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Why do so many dogs get stung by bees? If you think about it, it’s not hard to imagine why… Bees make funny noises, they move slowly and hover at face-height.

There is a little saying amongst veterinarians; ‘a cat is not just a small dog’. It sounds a bit silly, but what it boils down to is that cats don’t respond to the same handling, environment or even medical treatments as their doggy friends.

Going away for the Christmas holidays? Woohoo, after all of this lockdown business – if anybody deserves it, it’s you! Whether you’re taking your pet on your Christmas adventures with you, or they’re staying put at home, here’s some things that you should start considering.  

Swimming is absolutely unique in the benefits it can offer your dog. From January, our brand new super hospital will be bringing these benefits right to our front door! Haven’t heard about our brand new hospital? 

    Welcome to our Exam Room Spotlight! Ever wondered what a thorough ear consultation looks like? Get yourself informed and be a part of your pet’s health journey - Dr. Vicky explains what to expect!

Does it sound absurd? Well, meet Nelson, who has had the doggy equivalent of braces to help correct his troublesome teeth! Read his amazing story here!

    Isn’t this such a hotly debated medical topic at the moment?! The benefits for medical marijuana are indisputable, but what is available for our pets? And does it do them any good? Whether you’re looking for a natural pain relief alternative, or a...

Feline infectious peritonitis is a collection of serious illnesses caused by a virus. Until recently, it was known to be incurable, and deadly. Our veterinarians at Ringwood Vet Hospital are thrilled to be providing cutting edge treatment for these...

    Patient: Meeko, 7 month old domestic shorthair Veterinarian: Dr. Vicky Favourite Nurse: Taylor Has COVID-19 bought any shred of positivity to the world? Well, it’s actually responsible for saving Meeko’s life. Meeko’s journey is one of my absolute...