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Christmas hazards

We wish you and your pets a very happy festive period in Rugeley. With lots to think about it can be easy to forget the risks that are associated with Christmas and our pets. Most of the risks are present all year round, however, we do see an increase in pets eating hazards materials or foods. Our guide below covers the main hazards that are encountered during the festive period.

Read more: Christmas hazards in Rugeley.

Festive opening hours

With Christmas around the corner in Rugeley, we wanted to ensure we had our opening times for the festive period in place for you.

Read more: Festive opening hours in Rugeley.

Better to check

Finding lumps and bumps in our pets can be worrying in Rugeley. Throughout this article we will provide you with everything you need to know should you find a lump on your pet’s body.

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important-information

We have recently carried out a review of our prices in Rugeley. These changes will be implemented from 29 November 2021.

Read more: Important information 2021

Walking your dog safely in autumn and winter

The nights are getting darker in Rugeley and there’s a chill in the air, but your dog still needs regular walks in order to stay fit and healthy. Walking your dogs safely is still a priority. Here are some suggestions to keep both you and your pet safe whilst exercising during the coming months.

Read more: Walking your dogs safely in autumn and winter

Cardiomyopathy in cats

There are a number of different heart diseases that can affect our cats in Rugeley; however, cardiomyopathy in cats is the most common. But what is it and how do you know if your cat has it? We explore further below:

Read more: Cardiomyopathy in cats

MVD in dogs

There are many different heart conditions that can affect our dogs in Rugeley; however, mitral valve disease (MVD) is by far the most common. But what is MVD, and how do you know if your dog has it?

Read more: Mitral Valve Disease (MVD) in dogs

D&T Stuart Cashmore

If you're a regular here at D&T you may have crossed paths with vet Stuart Cashmore, who joined us earlier this year. University of London in 1999. He worked for a year on the East Yorkshire coast but moved back home in autumn of 2000.

Read more: Meet the Team - Stuart Cashmore

Change in season

As we move from one season to another in Rugeley, we think about the number of layers we need to wear and whether we need to alter our daily routine to cope with the changes. Whilst we consider the alterations we need to make; it is important to ensure that we also prepare our pets for the season ahead.

Read more: Preparing your pet for a change in season

Anxiety in cats and dogs

Just like humans, our pets can experience worry, anxiety and stress. Since we know how these emotions make us feel, we certainly want to help alleviate our pet’s distress where we can. However, our pets cannot voice their feelings, so how can we tell they are experiencing these emotions? The signs our pets give off in and around Rugeley are often subtle.

Read more: Learn how to identify and reduce worry, anxiety and stress in your pet

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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