Archive: Sep 2020

Benazepril is a relatively commonly prescribed drug in both human and pet medicine. It can be useful in the management of different conditions, including heart disease, kidney disease, and high blood pressure (hypertensi…

During the past 17 months, whilst the country has been in and out of lockdown, pet ownership has exploded. With most rescue centres closed, people turned to breeders in search of their perfect pedigree. But due to the in…

Puppies will often whimper and cry, especially in the early days. Vocalising is one of the main ways they will attempt to communicate their needs with you, their new owner. Sometimes those needs will be very obvious. For…

Have you ever wondered what it may mean when your tummy starts to rumble and make ‘gurgling’ noises? Sometimes the rumbling may be so loud that it can be heard from others across the room and it can feel quite embarrassi…

Choosing a Vet is an important decision when we take on a new cat or kitten. After all, they quickly become part of the family, and we always want to make sure our family members are well cared for!  If you’ve had cats b…

What is “The Thumps”? The Thumps, more technically known as Synchronous Diaphragmatic Flutter is the excitation of the diaphragm. It’s similar to hiccups in humans and can be seen as twitching or spasms of one or both fl…