Archive: Sep 2020

A recent article was encouraging owners to hypnotise their pets, by putting them into a state called ‘tonic immobility’. This state is best described as motor inhibition in response to restraint. The article read: What w…

On 14th December 2023, the UK government introduced new legislation regarding the keeping of primates as pets. This move was welcomed by the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and animal welfare organisations including…

Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest parts of sharing our lives with an animal companion. The word euthanasia comes from the Greek language and means ‘good death’. It is used to describe a stress-free en…

Owning a cat can be hugely rewarding, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. What if, despite best intentions, the relationship isn’t working? Is rehoming your cat the best option? Deciding to rehome your cat is not…

Chinese Crested dogs are an interesting breed. They are one of the nine or more hairless breeds that exist worldwide, but don’t tend to be the sort of dog you see every day!  If you are interested in this breed or a…

Today we are meeting Atticus, a Maine Coon cat who presented to his vets after a history of ‘grumpiness’. On further examination other problems were identified that culminated in an unexpected diagnosis. Thankfully the t…