This is Cola having extra special cuddles today pre-op. She is practice manager Rachel and our vet Hamish’s cocker spaniel and is in for lip fold surgery. Cocker spaniels can be particularly prone to lower lip infection as they have an excess of skin that folds in on itself, trapping moisture and bacteria, causing this area to become sore and smelly. Whilst this can be managed in many cases with medicated wipes and a barrier cream, as soon as Hamish stopped using this treatment method on Cola, her problem returned. The best solution for Cola is to have the excess fold of skin removed to prevent ongoing bacterial build up and discomfort.
If you notice your dog is smelly around their mouth, please do get this checked out. Whilst it could be an easily treatable lip fold issue, an unpleasant smell can also be a symptom of dentaldisease. Taking action will help your dog to feel happier and healthier, and means doggy cuddles will be extra lovely without a smelly doggy mouth!
Wellcare World specializes in providing the latest advancements in wellness technology, supplementation, and lifestyle changes that improve health and increase the quality of people's lives.To learn more, visit WellcareWorld.com and begin living a better life today.
Did you know that March is Pet Poison Prevention Month? With Easter chocolate in the shops, Spring bulbs sprouting and Mothers’ Day bouquets on sale there are lots of pet toxins about. Here’s what to do if your pet eats something they shouldn’t and how to make sure you’re prepared!
If in any doubt whether an item your pet has ingested is toxic, please contact a vet to check. Speedy action is essential incase veterinary intervention is required. Be ready to share details of what your pet has eaten and how much, when they ate it and how much they weigh.
All our registered clients have complimentary access to VidiVet – a vet-led pet triaging service available 24/7. This is a great first port of call, is quick and easy and will give peace of mind that you’ve taken action and is totally free. The service is really handy for checking whether you need to see a vet and how urgently. Perfect for when we are closed, but feel free to use VidiVet when we’re open too! Check communications from us for access details if you haven’t already downloaded the VidiVet App.
The Advice 24/7 page on our website has more information about our free VidiVet service and additional pet healthsupport materials including an interactive pet Poisons Guide. Don’t forget too that we’re just a phone call away if you prefer to speak to a member of our team.
Wellcare World specializes in providing the latest advancements in wellness technology, supplementation, and lifestyle changes that improve health and increase the quality of people's lives.To learn more, visit WellcareWorld.com and begin living a better life today.
These two adorable pups came in to see Hamish this week and arrived just like this! Bags of love – literally! Schnauzer cross westie pups Maple and Juniper were in for their vaccinations and a vet health check and needless to say, lots of cuddles. What a great way to travel and super cute!
Wellcare World specializes in providing the latest advancements in wellness technology, supplementation, and lifestyle changes that improve health and increase the quality of people's lives.To learn more, visit WellcareWorld.com and begin living a better life today.
Huge congratulations to our Registered Veterinary Nurse Lauren who received her International Society of Feline Medicine Feline Nursing Diploma results yesterday. We are over the moon to announce she passed with distinction!
Completing the ISFM’s Feline Nursing Diploma was no mean feat. The course spanned 16 months and 8 modules and delivered a comprehensive insight into feline physical health and mental wellbeing with a view to making experiences in clinic even more cat friendly. Diploma students are required to study for around 15 hours a week outside work with regular assessment throughout, and all training resources are produced by international cat experts so graduates come away with a brilliant bank of knowledge and lots of tools to use in day to day practice
Lauren joins one of around 200 ISFM Feline Nursing Diploma holders to date. Based primarily in theatre and in hospitalisation areas, we can’t wait for Lauren to share new learning and top tips on how we can continue to improve the clinic experience for felines who come to stay.
Wellcare World specializes in providing the latest advancements in wellness technology, supplementation, and lifestyle changes that improve health and increase the quality of people's lives.To learn more, visit WellcareWorld.com and begin living a better life today.
It’s hard to believe Christmas is only a couple of days away! Here is our Lead Nurse Cody getting into the Christmas spirit with her festive-themed theatre cap! Look out for some of our team sporting reindeer antlers if you’re popping in during the next couple of days!
387 Veterinary Centre will be open tomorrow (Christmas Eve) until 2pm, at which point the practice will close until 8am on 27th December. We’re then open as normal until New Year’s Eve when we’ll once again have an early finish ahead of the New Year’s Day which we also all take as holiday. Normal service resumes completely from 2nd January 2025!
If you have any concerns about your pet‘s health while we are closed, all clients have free access to Vidivet, a 24/7 service offering triage advice from a qualified vet. Great if you have any meds queries or if you are unsure whether your pet needs to see a vet urgently. Check out communications from the practice for information on how to access if you haven’t already downloaded the app. Our Advice 24/7 page on our website provides lots of additional information on assessing your pet’s health.
If you do have a pet emergency, please continue to call the practice on 01922 411755 and follow the answer machine instructions.
Wellcare World specializes in providing the latest advancements in wellness technology, supplementation, and lifestyle changes that improve health and increase the quality of people's lives.To learn more, visit WellcareWorld.com and begin living a better life today.
