Latest articles by Claire Turner
Dogs
Sheep worrying is something that is sadly becoming an all too common occurrence throughout the countryside. Social media and local news will often show graphic images of injured livestock and detailed reports from farmer…
Vet Clinic
If you went to your doctor with a problem but left feeling unsure about the diagnosis or treatment plan, or you just wanted more information, you may decide to seek a second opinion from another doctor. But can you do th…
Farm animal
Spring is here. Daffodils are popping up along country lanes, birds are building nests and there’s just a hint of warmth in the morning sunshine. As a vet, lambing season is my favourite time of the year. It can mean lon…
Common Conditions
Our bodies rely on a series of chemical reactions that make use of the food we eat in order to provide energy and nutrients to our cells. This process is called metabolism and it is a finely tuned machine. If it goes wro…
Pigs
So you’re thinking about getting a new pet, but what? A dog? A cat? Maybe even a snake? But how about a pig? No, not a guinea pig, but a snuffling, curly tailed, wet snouted pig. Pigs were first domesticated around 8500…
