Seaview Veterinary Centre

Why is oral health so important for our pets? · Adequate dental care improves your pet’s quality of life in the long run. Pets with ongoing dental problems often present red gums, tartar buildup, periodontal disease and infection which leads to pain, tooth loss and difficulties eating. In some cases this can go unnoticed, since our pets do their best to adapt to this discomfort. Caring for our pet’s teeth saves them from all this trouble. · Good oral health pr...events other health issues. Dental disease and the infection that comes with it can be the source of other health problems, possibly affecting your pet’s heart, kidney and liver. · Keeping your pet’s mouth healthy will help you save money. Taking care of your pet’s oral health will prevent dental disease from advancing to a point where treatment is far more expensive and from causing other health problems that will also need to be addressed. Common signs of dental disease include yellow or brown stained teeth, bad breath, red looking or bleeding gums, broken or missing teeth, drooling and weight loss. Talk to us! We can recommend the best products and give you lots of advice on how to better care for your pet’s oral health.
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How much do you know about bunnies? We want to share a few tips to help all bunny owners or future bunny owners give their bunnies a happy, healthy and fulfilling life! Bunnies need a companion – rabbits are very social creatures; in the wild they live in groups where they enjoy each other’s company, giving them a sense of security. It is very important for a bunny’s well-being to have a compatible companion, ideally a neutered male and a spayed female. Bunnies need veterinary assistance – rabbits need health checks, vaccinations, neutering, etc. Bunnies need mental stimulation – rabbits are very intelligent and curious; toys that encourage them to display natural behaviour such as digging, nibbling or jumping are very important to keep them fit and occupied. If you'd like to know more about rabbit care don't hesitate to talk to us!

When you just want some time alone after a long day at the office…

In response to the rise of the exposure young people have to animal abuse online, the RSPCA has launched an ambitious project aimed at teaching children about empathy and respect for animals. The project is called Generation Kind, and in addition to several types of outreach programs, they are also campaigning to have the government include animal welfare as part of the curriculum. Fostering and inspiring the next generation to be kinder to our animal population is a big step forward to help prevent abuse and neglect!

Blood testing is a useful tool we have to figure out what is wrong with our pets. But how does it work exactly?First, we draw a blood sample, and from this sample, we usually can do a complete blood count and also chemistry at our practice.For the blood count, the machine counts the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. From these numbers, we can tell if your pet is dehydrated, has an infection or is anaemic, among other things!Blood chemistry testing m...easures enzymes and electrolytes concentrations which will give us an idea of how different organs, like the liver, kidneys, and pancreas, are working.For some infectious diseases, quick snap tests can rapidly tell us if your pet contacted an infectious agent and these work almost like a pregnancy test.If we are looking for anything more complex (hormones, allergies, genetic testing), we will send your pet's sample for an external lab and they will send us the results back.
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When you want to play but don't really want to move.

There isn’t much else to do really!

Cushing’s Syndrome is also known as Hyperadrenocorticism and is an important hormonal dysfunction that goes on to affect nearly every other system in the body. This happens because there is an excessive presence of glucocorticoids, chiefly among them cortisol. Cortisol is an absolutely vital hormone that is involved in the correct functioning of many organs, but it needs to exist in just the right quantity - not too much and not too little. The most important causes for this ...are tumours in the pituitary or adrenal glands or from the treatments with glucocorticoids. So, what can you find in a dog with Cushing’s Syndrome? Because it can affect so many organs, the signs are very varied, but you can generally find polyuria, increased thirst, a pendulous abdomen, hair loss, lethargy and increased appetite.It’s a progressive condition that needs to be treated, especially if it's because of a tumour, so if you spot any of these signs bring them to us!
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Oh dear, what an unusual friendship!

Paracetamol (or acetaminophen) is a human mild analgesic and one of the most commonly used drugs in the world. When administered in the recommended doses it is extremely safe for humans (adults and children) but it can be very dangerous if given to a cat! Since this drug is often used to relieve pain and treat fever in humans it is not uncommon for well-meaning cat owners to assume that it can also be used in cats that seem unwell. Cats cannot process this drug the same way h...umans do and therefore a safe dose of paracetamol for a cat is much, much lower than it is for a human. This means that cats are very sensitive to acetaminophen poisoning. A cat with this type of poisoning may present lethargy, depression, a swollen face and limbs, salivation, vomiting and cyanosis (a blue looking tongue and gums). Over time other clinical signs will appear: anaemia, jaundice (yellow appearance of the skin and whites of the eyes) and even seizures. The prognosis for paracetamol poisoning is guarded or poor for most affected cats, especially if they don’t receive immediate treatment. We realise these unknowing owners have their hearts in the right place and that they are just trying to help but it’s very important to spread the word and avoid these unfortunate accidents: never administer human medications to your pet without consulting a vet and even when administering a licensed veterinary medication, please make sure you read the information that comes with it. Knowing can save lives so let’s spread the word!
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Does your pet eat a lot but seems to be losing weight? Do they drink too much water? Are they more lethargic and depressed? If you have seen these, your pet might have Diabetes Mellitus! While this disease has slightly different causes and progression between cats and dogs, it’s always caused by an issue in insulin production and/or usage by the organism. Insulin regulates how our body uses carbohydrates, fats and proteins. When insulin stops being produced or when organs are... resistant to it, glucose in the bloodstream starts to increase. Without treatment, glucose will build-up to such levels that organs will be damaged by it. When diabetes mellitus becomes severely decompensated, it’s a medical emergency! This puts your pet at risk of liver, kidney or heart failure, as well as cerebral oedema which can cause life-threatening coma. Diabetes is a serious disease, if you think your pet might have it we can help you! Just give us a call on [XXX]
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Better go get some treats… Via: https://imgflip.com/i/1jt344

Have a wonderful Bonfire Night everyone! Enjoy the fireworks and have lots of delicious treats! We would also like to remind owners to be extra careful with their pets today. Pets with fear of fireworks and loud noises often panic, run off and end up getting lost. Here are a few tips to help your furry companion go through such troubling hours: · Take your dog out for walks during daylight hours · Provide a den or covered area with inviting bedding so your pe...t has a safe place to hide · Close all doors and windows to keep the sound of fireworks away and turn on your TV/radio to muffle the loud noises · You can also try to distract your pet with toys or treats · Keep your pet indoors. If this is not possible don’t forget to provide your pet with a safe covered area outside. · Please remember small furries! You can try to partly cover cages or pens to make it sound-proofed and provide extra bedding so they have something to burrow in. Have lots of fun with your friends, family and your pets!
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Adult dogs have the same basic needs as puppies although the way of addressing them might be different 😊 If you have any questions on how to take care of your new puppy, please talk to us!

Getting a puppy is a time of joy and excitement, but it also comes with great responsibility! We have put together some information to help you prepare for the new arrival or to make sure you’re not forgetting anything if you already have a puppy. If you want to find out more, stay tuned for part II!

Sarah at sea view is practicing acupuncture on on of my nervous rescues. Between these sessions and hydrotherapy with Natasha at Upton branch we are seeing results in Tess. Not just physically but her confidence is improving with each appointment. Would recommend these ladies for their care! UPDATE .... My nervous rescue dog ,"Tess" has had a course of acupuncture with the lovely Sarah. Highly recommend this vet. Her calm, gentle patient way with" Tess" has not only eradicated her pain and helped improve her mobility but has also helped her confidence improve . From a nervous fearful dog ,afraid to go into the surgery to a now more confident dog who loves going in there to be fussed by all the pleasant staff

Have been with this vet practice, on and off, for many years and seen various vets and staff come and go. Having worked in customer service (face to face with the public) myself for years, I can be very critical of receptionists, even if I never say anything. The majority of the reception staff have been caring, helpful individuals. The most recent vets I have seen have been compassionate, gentle and professional in their attitudes to my cats. I wouldn't stay with this vet centre if I didn't think it was in the best interests of my pets. One little criticism - you need to update your online web page, it's well out of date!