets to drink enough water can feel surprisingly tricky, especially with cats. But good hydration is one of the simplest ways to support your pet’s health, energy levels and comfort. The good news is that small changes can make a big difference. Here’s an …

Safe Plants for Spring and Summer: What Cat and Dog Owners Need to Know

Which plants are poisonous to dogs and cats, which are safer to keep, and what to do if your pet has been near a lily. Advice from D&T Vets in Rugeley. As spring and summer arrive, homes and gardens fill with colour. While plants and flowers brighten up living spaces, they can also pose hidden …

Pet Insurance Explained: What It Is, What It Is Not, and Why It Matters

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A plain-English guide to pet insurance in the UK, from the team at Donnachie & Townley Vets in Rugeley. Pet insurance is one of those topics many owners mean to look into but often put off until something goes wrong. It can feel confusing, full of small print, and hard to compare. Yet when your …

Taking Your Dog on Holiday in the UK and Abroad: What Pet Owners Should Know

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Practical advice on travelling with your dog to Europe and around the UK, from the team at Donnachie & Townley Vets in Rugeley. Holidays are meant to be relaxing, and for many people that includes bringing the dog along. Whether you are planning a staycation in the UK or travelling overseas, a little preparation makes …

Vital Pet Products for Dogs and Cats and How Your Vet Can Help

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Dogs and cats share our homes, but their needs are very different. Choosing the right products for each species is essential for keeping them healthy, comfortable and content. With so many pet products available, it can be difficult to know what is genuinely helpful and what is unnecessary. Below is a simple guide to vital …

Top Green Accolade For Vets’ Environmental Work

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A Staffordshire vet team has earned a prestigious national environmental award recognising its work to cut waste and increase sustainability. Linnaeus-owned D&T Veterinary Centre, which has practices in Rugeley and Stafford, has been accredited as a Green practice – the highest level possible – by Investors in the Environment (iiE). iiE is a nationwide accreditation …

Our Vets put their best foot forward for World Wildlife Foundation!

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Our team members  are walking hundreds of miles in November to raise money for animals.   Ten employees at Linnaeus-owned Donnachie & Townley (D&T), in Rugeley, will be taking on the ‘60 miles in November’ challenge by the World Wildlife Foundation (WWF).   Everyone from vets through to nurses, management and the reception team are taking …