2023 Articles & Case Studies
— DECEMBER 2023 —
Digestive Health
Digestive upsets are very common in dogs, often because they are prone to eat things they shouldn’t. As well as a good diet, here’s what we recommend to maintain a healthy digestive system in your dog.
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— NOVEMBER 2023 —
Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs
Xylitol is found in hard candy, chewing gum, and mints, and it can be dangerous for dogs. Symptoms of xylitol poisoning develop rapidly, and this can be life-threatening. Here’s what to look out for.
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When Bringing Your Cats to the Vets
Bringing your cats to the vets can be a stressful time for everyone. Here are some simple things you can do to help make your cat’s vet experience more enjoyable.
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Latest Update for Coquet Vets Christmas Fair 2023
This year’s Coquet Vets Christmas Fair will be on Saturday 2nd December from 12pm - 3pm. Here's the latest update on all the fantastic local businesses that will be selling unique handmade gifts, sweets, dog collars, leads and loads more.
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— OCTOBER 2023 —
Pet Dental Products
Coquet Vets strives to provide pet oral care and treatment to the highest of standards. We offer free of charge dental check-ups, and we also have a range of dental products to help you manage your pet's dental health at home.
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Why we are passionate about your pet’s dental health
Dental disease is one of the most common diseases that we see in small animal practice, but, unfortunately, this often goes undiagnosed and untreated. Here’s how we can help you to look after your pet’s dental health.
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Fireworks
As much as we love to see bright fireworks, this can be a stressful and scary time for your pets. Here are some tips and advice on how to make this time less stressful for your pet.
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— SEPTEMBER 2023 —
JOB VACANCY: Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
We are looking for an amazing Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our ever expanding team at Coquet Vets. We are a purpose built small animal practice, in the seaside town of Amble, Northumberland.
This vacancy has now closed.
Coquet Vets Christmas Fair 2023
We are excited to announce that we will be holding a Christmas Fair this year with local businesses selling unique handmade gifts, sweets and more. There will also be arts and crafts and fun activities for kids, as well as the chance to take a tour of Coquet Vets.
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Glaucoma in Dogs
Glaucoma is a progressive disease of the eye in which the pressure within the eye is increased, affecting the retinal and optic nerve tissues of the eye. Here’s what can cause Glaucoma in dogs and the symptoms to look out for.
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What is a Veterinary Emergency?
As a general practitioner we see routine appointments every day. Some days we have no emergencies and some days we have many, which really keeps us on our toes. But what is a genuine Veterinary emergency?
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— AUGUST 2023 —
Phovia Light Therapy Article
Coquet Vets is now offering a pioneering new light therapy treatment for our patients. Phovia Light Therapy is used to promote skin healing for a range of wounds and skin conditions in pets, and can usually be performed without the need for sedation.
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Keeping Pets Safe in Summer
Summer is the perfect time to get together with friends and family and enjoy some outdoor time with your pets. However, the summer months can also bring lots of hazards for your pets, from hot barbecues to heat stroke and ticks.
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Stick and Ball Injuries
Lots of dogs’ love to play with sticks and play fetch with a ball, but these activities can be harmful for your dog, and sometimes even life threatening. Here’s why these play activities can be dangerous and how to make a safer exercise plan for your dog.
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— JULY 2023 —
What dog breeds are classified as brachycephalic breeds?
Brachy means shortened and cephalic means head. Therefore, brachycephalic dogs have skull bones that are shortened in length, giving the face and nose a pushed-in appearance.
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Stenotic Nares
Stenotic nares is part of the brachycephalic syndrome of short-nosed dogs (Brachycephalics). These breeds often have difficulty breathing, so in this article we look at the main signs of stenotic nares and what can be done to correct this.
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Brachycephalic Ocular Syndrome
Brachycephalic breeds, which are those with short noses and flat faces, are pre-disposed to eye problems. Awareness of the common eye problems that may develop allows early recognition and prompt intervention, ensuring your pet’s eyes remain as healthy as possible.
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— JUNE 2023 —
JOB VACANCY: Reception/Animal Care Assistant
Looking to join a great team at an independent small animal practice? Coquet Vets, based in Amble, Northumberland, has a new vacancy for a Reception / Animal Care Assistant.
This vacancy is no longer available.
Join Us at Warkworth Show on Saturday 19th August 2023
On Saturday the 19th of August, Coquet Vets will be hosting the Warkworth dog show at Warkworth Show. This year we will have an agility course, terrier racing (all breeds) and our dog classes.
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Itchy Skin in Dogs
Most dogs scratch now and then, but excessive scratching indicates something is wrong. Itchy skin is a symptom of many different conditions. So, what are some of these conditions and what are the main symptoms to look out for?
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Rabbit Vaccinations
Rabbits need to be vaccinated every year to keep up their immunity against some life threatening diseases. In this article, we look at what diseases your rabbit should be vaccinated against, and why it is important to vaccinate your rabbit.
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Rabbit Neutering
Neutering is important to prevent unwanted pregnancies and reduce aggression, but it can also stop certain cancers developing. Here's why we recommend neutering female and male rabbits and what to expect for the procedure.
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— MAY 2023 —
Coquet Vets Student and Animal Care Assistant
Meet Helen and Emma who recently joined our team at Coquet Vets as a Veterinary Care Assistant and Veterinary Student.
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Coquet Vets Veterinary Nurses
Meet Rosie, Sue and Laura - our wonderful Veterinary Nurses at Coquet Vets. May is Vet Nurse Awareness Month, and the whole month is dedicated to highlighting the important role that nurses play in practice.
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JOB VACANCY: Vet
Looking to join a great team at an independent small animal practice? Coquet Vets, based in Amble, Northumberland, has a new vacancy for an experienced Vet.
This job vacancy is no longer available.
What Can Veterinary Nurses do?
The month of May is Vet Nurse Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to highlighting the important role that nurses play in practice.
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— APRIL 2023 —
What Is Parvo?
Parvo in puppies is caused by the canine parvovirus. This virus is highly contagious and spreads through direct contact with an infected dog or by indirect contact with a contaminated object.
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Lingually Displaced Canines
Lingually Displaced Deciduous Canines (LDDC), or Linguoversion of the Mandibular Canines (LMC) as it is now known, is a genetic condition where a dog’s lower deciduous canines (baby teeth) are growing into the hard palate (top of the mouth). The teeth are growing too far towards the tongue (lingually).
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Should My Pet Have a Pre-anaesthesia Blood Test?
If your pet is requiring an anaesthetic, we sometimes recommend that a blood test is performed on the morning of a procedure. In this article, we discuss why a pre-anaesthesia blood test might be important for your pet.
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— MARCH 2023 —
Pet Update: Teddy the Border Collie
We recently received a heart-warming update from one of our clients. They wanted to show us how much progress their deaf border collie, Teddy, has made since registering with Coquet Vets at 12 weeks old.
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Cryptorchid Castration in Dogs
Cryptorchidism refers to the failure of one or both testicles (testes) to descend into the scrotum. There are several good reasons for neutering a dog with cryptorchidism. It may cause pain and undesirable behaviours in your dog, and it can also increase the risk of testicular cancer.
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Everything You Need to Know About Pyometra
Pyometra is a serious condition that we frequently see in dogs and occasionally in cats. Here's everything you need to know about Pyometra, including the clinical signs of Pyometra, the diagnosis and treatment, and the general prognosis of this condition.
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Leptospirosis in Dogs
Leptospirosis (often shortened to lepto), is a bacterial disease that causes serious illness by damaging vital organs, such as the liver and kidneys. Here are the key symptoms to look out for and how to prevent your dog from catching it.
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— FEBRUARY 2023 —
JOB VACANCY: Veterinary Care Assistant
Looking to join a great team at an independent small animal practice? Coquet Vets has a new vacancy for a Veterinary Care Assistant based in Amble, Northumberland.
This job vacancy is no longer available.
Dog Speying: Why Do It and What’s the Procedure?
Neutering is a routine procedure for female dogs to prevent unwanted pregnancies, pregnancy related illness, and conditions such as, ovarian, and mammary cancers. Here are some of the benefits of neutering a female dog and the neutering procedure.
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Cat Speying: Why Do It and What’s the Procedure?
Female cats are known as ‘queens’, and they can be neutered from six months of age. We highly recommend neutering queens due to the overpopulation of cats, and potential issues and complications if they fall pregnant at a young age.
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To Neuter or Not To Neuter - That Is The Question!?
Neutering is one of the most talked about discussions in the veterinary world. There are both pros and cons to neutering. This February and March are our neutering months at Coquet Vets, so we take a look at the pros and cons of neutering to help you make the best decision for your pet.
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— JANUARY 2023 —
Can you help Teddy?
Teddy was hit by a car and is now under the care of local Amble cat charity, Pet Support. His carers have set up a GoFundMe page to help Pet Support with the costs of Teddy's ongoing treatment. Here's how you can help.
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Choking Dog - What to Do
Although extremely uncommon, choking is not unheard of in dogs, especially larger breeds. Complete obstruction of the airway is very rare, but it can be catastrophic when it occurs and is deemed as an emergency. Here’s what to do if you suspect a dog is choking on something.
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Case Study: Mog’s Face Lump Removal
Mog is a four year old cat who presented with a golf ball size lump on the side of her cheek. Here's what our Vet found and what was done to treat the lump.
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Introducing a dog or cat to a baby
It is important to remember that dogs and cats are very sensitive to changes in their routine and the environment. Here are some things to consider to prepare your pet for the arrival of your new baby.
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