Ashley Clayton

BVSc MRCVS

Ashley qualified from the University of Liverpool in 2018. After graduating she initially worked in mixed practice, followed by a stint in emergency practice alongside working as an intern in a wildlife hospital, before undertaking her current positions as an assistant vet for two large zoological collections and as the lead vet at a British wildlife hospital.

Ashley has also worked on conservation projects overseas with raptors and African painted dogs, and has a keen interest in all aspects of wildlife and conservation medicine, one health and animal welfare. She is currently working towards her certificate in advanced veterinary practice in zoological medicine.

Outside of work Ashley is a keen Formula 1 fan and also enjoys sea kayaking and travelling in her spare time.

Latest articles by Ashley Clayton

How to bury a hamster
end of life
How to bury a hamster
Hamsters are much loved family pets. With a lifespan of around 2-4 years, they sadly are not in our lives for very long. Saying goodbye to a much-loved pet is always difficult, but knowing what to do after they have pass…
April 23, 2024 • 79 shares
Assessing quality of life for older rabbits
Animal Welfare
Assessing quality of life for older rabbits
Rabbits are amazing family pets and can live a long time. The oldest rabbit ever to live according to the Guinness book of records was over 18 years old! However a more normal life expectancy is around 6-7 years for larg…
April 15, 2024 • 25 shares
My rabbit's dandruff is moving! What's going on?
Common Conditions
My rabbit's dandruff is moving! What's going on?
Rabbits are some of the nation’s most beloved pets. With their inquisitive nature and playful mannerisms it is no surprise why. What can be a surprise however is watching their fur move on its own, almost like the dandru…
March 7, 2024 • 52 shares
Step by step guide to getting rabbits to be friends
Behaviour
Step by step guide to getting rabbits to be friends
Rabbits can make amazing family pets, but mixing them can be challenging. In this guide we talk through how to start socialising your rabbit and why it is important to do so. We will cover some of the common pitfalls and…
March 1, 2024 • 12 shares
Why does my rabbit have diarrhoea?
Pet Diet and Nutrition
Why does my rabbit have diarrhoea?
Diarrhoea is never a pleasant experience for any animal. The reasons an animal can get diarrhoea are numerous as there are a lot of conditions that can cause diarrhoea as a symptom. It is important to be aware that the c…
February 18, 2024 • 8 shares
Lumps and bumps - abscesses in rabbits
Common Conditions
Lumps and bumps - abscesses in rabbits
You may have already been told that rabbits can be particularly prone to abscesses. But they’re a little bit different to those seen in other domestic species - read on for more detail!…
January 18, 2024 • 27 shares
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