Christmas pet Hazards

Posted 6th December 2008

Please read the following tips for keeping your pets out of danger during the festive season this year...........more

Practical Advice on pet ownership

Posted 15th November 2008

The government has recently published codes of practice on the care of cats, dogs and horses. These codes are intended to help pet owners better understand the needs of their animals and fulfil their duty of care established by the Animal Welfare Act 2006.............more

The benefits of pet ownership

Posted 7th November 2008

A dog welfare charity is calling on GPs to prescribe the benefits of dog ownership to their patients........more

Remember, remember your pets this November

Posted 10th October 2008

Autumn is the season of Guy Fawkes Night and Halloween, so while you may be outside celebrating, spare a thought for your pets. Cats and dogs should be kept indoors while the fireworks are flying, and if they are particularly frightened by the bangs and crashes, it may be worth speaking to one of our vets about obtaining a............more

Myxomatosis

Posted: 5th September 2008

Every year we see myxomatosis in pet rabbits. It is a fatal viral disease that starts with a swollen face and eyes, ears and bottom. It is progressively fatal and there is no cure. It is spread by insects such as mosquitoes and rabbit fleas. As most gardens around here are reasonably close to parks/scrub/wasteland/farmland most pet rabbits we serve are at risk.

But......it is preventable! One simple vaccination a year protects most rabbits, and there is a licensed insecticide as well for rabbits.

Your rabbit is at high risk unless vaccinated. Phone us today to book this simple measure to protect your bunny.

Special Offer at our Downton Surgery

Posted: 1st August 2008

£180 of vouchers for new clients registering by 30th September 08. Can be used towards neutering, vaccinations, consultations, flea and worm treatment etc.

Just present this voucher at the Downton surgery

Dog Thefts on the Increase

Posted: 12th July 2008

BBC1 news gave out a warning to dog owners this morning. There has been a recent rise in dog thefts in the UK. The breeds most at risk are

Having your pet identichipped with a tag hanging from its collar showing that your dog is yours is one deterrent to would-be thieves.

Kennel Cough Warning

Posted: 21st June 2008

Dogs can catch an Infectious Bronchitis or Kennel Cough from each other. It is carried in the form of droplets in the air. Your dog will develop a harsh hacking cough. It is commoner in dogs who socialise and come into contact with other dogs such as at shows, kennels, classes or even just at the park.

We are seeing more kennel cough as we speak (early June) and advise vaccination against it at present. Vaccination lasts one year and is given as a nose drop.

Our new practice opens

Posted: 21st May 2008

We are very pleased to announce the opening of our new practice. The address is Unit 1a Long Close Downton Wiltshire SP5 3HS. Telephone 01725 511492.

Our new Practice

Hampton Park Vets - making life better for pets and people.

Beware of simple shredders at home

Posted: 25th April 2008

A warning in this day and age when we are all aware of identity fraud and we all use shredders at home to destroy our important documents. There have been reported cases of shredders being left plugged in and the switch left on. If you own a curious dog or cat, they are at risk if they possibly lick the shredder of literally shredding their tongues. The outcome is fatal and obviously extremely distressing to both owner and pet.

Turn your shredders off when not in use!

Avoid feeding your dog Macadamia Nuts

Posted: 25th March 2008

More and more chocolate products seem to contain macadamia nuts and these have been shown to be toxic to dogs.

Avoid feeding your dog any chocolate anyway, but be especially careful of macadamia nuts in your pet. Signs of poisoning include weakness in the backlegs and general lethargy.