We’ve had a couple of phone calls from owners about e-mails they’ve received from a company call Pet Chip Network telling them their pet microchip has expired and to click on the link in the e-mail. Unfortunately this is another microchip scam that is doing the rounds. We’ve done a bit of research and the company doesn’t exist. There are lots of comments online verifying that this is a scam.
Microchips do not go out of date. Different providers will have different payment policies but many work on a one off payment unless you need to make ownership changes. If you are in any doubt about your pet’s microchip status, please contact your pet’s microchip provider. If you’re unsure who this is we can help you with this. It’s worth checking your contact details are up to date too so that found pets can be quickly reunited.
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With the 10-day forecast showing lovely sunshine ahead, it’s a great opportunity for you and your pets to enjoy the great outdoors! Do, however, bear in mind that our furry friends may need a bit of extra consideration at this time to ensure they stay happy and healthy in this late-Spring warmth.
Even if it doesn’t feel truly summery yet, it’s important not to leave dogs unattended in cars in warm weather. A pleasant temperature outside can still create an oven environment in the car. Conservatories can be hot-house danger zones too. Give pets the opportunity to move away from sunshine and heat and to rest in a cooler environment should they choose. Cats will love shady spots in the garden which you can create simply by putting out a chair or your patio furniture, or by introducing pet-friendly shade-casting shrubs. If you have small furries in outdoor hutches, consider how the sun moves during the course of the day, so there’s no point at which they’ll be in full glare.
Hydration is important as the weather warms up. Putting out extra bowls with fresh water means your pets will never be too far from a hydration station at home.
And if you feel you need to apply suncream, consider whether your pets need protection too. Hairless breeds and white-furred dogs and cats are prime candidates for sunburn where there is exposed skin. Avoid by applying pet-friendly sunscreen appropriately, and remember the tips of the ears!
Hoping you and pets make the most of the wonderful May sunshine!
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With today being the 80th anniversary of VE Day in Europe, many of us will be commemorating the date in some way, with VE Day events planned locally, nationally and internationally.
It’s a particularly significant day to champion the important role that dogs and cats played in World War II in serving and protecting their nation. Whilst cats were often used for pest control, dogs were employed as guards of posts and supplies, to act as messengers, to transport medications to injured soldiers and to undertake search and rescue activity. Some dogs were even trained to jump out of planes alongside their platoon! All animals played an important role in boosting general morale.
As part of their schools education programme, the Dogs Trust tells the remarkable story of Sarge the dog and his role in WWII. Determined to find care for him after their house was badly damaged in a bomb blast in 1941, Sarge’s family offered their dog to the Civil Defence Service as a way of ensuring he would be looked after. The Civil Defence Service pledged to return dogs to their owners after the war.
Sarge went from domestic pet to search and rescue hero in the Blitz. When he alerted his handler to an unexploded bomb, Sarge then went on to international acclaim, being sent to France to clear the area for the D-day landings in 1944 and remaining abroad, saved countless human and doggy colleagues overseas with his keen instinct and heroics. When he eventually returned to Britain, Sarge was reunited with his family who couldn’t believe the activity their family pet had undertaken. A true doggy hero. Click here to read about Sarge’s story in more detail.
Pets continue to play a hugely significant role in our lives today as companions who have the ability to make life feel better all round. Many have more formal roles in supporting the wider community.
Do give a special hug to your pet today to thank them for their companionship, and also in remembrance of the valiant efforts of their ancestors in helping to shape the lives we lead today.
Photo of dog sniffing out Blitz survivors: Imperial War Museum
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It’s very nearly Easter! 387 Vets and The West Midlands Cat Clinic will be open as normal on Good Friday but we wanted to give you the heads up that the practice will be closed on Easter Monday.
We hope your pets have a happy, healthy long weekend (and keep noses away from easter chocolates and hot cross buns!). However, should you have a pet emergency, please continue to call us on 01922 411755 and follow the answer machine instructions.
All our registered clients have complimentary access to VidiVet, a 24/7 vet-let pet triaging service. If you’re unsure whether your pet needs to see a vet out of hours, or if you’re looking for pet advice, this is a great first port of call and it’s available all day, everyday, 365 (or 366!) days of the year!
Visit the Advice 24/7 tab on our website to find out more and check communications from our practice for your VidiVet access link.
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Today is the last day you will be able to contact us via PetsApp as we transition over to our new WhatsApp messaging service. Scan the QR code above to store our 387 Vets and West Midlands Cat Clinic WhatsApp number into your phone so that you can continue to message the practice. If you don’t have WhatsApp, don’t worry! You can also send us an SMS on +44 7450 095249. All messages will be responded to during the course of the working day.
If you need to speak to us please continue to call us on 01922 411755 as the above service is for messages only. If you have a pet emergency, please phone us rather than messaging us, so that we can help you as quickly as we can.
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