Companion Animal Newsletter - December 2018 No Images? Click here We're loyal, not just local.Hello, We are now less than three weeks until Christmas and the usual deadlines and craziness of this time are upon us. We hope you find the time to read this issue as we cover off some information and tips that may help you with your pet. We look at the importance of vaccinating. When, what and who! This is also important to remember for those putting their pets into care over the holiday period as there is a time line required by the kennels/catteries. Many of us have house, car, health and other insurances but have you thought about Pet Insurance? Read on below for how this could help both you and your beloved pet. Plus in this issue we tell you how you can win a Fitbark 2. We've got 4 to giveaway. Get fit together with your dog! Merry Christmas, we hope you have a happy and safe holiday period. Thank you from the Team at North Canterbury Vets. Upcoming Local EventsWhat's happeningRangiora Santa Parade: Sunday 9 December Weka Pass Railway: Every Sunday in January Pegasus Bay Fun Run: Sunday 27 January Latest NewsChristmas HoursOver the Christmas period our clinics will be closed on the following days: Tues 25 December & Wed 26 December If you have an emergency please call your local clinic for the phone number of the on-call Vet. Win a FitBark 2!Purchase a 15kg or 20kg bag of Black Hawk dog food and you go in the draw to win a FitBark 2. We have 4 to give away (1 per clinic) and this will be drawn on Friday 21 December. FitBark is a tool that monitors your dog’s everyday activity and sleep. It’s a new way to motivate you and your dog to be active, explain changes in behavior, and make better decisions with your vet about nutrition, mobility, anxiety, skin conditions and other health issues. A perfect Christmas present for you and your dog! Vaccination for PetsTo vaccinate or not to vaccinate, that is the question! What vaccine, what age, pregnant or not pregnant, rabbits, cats, dogs... There is a lot of information out there so we've tried to make it simple to understand and hopefully answered a lot of your questions about vaccinating your pets. Why vaccinate your pets?
Reminder of our Free Nurse Dental Checks!A reminder that this is the last month for an appointment for your cat or dog to get a FREE dental check from a Vet Nurse. Call the Amberley, Culverden or Waikari Clinics to make an appointment. Your pet will thank you for it! Pet Insurance & Annual Health ChecksHave you thought about a Pet health insurance policy and annual health check? Health Insurance - Every week we have animals with injuries or health problems that we could do so much more for if cost was taken out of the equation. We regularly have pets that are put to sleep for financial reasons after injury or sickness. Insuring your pet gives you the liberty to give them the best treatment options not just what fits the budget. We have information on some of the policies on offer in clinic so contact us if you would like to discuss this further. Annual Health Checks - These allow us to monitor your pets health as they age and recommend health care that prevents major problems or catches them early when treatment is more likely to be successful and often more affordable. We also recommend regular blood testing for pets as they age and pre-surgery or medical treatments. This allows benchmarking of their blood parameters and again early diagnosis and treatment of common conditions such as renal or liver disease. So what will be the best gift for your much loved pet? Cat carriers and travel to the VetComing to the vet clinic can be stressful for cats. There are some things we can do to minimise the stress associated with being put in the carrier and coming to the vet. Firstly the choice of carrier is important: Getting the cat familiar with the carrier can minimise stress: Christmas Shopping for your petLooking for a Christmas Present for your pet? We've got a wide selection of toys and treats to keep them happy on Christmas day. Call into your local clinic to see our range. Plus get a free Christmas Stocking with any Yours Droolly 250g-500g treat purchase. We're loyal, not just local.Amberley 1 Osborne Rd Cheviot 14 Hall St Culverden 26 Mouse Point Rd Waikari 16 Karaka Road |