Archive: Sep 2020

Guinea pigs are popular pets in the UK. Originating in South America they have been bred over many years and domesticated as pets in many countries including the UK. They are part of the rodent family and natural herbivo…

Scamp, a 5yo Cockapoo, was in for his annual vaccinations and check up on a sunny Wednesday morning. The vet, Clare, had given him a full examination and declared him wonderfully healthy, including good oral hygiene and…

Have you ever wondered how people who prescribe veterinary medicines keep up to date? Many professions need to carry out “continuous professional development”, or lifelong learning, to be able to practice. And profession…

Hamsters make great pets and are often seen as a 'beginner' or 'first' pet. You may have noticed that hamsters only ever seem to be sold as individuals and you never really see two hamsters kept within the same enclosure…

Pus in the foot, also known as subsolar abscess, is one of the most common causes of severe, acute, lameness in horses and ponies. In this condition, a painful abscess of pus (inflammatory material) develops between the…

Working out how much food to feed your cat might seem like a daunting task, as there isn't a simple answer. The correct amount will depend on your cat, their health and lifestyle, the type of food you are feeding them an…