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Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm Saturday 9am - 12pm

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Here at Penrose Vets we deliver compassion and commitment to keeping your pet happy and healthy for life.

01/11/2026

Bonfire Night can be an exciting evening for us, but for many pets, the sudden bangs, flashes and vibrations can be frightening.

A little preparation can help. Before fireworks begin, make sure you:

🐾 Walk dogs earlier in the day

🐾 Keep cats indoors before it gets dark

🐾 Close windows, curtains and blinds

🐾 Create a quiet, comfortable hiding place

🐾 Use background noise to help muffle outside sounds

If your pet has struggled with fireworks before, speak to us today. There may be additional ways we can help them cope.

31/10/2026

Bringing the right information to your pet’s appointment can make all the difference. Any medications they’re taking, a urine or stool sample if requested, and notes about changes in appetite, behaviour, or symptoms can all help us get a clearer picture and provide the best possible care. 🐾

29/10/2026

As pets get older, small changes at home can make a big difference to their comfort and quality of life.

Try adding soft bedding, non-slip rugs, gentle exercise, and regular quiet time to rest. Ramps, low-entry litter trays, and keeping essentials within easy reach can also help senior pets stay safe and comfortable.

If you notice changes in mobility, sleep, appetite, or behaviour, it’s worth arranging a check-up with us. Many age-related problems can be managed to help your pet enjoy their senior years. 🐶🐱

27/10/2026

It’s Halloween, the season where there are plenty of sweets and chocolate around the house, but some of our favourite treats can be dangerous for our pets.

Keep these safely out of reach:

🍫 Chocolate

🍬 Sweets containing xylitol

🍇 Grapes and raisins

🗑️ Sweet wrappers and packaging, which can cause problems if swallowed

Keep Halloween treats for humans and give your pet something safe and suitable instead.

Did you know these were dangerous for pets? Tell us in the comments!

25/10/2026

Autumn can mean cooler days, wetter walks and more time spent curled up indoors, and pets living with osteoarthritis may need a little extra support.

Simple changes at home can help make everyday life more comfortable, such as:

🐾 Providing a warm, comfortable orthopaedic bed.

🐾 Keeping exercise regular and gentler rather than having very active days followed by long periods of rest.

🐾 Using non-slip rugs or mats on slippery floors.

🐾 Considering ramps or steps if your pet struggles to reach their favourite places.

🐾 Helping them maintain a healthy weight to reduce unnecessary strain on their joints.

A few thoughtful adjustments can make autumn much easier on sore joints.

Does your pet struggle with osteoarthritis? Tell us in the comments.

24/10/2026

If you’ve never booked a Senior Pet Check-Up before, you might be wondering what’s involved. 🐾

The appointment is designed to build a fuller picture of your pet’s health as they get older. We’ll talk to you about how they’ve been getting on at home, assess their body and muscle condition, check any lumps and bumps, and look for signs of issues such as osteoarthritis or cognitive changes.

Your pet will also have blood and urine testing, a full veterinary examination and dental assessment. Cats will have their blood pressure checked too.

It’s all about taking a more detailed look at your pet’s health and identifying anything that may need closer attention.

Speak to our team to find out more and book your senior pet in.

Head over to our page for more information 🔗 https://bit.ly/476R8k8

23/10/2026

Follow-up appointments matter because they help us make sure your pet is healing well, responding to treatment, and getting the ongoing care they need. They’re an important chance to catch any concerns early and keep recovery on the right track. 🐾

21/10/2026

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most common health conditions seen in older cats. As it develops gradually, early signs can be easy to miss.

Signs to watch out for include:

🐈 Drinking more water than usual

🐈 Urinating more, and more often

🐈 Weight loss

🐈 Reduced appetite

🐈 Vomiting

🐈 Poor coat condition

🐈 Tiredness or hiding more than usual

Diagnosis is based on a physical examination, blood tests to check kidney values, urine testing, blood pressure measurement, and sometimes imaging such as ultrasound.

Though CKD cannot be cured, it can usually be managed to help cats feel better and maintain a good quality of life.

Treatment may include a prescription kidney diet, encouraging water intake, medications, supplements, and regular monitoring with your vet.

If your cat is showing any of these signs, it is worth booking a check-up. Early diagnosis can make a real difference. 💙

20/10/2026

Your senior pet might look perfectly well at home, but some health problems can develop quietly before obvious symptoms appear.

Our Senior Pet Check-Up has been designed specifically for older dogs and cats who appear healthy, helping us look for early signs of conditions such as osteoarthritis, dental disease, kidney and liver dysfunction, diabetes, cognitive changes and certain cancers.

The aim isn’t simply to find disease. It’s to understand your pet’s health more fully so that, if something does need attention, we can discuss the next steps with you.

Get in touch with our team to find out more and take advantage of our 10% discount during October, or it’s included if you’re part of our health plan.

Follow this link for more information 🔗 https://bit.ly/476R8k8

19/10/2026

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Address

70 Brinkley Lane
Colchester
CO49XE

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Website

https://www.penrosevets.co.uk/

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