Brittas Veterinary Hospital

09/10/2026

**HALLOWEEN PET SAFETY TIPS**

Halloween is fast approaching and with this comes bright lights, loud noises and unfamiliar faces. This can be a time of high stress for our pets so we'd like to offer a few tips to keep the weeks ahead less stressful.

🎃 Start desensitisation and behavioral preparation in advance, Fireworks are starting earlier every year.

🎃 Provide a safe, secure space indoors with familiar bedding, toys, water and calming background noise (TV or music)

🎃Keep all doors, windows and gates securely shut.

🎃 Start walks early in the morning and avoid the later evenings, remember to keep your dog on a leash at all times.

🎃Make sure your pet is microchipped and ensure the registered contact details are up to date. We are happy to help you check this and will provide guidance if any details need to be updated.

🎃Natural supplements such as vetpro stress and anxiety capsules are available to purchase in the clinic and can be given at meal times to help reduce symptoms. Feliway and Adaptil diffusers/sprays for both cats and dogs are also effective in managing and reducing stress levels.

Have a spooktacular month ahead and remember to keep the sweets out of reach. Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you have any concerns about your pets well-being. Happy Halloween from all of us at Brittas vets. ✨👻

06/10/2026

✨Cassie✨
Today Cassie called into us for her regular groom. 🫧🐶 Basic Health checks are included with all our grooms.

While brushing out Cassie, Ceire noticed that her right ear was looking more red and had more dirt present. This was the perfect opportunity to swab the ear and do an ear cytology.

This is a quick test where we collect the discharge on a cotton bud and roll it onto the microscope slide. The slide is then dipped in solution and allows us to identify yeast, bacteria and parasites under the microscope.

Luckily no abnormalities were detected and Cassie just required a good ear clean! 🙌🏼 Swipe to check out how cute Cassie was looking after her groom 💕

06/10/2026

**MISSING CAT**

Josie has been missing from the Dualla area since Sunday October 4th. She has never stayed out longer than a night. She is also microchipped.

Please contact the clinic on 050424401 if you have any information on her whereabouts.

01/10/2026

Male JRT found in the rahealty area. Safe with finder. please contact the clinic on 050424401 if you own or recognize this dog.

30/09/2026

Pebbles, Lucky and Cosmo were in with us a few weeks ago and availed of our best start kitten package. They are now fully vaccinated and ready to take on the world. 😺

This morning we had Pebbles and Cosmo return to us as they were ready to be neutered. How cute are they, enjoying some post op "Tea and Toast" recovery food! 🫶🏼✨😺

25/09/2026

Why do rabbits need their teeth clipped ?🐰

Rabbits need their teeth trimmed because their teeth grow continuously throughout their lives and must be worn down by chewing fibrous food.🥕🥗

Why Overgrowth Happens

Continuous growth: A rabbit’s teeth (incisors and back molars) never stop growing.

Lack of natural wear: Wild rabbits wear their teeth down by constantly grazing on tough, abrasive grass and hay. Pet rabbits often lack this natural grinding if fed a soft diet or too many pellets instead of hay.

Malocclusion: Some rabbits have a genetic misalignment of the jaw (malocclusion) where upper and lower teeth do not meet properly, meaning they cannot grind each other down naturally at all.

The Dangers of Overgrown Teeth

Painful spurs: Back molars can develop sharp points (spurs) that grow into the rabbit's tongue and cheeks.

Facial and jaw damage: Overgrown front incisors can curl up like tusks, piercing the gums or the roof of the mouth.

Infection and fatal refusal to eat: Dental pain makes eating and grooming nearly impossible, which can quickly lead to severe gut slowdown (GI stasis) and fatal complications.

Note: Traditional "clipping" with standard clippers can shatter the tooth and damage the root. Professional veterinarians often prefer to grind down or shorten teeth safely using an electric burr tool, often under a light anaesthetic.

Call us on 0504 24401 or 062 63492 and we will be happy to answer any bunny questions you have😊

18/09/2026

Best Start Puppy and Kitten Packs include:
*Full Course of Vaccines
*Full Clinical Check
*Microchip
*3 Months Flea & Worm Treatments
*All for just €99 😲

13/08/2026

Fenix & Skye ready to take on the world😊Fully protected after getting their vaccinations, Microchip and Parasite Treatments on the Best Start Puppy & Kitten Packs💉😻🐶❤️

12/08/2026

Last Thursday we said " see you later" to our Siobhan😢. After 10 years in Brittas, Siobhan is moving on to a new adventure. Instead of caring for our four legged friends she will be caring for the two legged. Her care for our clients, patients and colleagues was always a constant. We can't express how much we will miss her, especially that smile😁. Always more than a coworker, she will always be a best friend to us all🥰 Best of luck Tay Tay, and we'll see you soon❤️❤️❤️

19/08/2022

Happy Friday!

What are you and your fur babies up to this weekend?

21/07/2022

It's back for the Summer! 3 for 2 on all Vetpro products! Mix and match your favourites.

Shop now on the My Family Vets Shop!

*Cheapest item free, offer valid until 31st August 2022.

12/05/2022

Heatwave incoming! 🌡️ Are you planning on taking your dog away to the beach this weekend? Does your dog get nervous whilst travelling? Or perhaps your cat or dog will be staying in a kennel or cattery if you are away this weekend.

All of these situations can cause anxiety in pets, however Vetpro can help! Vetpro Stress & Anxiety Capsules:

🌿 Calms behaviour
🌿 Are fast acting
🌿 Helps reduce stress
🌿 High strength
🌿 No sedative effect
🌿 Easy to administer sprinkle capsules

And for a limited time, we have 3 for 2 on all Vetpro products over on the My Family Vets Shop! Follow the link below to shop

https://bit.ly/38nq9lq

04/05/2022

OFFER ALERT! 🤩 IT'S BACK! Get 3 for 2 across the WHOLE Vetpro range on the My Family Vets Shop!

You can mix and match any Vetpro products, including; Stress & Anxiety, Joints & Mobility with Omega-3s and Healthy Skin & Glossy Coat! Follow the link below to shop!

http://bit.ly/34QoqY1

28/04/2022

It's International Guide Dog Day! 🦮

A day to celebrate all of the amazing service dogs out there who help their owners every day. Do you know any service dogs who you will celebrate today?

20/04/2022

When you realise it's already Wednesday! *Two more sleeps until it's Friday again*

11/04/2022