Rowan Vets' news & pet care advice
We’ve got a wide range of preventative pet care news and advice that’s free and updated monthly, right here for you. Read the stories below to find helpful seasonal tips and information on how to keep your pets healthy and happy.
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How does a vet diagnose your pet?
Animals don’t talk so they can’t tell us where it hurts or how they feel. So how does a vet find the clues and diagnose your pet?
The importance of regular health checks
Ever wondered why the vet asks you lots of questions about your pet, and what the vet is looking for when they examine your pet? We have the answers here.
Cats – Improving their home environment
Creating the right home environment for your cat is very important. Learn about the effects of living in a multi-cat household and how you can help your cats cope.
Mental Health – Is your pet bored?
Is your cat or dog bored? Read about pet mental and physical health, and download our free guides for pet entertainment.
Parasites and your pet – Worms
Worms are another parasite that you should protect your pet against – read about the top three that owners should know about.
Is your cat overweight?
Dogs are not the only pet that can struggle with their weight. Many cats in the UK are considered to be overweight or obese too.
Obesity and how it affects your dog
Obesity in pets in the UK is a massive problem. Up to 50% of pets are above their ideal weight for their breed, age and sex. Could your dog be?
Fleas – what are they?
The flea is a robust parasite. It reproduces quickly and their eggs spread throughout your home before you’ve even noticed your pet is scratching more than usual.
Your pet and fleas! The itchy truth!
Spring is in the air – a time to start forming some habits to help your pets avoid problems with pesky parasites like fleas.
Rabbit Vaccinations – RVHD1 & RVHD2
Sadly, the two main rabbit diseases myxomatosis and R-VHD are most often fatal. Learn why vaccinations are so important.
