Open Day 2015 We held our first open day on August 15th, to celebrate the first birthday of Ennis Veterinary Clinic, and to offer our customers the opportunity to look around and meet our staff. Despite a drizzly morning the afternoon turned fine, and we had delicious home baking and popcorn served outside, as well as a doggie ‘weigh-in’ station thanks to Hill’s Pet Nutrition who kindly offered their support for the day. Second Chance Animal Rescue also had a stand with some kittens for cuddling, and our raffle raised over €100 for the charity. Children were entertained with face-painting and balloons, while we offered a full tour of our facilities. We had stuffed animals ‘draped up’ in the operating theatre and a demo on the dentistry table, as well as some interesting x-rays to demonstrate our digital x-ray machine in the radiograph room. We hope everyone who attended enjoyed the day! 
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Happy New Year to all our readers! What a better way to start the year than by setting some goals and resolutions? Anyone else already broken theirs already? Nonetheless, here are our top pet resolutions to make 2015 your pet’s healthiest year yet!
- Measure your pet’s food- every time
Many owners “eyeball” their pet’s daily intake and pour that into a bowl, usually resulting in overfeeding and weight gain. We recommend using a designated feeding cup or even weighing out the food on electronic scales. Remember older pets and those who have been neutered usually have lower energy needs than young, intact animals.
- Choose an Age-Appropriate Diet
To be healthy and free of disease, your pet requires nutrition that is specific to his or her life-stage. For instance growing pets have very specific nutrient requirements to ensure their bodies grow healthy and strong. Senior pets may have lower energy requirements and the correct level of specific nutrients will help in keeping critical organs healthy. Choosing a diet specifically tailored to your pet’s life stage is a great way to keep them in optimal health.
- Explore some new walks with your pet
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