Dr Meg Barnes

It is an undisputed fact that Persian cats are considered a desirable pet. They continue to be an in-demand breed with their squishy face and fluffy coat. However, if you’re here and thinking about getting a Persian cat,…

We aren’t talking about corn kernels here, or corn on the cobs, or even Quorn, the meat substitute that incites many debates about how much it resembles its forebear. No, we are talking about the corns that form on the p…

If you have the privilege of owning both a dog and a cat, you may be wondering if there is a risk of them breeding together. But what would be the result? Is this even possible?…

Feline Dysautonomia, otherwise known as ‘Key-Gaskell Syndrome,’ is a rare condition of the autonomic nervous system. To understand how the disease affects cats, it is helpful to have an idea of what the autonomic nervous…

Winter…whether we love it or hate it, we can all admit that living through it requires a bit of extra care and attention. Partaking in our ordinary daily routines whilst trying to stay warm and dry, adapting to the short…

There’s a common misconception that, because dogs usually have fur, they don’t feel the cold. So why is it that, when you feel your dog’s nose, ears, or paws, they are sometimes cold to touch? Are they cold, or is someth…