National Pet Month (NPM) celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership. Getting a pet is a hard decision to make as there are many factors that should be taken into consideration before choosing the best pet for you and your family. Here are a few things to think about:
Lifestyle
You may have an idea of what kind of pet you want, whether that’s a dog or a fish, but think about what would be best suited to your home and lifestyle.
For example, if you work full time and you want a dog, who would take care of them during the day? Are there any local dog day care or dog walking services that you can use, and have you looked into the cost of this?
If you want a cat, will they have access to outside space while you’re out and about during the day, and how will you feel if you come home to a clawed sofa?
Finance
From every day things like insurance, food, and toys, to unexpected vet bills, having a pet is a financial commitment.
Some pets may cost a few hundred pounds a year, while others can cost thousands, so make sure you factor in how much your new pet will cost before you choose them.
See articles on ‘pet insurance is it worth it’ and ‘new puppies and kittens’ for more information
Make sure to do your research; all breeds are different and each comes with their strengths and weaknesses, so do not impulse buy!
We can provide your pet with a preventative health care plan, designed to give you peace of mind and fantastic savings for a low monthly direct debit payment. The plan includes:
Annual Vaccination and health check (does not include first vaccination for puppies and kittens)
6 month health check
Year round flea, tick and worm prevention (Dogs and Cats)
Nail clipping unlimited
Anal gland expressing unlimited
10% off neutering
10% off ‘approved lifetime Care’ medications
Fly strike prevention (rabbits)
Microchip or £10 discount off any food if already microchipped
10% off Dentistry
As an acknowledgement of National Pet Month in April, we will be hosting a ‘Canine First Aid Evening’. One of our vets will be giving a practical presentation to our clients demonstrating how and what to do in common first aid scenarios that you may encounter with your dog. Topics to include:
Wounds
Allergies/anaphylaxis
Seizures
Heat Stroke
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We are currently fully booked, but we will host another event, so please call us on 01665 252 250 to book your slot for our next First Aid Evening.
We are also giving away a hamper to raise money for the charity, MacMillan Cancer Support, which we will draw at the Canine First Aid Evening. It is £1 a strip, and raffle tickets can be bought at our reception from now until the First Aid Evening on 21st April 2022.
We also have a few competitions on our Facebook page, so if you would like to enter, please like our page, post a photo, and share for a chance to win.
Our dog competition is the ‘Best Exploring Dog Photo’ - your dog can be on the beach or up a mountain. Please post a photo along with your dog’s name.
Our cat competition is the ‘Cutest Sleeping Cat’ - post a photo along with your cat’s name on the status for a chance to win.
