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Small Furries

Going on holiday? Here’s your small pet prep guide from Claygate Vets!

May 14th, 2024

Your long-awaited holiday is around the corner, but what about your furry friends left behind? Don’t fret, check out our pre-holiday prep guide.

Flystrike prevention for rabbits and guinea pigs

April 21st, 2024

Pet owners in Surrey need to be vigilant this spring about protecting their rabbits and guinea pigs from a deadly threat…

Claygate Vets answer: Should I vaccinate my rabbit?

March 21st, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore the significance of rabbit vaccination and the nasty diseases they are at risk of: myxomatosis and RVHD.

Help! My new small furry pet has a pregnancy bump

February 21st, 2024

Darren recommends whether you adopted a guinea pig, a hamster, or another small furry pet, it’s vital you understand their pregnancy needs.

Learn how to exercise your small furry pets with Claygate Vets

January 7th, 2024

There are various ways to increase your small furry pets’ exercise levels both inside and outside of their enclosure. Learn more here.

Degus, rabbits, hamsters… is 2024 the year to consider a new small furry pet?

December 7th, 2023

Claygate Vets urge those who are considering a small furry pet to do plenty of research on the care needs before purchasing.

Celebrate your rabbit with this advice from Claygate Vets

November 7th, 2023

Take time this Christmas to celebrate the bond you have with your bunny and what your relationship has achieved. Read more …

Do you need to bring small furry pets indoors during firework season?

October 14th, 2023

To keep outdoor small furries safe, it’s worth moving them inside – read on to learn why.

Claygate Veterinary Centre helps owners understand pain signs in rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters

September 7th, 2023

Small furry pets are experts in pain hiding so their owners have to thoroughly monitor them. Learn more here.

Should you keep guinea pigs in pairs or groups?

August 7th, 2023

Our Vet Darren Partridge has put together some advice on why guinea pigs need a friend or two, or three… to stay happy – learn more here.