Latest articles by Grace Harman
Breeding
Whilst veterinary professionals will always encourage those who want a new dog or cat to look at adoption first, sometimes it isn’t a suitable option. So what then - is it OK to buy from a breeder? How do you know whethe…
Pet Insurance
Pet insurance helps to cover unexpected veterinary costs as a result of injuries or illnesses. Our pets are just like us - they get ill from time to time - especially as they get older. Unfortunately our pets don’t have…
Christmas
We’ve all heard the saying ‘a dog is for life, not just for Christmas’. This is aimed at those who buy new puppies as Christmas gifts with little thought to the commitment involved. But what about taking the ‘adopt don’t…
Animal Welfare
What if you could give your dog medication to make them live longer? It feels like a dream scenario right? Well, it could soon be a reality with the announcement of a new injection that could increase the lifespan of dog…
Animal Welfare
You may have caught wind of discussions in the media about banning short-nosed dogs such as pugs and french bulldogs. Here I’ll cover why these discussions are taking place and whether there is a ban on breeding or ownin…
Animal Welfare
In June 2023 the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons announced that lay people (non-veterinarians) are no longer able to carry out intravaginal artificial insemination of dogs. This was welcome news for veterinary staff…
