News & Advice

Overriding dorsal spinous processes AKA ‘Kissing spines’

June 4th, 2022

Reduced space between the dorsal spinous processes (DSP’s) of the spinal vertebrae or touching spinal processes is called ‘overriding dorsal spinous processes’. Also referred to as ‘kissing spines’.

Why choose rabbits, hamsters, or other small furry pets for your child

May 26th, 2022

Whilst some small furries can be rewarding first pets, they also require a lot of dedication and commitment – get our advice.

Why all Northamptonshire cats need a microchip in 2022

May 21st, 2022

‘Lost & found’ is not the only reason our Towcester veterinary team recommend cat microchipping. Learn about the new law.

Towcester Vets share how to keep rabbits cool during summer

May 14th, 2022

Discover how to keep your rabbits cool in summer, plus get more health tips from our team here.

Towcester Vets’ nurses give vital pre-summer dog advice

May 7th, 2022

Now the sun has joined us, it is time to think about what your dog needs to be prepared for summer – get our advice here.

Understanding Ragwort poisoning in horses

May 4th, 2022

The ingestion of Ragwort, Senecio jacobea, is one of the most common causes of poisoning in horses in the UK.

Travel sickness & safety: Our vet has advice for dogs, cats & small furries

April 21st, 2022

Get our Vet’s advice on travel sickness in dogs, cats, and small furries. Plus, discover how to travel safely with pets.

Sudden Death in Lambs

April 14th, 2022

Sudden death is sadly a common and frustrating problem in lambs. Whilst many people overlook this, it is important to investigate because many causes of death can be avoided with management practices such as vaccination or targeted treatments.

Take Towcester Vets’ safety quiz for preventing dog bites

April 14th, 2022

In this article, you can learn top tips for preventing dog bites in children and adults. Plus, take our Dog Safety Quiz.

Calf Scours – Prevention is Possible!

April 11th, 2022

Scouring calves can be frustrating but prevention is possible through good hygiene, colostrum management and an understanding of the causes of disease on your farm.