Owning a pet is an amazing and rewarding experience. The unconditional love and companionship our furry friends give us can have a truly profound effect on our lives and change them for the better. In return, it is our duty as owners to ensure they are as comfortable and healthy as possible. However, for…
Our Calverton branch has begun hosting puppy parties run by our receptionist Jess Feargrieve, who is a qualified puppy training class instructor. The classes run for four weeks on a Tuesday evening 7.30-8.30pm. Jess charges £40 per puppy for the course. Over the four weeks she covers: Eye contact House rules Recall Crate training Play biting Handling…
Alpacas are rapidly increasing in popularity with an estimated 45,000 now living in the UK. As a profession, vets’ understanding of these animals has increased hugely in recent years thanks to ongoing research and experience. Historically they would often have been treated as oddly shaped sheep! However these days we have the knowledge and…
Minster Veterinary Centre Ltd Southwell, Nottinghamshire. We are a privately owned, client friendly mixed practice in Nottinghamshire with 3 fully functioning surgeries and two branch practices. We currently require an additional vet for our mixed team. The position would be suitable for any mixed vet with experience however recent graduates would be considered. As you…
There are plenty of ways that a pet can help our own wellbeing. From reducing stress and anxiety, to improving mental health and developing social skills, having a pet can have tangible benefits. So, it’s only right that we do the very best we can to ensure the best health and well-being for our pets…
Veterinary emergencies are usually unexpected and unavoidable which means you can never be too prepared for (or directly predict) what is going to happen. At the best of times a veterinary emergency is stressful and unsettling – but how do you know when a situation is an urgent emergency? Just like humans, our pets can…
Pets are part of the family and we love to involve them in our Christmas celebrations but how can we do it in a way that keeps them happy and safe? Toxic plants, indulgent treats and bustling houses – there are some parts of a traditional Christmas that don’t mix well with pets. Luckily, our…
Recent medical and press articles have highlighted an emerging threat of RHD2 (VHD-2 or RvHD-2), a variant strain of haemorrhagic diahorrea in rabbits that is rapidly fatal but not covered by the standard vaccines commonly used in the UK. Clinical signs are rarely seen due to the dramatic effect of the disease and sudden…
The pet travel scheme (PETS) allows dogs, cats and ferrets to travel through the EU and certain other countries based on a passport, microchip, rabies vaccination and certain pre-travel checks. The system has changed over the years but currently only has a 21 day wait from rabies vaccination to travel with no post vaccination blood…
Minster Veterinary Centre Kitten Package – The Best Start For Your New Companion It is important that your new bundle of fluff gets off to the best possible start in life. Preventative healthcare will play a major role in that, alongside diet, lifestyle and surroundings. Vaccinations are a vital part of preventative health…