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Kathy is halfway through her acupuncture course and is about to attend her second intensive week of study. She is finding the course really interesting and has had some great results on animals she has so far treated. Acupuncture is well recognised as an alternate drug free source of pain relief and we have seen some good results on arthritic patients in this clinic already. It also has many other applications for other illnesses and we will be able to offer you a broad range of treaments for those of you who are interested in alternative medicine for your pet

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Pet Care Facts

Are you sitting on a flea problem this winter?

It's not a nice thought, but your favourite armchair could be hiding more than the odd biscuit crumb. Unless you've been keeping up
with flea treatments, you could be providing a warm winter shelter for fleas at various stages of their life cycle.

Some flea stages can survive for up to 6 months in your home environment.

Surprised? Many people are, because fleas may not be as visible during the winter months. However, your armchair, rugs and floors could be home to flea pupae that are waiting out the cooler months in comfort before the warmer weather prompts them to emerge as adult fleas.

Missing monthly flea treatments allows fleas to build up in the environment.

Your home is always at risk of flea contamination from sources that you can't always control. Other animals that have access to your garden or home may all be on-going sources of flea egg contamination. This means that if monthly flea treatments are missed, there's a good chance your pet will pick up an infestation from the environment sooner or later.

So it's important to treat all dogs and cats in your home for fleas, every month, all year round with a recommended flea treatment. Our staff can advise you of the treatment that best suits you and your pet's lifestyle.

You can also sign up for free SMS and email treatment reminders for most flea products on the manufacturers website.

Here's some other tips to make your home a no-flea zone:-

1.Vacuum regularly to remove flea eggs and stimulate fleas to emerge.

2.Regularly wash pet bedding in hot water.

3. Don't let untreated animals enter your home.

3.Keep damp shady areas debris free.

4.Block pet access to under the house