Southill Vets' news & pet care advice
To help you keep your pet happy and healthy, we update our news and free pet care advice regularly. Discover seasonal and local pet care tips, as well as preventative advice and topical articles below.
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Vet Bob O’Brien discusses why guinea pigs need companions
Their mental health and physical wellbeing rely on having buddies – learn how to keep your own guinea pig thriving in our latest article.
Get Southill Vets’ vital guide to dog health this summer
Read more on what our team of vets believe are the most common conditions that affect pets across the UK over summer, and how to avoid them.
Is a guinea pig right for you? Learn more here…
Our Head Nurse Clare provides helpful advice on whether guinea pigs are the best pet for you and your family.
Summer Safety Guide for Cats
Cats in Wincanton may need extra attention this summer to keep them safe – learn more here and download our cat safety summer guide.
Get Southill Vets’ tips for keeping small furries safe from flystrike
How to protect your small furry pet from flystrike – a painful and potentially fatal condition that can be avoided.
Seven activities for your dog in the heat and five to avoid
When it’s hot outside in Wincanton, it’s essential to take extra precautions to keep your dog safe. Read our do’s and don’ts guide.
Vet Bob has advice for cat owners about heatstroke
Learn about the risks associated with heatstroke and what you can do as an owner to keep your cat healthy.
Southill Vets explains what to do if your cat or dog has vomited
Witnessing your pet vomit can be worrying; in our article we explain what danger signs to look out for and when to contact a vet.
Hamster under the weather? Vet Bob helps owners spot illnesses at home
Is your hamster hibernating/Are they unwell? Vet Bob shares signs to look for and six common hamster illnesses.
