Latest articles by Joe Dunne
Dogs
Man’s best friend has long been the most popular pet in the UK. And in recent years, the number of pet dogs has skyrocketed to over 10 million. It is estimated that over a quarter of adults have a dog. With dogs being so…
Common Conditions
One of the most common conditions affecting dog’s eyes are ulcers. These can vary from minor to severe, and treatment can equally be simple and quick or complex and prolonged. Today we will discuss eye ulcers, their trea…
Animal Welfare
Christmas advice from vets is normally quite a negative affair. We’ve written articles abound on the dangers of chocolate, mince pies and onions. And while these are important, this year we thought it would be fun to be…
Farm animal
If you’re part of the somewhat niche world of veterinary pharmaceuticals, you may have heard that the 2021 sale of antibiotics for use in food-producing animals was the lowest ever. For the rest of us, let’s discuss this…
Bird
Pets aren’t limited to just dogs and cats. Many exotic species, including birds, are becoming more and more popular as people branch out from the furry to the feathery. Just like dogs and cats, birds sometimes get sick a…
Medicines
Along with steroids and antibiotics, painkillers are one of the most common groups of drugs given to dogs by vets. One you may have heard of or even had prescribed for your dog is tramadol. But did you know that there is…
