Hythe Vet Centre

07/11/2025

So true! 😆💜

06/11/2025

3 beautiful kittens looking for their forever homes 🐈‍⬛💜

05/11/2025

More tips for supporting and protecting your pets during fireworks 💜

03/11/2025

Did know that dogs can have phantom pregnancies? Find out more below 👇 💜

Have you heard of phantom pregnancies? 👻

It's a condition that causes an animal to act and feel pregnant when they aren't. It's most common in dogs, but can affect cats and other pets too. It can cause symptoms such as:

- Nesting (collecting toys/blankets/clothes)
- Mothering a soft toy or another item
- Behavioural changes (nervousness and/or aggression)
- Lactating (producing milk)
- Low energy
- Reduced appetite

Phantom pregnancies happen after every season when a female dog’s body releases hormones just like it would during a real pregnancy. This can sometimes trick her body into thinking she’s pregnant, even when she’s not.

Fortunately, most phantom pregnancies are mild and resolve within a few weeks, but there are some instances which require treatment from a vet.

The only reliable way to prevent phantom pregnancies is to have your dog spayed. Without this, she may continue to have them after future seasons.

Learn more about phantom pregnancies in dogs ➡️ https://pdsa.me/eHOQ

[Visual description: A golden retriever is holding a soft toy bear in its mouth and is looking towards the camera.]

02/11/2025

Learn more about the signs of stress in cats 🐈‍⬛ 💜

🙀 Cats can experience stress for a variety of reasons. At this time of year, it may even be due to fireworks or other seasonal celebrations.

Stress can play a significant part in many common cat problem behaviours and some diseases. Signs of stress are often subtle, so it’s important to be able to recognise them and take steps to relieve or prevent any stress.

Visit our website to learn more 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/stress-in-cats

01/11/2025

New blog on our website
giving tips on how to keep your pets calm during fireworks 🎆💜

Help your pets stay calm over Bonfire Night with expert advice. Top tips to reduce stress and keep your pets calm during fireworks season.

31/10/2025

Halloween safety tips for your pets 👻🎃💜

30/10/2025

We all know cats are in charge! 😆💜

29/10/2025

Who can relate?! 😹💜

27/10/2025

VIRBAC HPM VETERINARY DIETS ORDERING

Please note that due to a system upgrade Virbac HPM Veterinary Diets will not be able to accept orders after 5pm on Tuesday, 28th October
until Tuesday, 4th November. If you will be requiring an order within this period, please contact the practice as soon as possible, and we will endeavour to place the order before this deadline. Please accept
our apologies for the inconvenience.