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We got to meet the lovely Skipper this week whilst on his holidays. During a trip to the beach he suddenly started to cough, sneeze and retch. He was rushed straight down, after an examination he was sedated to examine the back of the throat.
Right at the very back disappearing behind his soft palate was this large blade of grass. One end was heading up into the nasal cavity. Once removed this stopped the irritation. The grass blade was an impressive 20cm long and rough to touch. Skipper can now continue his holiday hopefully choosing a doggie ice cream rather than grass to snack on.
It is that time of year again - please be extra vigilant and any worrying signs then contact us as soon as possible.**DOG OWNERS PLEASE READ**
Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI) www.aht.org.uk/sci
We do not have any new information about SCI but wish to remind dog owners to be vigilant at this time of year. Please contact your vet about any sudden sickness that comes on within 72 hours of walking your dog in woodland. SCI can be fatal if not treated promptly and the cause is unknown.
This little cutie Mable came in to see us today with a itchy problem. Although a little earlier than normal Harvest Mites (Trombiucula autumnalis) are making an appearance.
As seen here on Mable a localised collection of these tiny orange/red mites. Places these mites like to attach to is face, inbetween toes, legs, folds in the ear flaps and abdomen.
They are not blood feeders, in fact they feed on liquefied skin cells. It's the digestive enzymes to break down the skin cells that causes the intense irritation on your pet.
Find Coastal Vets in Snettisham
at 16 Alma Road, Snettisham, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 7NY
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8.30am – 6pm
Saturdays: 9am – 12 noon
Find Coastal Vets in Burnham Market
at Creake Road, Burnham Market, King’s Lynn PE31 8EA
Opening hours:
Monday and Wednesday: 2pm – 4pm
Friday: 9am – 11am
Contact Coastal Vets on 01485 544201
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