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A patient care assistant in Riversmeeet works alongside and supports the whole practice team to achieve the highest standards of patient care. Under the direction and supervision of a veterinary surgeon or registered veterinary nurse (RVN) they will assist with monitoring of inpatients, infection control and handling animals safely for procedures such as injections, blood samples, bandage changes and nail clipping.
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Ask most veterinary practices in Tamworth and they will tell you that their Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) are at the very heart of everything they do, we are no different here at Riversmeet Vets. Such is the respect for RVNs that a whole month is dedicated to celebrating their roles – Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month takes place every May and is recognised worldwide.
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Spring is an exciting time for most of us in Tamworth, pets included! Lighter nights mean more opportunities for us being outdoors with our pets in Tamworth. To ensure a happy and safe season for your animals, take a minute to make yourself aware of hidden dangers which could lead to a poorly pet.
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Our veterinary surgeons in Tamworth(commonly known as vets) serve the healthcare needs of animals. Once qualified as a vet, there are many roles such as teaching, research, government and clinical work. Clinical vets can work with farm animals, zoo animals, horses, laboratory animals, pets or a mixture. It is an incredibly diverse and challenging job.
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Does your dog come into regular contact with other dogs in Tamworth? Maybe out on walks, at the local Tamworth park, or when they’re staying in kennels? If so, we’d highly recommend a Kennel Cough vaccine or booster.
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Do you have a tortoise? If so, it is recommended to have a worm count carried out on your tortoise twice a year.
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Brushing is by far the best method of keeping your pet's teeth clean and is more successful if taken in stages. Ideally, it would help if you brushed your dog's teeth at least once daily or three times per week at a minimum to help remove plaque and prevent tartar build-up.
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Let’s look at why annual visits are important for your pet.
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Feline hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, commonly affects cats aged seven years or older. As your cat ages, the risk of developing hypertension increases.
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5 benefits to joining our Pet Health for Life plan
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