Dr Meg Barnes

It takes a human approximately a grand eighteen whole years to reach adulthood. That’s eighteen years of growing pains, hormone surges and awkward periods in which features don’t quite fit into the surrounding face. Howe…

At a time where we have seen an unprecedented increase in dog breeding to meet demand. It is more important than ever to ensure that we are breeding fit, healthy dogs. To ensure that those in the generations to come have…

Euthanasia, and coming to the decision that it is the right time, is unquestionably the hardest part of pet ownership. Yet if you have come to the decision that the quality of life of your pet has declined, whether throu…

We’ve all seen the viral photos circulating on social media. The dogs with the swollen faces, their eyes peeking bleakly out of the folds of their oedematous skin. They are amusing to look at from afar, but what should y…

Introducing a puppy to your family is wonderful. They bring a sense of purpose and joy into many households. However, with the warm cuddles, kisses and play can come undesirable behaviours that leave some new owners stum…

Adding a new member to the family is no easy task. Especially when that family member enjoys unusual pastimes, like chewing on hardwood floors and eating their own faecal matter. A puppy is like a cute little hurricane;…