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 stop rats putting on weight
Obesity in pets is sadly becoming more common. The health effects of obesity in pets can be vast. And as pet owners it is important we do our best to prevent obesity in our pets. Obesity is not just common in dogs and ca…
August 23, 2023
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Why does my rabbit lick me?
Rabbits are popular pets in the UK. The PDSA pet wellbeing report states 2% of the UK adult population have a rabbit, which means there are an estimated 1.1 million pet rabbits in the UK. That's a lot of rabbits! And wit…
What toys are best for rats?
Pet rats make great pets. It is estimated in the UK alone 200,000 rats are kept as pets. They are inquisitive, playful and highly intelligent animals that love to explore their environment. This is why enrichment is so i…
July 22, 2023
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Can wild rats and pet rats have babies?
Domestic rats are popular pets in the UK. They are highly intelligent, inquisitive in nature and love exploring their environment. Contrastingly, wild rats are often seen as pests in the environment and not looked upon a…
June 21, 2023
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Why is my rat itchy?
Pet rats are inquisitive social creatures who enjoy exploring their surroundings and foraging for food. It is not uncommon to see your rat grooming, using their hands and feet to clean their fur or remove debris after fe…
June 5, 2023
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What is the best food for hamsters?
Hamsters are a family favourite, with their exploratory behaviour and curious nature it is no surprise they are common pets in the UK. They are a type of rodent and belong to the Cricetidae family. You may be surprised t…