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Pet Insurance Explained for Barton Owners
Date: 26 Apr 2026
Pet Insurance Explained for Barton Owners For many pet owners in Barton, Barrow, Goxhill, New Holland, Wootton and across North Lincolnshire, pet insurance can feel confusing at first. With different policy types, excess fees, exclusions and limits to think about, it is not always obvious what level of cover is right for your dog, cat or small pet. At Barton Veterinary Practice, we know that choosing pet insurance is
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Spring & Summer Pet Grooming Tips
Date: 20 Apr 2026
Keeping Your Dogs & Cats Comfortable, Healthy, and Happy As the days get longer and temperatures begin to rise, spring and summer bring new challenges for pet owners. Warmer weather, shedding coats, parasites, and outdoor adventures all mean grooming becomes even more important for both dogs and cats. Here’s a practical guide to help you keep your pets in top condition through the warmer months. Dogs: Seasonal Gr
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Feline Leukaemia in Kittens: What Every Cat Owner Should Know
Date: 11 Sep 2025
Feline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV) is one of the most serious infectious diseases affecting cats, and kittens are particularly vulnerable. As a cat owner, understanding feline leukaemia in kittens is crucial, not only for your own pet’s health but for the wellbeing of other cats they may come into contact with. Our veterinary team is committed to helping you protect your kitten from this potentially fatal virus. Here’s wh
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Understanding Kennel Cough in Dogs
Date: 09 Sep 2025
As a dog owner, keeping your pet healthy is always a top priority. One condition that often takes people by surprise is kennel cough, a highly contagious respiratory illness in dogs. With the growing popularity of doggy daycares, boarding kennels, training classes, and playdates at the park, it’s important to understand how kennel cough spreads and what you can do to protect your pup. What is kennel cough? Canine ken
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Protect your dog from BBQ hazards – risks and what you can do.
Date: 10 Jul 2025
Summer is the perfect time for gathering with friends and family, enjoying good food, and making memories at barbecues and outdoor events. However, while these social occasions are a highlight of the season, it’s important to remember that summer also brings its own set of risks, especially for our dogs. Whether it’s the heat, the potential for harmful foods, or unexpected accidents, staying aware and taking precauti
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The Risks of Grass Seeds in Dogs
Date: 09 Jun 2025
The Risks of Grass Seeds in Dogs Across all of our veterinary practices, we often see dogs in discomfort caused by grass seeds. Grass seeds are a common issue for dogs, especially during the warmer months from June to October, when grasses like foxtails and meadow grasses shed their seeds. Local parks, such as Richmond Park, Ham Common, and various of other known green spaces in London provide plenty of natural envir
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The CMA Investigation into the Veterinary Profession
Date: 25 Feb 2025
There’s been a lot of talk recently about the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation into the veterinary profession. As a local veterinary practice, we’d like to share our perspective on this important issue and highlight what sets us apart from the large corporate groups. We believe we offer strong competition to the large corporates owned by huge multinational companies or massive private
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Common Poisonings in Pets
Date: 25 Feb 2025
As dedicated and experienced UK veterinarians, we are deeply committed to the well-being of your pets. Today, we want to shed light on common poisonings that our beloved pets may encounter in the UK. Knowledge is power, and awareness of these dangers can help keep your pets stay safe and sound. Things poisonous to pets: Chocolate Poisoning Chocolate is a treat that most of us adore, but it can be toxic to our pets. T
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Microchipping
Date: 25 Feb 2025
Microchipping is a key part of caring for your pet, making it easier for you to find them if they wander off. From 10 June 2024, it will also become a legal requirement for both cats and dogs to have a microchip, failure to comply will incur a fine of up to £500. What are Microchips? A microchip is a tiny electronic chip the size of a grain of rice. It is commonly inserted under the skin, between your pet’s sho
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