NEW SLETTER SKYLINE HIGH December 2019 SEASONALHAZARDS Christmas is a time to enjoy, but please be aware it also comes with its own hazards when it comes to your pets. They will happily consume most festive fare, but don't forget chocolate is toxic to dogs, as are raisins, sultanas and grapes. It is also worth remembering that gravy containing onions or onion powder (common in instant gravy) is also toxic for our pets. Should your dog consume any of these foods, he or she will need prompt treatment. Christmas decorations can be hazardous, too. Take care with glass baubles, which may break, and keep tinsel out of reach to avoid any risk of swallowing by inquisitive pets. Winter health tips: Wrap dogs up well when outside, especially smaller breeds that can be more sensitive to the cold. Check paws after walks for lumps of grit, salt or snow / ice that could cause discomfort. Be vigilant near rivers and lakes, especially if frozen. Ensure your dogs can be easily seen at night. Consider reflective clothing and perhaps a small light attached to collars or coats. CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS Christmas Eve: 8.30am - 5pm Christ mas Day - CLOSED* Boxing Day - CLOSED* Fri December 27 th - 8.30am - 7pm Sat December 28 th - 8.30am - 12 noon Sun December 29 th - CLOSED* Mon December 30 th - 8.30am - 7pm New Year' s Eve: 8.30am - 7pm Wed January 1 st - CLOSED* Festive season prescriptions The last date for ordering food and prescriptions before Christmas is 4pm on Monday December 23 rd , for collection before 5pm on Christmas Eve. Normal service will resume on Monday 30th December. * Vetsnow will be available for out of hours emergencies on 01892 458610. PRIORY LODGE VETERINARY GROUP THANKYOU t o al l cl ient s f or your pat ienceand under standing while we have been upgrading the practice in order to offer a better, more comprehensive client experience and service. As well as an additional consulting room, we now have a new laboratory and improved facilities for the duty nurses who spend their on-call nights at the practice looking after your beloved pets. We also now have a new downstairs loo for staff and clients, situated just past the stairs in the waiting room. mer r y chr ist mas f r om Pr iory l odge v et er inar y gr oup www.plvet.co.uk 01732 353668 [email protected]