Two’s company… or is it?

Two’s company… or is it?

Positive Catitude At Blackwater Vets we endeavour to offer help and support to our clients throughout their pet companionship journey. This includes giving advice before a pet is welcomed into your home. Not only is it important to do your research on which pet could...

Pet Calm Policy

Pet Calm Policy

“Helping Pet owners of Mersea Island and surroundings to maintain the well being of their beloved family pet, through provision of veterinary care and education on responsible ownership.” Are you aware of our Pet Calm policy? During the Covid-19 pandemic we noticed...

Canine behaviour, body language and keeping everyone safe

Canine behaviour, body language and keeping everyone safe

“Helping Pet owners of Mersea Island and surroundings to maintain the well being of their beloved family pet, through provision of veterinary care and education on responsible ownership.” At Blackwater Vets, we not only want to help our community keep their dogs...

The importance of recognising pain in pets

The importance of recognising pain in pets

“Helping Pet owners of Mersea Island and surroundings to maintain the well being of their beloved family pet, through provision of veterinary care and education on responsible ownership.” Blackwater Vets take a strong stance on pain management and its importance for...

Caring for our Cat’s Emotional and Physical Wellbeing

Caring for our Cat’s Emotional and Physical Wellbeing

“Helping Pet owners of Mersea Island and surroundings to maintain the wellbeing of their beloved family pet, through provision of veterinary care and education on responsible ownership.” As we start a new year, many of us will have New Year’s resolutions and many of...

Pet Wellbeing at Christmas

Pet Wellbeing at Christmas

Christmas is a time when most of us look forward to rest and recuperation as well as celebrating with loved ones…

Blackwater Vets Open Day

Blackwater Vets Open Day

Thank you to all our wonderful clients who joined us for our Open Day on Saturday 8th October. It was such a pleasure to be able to open our doors to social events again and invite people in for a tour of the practice and to sample our custom-made cupcakes.

Make your finances go further

Make your finances go further

By Lana Charge (MVetPhys) Petrol, household bills, lurpack – you name it, it’s probably increased in price in the last few months. Unfortunately, veterinary care is no exception. As with any business, when suppliers put their prices up, prices for customers must also...