Ask most veterinary practices in West Yorkshire and they will tell you that their Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are at the very heart of everything they do. We are no different here at Calder Vets. Such is the respect for RVNs that a whole month is dedicated to celebrating their roles – Veterinary Nurse Awareness
Our veterinary surgeons in West Yorkshire (commonly known as vets) serve the healthcare needs of animals. Once qualified as a vet, there are many roles such as teaching, research, government and clinical work. Clinical vets can work with farm animals, zoo animals, horses, laboratory animals, pets or a mixture. It is an incredibly diverse
Does your dog come into regular contact with other dogs around West Yorkshire? Maybe out on walks, at your local West Yorkshire park, or when they’re staying in kennels? If so, we’d highly recommend a Kennel Cough vaccine or booster. And, with our new oral vaccine, it’s now even easier to protect your dog. Kennel
Do you ever wonder why your pet needs an annual booster vaccination in West Yorkshire? In this article we look at the importance of vaccinations and why they are important. You’re probably aware that getting a new puppy or kitten means a few trips to the vets for vaccinations, parasite control and other preventative treatments.
Learn more about feline hypertension and book a blood pressure check today in West Yorkshire… What is feline hypertension? Feline hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, commonly affects cats aged seven years or older. As your cat ages, the risk of developing hypertension increases. Hypertension in West Yorkshire can often go undetected until it
As pet owners in West Yorkshire, we all want the best for our four-legged friends, but we also know that pet ownership can be expensive. By becoming a member of our Pet Health club you can spread the cost of essential healthcare and save money. Here are five great reasons for you and your pet to
Our kind-hearted team and their four-legged friends walked more than 300 miles in October to raise funds for a charity which supports homeless people and their pets. 11 of the staff across Calder Vets Practice in West Yorkshire, collectively walked 314 miles for Street Paws, which provides free accessible vet care and support services to
What is antibiotic resistance? Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria develop mechanisms to reduce the effects of the antibiotic. These mechanisms evolve through mutation and adaptation. Mutations can be good or bad for bacteria. In some cases, the mutation kills the bacteria and it may provide the bacteria with a survival advantage. The survival advantage may
With Christmas around the corner in West Yorkshire, we wanted to ensure we provide you with our December opening hours for the festive period. Please see below our opening times over Christmas and New Year. Christmas Eve Dewsbury – 8.00am-6.00pm Christmas Eve Horbury – 8.00am-10.30am Christmas Eve Halton – 8.00am-1.00pm Christmas Eve Wakefield – 8.00am-1.00pm Christmas Eve Sandal – 8.00am-10.30am
We wish you and your pets a very happy festive period in West Yorkshire. With lots to think about it can be easy to forget the risks that are associated with Christmas and our pets. Most of the risks are present all year round, however, we do see an increase in pets eating hazards materials
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