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When vomiting and diarrhoea need a vet’s help

by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice DOGS especially are prone to getting diarrhoea and, though less frequently, vomiting. Cats are generally…

Crufts champ!

Bourton pupil Hollie fought off fierce competition at this year’s Crufts YOUNG dog lover Hollie Batchelor came back from Crufts…

Why should I neuter my cat?

by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice It is important to consider all the associated factors when considering whether to neuter your…

Dog-friendly venue Coffee & Canines opening in Gillingham

DOGGIES and drinks are at the centre of a new venue in Gillingham. Coffee & Canines,…

When is a lump on my dog a worry?

by Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. It can be difficult to know when to get a lump checked out. A general…

Website maps Alabama Rot

AN online map details all known cases of Alabama Rot – a potentially fatal dog disease. The map, from the…

Worms can cause significant harm

By Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. INTERNAL worms are parasites that can live in various places within the body. Typically, they…

Docking, dew claw removal, and ear cropping and declawing

By Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. Removal of body parts for preventative or cosmetic reasons has long caused emotive responses between…

Just another day in the life of a vet…

By Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. A day in small animal veterinary practice can be very varied. This can make each…

Keep your pets safe from harm this Christmas

By Lynn Broom Longmead Veterinary Practice. It’s that time of year where we all get together and eat our own body…