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Easter opening hours

Whether you’re planning a weekend break or a few days at home, we will be here over the Easter weekend should you need us; however, our opening hours will vary from our usual times.

Read more: Easter opening hours 2022

Spring hazards

Spring in Rugeley is an exciting time for most of us, pets included! Lighter nights mean more opportunities for being outdoors in the Rugeley area. To ensure a happy and safe season for your animals, take a minute to make yourself aware of hidden dangers which could lead to a poorly pet.

Read more: Spring hazards in Rugeley

Role of a veterinary surgeon

Our veterinary surgeons in Rugeley (commonly known as vets) serve the healthcare needs of animals. Once qualified as a vet, there are many roles such as teaching, research, government and clinical work. Clinical vets can work with farm animals, zoo animals, horses, laboratory animals, pets or a mixture. It is an incredibly diverse and challenging job.

Read more: The role of a veterinary surgeon in Rugeley

Kennel cough vaccine

Does your dog come into regular contact with other dogs in Rugeley? Maybe out on walks, our at the local park in Rugeley, or when they’re staying in kennels? If so, we’d highly recommend a Kennel Cough vaccine or booster.

Read more: Protect your dog against kennel cough

Tortoise parasite prevention

Do you own a tortoise and live in Rugeley? If so, it is recommended to have a worm count carried out on your tortoise twice a year.

Read more: Tortoise parasite prevention

Tooth Brushing Guide for Small Animals

Brushing is by far the best method of keeping your pet's teeth clean in Rugeley and is more successful if taken in stages. Ideally, it would help if you brushed your dog's teeth at least once daily or three times per week at a minimum to help remove plaque and prevent tartar build-up.

Read more: Tooth Brushing Guide for Small Animals

The importance of vaccinations

Let’s look at why annual visits are important for your pet.  

Read more: Do you ever wonder why your pet needs its annual boosters?

Feline hypertension

Feline hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, commonly affects cats aged seven years or older in Rugeley. As your cat ages, the risk of developing hypertension increases.

Read more: Calling all cats aged seven or above in Rugeley!

D&T PHC promo

As pet owners in Rugeley, we all want the best for our four-legged friends, but we also know that pet ownership can be expensive. By becoming a member of our Pet Health for Life plan you can spread the cost of essential healthcare and save money.

Read more: 5 benefits to joining our Pet Health for Life plan

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Donnachie & Townley Veterinary Centre

Rugeley

The Veterinary Centre
29 Market Street
Rugeley, Staffordshire
WS15 2JH

Tel: 01889 582023

Stafford

Units E and F, Madford Retail Park
Foregate Street
Stafford
ST16 2QY

Tel: 01785 213404