Dr Kathryn Burton
BSc (Hons) BVSc (Hons) MRCVS
Biography - I qualified from the University of Bristol in 2010 and since then have worked in companion animal practice (plus a maternity cover as business development manager for a busy veterinary referral hospital). I returned to my native North East a few years ago with my Southerner vet husband, who is still adapting to the weather and the accent. I particularly enjoy consulting and getting to know clients and their pets. My main clinical interest is dentistry, and I also enjoy medicine and diagnostic imaging. I've recently started working towards a PhD in antibiotic resistance. My time outside of work is taken up by my two toddlers and two rescue Chihuahuas, although I'm not sure which are noisiest.
Latest articles by Dr Kathryn Burton
What insurance will support my pet if they get cancer?
It’s something we all worry that our pets might develop… but what is the financial impact of a cancer diagnosis for your dog or cat? Will that expensive pet insurance really help?…
November 23, 2021
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What can I give my dog for pain?
What can I give my dog for pain? If your dog suffers an injury or illness, it can be tempting to reach into your bathroom medicine cupboard. Maybe ‘borrow’ some dog medication from a friend, to ease their pain. But is th…
July 9, 2021
Why are vets so afraid of rabies when we have a vaccine?
What is rabies? Rabies is a virus that can affect all mammals including humans and dogs. It’s in the saliva of infected animals and spread mainly by bites and scratches. After a bite or scratch, the rabies virus travels…
May 24, 2021
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Why are my puppy's teeth discoloured?
Do puppies have baby teeth? Dogs have baby (deciduous) teeth, the same as we do. Your puppy will already have deciduous teeth by the time you bring them home, as they start to appear (erupt) from about one month old. The…
Rabbit dental - more than just a tooth clip
Dental problems are by far and away the most common health issue in pet rabbits. Here we discuss the reasons why, and what you can expect if dental treatment is recommended by your vet.
March 28, 2021
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Puppy dental care - where do I start?
Did you know that dental disease is the most common health problem in dogs? Introducing your puppy to having their teeth cleaned, then keeping up the habit for life, is the number one way to help reduce their risk of pai…