Lauren Witter

BVSc BSc MRCVS

Latest articles by Lauren Witter

How often should I take my dog to the Vet?
New Pet
How often should I take my dog to the Vet?
Many owners know to visit their Vet when their dog is sick, unwell or if there are health concerns. But, are you aware that routine health appointments can be extremely beneficial for your canine friend? This article wil…
January 6, 2022 • 100 shares
2021 in review – the year of telemedicine?
Life as vet - what its like
2021 in review – the year of telemedicine?
Wow, what a year 2021 has been! It has been a year of many things including the covid-19 mass vaccination rollout (thanks to all the amazing vaccine-making superheroes, scientists and the NHS!) the world’s first malaria…
December 31, 2021 • 22 shares
Is kibble safe for dogs?
Controversial topics
Is kibble safe for dogs?
It is entirely acceptable to feed your dog dried kibble! Kibble, also known as ‘dried food’ is one of the most common canine diets in existence. Kibble has been commercially produced and fed to dogs since 1956 but more r…
December 18, 2021 • 349 shares • 3 comments
Starving pets before surgery – is it really needed?
Surgery
Starving pets before surgery – is it really needed?
It is a standard protocol to withhold food from patients before they undergo a sedation or an anaesthetic for a period of time - both in the veterinary and human field. However, over the past few years the number of hour…
November 11, 2021 • 120 shares
NEWS: The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is now lead by a historic, all female presidential team
News and Comment
NEWS: The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is now lead by a historic, all female presidential team
In the UK, over 60% of Veterinarians are women and the majority of Veterinary students studying today are also female! Say goodbye to the old ‘James Herriot’ days and say hello to the new, more diverse side to the veteri…
October 12, 2021 • 89 shares
Keyhole spay – is it the right choice for my dog?
Dogs
Keyhole spay – is it the right choice for my dog?
A dog spay is one of the most common routine surgical procedures in small animal practices. A laparoscopic spay, also known as a ‘keyhole spay’ is a more modern alternative surgical method than the traditional spay. Lapa…
October 2, 2021 • 100 shares
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