Archive: Sep 2020

Pet rat enclosures are a massive topic - with so many options available, it’s hard to know where to start. Choosing and setting up the right enclosure with an optimal environment is really important for the health and we…

As with many animals, these cats are all individual and having an Abyssinian is not an absolute for a certain characteristic or character trait. So much depends on the individual, the home environment it was raised in an…

Everyone dreams, and most of us have the occasional nightmare too. Nightmares can be unpleasant, and we wonder why our brains have to treat us so unkindly. Studying the brain is complicated, and even more so in animals.

There are now over 350 recognised dog breeds worldwide, according to the FCI (the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, or World Canine Organisation). But in the UK, only 4 are considered so dangerous, they are listed a…

You might have heard recently that the Competition and Markets Authority, the UK’s competition regulator, has launched an enquiry into the veterinary sector. This has, of course, been reported widely in the press, and ha…

Making the decision to put your horse to sleep can be very difficult and stressful, especially if the time comes upon you suddenly. However, it is important to be prepared and ensure a plan is put in place. This is impor…