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Stay informed with our topical articles, all written by our vets.
Conker poisoning in dogs
Conkers (seeds/nuts of the horse chestnut tree), may be synonymous with autumn but did you know that they can pose a serious risk to your dog if ingested. Conkers contain a poison called aesculin which is toxic to dogs. A dog would normally need to ingest several conkers to suffer severe poisoning. Clinical signs are usually seen […]
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BBQ dangers for pets
Here are some tips to keep your pet safe while you are enjoying your sausages and steak!! If your pet suffers burns or consumes something they shouldn’t, call your vet immediately. Click here for our branch contact details and opening times.
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Brachycephalic dogs
Brachycephalic means short nosed, and is a description for many of the popular pet breeds, such as Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, Pekingese, Lhasa Apso and Shih Tzu, which have the characteristic short or squashed nose appearance. Brachycephalic dogs are increasingly popular pets around the world, but despite their popularity they can be affected by health […]
Read MoreCoronavirus update for our Small Animal Clients
In these uncertain times we would like to reassure you that providing care for our clients and their pets remains our top priority. Our practice REMAINS OPEN FOR BUSINESS but as you would expect we are putting in place a number of steps to protect the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff and the […]
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Notice: Saturday Surgery Kirkham
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are very sorry to announce but until further notice, we are unable to hold our usual Saturday morning surgery at our Kirkham branch. There will still be a surgery held at our Conway Drive branch at 93 Conway Drive, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3ER (Call: 01772 718774) from 8.00am-2.30pm (by appointment only). […]
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Mission Christmas Gift Appeal
Once again Oakhill Veterinary Centre will be taking part in Rock FM’s Mission Christmas Gift Appeal 2019, in aid of Cash for Kids, who make sure Christmas gifts get to disadvantaged children in the area. All 4 of our branches will be gift collection points. If you’d like to donate a gift, it should be […]
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