Vaccinations

As the saying goes, prevention is far better than cure. Fortunately vaccines are available for many of the major fatal diseases that your animals may face and form an important part in disease control. It is not only important that your pet receives an annual booster but also an annual health check. This allows a thorough examination by the vet which can be crucial in diagnosing conditions that can be treated if picked up early.

The following vaccinations are available, please click on a vaccination to view.

DOGS   CATS               RABBITS   HORSES               PARASITE CONTROL

Payment

To keep our costs and prices as low as possible, we ask for payment at the time of treatment. Most major credit and debit cards are accepted, along with guaranteed cheques and cash.

We also take payments over the phone.

Your vet will be happy to give an estimate of the likely costs of any recommended treatment on request.

Please inform the Veterinary Surgeon if you are on a limited budget. See the PDSA PetAid section.

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Dogs Vaccinations

Vaccination is against distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus and parainfluenza virus.

Additional vaccination against kennel cough is available and is particularly useful if your dog attends shows, goes into boarding kennels or socialises with a number of other dogs. Rabies vaccine for animals travelling abroad or requiring Pet Passports is available.

Puppies are vaccinated at 8 + 10 weeks of age. All dogs require annual vaccinations.

For puppies that have had their first vaccinations please contact your local surgery for further information.

Cat Vaccinations

Vaccination is against cat flu, enteritis, leukaemia and chlamydia. Kittens are vaccinated at 9-12 weeks of age. Cats require annual vaccination.

Rabbits

Vaccination against myxomatosis and viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD) is available. Annual vaccinations are recommended.
Vaccines can be given from 6 weeks of age.

Horses

Equine 'flu and tetanus

All vaccinations include a full health check for your pet.

The surgery will advise you on what is best for your animal, and on when to start the course.

Parasite Control

The downside of having pets is discovering their little friends that sometimes come with them. Effective flea control is easily achieved by using a spot on preparation to treat your pet and the house.

Worming, especially in your pet’s first 6 months of life, is very important for the health of you, your family and your pet.

It is best to do this every month up to the age of 6 months and then every 3 months thereafter, with a simple tablet. These are available from the surgery.

More information is available at www.fleatickfacts.com and www.wormfree.co.uk.

All new puppies and kittens get their first flea and worm treatment free of charge.

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