Dogs
Vaccinations
Providing your dog with the protection against a number of life threatening conditions is part of responsible dog ownership. Here at Archway Veterinary Practice we look forward to making your new member of the family welcome in providing relaxed appointment only clinics to give your dog a full health check and appropriate vaccinations.

Puppies 1st Vaccination at 8 to10 weeks. 
Diseases covered, Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza

2nd Vaccination 2 weeks later at 10 to 12 weeks. As above
First booster  Given 1yr after the puppy course.
Distemper, Hepatitis , Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza 
Adult Dogs  Annual booster for Leptospirosis and Parainfluenza with a full booster every 3rd year
Kennel Cough An Intra nasal vaccine providing a full years protection against kennel cough. Required by most reputable kennels. Needs to be given at least 5 days prior to kennelling or can be given with annual booster.
Rabies   Required as part of the pets travel scheme. Initially two doses given 1 month apart. Subsequent boosters are required every 3rd year.
Pets Travel Scheme. New rules now apply (Jan 2012) for details follow this link http://www.defra.gov.uk/wildlife-pets/pets/travel/pets/
In addition to the government requirement we strongly recommend that you take preventative treatment against ticks and or sand flies and mosquitos depending on your area of travel. Please contact the surgery for more information before you travel.

Neutering    
There can be strong advantages to neutering your dog or bitch, but the timing is important. Too early and your dogs development can be affected. We prefer to spay bitches between their first and second season i.e. 2to 3 months after their first season.

  • Stops the mess of heats and prevents unwanted pregnancies
  • Reduces the risk of mammary cancer
  • Stops the worry of pyometra (serious womb infection)
  • Stops the problem of false pregnancy Dogs are preferably castrated at around their first birthday
  • Helps to prevent wandering especially when your neighbours’ bitch is in season!
  • Can help to reduce aggression related to sexual prowess
  • Reduces libidos behaviour. E.g. “humping” inanimate objects
  • Prevents testicular tumours (especially important if your dog has a retained testicle) and lowers the incidence of
        anal adenoma and prostatic problems.                                  

    Surgical and Diagnostic Facilities
  • Full surgical facilities with the expertise to perform operations from routine neutering to internal fixation of fractures.
  • Up to the minute anaesthetic monitoring and in-house laboratory to provide quick accurate biochemistry and haematology.
  • Ultrasound always available for speedy diagnosis of internal problems.
  • Endoscopy for minimally invasive diagnosis of gastrointestinal and respiratory problems
  • Digital Radiography to give the highest resolution X Rays
  • Electrocardiography for investigation of heart problems.
  • Ultrasonic scalers and powered polishers to return your cat or dogs teeth to their best condition.
  • Qualified Nurses to look after inpatients from admission to discharge.

    Nurse Clinics
  • Weight management clinics, where your pet can be regularly monitored, and exercise and dietary control discussed
  • Senior pet clinics, where age related problems can be looked at in depth and new treatments to maintain your pets vitality and enjoyment.
       This can also include blood tests to catch the early signs of internal problems in time.
  • Dental clinics for maintaining your pets oral health with the varied range of methods available.
  • Puppy parties to help socialise your pup and get advise on training, feeding, parasite control. A fun evening for all concerned!