Lizzie Youens

BSc BVSc MRCVS

Lizzie grew up in rural Cambridgeshire and introduced so many odd pets into her parents’ home they were very glad to pack her off to the University of Bristol to study Veterinary Science. She graduated in 2011, having also gained an intercalated degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare and has been working in small animal practice since. Lizzie’s main interest is in feline medicine and behaviour, and she is working towards her Certificate of Advanced Veterinary Practice. She is also passionate about client education and communication.

Latest articles by Lizzie Youens

Do cats and dogs feel pain the same?
Animal Welfare
Do cats and dogs feel pain the same?
Pain is a highly unpleasant experience, both the sensation and the emotional component. There are many types of pain, and individual people will experience different levels of pain and therefore altered responses. There…
February 5, 2022 • 58 shares • 1 comments
10 things to check when choosing the best vet for your pet
New Pet
10 things to check when choosing the best vet for your pet
Our pets are a part of our family, so making sure their health is well looked after is really important. Choosing a vet can feel like a huge task, with many different types and sizes of practice. But there are some usefu…
January 23, 2022 • 46 shares • 16 comments
How can I get my cat to lose weight?
Cats
How can I get my cat to lose weight?
Obesity is becoming as much a problem in pets as it is in humans, with an estimated huge 39-52% of cats in the U.K. being classed as overweight. When we think of poor nutrition, our minds often leap to thin, scraggly mal…
January 10, 2022 • 25 shares
Are cats psychopaths?
Behaviour
Are cats psychopaths?
If you are a cat owner, you may well be nodding sagely along to this blog post already, despite only reading the title! Cats are well known for their characters, both good and bad, and are often full of personality. But…
December 28, 2021 • 68 shares
Why do people get allergic to different types of dogs?
Dogs
Why do people get allergic to different types of dogs?
With approximately one third of households in the U.K. owning a dog, managing a dog allergy can be challenging. The amount of people with allergies is also rising, with pet allergies affecting up to 20% of the global pop…
December 18, 2021 • 67 shares
Cats and Christmas: A dangerous mix?
Cats
Cats and Christmas: A dangerous mix?
The festive season should be filled with joy and indulgence, and we all want our pets to enjoy this merry time as well. Cats are part of the family, and they certainly like to get involved with whatever is happening! Mak…
December 7, 2021 • 78 shares
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