Latest articles by Claire Turner
Behaviour
Terrified toms and quivering queens – cats aren’t known for their bravery. The phrase ‘scaredy cat’ does have some basis in truth and although it doesn’t apply to every feline; certainly the majority will spend at least…
Case study
It was a cold, snowy evening when Mrs Taylor brought Bob in to see vet Joanne. The weather had been awful all week and Bob had spent most of his time gazing longingly out of the window at the ever-falling flakes. He didn…
New Pet
We all love the idea of rescuing an animal; being able to take on a dog or cat that has come from a bad background, a cruel start in life, and give them a loving and safe home. Being the one to turn their life around, al…
Behaviour
Anyone who’s been in the unfortunate position to witness, or be involved in, a dog fight will know that it can be a pretty terrifying place to be. Dogs can fight for many reasons – fear, feeling threatened, territory (in…
Behaviour
All dogs will lick their paws occasionally as part of their regular grooming regime. Their paws are obviously the part of their body that is most likely to get dirty, being in contact with the ground the most. But excess…
New vet
The world of veterinary medicine is full of scientific words and phrases, not commonly used in day-to-day life. Normally, when we speak to clients, we can explain what we mean so that everyone has an understanding of the…