Advice on Harvest Mites and Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI)
Harvest Mites and Seasonal Canine Illness What are Harvest mites? Harvest mites are like tiny spiders and are a member of the arachnid family. They cause seasonal skin conditions for dogs at this time of year (late August – October). Although they are ridiculously small (microscopic), they … Read More about Advice on Harvest Mites and Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI)
Wicstun Veterinary Hospital Opening!
After years of hard work (and COVID-19!), we are delighted to announce we will be opening the doors to our brand new, 24 hour hospital in Market Weighton on Monday 24th August 2020. This new era for Wicstun is huge for not only the team, but also the veterinary world. As one of the few remaining … Read More about Wicstun Veterinary Hospital Opening!
COVID-19 – Client Guidance
Corona Virus Update for our clients (as at 17th March 2020) In light of the current Covid-19 pandemic, we believe that it is important for us to put measures in place to help protect our teams and our clients, whilst allowing us to remain open and functioning to the best of our abilities. … Read More about COVID-19 – Client Guidance
Transport your cat safely!
Expert guidance on safe and comfortable cat travel! Cat carriers are the safest way to transport your cat to the vets. They offer protection, security and minimise the risk of escape. For a lot of cats, travelling is an odd experience and may not be met too enthusiastically. For … Read More about Transport your cat safely!
Is your pet scared of fireworks?
Vets recommend you begin helping your pet now! Wicstun vet, Emily, offers advice to owners of noise phobic or anxious pets; Firework season can be a distressing time for our pets, so here are a few tips of simple things that can be implemented to try and minimize the effects as much as possible! … Read More about Is your pet scared of fireworks?
** Brexit – pet owner advice issued by DEFRA
Pet passports and Brexit - will you need to take action? DEFRA have issued the following information for pet owners If you currently hold a UK-issued EU pet passport for your cat, dog or ferret: We would like to make you aware of changes that may affect you and your pet when … Read More about ** Brexit – pet owner advice issued by DEFRA
Exciting news as Nicola and Sophie join the team!
Proudly introducing Nicola and Sophie, newest members of the Wicstun team! A huge Wicstun welcome to Nicola Grundy and Sophie Challis! Both veterinary nurses join our experienced team to contribute towards the provision of our clinical and client support services. A new and exciting … Read More about Exciting news as Nicola and Sophie join the team!
As cute as puppies! Pocklington Pre-School pay a visit!
Classroom delight as 'Vet Week' takes over! Classroom delight as 'vet week' takes over! We had the absolute pleasure of helping pupils from Pocklington Pre- School with their 'Vet' themed classroom project recently. The children, aged between 3 and 5, took part in a week of exploring … Read More about As cute as puppies! Pocklington Pre-School pay a visit!
Community spirit!
Jo, Steph and Bridie visit local school children! Pupils aged between 3 and 6 years old, at Saint Mary’s RC primary school, Market Weighton, had plenty of fun recently during a visit from Wicstun team members, Jo, Steph and youngster Bridie, the Labrador. With help from her knowledgeable … Read More about Community spirit!
Expert to get your pups off to a flying start!
Behaviour expert, Jodie, teams up for puppy power project! The Wicstun gang are absolutely delighted to announce a spot of team work with local pet behaviour expert, Jodie Ellis, of Teaching People, Teaching Dogs. Together, we want to ensure that you get your puppy off to the best start in … Read More about Expert to get your pups off to a flying start!
