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Dental is the most common inflammatory disorder in cats and dogs and it is usually chronic and misunderstood by pet owners. What is dental disease? Dental disease is an umbrella term for inflammation or infection within the mouth of your pet. The structures that can be affected by dental disease include the gums, the teeth

Fairfield house Vets have very proudly nominated the Kipling County Carriage Driving Group as their supported charity for the recent Heathfield Show 2022. Whilst The Group operates under the RDA umbrella and standards, it receives no direct financial support from RDA and is only able to operate through the generous donations received from fund raising

With the continuing hot weather we have had an increasing number of adder bite cases in dogs, specifically on the forest. What is an Adder? The Adder is the UK’s only venomous snake, they area a grey/brown colour with a distinct zig-zag pattern down their bodies. In warm weather they bask on paths and in

Red mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) is parasitic mite that feeds on your chicken’s blood while they roost at night. After taking a blood meal the mites return to the cracks and crevices of your hen house where they live, reproduce and lay eggs. They are less than 1mm in length and appear a light grey/brown colour,

May is Vet Nursing Awareness Month, so we thought we would remind you about all of our wonderful nurses at our practise! We are lucky enough to have a great team of nurses at Fairfield House, who work closely with the vets to provide care for your pets. Nurse clinics are a great way to

Spring has sprung into bloom and you might have noticed some of our smaller furry friends have an extra spring in their step! To keep our bunnies bouncing – here are a few tips for optimal care throughtout spring and into summer. Feeding happy bunnies Rabbits should be fed predominently hay (80-90%). We recommend feeding

Uckfield Vets are taking on many new animals every week. From dogs, cats and other small furry friends, to farms of animals and also the odd exotic breed! If you are looking for new vets in Sussex then please get in touch! Sadly, we are noticing that many vets near our area are closing. This

With lambing well underway for some and just starting for others, it’s imperative to make sure you have all the tools you need for a smooth-sailing spring!  If you get a spare minute during lambing time, it’s better spent with a cup of tea than dashing to the country store for emergency supplies. It’s worth looking now to