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Advice and information

Helpful answers for everyday pet care.

Explore common questions about visiting the vet, preventative care and looking after your pet. For individual medical advice, speak to the Ironstone team.

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Explore the topics

A little guidance goes a long way.

These articles help you prepare useful questions for your veterinary team. They are not a substitute for an examination, diagnosis or advice tailored to your pet.

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Pet care guidance

How to prepare your pet for a vet visit

What to note down, what to bring and how to help your pet feel calmer before a veterinary appointment.

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Pet care guidance

Pet vaccinations: questions owners often ask

How vets decide which vaccines your pet needs, what to ask and what to do about a missed booster.

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Pet care guidance

How to look after your pet’s teeth at home

Signs of dental problems, introducing tooth brushing gradually and when to book a dental check.

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Routine pet health

Thinking about preventative care?

Ironstone publishes information about vaccinations and its tailored pet wellness plans. Find out what they include and ask the practice about a plan for your pet.

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Worried about your pet?

Contact the clinic directly rather than relying on general online advice.

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