Introducing The New Puppy

Introducing a new puppy at home is an exciting time for all the family. Puppies are time consuming when they are young. It is important to set out the ground rules and establish the routine you wish to maintain throughout your dog’s life and that takes time and...

Rabies confirmed in France

As many pet owners prepare to take their pets abroad this summer our vets at Donaldsons have seen a big increase in the number of Pet Passports we are issuing; the Pet Passport scheme is designed to keep your pet safe from Rabies and eliminate the risk of introducing...

Kennel Cough!

With the summer holidays well in progress, many people will be taking their dog to the kennels for his annual stay. Every year at this time, as the kennelled dog population increases, the number of cases of kennel cough we see each day rises predictably. Kennel cough...

Myxomatosis

NEW RABBIT VACCINATION: For some years now, vaccinations have been available for rabbits that protect against Myxomatosis and Viral Haemorrhagic Disease but now a new vaccine is available which simplifies the process of protecting against these fatal diseases....

Summer Holidays!!

With Easter behind us and Spring in the air, thoughts turn to planning the summer holiday. Whether you are considering a “Staycation” here in the UK or heading abroad, plans inevitably need to include some provision for the family pet. Holidaying in the UK is an...