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  • Veterinary News & Pet Care Advice | Shires Vets - Page 5
  • Veterinary News & Pet Care Advice | Shires Vets - Page 5
  • Veterinary News & Pet Care Advice | Shires Vets - Page 5

Latest News - Page 5

Essential summer safety tips for keeping your pets healthy and happy

21st June 2023

While summer brings plenty of outdoor adventures and quality time spent with your pets, it also presents some unique hazards that pet owners need to be aware of.

Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month at Shires Vets

1st May 2023

For the month of May we are celebrating our wonderful veterinary nurses and what empowers them to be great at what they do.  

Bank holiday opening hours - May 2023

27th April 2023

May is a month to celebrate, with three bank holidays to look forward to, including the May Bank Holiday, the coronation of King Charles III and the Spring Bank Holiday. Rest assured, we will still be here for you and your pet; however, the way you access care for your pet might differ from normal.

Common allergies in pets (what to look out for)

1st April 2023

Pets, just like humans, can suffer from allergies. Allergic reactions in pets are often caused by environmental factors, such as pollen or dust as well as certain foods or insect bites. As a pet owner, it's important to be aware of the common allergies in pets and the symptoms they may experience.

Cat microchipping legislation now confirmed

13th March 2023

Is your cat microchipped?

Rosie Brain scores top marks at this year's Registered Animal Medicines Advisor exams

2nd December 2022

Rosie Brain, from Shires Farm Animal Vets practice in Eccleshall, Staffordshire, scored top marks when she sat this year’s Registered Animal Medicines Advisor exams. 

Festive opening hours 2022

18th November 2022

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.

Top tips for keeping your pets warm during the winter months

14th November 2022

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.

Safeguarding antibiotics

2nd November 2022

Why do we need to keep antibiotics working?

Important information - price increase 2022

18th October 2022

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 these higher costs.