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ISSUE 59
The Centaur
FEBRUARY - MARCH 2010
Magazine from Centaur Services Limited
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Welcome
Welcome to the
first edition of
‘The Centaur’ 2010
Editor Imelda Vernon
Telephone: 01963 352216
email: imelda.vernon@cvws.co.uk
As we embark on a new year and a new decade we all take a moment to reflect upon
what we have achieved to date and what aspirations we hold for the decade to come.
Much has changed since the beginning of the new millennium, not least the technologies
available to us, which have grown substantially over the last ten years, changing the way
we conduct both our personal and professional lives.
Contents
Diary Dates ………………………………………… 5
Centaur Services has harnessed these technologies, to reflect the changing needs of
veterinary practices, by undergoing a modernisation programme which has included the
automation of our warehouse operation with new, more efficient picking systems and
most recently, the launch and continuous development of our web ordering system
Lambing List ………………………………… 6 - 7
MyCentaur. Our aim, however, has remained constant: - to provide our customers with an
DogPauses ………………………………………… 8
efficient distribution system enabling the supply of veterinary medicines.
Dorwest Herbs …………………………………11
Our awareness of our impact on the environment has also greatly increased in recent
Re-Cycle ………………………………………12-13
years. We do all we can at Centaur Services to ensure that we are an environmentally
Eukanuba ………………………………………… 14
Competition ……………………………………19
friendly business, including printing ‘The Centaur’ magazine on paper from well
maintained and sustainable sources.
The role of ‘The Centaur’ magazine is to provide you with a comprehensive source of
PHS WasteManagement …………… 20
information keeping you up to date with news and developments concerning Centaur
AVS/Centaur …………………………… 22-23
Services as well as industry developments, news and a superb range of promotional offers,
Dog Rocks ……………………………………… 24
many unique to Centaur. This first edition of 2010 is sure not to disappoint with a great
mix of articles and industry news. This issue also includes a lambing list on pages 6 and 7.
Blue Cross ………………………………………… 28
BOC Medical ………………………………… 30
The list is designed to make ordering as simple as possible for your practice by providing
all products, stock codes and descriptions. All of the products featured are stock lines and
available for next day delivery, free of charge.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank the manufacturers who support us in the
publication of ‘The Centaur’ magazine. I do hope you enjoy this issue and find the articles
interesting and informative. Please remember if you would like to include an article, story
or news in a future edition, do not hesitate to contact me.
We wish you all a very prosperous 2010 from all at Centaur Services.
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Vets recommend DogPause because it slows down the pace of eating, and fast eating has been linked to various digestive issues, including bloat.
Vets also recommend DogPause because obesity is a major issue for dogs, and it's often a result of accidental overfeeding. The DogPause dog bowl,
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This bowl has some great health benefits...
As a veterinarian I am presented with questions from owners regarding how rapidly their pets eat and what can be done about it. Their concerns range from choking
to gagging and even regurgitating or vomiting food shortly after eating. I can relate personally with my Golden Retriever "Toby". Labrador and Golden Retrievers are
classic examples of food oriented chow hounds. Toby routinely belches following inhaling his meal, which is one of the many reasons he has earned the nickname
"Gross Dog". Certainly these are not the only breeds known to eat at an alarming speed.
Even greater risks are associated with breeds known to be predisposed to gastric torsion or what is referred to as bloat. Slowing down food intake is one of several
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I was pleasantly surprised at how much difference there was in the time it took both my dogs to eat their meals when I began using the DogPause bowls. In general,
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Another hidden benefit of the DogPause bowl is helping owners realize just how much food their pet is receiving. Obesity is a "HUGE" problem in the pet population
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My only fear now is that I will sit down to dinner one night and find my meal served in a DogPause bowl rather than my usual plate. Brad Middlebrooks, DVM, Ohio
Very clever, very simple design...
I think the bowl is a very clever design, especially in its simplicity. The main benefit to slowing dogs down during eating is that dogs that take more time to eat
swallow less air. The dogs that swallow more air are at a higher risk for developing GDV (gastric dilatation volvulous) which if it goes untreated in most cases is life
threatening. I like this bowl a lot. Trent Gall, DVM, Colorado
I recommend this bowl...
As a veterinarian, I see the adverse effects of what I call "inhalation eating" on a frequent basis, which in certain cases can lead to major surgery. Gastric DilationVolvulus (bloat) often goes unrecognized as canines cannot verbalize their distress. Symptoms include salivating, panting, flatulence, agitation, futile vomiting, and
swelling in the abdomen. More often than not, when your dog is eating quickly and without properly breaking down the food before starting digestion, it leads to
one, if not all of these uncomfortable and potentially dangerous conditions.
Fast eating patterns and behaviors can also cause megaesophagus from trying to consume large amounts of food quickly. When large bites are taken and
swallowed too quickly it stretches the esophagus. This is why dogs choke and gag on food when they use open feeders that do not control their intake amounts.
Taking smaller bites reduces that stretching and also helps regulate and maintain proper digestion.
Much like humans, when food is eaten too quickly and not properly broken down by chewing and pausing, it can lead to indigestion and add additional strain on
the canine's gastrointestinal tract. Patients come in with a sick canine suffering from these symptoms and end up with costly vet bills. Until now there was no
simple solution to the vomiting, gas, and bloat caused by uncontrolled fast eating and poor eating behavior. Owners often do not have the time to re-train the dog
or to monitor every eating cycle to eradicate negative eating patterns.
In addition to these conditions, canine obesity is a growing concern among the vetrinary profession. Most of my canine patients that come in for obesity try to get
food down as fast as possible and in large amounts, Canine obesity leads to problems such as cardiac arrest, hypertension, hypothyroidism and decreases quality
of the dog's life, with limited options to change behaviors.
When I first saw DogPause, my reaction was, "It is so simple... It works. It's genius." As a vet, I like to see products that are harmless, natural and extremely
effective in promoting canine health. DogPause is a natural and cost effective way to prevent inhalation eating and promotes positive eating behavior.
DogPause can decrease canine anxiety, reduce indigestion, and be an important part of an overall strategy to reduce the risk of obesity. DogPause works by simply
prohibiting dogs from taking large bites of food -- forcing them to chew, pause and digest. This allows the dog to literally slow down and relax during feeding time.
Many dogs will find they do not need to eat as much food when they are slowed down and will leave some for later.
I recommend DogPause to my clients that have fast-eating dogs, and I suggest they try the bowl for at least five feedings. Some dogs have such bad eating habits
that they need a few feedings with the bowl to re-learn how to eat at a more normal pace. Doug Hill, DVM, Colorado
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Dorwest Herbs has welcomed recent
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“Herbal treatments contain thousands of plant derived chemical
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explains, “We have lots of evidence that Kelp Seaweed Tablets work as an
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aid in the treatment of obesity but traditional explanations were based on
condition such as obesity where we see many disruptions of normal
the effect of iodine supplementation on thyroid function as a mode of
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weight loss in the same region as conventional anti-obesity drugs.”
The experts at Dorwest have prepared a fully referenced technical
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herbal formularies with reference to the role of kelp seaweed in
obesity management. To help vets and nurses further evaluate Kelp
Various studies estimate pet obesity may affect 30 to 60 per cent of pets
Seaweed Tablets – a licensed herbal medicine – used as part of a
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weight management programme the company is giving away 50 FREE
diseases that occur with increasing frequency in obese pets. The research
trial packs containing seven weeks of Kelp Seaweed Tablets for a
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large breed dog, a case report sheet and the technical information
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Re - Cycle Feature
With a little help from
Centaur Services
During September a small group of volunteers from Bishop Sutton, a small village within the
Luckily Chelwood Bridge Rotary Club stepped
Chew Valley in north east Somerset, decided to organise a project to collect old and unwanted
in and offered to organise and help meet the
bikes and send them to a charity called Re-Cycle who would ship them to Africa where their
costs of one vehicle. Centaur Services offered
partners then distribute the bikes and teach riders the skills to repair and maintain them.
to use one of their own articulated vehicles
The bikes also help health/Aids workers reach remote villages and even provide an ambulance
and driver to ship the other half of the bikes.
service in remote Namibia. Three Sundays for donating bikes at Bishop Sutton Village Hall were
Not only were the volunteers delighted but
organised and very quickly word spread and soon even BBC Radio Bristol were discussing the
the charity Re-Cycle was also overwhelmed by
project. The response to the campaign was phenomenal. "We had originally hoped to receive
the generosity shown. "We were so lucky that
100 bikes so you can imagine our surprise when on the first Sunday we were given 180!" said
Nick Ryan from Centaur Services brought a
Fiona Moss.
bike to us. He was really interested in what the
The final number of bicycles donated was 476 however; this provided a new challenge of its
own. With this number it was clear that two large lorries would be needed. The team of
volunteers had been fund raising during the course of the collection days but they were still
charity was doing and felt sure that Centaur
Services would be able to help - they certainly
came up trumps!" said Fiona.
“'This whole project has been a fantastic
considerably short of the funds needed.
experience and has been embraced by so many
people; we’ve been given some fantastic bikes
by the general public who had great stories to
tell us about them. We have so many people
to thank from the individuals giving the bikes
to the schools; the newspapers, The BBC, The
Rotary Club but we would especially like to
thank Nick and Centaur Services for their
particular generosity"
The bicycles have now been split between two
projects and are on their way to Africa, half to
Namibia – see www.benbikes.org.zal/namibia/
and the other half to a new project in Ghana.
For more information about Re-Cycle and the
work they do in Africa see www.re-cycle.org.
Above in circles: Centaur’s drivers left to right:
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Above far right in circle: Centaur’s Nick Ryan
Left: Re-Cycle organisers from Bishop Sutton.
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issued in 2006, many veterinary staff are still unsure about how to correctly
deal with waste. Whilst the Guidance has been widely accepted and promoted
by veterinary bodies, there is little doubt that communicating with front-line
staff remains a difficult area.
The PHS game has been designed to encourage staff members at all levels,
including clinical, administrative and maintenance staff, to test their knowledge
in a very easy-to-use and realistic way. With scenario’s to choose from including
general treatment room, pharmacy and specialist treatment area, the game
offers the opportunity to test your knowledge of a wide range of common
waste streams. Using a very simple ‘click-and-drag’ function, players are asked
to drop a range of items into the correctly coloured bins. Each item is carefully
To test your knowledge or find out more about the comprehensive
described and advice is provided if the waste is placed in the wrong container.
range of support information available, please visit
With links to a more in-depth training section of the PHS website, it is hoped
www.phshealthcarewaste.co.uk/game.aspx
that this game will help veterinary staff to learn about waste in a very
approachable and engaging way.
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Helping nature
soothe sore gums
and mouths
Ideal for home use
following animal dentistry
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• Patented 0.2% Hyaluronan gel formula
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• Easy to use: apply directly or brush on
• Vet practice & home care use
• Hyaluronan is used by health professionals
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Keep horses safe this Winter says
The Blue Cross
THE BLUE CROSS
With a recent spate of unfortunate accidents
involving horses becoming stuck in ditches, The
Blue Cross animal welfare charity is offering
advice to horse owners on how to keep their
horses safe this Winter.
Kerstin Alford, equine welfare director at The Blue Cross said:
“We are warning horse owners to be particularly vigilant this
winter as the onset of wet and muddy conditions can create
unexpected hazards. This year could be even worse than
usual as many fields have inadequate grazing after the
exceptionally dry summer so horses are more likely to forage
in ditches and hedgerows for food. So it’s essential to check
your horse regularly and ensure that fields are suitably fenced.”
Molly, a two-year-old native pony being cared for by The
Blue Cross, was a victim of neglect and misfortune in her
former life. Her owner had left her to run wild in a field
with 40 other ponies and very little food, water or
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shelter over the winter, and was later prosecuted.
turn into wet, boggy hazards in the winter. The same
When Molly was rescued by the local council, they
applies to recently dug ditches which could be steep and
discovered a serious eye injury thought to have been
caused by her falling in a ditch. Despite the best efforts of
Remember that dry, empty ditches in the summer can
slippery. If in doubt, fence them off safely and securely.
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vets, her eye eventually had to be removed but thankfully Molly has
A stream or ditch should not be the only water source for
your horse, but if there is one in the field, remember they
made a good recovery at The Blue Cross and has adapted well to her disability.
can become treacherous in winter weather. Make sure
In time it is hoped that she should make a good riding horse and that she will
there is a safe entrance and exit, monitor regularly and
find a loving home where she can enjoy her life to the full.
ensure the fencing on the other side of the water is
The Blue Cross has put together some practical management tips to help you
maintained.
and your horse cope with the colder, wetter weather.
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riding so that you can think ahead and stay safe.
Top tips for winter safety include:
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Check boundary fencing and hedging thoroughly every week,
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Expose your horse to a variety of terrains to help him
especially near ditches and roads. As hedges lose their foliage in the
become more sure-footed. This could help him cope
winter they may need reinforcing.
better in a potentially difficult situation.
If you are using electric fencing check your battery power daily and
•
Make sure your horse is checked properly at least twice a
day, every day and in all weathers.
have a spare, recharged battery at the ready.
•
Become familiar with roadside ditches when you are
If you are moving your horse or pony to new grazing for the winter, do
If you need help or advice from The Blue Cross this winter
it first thing in the morning to enable them to become familiar with
please visit www.bluecross.org.uk/horses
the new space while it’s light.
or phone 0845 230 1672.
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BOC Medical’s range of lightweight cylinders now also
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Like BOC Medical’s HX and CD cylinders, the ZX features an
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