Edgewood Veterinary Group

Vaccinations These are included in the plan for adult pets.Vaccines are not included within the first 3 months of joining the Pet Health Club. However, you will receive a percentage off the cost of the vaccinations if they are given within this time. If you fail to attend the annual health assessment in time and the vaccine course needs to be started again, you will need to pay for the additional appointments and vaccination costs. Kittens and puppies will be given an equivalent discount to that offered in the Pet Health Club when they join the Pet Health Club at the time of their primary kitten /puppy vaccinations. Six-month health assessment with a nurse, the six-month assessments are to monitor your pet’s health and provide early detection of any new disease processes. When booking the six-month health assessment appointment, please ensure that the receptionist is aware that this appointment is with a nurse. The six-month check with a nurse cannot be done if your pet is unwell. A reminder will be sent out to you in advance of the six-month nurse appointment. Microchipping It is legal requirement to have your dog microchipped by the age of 8 weeks, whilst it is set to be compulsory from June 2024 to have your cat microchipped by the age of 20 weeks (5 months). If found not to have a microchip, owners have 21 days to have one inserted or face a £500 fine.This can be booked with a nurse and can be done at any age. As the legal owner of your pet, it is your responsibility to keep your contact information up-to-date with the microchip database company. Flea, worm and parasite treatment The practice will provide 12 months’ worth of parasite treatment according to the protocol advised by the veterinary surgeon for your cat’s specific requirements.We cannot dispense more than 6 months of product at any time. The practice will prescribe the treatment that has been researched and agreed by the Director. In the rare event that your pet has a proven and documented adverse reaction to our chosen product, we will provide you with an alternative product. We’ll send you email reminders.