Almost all dogs will bark at something, maybe to communicate with their owners, or greet their doggy friends in excitement, or perhaps if they’re feeling uneasy. However, barking in the evening, or overnight, can be more of a problem and can be difficult to stop. This is a common issue that can arise and can […]

Our dogs can get up to all sorts of mischief. Occasionally, this can result in an infection, which may lead to an abscess. How an abscess affects your dog depends on the size and location of the abscess. These factors also influence how your vet will want to treat it. 

When our pets are unwell it can be really distressing. The worry that there could be something seriously wrong, coupled with the heartache of seeing them struggle is upsetting for many pet owners. Living in a world where the internet is so readily available has its positives but can also have its downsides. ‘Dr Google’ […]

Of all the infectious diseases in dogs, parvovirus is the one that most owners will have heard of. This serious infection causes severe gastrointestinal signs and can even be fatal for some affected dogs – and there are some reports that it may be becoming more common in the UK. We are going to explore […]

How well can your cat see? The short answer is that cats see the world differently from us. While some aspects of their sight are better than ours (e.g. seeing in dim light), other elements could be considered worse (e.g. seeing fewer colours).  We’re going to explore whether cats are long- or short-sighted, the signs […]

Enteritis is a common illness with many underlying causes, the most common cause being dietary indiscretion. Dogs especially have a knack for snaffling things they shouldn’t! Many cases of simple enteritis will clear up in a few days with supportive treatment.  BUT, occasionally enteritis has an infectious origin meaning that its caused by a pathogenic micro-organism […]