Latest articles by Joe Dunne
Dogs
English Bulldogs, first bred in Britain as athletic and aggressive dogs for the sport of bull-baiting (where they get their name), are now a common family pet. In fact, they are often seen ranking high in lists of the mo…
Cats
Many people say that their pets are more than just pets – they’re family. This means for some of us, the loss of a beloved pet can hurt just as much as the loss of a human family member. As such, some people may want to…
Behaviour
The habits of today’s dogs might shock those of centuries past – regular vet visits? Grooming every week? They dress me up in what?? As the world has changed, how we treat our dogs has changed too. A good example of this…
Small pet
Human artificial selection and breeding practices have, for better or worse, created a huge variation within domestic species. We’re all familiar with different breeds of dogs and cats, but did you know there are differe…
referral
Veterinary care has come a long way since the days of old. Many injuries and illnesses that were previously difficult to treat are now routine. Orthopaedic surgery is a great example of this. However, orthopaedics is oft…
Behaviour
Dogs do some strange things, and it can be a mystery what is going on inside their little heads sometimes! Humping is a common behaviour seen by owners – what could humping mean? Is your dog always being randy? Or can it…
