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The August bank holiday weekend is upon us… whether you will be heading to the coast, off on a walking adventure or taking it easy at home, we just wanted to let you that opening hours, should you need us. On Monday 30th August both Rugeley and Stafford will be closed to give our hard …
We understand that noisy celebrations in Rugeley such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, Christmas and New Year can cause nervousness in pets. However, by taking the appropriate steps to plan ahead of these scheduled events, you can minimise unnecessary stress and anxiety for your pet. Signs of anxiety to look out for in cats Hiding …
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To ensure you know the dangers associated with autumn, we have compiled together our guidance as we transition from spring to autumn. We want you all to stay safe this season. Clocks changing The changes with the clocks going back next month sees an increase in pet-related road traffic accidents and cat fights. The change …
Like humans, pets often suffer from everyday stress that can lead to issues which can cause them to become anxious or stressed. Unfortunately, while humans have some means at their disposal to deal with such issues, pets aren’t so lucky. So here are some effective ways to help reduce and relieve anxiety and stress in …
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We understand that noisy celebrations in Rugeley such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, Christmas and New Year can cause nervousness in pets. However, by taking the appropriate steps to plan ahead of these scheduled events, you can minimise unnecessary stress and anxiety for your pet. Signs of anxiety to look out for in dogs Pacing …
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We know regular veterinary visits benefit our cats – but taking them for an appointment in Rugeley can pose a challenge if not done correctly. Cats by nature are independent, territorial and need to feel in control. So – all these things can make trips to the vets eventful for both you and your cat. …
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The end of the summer holidays brings with it another change in home life for our pets in Rugeley. When considering this change, we could put them in one of two camps: those looking forward to the peace and quiet and those dreading not being with us 24/7. If your pet falls into the first …
We all enjoy getting out in the sunshine in Rugeley; however, it is not always true for our pets! Any animal can overheat in hot weather, and we can often forget how tough it can be on our pets that live in hutches, such as rabbits and guinea pigs. It can be easy to assume …
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Keeping our pets safe is important to all of us as pet owners. They trust us with their care and protection and, as well as feeding, exercising and cuddling them, that includes identifying them so that we can be reunited if we are parted. A microchip literally identifies your pet as belonging to you. It …
Every year we celebrate Rabbit Awareness Week, a week dedicated to our rabbits. This year is the 15th year of the celebration, where we will be hopping through the years, as we provide you with the best information about how to care for your rabbit and how adapting their care throughout their years will help …
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