By Bright Side Vets Summer is a fantastic time to get outdoors with our pets, but warmer weather can bring a few seasonal hazards that every owner should be aware of. Heatstroke is one of the biggest risks during hot weather. Dogs, cats, rabbits and other small pets can all overheat quickly, especially during the hottest part of the day. Always ensure your pet has access to fresh drinking water, plenty of shade and somewhere cool to rest. If you're walking your dog, remember

by Bright Side Vets As the weather warms up and pets spend more time outdoors, parasite season is officially here. Fleas, ticks and worms might be tiny, but they can cause big problems for dogs, cats and rabbits. External parasites such as fleas, ticks and mites live on your pet’s skin or fur and can cause itching, irritation and discomfort. Internal parasites, including roundworms, tapeworms and lungworm, are harder to spot but can affect your pet’s health if left untreated.

Proud to Be Part of Tamworth, by Bright Side Vets After nearly ten years of dreaming, Bright Side Vets was brought to life with one big goal… to make going to the vets a more positive experience for everyone. We are an independent, family run practice with a simple philosophy, treat every pet as if they were our own, & every client like family. We first opened our doors in Swadlincote, & over ten years later our beautiful Tamworth site followed. Over the past couple of years,

by Blue Cross, Rolleston Blue Cross in Rolleston is urgently calling out to pet lovers in the local area to help them to care for cats by providing a safe and cosy foster home, before they move on to their forever families. This follows a 9% increase in cat admissions last year across the whole charity. Some cats need a more homely environment so they can receive round-the-clock attention or get used to the usual household sights and sounds to enable them to continue growing

As Bonfire Night approaches, the skyline lights up with dazzling displays. However, for our native wildlife, the 5th of November can be a period of intense stress and danger. The loud, unexpected bangs of fireworks are not just a nuisance but a source of sheer terror for animals, disrupting their essential behaviours and habitats. Hedgehogs are particularly at risk, seeking out cosy piles of wood and leaves as perfect hibernation spots, unaware they have chosen a future bonfi