As we head into the festive season, we want to reassure you that we will still be here for you and your pet, however, with some slightly different opening hours than normal. Please see below our opening times over Christmas and New Year. Friday 23 December: All…
Just like us, our pets feel the cold; whilst we can indulge in hot drinks and wrap up in layers and warm up by the fire, you should also consider how to keep your pets happy and warm as the temperatures start to fall. Here are a…
Why do we need to keep antibiotics working? Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria mutate and adapt to reduce the effects of antibiotics. Antibiotics can also affect ‘good bacteria’ and cause harm. New antibiotic drugs are not easy to develop, so we need to preserve the efficiency of…
Over the last year, we have seen our costs increase significantly and we have absorbed the majority of these additional costs to try and support our customers during difficult times. However, with costs continuing to escalate, our prices need to increase to offset at least some of…
Fireworks are used throughout the year to mark significant seasonal celebrations in Stafford including Bonfire Night, Halloween, New Year’s Eve and Diwali. Whilst they are enjoyable for humans to watch, pets can often get scared of the loud bangs and bright flashes. Preparing your pet early can…
With the summer bank holiday just around the corner, we wanted to let you know that our opening hours on Monday 29 August 2022 may vary from our usual opening hours. Please see below our opening times and our out of hours contact number. Stafford, Eccleshall, Gnosall…
Picture the scene…you’re in your garden in Stafford, the sun is shining, maybe you have friends and family round to visit, and the charcoals are just about ready for you to start cooking al fresco. The last thing you want is an emergency vet visit to us…
Grass seeds in Eccleshall are a common problem during the spring and summer months. While your pet explores the outdoors, grass seed can easily brush off the tops of long grass stems onto their bodies. The seeds have pointed ends and are exceptionally sharp, so they become…
Summertime in Stafford brings longer days, warmer climates, new adventures and outdoor socialising, which with pets in tow, can be made even more enjoyable! However, when the temperatures rise, the dangers to our pets increase too. To keep pets safe, you should be aware of potential hazards,…
Have you noticed your Stafford dog scratching a bit more than usual? This article covers the common reasons your dog might have itchy skin and some top tips for providing relief from us at Shires Vets. Common dog skin conditions in Stafford If your dog has started…
