February 9th 2012
Because have a special interest in the veterinary care of these small often so-called children pets here are a few tips for their care in Winter. Hutches can be cold lonely places so please ensure in this cold weather any hutches are wrapped and insulated. These animal can cope with low temperatures as long as they have plenty of soft insulating bedding - newpaper and good quality hay or straw is fine. In addition check their water bottles do not freeze up - there are snug fitting insulators available at all good pet shops. Also remember that sudden changes in diet are not good for our hind gut fermenting friends - any new diets, even a change in bag of their food - should be performed gradually. Ideally you should overlap the diets and mix them together.
Rabbits and Guinea Pigs are VERY social animals with their own species. If they have always been kept with other species they can get on well but in general they should be living like-with-like. Same sex mixing can be achieved but please make sure they can find their own 'private' space and consider neutering if they squabble alot. They do not need massive areas but psychological space such as a box that means they do not have to stare all day at their flat mate is just as important.
January 25th 2012
The warm winter has seen a bizarre flea situation which means that rather than stopping in November with the usual freezing temperatures we are still seeing alot of fleas living on animals (occasional travellers) AND some obvious house infestations - where the environment becomes the main source of reinfection. If you have a dog or cat who keeps nibbling - especially sudden intense itches over the tail get that Frontline Combo out and even consider a carpet spray. We recommend RIP spray because of its combination action and attempt at a fragrance.
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February 15th 2011
The other two strays were found in Abergavenny and brought in by concerned members of the public. One had been tied by its owner, when they went shopping, they forgot about the poor soul until 6 hours later when we phoned them!!!!
The last was a simple lost soul who strays often and was reunited when the owner came forward to re-claim her - Again.
We are getting an increasing number of calls as Monmouthshire Council has had to cut back on provision of out of hours cover and funding for a full time dog warden.
One question we are asked is who pays for looking after strays and abandoned animals - the answer is simple - no-one! Abbey vets spent over £2,000 on abandoned animals in 2009/10.
However, if we rescue an abandoned animal or stray and we can find the owner we ask them when found to contribute to the veterinary care and our stray fund. Any funds from strays reunited go directly to our charity fund for abandoned animals.
February 14th 2011. Valentines Day and we can look after your pets
November 29th 2010
We have had several cases of Parvo including one fatality. Please, please ensure you new puppy is vaccinated as soon as possible, and remember we recommend annual vaccinations for all dogs.
November 2010
At the start of November Abbey Vets were reported in the Abergavenny Chronicle for the wonderful story of Duchess the Beagle belonging to Mrs Harris, Llanvapley. Duchess made a miraculous recovery when she survived a nine day ordeal hanging by her leg from a barbed wire fence. After some quite fantastic nursing by all the nurses at Abergavenny she went home after five days in the clinic. We wish her well on her amazing recovery.
Lastly the equine clinic is still running tis dental + wormer promotion - contact them on 01873 840069 to claim your free wormer with every dental.
Small animal has got our gift pack for all new puppies and kittens with a month's free insurance, a free gift for every newly registered animal including either Hills food worth at least £5, a free 6-month check and Health book and vaccinations for their first year.
August 2010
Summer holidays are closing in and we have continued with some of the internal improvments at Abergavenny including the new team noticeboard. We are trying to get the quality products promotions going - where staff members pick their own pets favourite toys and pet accessories - so we have the Kong Toys on special offer.
Fleas have obviously had a great summer so if anyone has an itchy pet bring them in for a free nurse flea check. Good old Frontline Combo still seems the most effective product with environmental control in severe cases with a household spray. Remeber to treat ALL pets in the household even if only one is showing signs of itching
We have seen loads of poorly tummies with the wet weather - perhaps dogs drinking from rain puddles or eating leftovers in the parks and still a couple of bones stuck in the intestines. Please watch out because cooked bones just shatter and cause trauma to the bowels. We prefer rawhide chews given under supervision...
February 2010
A cat brought into the practice made it into the South Wales Argus having being trapped under a car bonnet on a journey from Pontypool. Despite extensive burns, she made a fantastic recovery and has now been rehomed. Thank you to all our clients who contacted us to offer help during her recovery. See the full article below.
The equine sticker competition is still running so contact Bryony at Llansabbath on 01873 840069.
And finally, the competition entries are all in for our Tredegar Photography - the winner will be chosen this week!
November 2009. Car window sticker competition
Please contact the office (01873 840069) for your Abbey Equine Vets car sticker and join our monthly competition. Each month one of our staff will nominate a window they see sporting one of our tasteful stickers and the owner of that car, horsebox, tackroom etc will receive a mystery prize!
18th November 2009. Equine Dentistry Client Evening
OCTOBER 2009. Recommend a friend and save on your vets bills
Abbey Equine Centre would like to show a little appreciation for all our loyal clients. Please pick up one of our recommend a friend vouchers and find out how you AND your friend can save £10 each on your next veterinary bill.
OCTOBER 2009. Equine microchipping month for your horse
18th September 2009. Crickhowell Update
Thanks to Andrew Bevan at ABplanning in Crickhowell and the Brecon Beacons National Park planning department.
See the Crickhowell page for more information
March 25th 2009. Grand Designs: Abergavenny and Tredegar
Thank you for bearing with us during our electrical refit this month - when finished it will cast a new light on the place at Abergavenny.
For our Tredegar clients thank you for putting up with the noise as we start the surgery renovations and restructuring which will allow all day consulting and operations - planned opening date August 2009
New dental facilities in March 2009
We are pleased to add a specialised dental xray machine to our dental facilities at Abergavenny. This will ensure we can keep your pets teeth even cleaner and healthier!! Dentistry is overlooked but often found in our patients. At Abergavenny we have state of the art facilities for dental work from a routine descale and polish to complex extraction and periodontal treatments. The equine dental team will continue their work to increase awareness of equine dentistry by qualified veterinary surgeons with extensive experience in oral health - often requiring sedation to ensure a full oral examination is part of your horse's health plan.
23rd January 2009
Abbey Vets are really pleased to welcome Rosalind Wadsworth who will be joining the vets from March 2009 every Tuesday and Friday. A fond farewell to Jenny Hamilton-Ible who left us in December to travel the world.
2009 has already produced a large number of pets who are still showing symptoms of fleas. The dogs are blaming the cats and everyone blames global warming. Come in for a free flea check by one the practice nurses and the latest advice on winter flea care.
A final farewell to the Large Animal unit at Abergavenny as they move to their new premises from the end of January. Robert Smith will lead the large animal unit as 'Farm First Vets'.
3rd October 2008: Remember, remember...
Every October we have alot of dogs and cats with firework phobias come in for their annual check up and discussion of the latest techniques in dealing with the problem. This year we have set up a clinic with all the necessary techniques, anti-anxiety drugs and pheromone sprays and collars through our vets and qualified veterinary nurses. Please book now to discuss the problem before the firework season is upon us.
4th Sept 2008: Kennel Cough outbreak in Abergavenny
Abbey Vets have noted a large number of dogs presenting with kennel cough. The condition produces a severe cough often accompanied with gagging and retching. As a name 'kennel cough' is a bit of a misnomer. Although commonly seen in dogs that have been in a dog kennels, this infectious disease can be spread by social contact wherever groups of dogs congregate e.g dog walking and play and training or agility clubs.
Fortunately in most cases treatment is rapidly effective and successful. There is a vaccination against the most serious cause of kennel cough Bordetella bronchiseptica so if you are concerned your pet is at risk phone for an appointment.
Tel. 01873 852391 (24 hr) or 01873 854308 (office hours). Fax. 01873 856426
Crickhowell - 31 New Road, Crickhowell, Powys. NP8 1AY. Tel. 01873 810425
Tredegar - Unit A, The Business Centre, Shop Row, Tredegar. NP22 4LB. Tel. 01495 711277
Abbey Equine - Llansabbath Barns, Llanellen, Nr. Abergavenny, Gwent. NP7 5BY.
Tel 01873 840069 (24hr). Fax. 01873 840772
