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Dogs FAQ

Frequently asked questions about dogs:

What can my dog be vaccinated against?
We can vaccinate your dog against Distemper, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis and Infectious Canine Hepatitis. We can vaccinate your puppy from 6 weeks old. Your puppy will initially require two vaccinations, given four weeks apart to maximise immunity. After this, your dog will require a yearly booster for continued protection. We also vaccinate against Kennel Cough and Rabies at request.

How do I treat my dog for fleas?
We can dispense Prinovox spot-on drops for your dog, which kill fleas, mites and biting lice. Prinovox also kills lungworm, which is carried by slugs and snails and is becoming increasingly common in the UK. This is applied every 4 weeks in dogs for maximum effectiveness. It is recommended that if your animal has fleas, then you should consider an environmental spray to kill any eggs in the environment.

How do I treat my dog for worms?
We can dispense wormer for your dog without needing to see it for a consultation. We will however need an up-to-date weight for your animal to supply the correct dosage. Our worming tablets will treat against all British worms except lungworm if given every 3-6 months. To treat for lungworm, you must give the tablets monthly or give Prinovox spot-on every month, although please ask for information on the best option for your dog before deciding what to use.

At what age is my dog able to be neutered?
Both male and female dogs are able to be neutered from six months old. This avoids unwanted pregnancies and can reduce wandering behaviour. Female dogs can be spayed 2 months after their season. Please call the surgery to discuss the best option with a member of staff

My dog will be going into kennels, what will vaccinations will it require?
Your dog will need to be up to date with its yearly booster. Most kennels also require a kennel cough vaccination before allowing your dog to board, which we can give. Please check with your kennel beforehand.

Can you microchip my dog?
Microchipping your dog means that if it goes missing and someone finds it, anyone with a microchip scanner (vets, kennels, police etc) can scan it and retrieve its microchip number. They can then call the microchip database and obtain contact details for the owner. The procedure involves placing a small chip in the scruff of the dog’s neck, and is quick and relatively painless. Once implanted, you fill in your contact details and send them to be registered at the microchip database.

My dog is aggressive/doesn’t like other dogs. What precautions should I take before coming to the surgery?
We ask that if this is the case, please muzzle your dog appropriately before entering the surgery. This is both for the safety of our staff, and the safety of our other clients and their animals. If we have available space, we may be able to allow you to wait in a consultation room away from other dogs. If none are available, then you may be asked to wait outside until a room becomes free.

My dog requires a special diet. Can I purchase them at the surgery?
We stock a small amount of specially formulated prescription diets at the surgery. If your animal requires such a diet, please phone us beforehand, and we can usually order food in within 24 hours. We do not sell commercial diets.
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