Archive: Sep 2020

Infectious hepatitis is a condition that most dogs are routinely vaccinated for. But vets are not always very good at explaining the reasons in detail as to why we vaccinate, or what the potential disease consequences ar…

Anal sac removal or sacculectomy is a surgical procedure your vet may carry out to remove a dog’s anal glands. It's performed to treat chronic anal sac issues such as infection, impaction, or cancerous growths. If your v…

If you are particularly knowledgeable about pet nutrition, you might have heard of amino acids, and their importance as part of a balanced pet diet. What are amino acids? What are they for? What amino acids are essential…

Of all the infectious diseases in dogs, parvovirus is the one that most owners will have heard of. This serious infection causes severe gastrointestinal signs and can even be fatal for some affected dogs - and there are…

Answering the question simply, yes, feral cats can sometimes be rehomed, although this is dependent on different factors, including life stage, temperament and overall health. For those adult cats who have never lived wi…

Being a small holder or a hobby farmer is challenging work but can show tremendous benefits.  As a small holder or a hobby farmer, you do have a responsibility to use wormers in the most efficient and cost-effective…