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Puberty… an awkward topic of conversation. It’s the time in an animal’s life when they become sexually mature and their thoughts turn towards mating. But how do we know if a cat has started puberty? What should you be lo…

For many of us, the word “puberty” will often invoke memories of that awkward teenage phase when your body is changing and you're trying to navigate a new world of school exams and peer pressure. But what does puberty lo…

“The Teenage Years”: words destined to strike fear into parents’ hearts everywhere! Stroppy sulks, uncommunicative grunts, long silences and slammed doors aplenty face carers of adolescents the world over. But what of ou…

If you’re wanting to breed from your dog or cat, are noticing changes in their behaviour, or are simply interested in reproductive physiology, you may be aware dogs and cats can have abnormal seasons.

When a cat arrives at a cat rescue charity for rehoming, one of the first questions we ask is: is this cat neutered? For cats with a clear veterinary history, the answer is simple. But when dealing with strays or abandon…

Has your dog ‘had the snip?’. Neutering was once considered to be a key part of responsible dog ownership, blanketly applied for all animals. With a growing evidence base for both the benefits and risks of this procedure…