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August bank holiday

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.

Read more: August bank holiday opening hours 2021

How to prepare your cat ahead of fireworks

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.

Read more: How to prepare your cat ahead of fireworks

Autumn dangers

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.

Read more: Autumn dangers in Rugeley

Tips to keep your pet calm

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 pets.

Read more: Top tips to calm your anxious and stressed pet

How to prepare your dog ahead of fireworks

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.

Read more: How to prepare your dog ahead of fireworks

Taking your cat to the vet day

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.

Read more: Have a worry-free experience when taking your cat to the vet in Rugeley

Preparing your pet for home life changes

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.

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Heat awareness for animals in hutches

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.

Read more: Heat awareness for animals in hutches in Rugeley

Microchipping

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.

Read more: The importance of microchipping your pet

Rabbit awareness week 2021

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 your bunnies live happily and healthily into their golden years.

Read more: We're all ears when it comes to your rabbit

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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