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As pet owners, we all want the best for our four-legged friends, but we also know that pet ownership can be expensive. By becoming a member of our Pet Health for Life plan in Hawick you can spread the cost of essential healthcare and save money.

What is antibiotic resistance?

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develops mechanisms to reduce the effects of the antibiotic. These mechanisms evolve through mutation and adaptation.

With Christmas around the corner in Hawick, we wanted to ensure we had our festive opening hours for the festive period in place for you.

We wish you and your pets a very happy festive period in Hawick. With lots to think about it can be easy to forget the risks that are associated with Christmas and our pets. Most of the risks are present all year round, however, we do see an increase in pets eating hazards materials or foods. Our guide below covers the main hazards that are encountered during the festive period.

Finding lumps and bumps in our pets in Hawick can be worrying.

Throughout this article we will provide you with everything you need to know should you find a lump on your pet’s body. We are here for you and your pets and together, we can help them live happier, healthier lives. We will go over the basics of how to spot early signs, what treatments are available and what they entail.

We have recently carried out a review of our prices in Hawick. These changes will be implemented from 29 November 2021.

The nights are getting darker in Hawick and there’s a chill in the air, but your dog still needs regular walks in order to stay fit and healthy. Walking your dog safely cannot be taken lightly. Here are some suggestions to keep both you and your pet safe whilst exercising during the coming months.

There are a number of different heart diseases that can affect our cats in Hawick; however, cardiomyopathy in cats is the most common. But what is it and how do you know if your cat has it? We explore further below:

There are many different heart conditions that can affect our dogs in Hawick; however, mitral valve disease (MVD) is by far the most common. But what is MVD, and how do you know if your dog has it?

As we move from one season to another in Hawick, we think about the number of layers we need to wear and whether we need to alter our daily routine to cope with the changes. Whilst we consider the alterations we need to make; it is important to ensure that we also prepare our pets for the season ahead.