What is diabetes? Diabetes is a serious, life-long health condition that is caused by a lack of the hormone insulin or an inadequate response to insulin. Insulin is secreted by the pancreas and when a pet does not produce insulin or cannot utilise it normally, blood sugar levels elevate resulting in hyperglycaemia. If left untreated, […]
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. It helps educate and inform pet owners about animal discomfort. The goal is to help pet owners learn about their pets’ health and well-being when it comes to pain management. Animals suffer from pain just like people do. Pain comes in many forms: surgical pain, arthritis and cancer […]
What’s in the Gilmoor Autumn Newsletter? Arthritis – is your pet affected? The tooth about rabbit teeth! Autumn Alert! Feline SOS! Chipping away! Download our Autumn newsletter here Gillmoor Vets Autumn Newsletter 2019
What’s in the Gilmoor Summer Newsletter? Getting off to the best start! Could it be kennel cough? Dental Alert! Handling heat – summer survival guide! Guinea pigs are great! Download our Summer newsletter here Gillmoor Vets Summer Newsletter 2019
This year we are raising awareness around Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease 2 (RVHD2). RVHD2 is a new variant of RVHD1 and is often fatal.Many rabbits in the UK are not vaccinated against this deadly disease and are therefore at risk. This year we are asking all rabbit owners in the UK to make sure […]
May is Pet Dental Health Month Did you know that periodontal disease is the most common dental condition in dogs and cats with most pets showing early signs by 3? Mouth odour can be the first sign of dental disease which can lead to health risks and potential damage not only to your pets’ […]
What’s in the Gilmoor Spring newsletter? Worms are the worst! Bunny boosters – is your bunny vaccinated? Caring for your elderly cat. Diet dilemmas! The assurance of insurance: is your pet insured Download our Spring newsletter here Gilmoor Vets Spring 2019
It’s Pet Allergy Week (PAW) from the 18th – 24th June, raising awareness for dogs and cats with allergies. DOES YOUR PET HAVE ALLERGIES? Ear and skin problems? Hair loss? Skin Irritation? Low energy levels? Digestive problems? Gastrointestinal problems (such as diarrhoea & vomiting) There is a wide range of issues which can lead your […]
Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 2nd – 10th June Rabbit awareness week is about how we can support the welfare of rabbits, this plays a huge part in helping to raise awareness about their correct dietary needs and the five freedoms that rabbits need to live happy and healthy lives. Five Welfare Needs The […]
