Archive: Sep 2020

Why is my Rabbit Bored?
Behaviour
Why is my Rabbit Bored?
Have you ever wondered whether your rabbit could be bored? Boredom in rabbits is more common than you might think. Those little balls of fluff disguise clever brains that love to be kept busy and challenged. Wild rabbits…
October 25, 2020 • 261 shares • 2 comments
Why did the vet prescribe water tablets?
Why did the vet prescribe…
Why did the vet prescribe water tablets?
Diuretics are medicines used to treat fluid retention. Your pet’s kidneys manage fluid levels in their body. If their body is dehydrated, the kidney reabsorbs water preserving as much as possible. If blood volume and blo…
October 24, 2020 • 22 shares
5 ways to minimise your pet's need for veterinary care
Save money
5 ways to minimise your pet's need for veterinary care
Veterinary care can be really expensive - we know that. However, there are lots of things you can do to make it less likely that your pet will need treatment. Our vet blogger Laura explores some health-boosting, money-sa…
October 23, 2020 • 46 shares
How often should cats’ whiskers be trimmed?
Cats
How often should cats’ whiskers be trimmed?
While it may seem tempting to smarten up your cat’s appearance and give their wild unruly whiskers a neat trim, this should never be done and we will explain why.
October 22, 2020 • 502 shares • 12 comments
What is GDV in dogs and how is it treated?
Dogs
What is GDV in dogs and how is it treated?
GDV stands for ‘Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus’, which is a syndrome that affects large breed dogs. It is caused by an accumulation of gas in the stomach which causes it to swell and bloat. The ‘volvulus’ can occur as t…
October 21, 2020 • 57 shares • 4 comments
What is Cushing’s Disease in dogs?
Common Conditions
What is Cushing’s Disease in dogs?
Today we will be discussing a relatively common disease of the endocrine system called Cushing’s disease. Mostly seen in dogs, Cushing’s disease is where the adrenal glands overproduce certain hormones leading to problem…
October 20, 2020 • 344 shares
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