There Is Something Rather Special About Cats
Heronden Vets: Proudly Silver Accredited and Working Towards Gold There is something rather special about cats. Independent, dignified, quietly observant and often wonderfully mysterious, they have a way of choosing us, rather than the other way around. They slip into our lives on their own terms and before long, somehow become the centre of our […]
Behind the Needle: Why the Heronden Vets Team Cares About More Than Just the Jab
As pet parents, we want nothing more than to give our dogs and cats a long, healthy, and vibrant life. Yet, when the time comes for that annual trip to see us at Heronden Vets, many owners find themselves wondering: Are annual boosters truly necessary, or is my pet already protected? Because we pride ourselves […]
Matters of the Heart
Matters of the Heart Why I always say it’s better to know than to wonder We’re all a bit guilty of putting things off when they feel scary. We tell ourselves they’re probably just slowing down a bit. Or perhaps the cough is nothing much. Or maybe they’re simply getting older. I understand that […]
Lungworm, Roundworms and Hookworms: The Risks Pet Owners in Our Area Need to Protect Against
If there is one thing I have learned after many years in practice, it is that the parasites owners know least about are often the ones that catch them out. Most people have heard of fleas. Many know about ticks. But when I mention lungworm, I still often get a blank look. That is understandable. […]
Recognising the Signs of Osteoarthritis in Pets
Recognising the Signs of Osteoarthritis in Pets Just like people, our pets can develop arthritis as they get older. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common conditions affecting senior dogs and cats, but it can also occur in younger pets due to injury, joint disease, or genetics. At Heronden Veterinary Practice, we often see […]