Useful Links

The internet is an unrivaled source of information on everything and anything. We have discovered some interesting websites which you might find of use, in addition to the pet information we provide on our site.

Cat Professional

 Dedicated to providing care and advice to cat owners, animal professionals and veterinary staff.

Cats Protection

A UK registered charity working to care for, rescue and rehome cats throughout North Ayrshire.

Dogs Trust

Known as the UK's largest dog welfare charity, working to rehome dogs as well as providing outreach programs, education, campaigns and legislation information for every dog to lead a happy and healthy life.

idENTICHIP

idENTICHIP is a microchip the size of a grain of rice which can be inserted into the scruff of your pets neck via a quick and easy procedure by your veterinarian.  Once inserted the individual number stored in the microchip can be read using a microchip reader and traced back to your pet  thus a permanent means of identification.  The website may be used for FAQ and to change any owner and address details to ensure a match can be made if your pet were to go missing.

James Wellbeloved

Naturally healthy hypoallergenic dog food, cat food, ferret food and treats.  Made only from natural ingedients with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.  James Wellbeloved believe natural goodness tastes best. 

PDSA

A UK registered charity which provides free veterinary services for 'pets in need of vets'.  Run by a team of vets and nurses it is funded entirely by public support through donations, customers and volunteers to ensure PDSA can continue to care for many pets through the UK.

Pet Bereavement

Living with pet bereavement discusses a wide variety of aspects concerning before and after losing your loved pet.  while giving advice and information, you can also share your own experience and help others.  Living with pet bereavement is 'All you ever wanted to know but were afraid to ask about Pet Loss...'

Petplan

Petplan are specialises in pet insurance for domestic pets with a variety of insurance policies available for your pet.  To get you started, take advantage of 4 weeks FREE insurance for you puppy or kitten when registering with the Oaks Veterinary Centre.  'Designed to suit both your pocket and your pet's needs'.

Pet Travel Scheme

Refer to this link on the 'DEFRA' website for advice on the requirements for taking your pet abroad.  Start thinking early about taking your pet abroad to give time for the full process!

Purina PRO PLAN

A complete pet food created only from high quality ingredients which has been scientifically formulated by Purina vets and nutritionists to help your pet enjoy a long and healthy life. 

Royal Canin

Royal Canin focuses solely on nutritional solutions to meet each and every individual pet.  Providing a range of food from breed specific to veterinary diets, created to suit clinical conditions under the recommendation of the veterinarian and lifestages of your pet.

Hill's

Food specifically formulated for your dog or cat from snacks and treats to veterinary prescription diets.  Learn more about the diets as well as advice on a range of issues through the lifestages of your dog or cat. 

SSPCA

Scotland's animal welfare charity aiming to prevent cruelty to animals and promote the five freedoms required by every animal.  Rehoming and rescue centres of the Scottish SPCA are located throughout Scotland with centres situated near Ayr and Glasgow. 

The Blue Cross
Allows a veterinary service for animals whose owners cannot afford private veterinary treatment with hospitals in Victoria and Hammersmith London and Grimsby.