News & Advice
How to Spot Heart Disease in Dogs Early
In this article, Towcester Vets team share common heart problems in dogs and how to help prevent them.
A revolutionary treatment in Equine Osteoarthritis
Alpha-2 Treatment What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a degenerative, inflammatory process within joints, causing cartilage damage by the upregulation of harmful proteases and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Osteoarthritis is a common cause of lameness and poor performance in horses, with several treatment options available, including anti-inflammatory and regenerative therapies. Innovative research in this area is ongoing, with […]
Simple Changes to Support Arthritic Pets at Home
Straight-forward home care ideas from Towcester Vets to provide comfort for pets with arthritis.
Don’t guess…test! Worm Egg Counts
Learn to do your own worm egg counts Worm egg counts are a key part of a sustainable parasite control plan and are essential in knowing when worming is required….and when it’s not! We have a number of clients now undertaking their own counts on farm allowing them to test as often as they want, […]
Forage Analysis
Getting forage analysed before the winter is essential to ensure cows and ewes are being fed appropriately in the run up to calving and lambing. Most feed companies will offer this service but you can now also send samples to a lab for nutritional and mineral analysis through us. Silage should be left for at […]
Eye issues on the farm
Sore, runny, and cloudy eyes are often a problem in both sheep flocks (‘pink eye’) and cattle herds (‘New Forest eye’). Whilst some cases can be relatively mild, others can lead to blindness in animals. ‘Pink Eye’ In Sheep Pink eye is a bacterial infection which spreads rapidly through flocks due to close-contact, for example […]
Time to Bring Small Pets Indoors in Northamptonshire?
Prepare for winter by knowing when to move rabbits and guinea pigs indoors. Get tips on temperature monitoring and cosy indoor spaces.
Halloween Help – How to Keep Your Pets Safe and Happy
Our team in Towcester offer advice on how to provide a safe and calm environment for pets this Halloween.
International Cat Day Fun with Our Vets in Towcester
Inspired by International Cat Day, our team show you how to build a cosy fort your feline friend will love! It’s easier than you think…
Fun Tips for Easy Pet Dental Care from Towcester Vets
Looking after your dog or cat’s teeth? Here’s how to make pet dental care something to smile about.
