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Elston Vets responds to CMA review of vet sector
Elston Vets supports the investigation and welcomes a regulation review, as the regulations are outdated. Due to current regulations, we cannot buy medications at the same price that they are sold out on the internet. (We are asked about this from time to time, and we...
Ticks | Disease Transmission Symptoms and Removal Techniques
Ticks are external parasites, and globally they rival only mosquitos as carriers of disease. Their natural habitat is thick grass – fields, meadows, farmland and woods are all favourite locations. If you or your pet visit areas such as this, be extra vigilant. ...
Let’s Get Snuggly! Keeping Our Pets Warm and Safe During Winter
Winter can be lots of fun for all the family, but there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure it's fun for our pets too. Keeping Cats Warm in Cold Weather Most cats are good at finding the warmest spot and curling up to sleep in it, but ensure they always have...
The Itchy Issue of Fleas: A Risk for Your Pet and Your Family
Fleas – putting your family at risk all year round Fleas are often considered to be a seasonal nuisance that are annoying for your pet, and annoying for you when you get nipped by one at home. But they’re a more serious problem than this, are a year-long threat, and...
Coronavirus: Latest COVID-19 Advice for Pet Owners
A COVID UPDATE We are delighted that COVID is reduced, and we are now not requiring everyone to wear masks at all times inside the practice. Yours and our safety is still of high importance. Please do not come to the practice if you are ill. Please ask a friend to...
Puppies and Lockdown Dogs: Top Tips for Dealing With Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety in dogs and puppies is common, but it’s a problem that we’ve seen more often after recent extended periods at home. Many people took this opportunity to bring a puppy into the family. The situation has been unique for many families and has allowed...
5 Potential Poisons to Protect Your Pet From This Easter
Easter and Spring are celebrated times across the country and bring fresh growth in our gardens, lighter nights, bank holidays and of course…. visits from the Easter Bunny. But it’s also a time we should be wary of some potentially nasty poisons that could make our...
The Importance of Annual Blood Testing for Senior Pets
Taking care of senior pets – annual blood tests and the importance of knowing what’s ‘normal’ for them As our cats and dogs get older, they begin to experience the same health changes and challenges as ageing humans. What’s considered senior? Senior Dogs...
Awesome Offer: Get £10 voucher when you refer friends to Elston Vets
Elston Vets refer-a-friend scheme: We have a great offer: Refer friends and get a £10 voucher (and a £10 voucher for your friend too!)To celebrate and support your valued custom we want to thank you – and your friends – by giving you something in return… It couldn’t...
Elston Vets celebrates 20 wonderful years in Shrewton Village
Celebrating 20 Years at Elston Vets Elston Veterinary Clinic began as an idea, in 1999, from a very strong passion for providing the best patient care possible, focusing on the care of the individual patient and their owner(s). My single motive was to be...