If you’re planning a dog walk through meadows, country parks or woodland, be mindful that it’s grass seed season! We’ve seen lots of pets in practice recently with grass seed foreign bodies. High summer temperatures dry out long grasses and cause them to actively release what can be sharp, barbed seeds. These can then become lodged in your dog’s fur and work their way into and under the skin to cause painful sores and infection. Ears, paws and underbellies are most at risk. If a dog is shaking or pawing at their head at this time of year, or are incessantly licking or worrying away at a paw, the reason could well be an embedded grass seed. To minimise risk, we recommend brushing your dog on return from dog walks to dislodge any loose seeds caught in your pet’s coat, and help prevent pesky seeds causing doggy distress later down the line.
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July has been a big month for team news! This week, our vet Olga had her last day in practice before going on maternity leave. We held a lunch for Olga earlier in the month to wish her well for the exciting adventure ahead in welcoming a new person into her family. We can’t wait to meet little one and have lots of baby cuddles! At the same lunch, we very sadly said goodbye to our Registered Veterinary Nurse Renée as she has decided not to return to work after maternity leave and to look after her beautiful family full time. Renée joined the practice in 2019 and, in addition to her general nursing duties, has held several additional responsibilities over the years including Radiation Protection Supervisor, Controlled Drugs Supervisor and Clinical Coach. Thank you Renée, for all your hard work and investment in team and practice. We will miss you, and hope you will continue to pop into practice to keep in touch and say hi!
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We’re delighted to welcome Amy Hardy who joined the 387 team as a new student nurse just last week. Amy is no stranger to the veterinary industry. Her previous job was working for five years as a veterinary receptionist in small animal practice in the West Midlands. Great with client care, Amy also loved meeting everyone’s pets and, looking to expand her skills portfolio, was keen to move into nursing, helping and observing the nursing team as much as she could. Amy’s passion and determination to become a veterinary nurse was clear at her interview for our student nurse vacancy and she’s already doing a brilliant job on wards. She’ll soon be starting to help on reception on Saturdays and at other times as needed, so do say hello when you’re next in!
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It’s officially the last day of Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 2026, but don’t forget that we are running free nurse-led rabbit health checks until Friday 3rd July. Give us a ring on 01922 411755 to book your bunny in. Make sure you don’t miss out!
For their 20th anniversary, RAW have created a fabulous ‘Feeding Bunnies Better’ recipe book: 20 recipes for 20 years, full of creative and fun ways to feed rabbits nutritiously. Check out their recommended delights from field, herb patch and garden for new interest at bunny mealtimes by clicking on this link. The Summer Cool Platter on page 9 looks particularly apt for this weather!
The Rabbit Awareness Action Group brings together the expertise of RAW partners to help continue to raise awareness around rabbit welfare and improve the lives of rabbits. Led by Burgess Pet Care, the RAAG comprises the RSPCA, Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF), Blue Cross, Wood Green The Animals Charity and Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare. Collectively holding an impressive bank of rabbit knowledge and expertise, who better to advise and raise awareness around rabbits’ five welfare needs: behaviour, companionship, diet, environment and health. Visit RAAG’s website for more information around these areas and to access a digital version of their rabbit care guide.
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With temperatures set to reach record highs this week, trying to keep our pets cool and hydrated is more important than ever. Make sure you leave lots of fresh water stations around the house. Popping ice cubes into water bowls will keep water cooler for longer. Ensure pets have access to shade and cooler spots at all times, and if there’s any chance of a gentle breeze, even better. Indoor fan sales this week must be through the roof! A special shout out to bunnies with this being Rabbit Awareness Week. Keep hutches out of the sun, ensure runs have shade, wipe the tips of your rabbit’s ears to help them cool down, and pop a frozen bottle of water wrapped in a tea towel into their living space so they can choose to lie against it should they wish. Keep water for their water bottles in the fridge – or even freeze them – for a cool refreshing drink.
Here are two of our team’s pets enjoying some super cool fun this week! We’d love you to share pics of how your pets are keeping cool!
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