WELCOME TO THE BALANCED BEING VETERINARY CENTRE WEBSITE

Balanced Being Veterinary Centre offers integrative veterinary care of the highest standard predominantly for small animals however we do also offer a specialist alternative medicine referral service for equines. Whilst we have a particular interest in racehorses and the performance horse we treat horses of all shapes and sizes. Our ethos is to provide veterinary care and preventative medicine tailored to the needs of the individual animal and the circumstances and requirements of you, the owner.

The integrative approach includes conventional medicine with diagnostics and surgery as well as homeopathy and accupuncture. All treatments are provided in relaxed surroundings designed to put your animal at ease and avoid the negative experience which can often be associated with 'going to the vets'. A look at our services page will highlight the many types of treatments that we can use to provide a unique individual integrative treatment programme for your animal. We look forward to welcoming you and your animals to Balanced Being.

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*** NEW - BALANCED BEING PET CARE PLAN ***

Our new Pet Care Plan allows you to spread the cost of caring for your pet throughout the year. It covers your pet for all its basic health care needs, including treatment and expert advice, giving you complete peace of mind.

The Pet Care Plan guarantees your pet regular health check-ups, where we'll dispense advice if it's needed, along with support and treatment planning to prevent problems arising with your pet in the future.

The cost of maintaining the general health of your pet is then distributed throughout the year by monthly direct debits.

What is included in the Pet Care Plan:

* Annual Health Check with a vet - Consultation 15 minutes

* Annual Vaccination or Titre Blood Test.

* Another 20 minute Consultation with the vet - ideally a 6 month health check

* Faecal Parasite Test (including lungworm where applicable) - twice a year

* Microchip

* Annual Blood Test - Extended Basic Profile

* Comprehensive Nurse Clinic - 30 minutes - twice a year

*** Also includes 10% off all services & products - excluding food items ***

Advantages of signing up to the Pet Care Plan

- Cost of health care for your pet is spread throughout the year.

- 10% off all other services and products can really cut down costs on patients that are on repeat prescription medication or require an operation such as neutering, dentals, radiographs or other major procedures.

- Items that are listed in our Pet Care Plan are on a whole NOT covered by most insurance companies.

- Whilst our Pet Care Plan is NOT an insurance policy, promoting good preventative health care can cut down on your insurance premiums.

- Offers peace of mind that your pet is receiving excellent health care throughout the year.

Please call Balanced Being today to find out more about our new Pet Care Plan.

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BE LUNGWORM AWARE!!!

Lungworm - a widespread threat!

• Lungworm is a life threatening disease which is becoming increasingly common throughout the UK.
• With cases being more widely reported it is a problem that appears to be set on the increase.
• The disease is caused by a type of lungworm know as angiostrongylosis.

How does my dog become infected??

• They have to eat infected larvae, these can be found in slugs, snails and frogs.
• Most dogs will not ingest slugs or snails on purpose but may do so accidentally if they have crawled onto a favourite toy or in their water bowl.
• Young dogs up to 2 years are more susceptible to lungworm infections, however any breed at any age can be at risk.
  

What are the symptoms??

• Breathing problems; coughing, tiring more easily.
• Poor blood clotting; this can lead to excessive bleeding from minor wounds, nose bleeds and anaemia.
• Behavioural changes, seizures, spinal pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Treating angiostrongylosis

• If you are unsure as to weather your dog has lungworm seek veterinary advice.
• The vet will prescribe you a spot on wormer known as "advocate". This is specifically designed to target lungworm as well as treating many other internal and external parasites.
  

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HONEY'S NATURAL FEEDING HANDBOOK

ONLY £7.50

A really handy little guide to raw feeding.

Full of useful advice, tips and recipes.

Limited stock available please email

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** NEW - LILY'S KITCHEN - DINNER FOR DOGS BOOK - ONLY £9.99**

** Beautifully illustrated book which is a great idea to have at home for those rainy days or to give to a fellow animal lover as a present.

** Full of easy and exciting home cooked recipes.

**  Offers a great guide to including quality ingredients into your pet's diet and broadening your knowledge of natural herbal properties.

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