News & Advice
Take Towcester Vets’ safety quiz for preventing dog bites
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!
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.
Identifying & Preventing Staggers in Cattle & Sheep
Staggers is caused by low blood concentration of magnesium and affects both sheep and cattle. It is most commonly seen in adult lactating animals grazing lush, fast-growing grass pasture but we do see a number of cases in housed animals every year.
Newborn Cria Care
Summer is an exciting time for new arrivals! Whilst most camelids manage this period without any problems, by keeping a close eye on newborns, any problems can be spotted and treated early ensuring happy, healthy babies.
Towcester Vets offer tips on how to be a responsible cat owner
Cat care starts with a comfortable home environment that’s as stress-free as possible. Discover what else your cat needs here.
SCOPS Nematodirus Forecast, Risk factors, Action & Treatment
The SCOPS Nematodirus forecast predicts the hatch date for Nematodirus based on temperature data from 140 weather stations throughout the UK.
Cats, dogs and bee stings – what you need to know
Can you tell the difference between a bee and a wasp? What should you do if your pet gets stung? Find out here.
Understanding laminitis in horses & ponies
Holly Gimmler, one of our newest equine vets, has written this short article looking into the causes, diagnosis and treatment of laminitis as well as the implications for ongoing management once a horse has suffered from this common condition.
Cat hay fever symptoms & treatments you need to know about
Hay fever is one of the most common illnesses in cats, yet many owners are not aware of it. Learn more about it here.
Towcester Vets share spring safety tips for dog, cat & rabbit owners
The team at Towcester Vets are sharing advice on common dangers that can affect all pets this season.
