I am a Veterinarian from Devon, qualified 11 years with experience in farm, equine, small animal and exotic patient care. After running a busy clinic I've taken a step into client education focusing on getting the right information to those that need it and are searching for help and advice from professionals online. My passion is people and their pets and supporting the wonderful bond that people share with their pets/ fluffy family members. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my 2 cats Felix and Arabella as well as Ollie the collie puppy that we've recently welcomed into our family. We're all in love with him (mainly Arabella the cat!) and he keeps us on our toes and very busy ! We're exploring Devon together and love to get outside. Ollie at 14weeks has even had a go at Kayaking with us and I think he's as big a fan of it as we are. We're going to have a ball teaching him all about life in Devon and growing his confident little personality!
Latest articles by Lily Richards
Can cats become addicts?
Cats are very complex creatures when it comes to behaviour. They are known for their sassy independence and their sometimes cheeky nature. Just like in humans, cats can have different personality types; some are affectio…
The Kennel Club - A Force for Good? Or Profiteers from Poorly Puppies?
Do the kennel club do enough to promote, encourage and ensure the welfare of the UK’s dog population? Or are they in it for the money? According to their website, the kennel club was set up in 1873 to develop a consiste…
May 10, 2023
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Should There Be Compulsory Training for New Dog Owners?
This hot topic has recently hit the headlines due to a rise in recent fatal dog attacks in the UK. The average number of dog-related deaths from 2001 to 2021 was 3.3 people, this shot up in 2022, as 10 people were killed…
May 1, 2023
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Is there still a risk from bird flu?
The chickens 🐤are back! You will likely be aware that we have been struggling with a recent bird flu outbreak. And that our feathered friends have all been “cooped up” 🤣 for their protection for quite some time now. Well…
April 25, 2023
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Fungal diseases - do we need to be worried for our pets?
Does your pet like to dig in the soil, gleefully roll in the mud, or are they a garden sun worshipper? Then fungal diseases are something you should be aware of. Fungal diseases are usually picked up from the soil. They…
April 18, 2023
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Do Ferrets Have to Mate or They Die?
Do ferrets have to mate or they’ll die? Fact or myth? I think this statement is a little mythical or perhaps sounds dramatic, but there is some truth behind it. Let’s investigate this more.