S J Hales Veterinary Group

S J Hales Veterinary Group We are a long established veterinary practice with clients from across Warwickshire and surrounding areas.

“I’ll only be a minute” can quickly become dangerous when a dog is left in a hot car. 🐶☀️Cars can heat up much faster th...
06/06/2026

“I’ll only be a minute” can quickly become dangerous when a dog is left in a hot car. 🐶☀️

Cars can heat up much faster than many people realise, and dogs cannot cool themselves down in the same way we do. Once their body temperature rises, they can become seriously unwell very quickly.

Before you travel, ask yourself:

🐾 Can my dog come with me?

🐾 Is there somewhere safe and shaded for them outside of the car?

🐾 Would they be better staying at home?

If you need to stop somewhere your dog cannot go, please make other arrangements.

No errand is worth risking your dog’s life.

If you’ve recently adopted a new pet, we’re so happy for you!Whether you’ve gained a new puppy/kitten or an adult or eve...
04/06/2026

If you’ve recently adopted a new pet, we’re so happy for you!

Whether you’ve gained a new puppy/kitten or an adult or even senior pet, it’s always important to:

🐾 Be patient while your new pets adjust to your home and routines

🐾 Get them registered with us, get them a health check, and, if needed, vaccinations or parasite prevention treatments

🐾 If you have a new cat, invest in some environmental enrichment for your home, such as vertical structures, scratching posts and hiding spots

🐾 Keep changes slow: introduce new foods, people, and environments one step at a time to avoid stress and tummy upsets

🐾 Set up a “safe zone” where they can decompress

🐾 Start gentle handling and training early (paws, ears, mouth) with treats, so future care is easier

🐾 If you already have pets, do calm, supervised introductions and give everyone their own space and resources, such as beds, bowls and litter trays

And remember: questions are normal. If you’re unsure about anything, we’re here to help. 🩺
Tell us below: what’s your new pet’s name (and how old are they)? 🐶🐱👇

Those tiny squishy paw pads do a lot: they help with grip, cushion every jump, and (yes) leave the cutest little prints....
03/06/2026

Those tiny squishy paw pads do a lot: they help with grip, cushion every jump, and (yes) leave the cutest little prints. Whether they’re pink, black, speckled, or somewhere in between… we’re obsessed.

Share a toe bean picture in the comments! 😺

If your cat stops eating for even a couple of days, bring them to us. Cats can develop hepatic lipidosis, a dangerous co...
12/05/2026

If your cat stops eating for even a couple of days, bring them to us. Cats can develop hepatic lipidosis, a dangerous condition where fat builds up in the liver, and the liver starts to fail.

Signs to watch out for:

🐾 Not eating or eating much less (often 24–48 hours is enough to worry)

🐾 Lethargy and hiding more than usual

🐾 Vomiting or drooling

🐾 Rapid weight loss

🐾 Yellow gums/eyes/ears (jaundice)

🐾 Weakness or wobbliness

A cat can stop eating due to stress (moving house, a new pet or baby in the family) or due to illness (dental pain, infections and so on).

It’s important to know that overweight cats are at a higher risk if they suddenly stop eating.

If your cat isn’t eating normally for a full day (or you’re seeing any jaundice), call us right away. Early treatment can be lifesaving, and it often requires nutritional support to get calories back in safely.

10/05/2026

Do you have a “photo fail” of your pet? 📸

You know the one… you tried for a cute pic, and instead you got:

😅 A blur of zoomies

🙈 The “I refuse” face

🐶 Tongue out and eyes closed

Drop your funniest pet photo fail in the comments! 😂🐶🐱

09/05/2026

Within every veterinary professional there’s a radiologist, a phlebotomy technician, an anaesthesiologist, an emergency and critical care professional who sometimes has to juggle a first puppy or kitten consultation and a euthanasia on the very same day.

Vets do all of this with professionalism and compassion and with a true passion for the animals they treat.

When you visit us, please remember this and be kind. 🥰

07/05/2026

Kind reminder: be patient with your pet (and yourself) at the vet. 🩺

A vet practice has unfamiliar smells, sounds, and other animals. If your pet is a bit anxious and not behaving as they would at home, that’s normal.

We can go slower, use treats, and adapt the exam to make sure your pet is as comfortable as possible!

Lyme Disease Awareness Month is a great reminder of how important tick prevention is for our pets. 🐶Lyme disease is a ti...
06/05/2026

Lyme Disease Awareness Month is a great reminder of how important tick prevention is for our pets. 🐶

Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness that can affect dogs and that can cause serious health problems if left untreated. As the weather gets warmer and we spend more time outdoors, it’s a good time to stay extra vigilant after walks in grassy, wooded or rural areas.

Checking your pet regularly for ticks and keeping up to date with parasite prevention can make a big difference in helping to protect them.

If you ever find a tick on your pet or notice anything unusual, our team is here to help.

Is it the very first photo you took of your pet?The silly one that always makes you laugh?Or the photo that captures the...
04/05/2026

Is it the very first photo you took of your pet?

The silly one that always makes you laugh?

Or the photo that captures their personality perfectly, the one that feels just like them?

Show us in the comments what it is (and the story behind it)! 👇🐶🐱

If you have a new puppy or kitten in the house, you have a tiny explorer full of curiosity who will want to explore ever...
03/05/2026

If you have a new puppy or kitten in the house, you have a tiny explorer full of curiosity who will want to explore every corner of their new home.

Here’s a useful checklist to avoid emergency vet visits:

✅ Hide, cover or unplug cords and chargers.

✅ Everything that can be swallowed, think coins, kid toys, hair ties or socks, needs to be picked up and stored away.

✅ Make sure you don’t have any toxic plants at home or in your garden if you have an outdoor pet.

✅ Keep toxic foods, such as chocolate, grapes/raisins, xylitol gum, onions/garlic, out of reach.

✅ Keep medications and supplements stored in closed cabinets.

✅ Lock away any cleaning products.

✅ Use a lidded bin for trash and recycling.

✅ Secure any windows and balconies to make sure your pet can’t climb and fall.

✅ Keep your washing machine door closed at all times, since kittens love to climb into those.

If you’ve adopted a kitten or a puppy, do you have any other advice? Share in the comments!

Address

52 Clarendon Street
Leamington Spa
CV324PE

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+441926330179

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