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

Case Study - Scamp’s Strange Behaviour
Behaviour
Case Study - Scamp’s Strange Behaviour
Scamp, a 5yo Cockapoo, was in for his annual vaccinations and check up on a sunny Wednesday morning. The vet, Clare, had given him a full examination and declared him wonderfully healthy, including good oral hygiene and…
July 5, 2023 • 423 shares
Case study: permethrin poisoning in a cat
Case study
Case study: permethrin poisoning in a cat
It was a highly panicked Elsie Trent who called her local veterinary surgery on a Wednesday afternoon. She’d just realised she’s applied the wrong spot-on flea product to her cat, Tabitha. She had applied the product abo…
June 18, 2023 • 190 shares
Do cats have a dominance hierarchy?
Behaviour
Do cats have a dominance hierarchy?
As a self-confessed cat fanatic, it may not be surprising that I find the social structure of cats to be fascinating; but these complex and dynamic relationships are hugely important to understand. Cats are territorial,…
June 6, 2023 • 169 shares • 2 comments
Case Study: Chocolate Toxicity in Two Dogs
Case study
Case Study: Chocolate Toxicity in Two Dogs
It was Good Friday evening when vet Charlie got the call. The Hall family had been out all afternoon at a local event and had returned home to find the children’s hidden Easter eggs had been raided by their two dogs: 10y…
May 28, 2023 • 23 shares
Homeopathy for dogs and cats – what’s the evidence?
Controversial topics
Homeopathy for dogs and cats – what’s the evidence?
Homeopathy can be an emotive subject, with many people having strong views on the use of this complementary therapy. Dedicated pet owners all want what is best for their furry companions. And many may seek out any and al…
May 19, 2023 • 23 shares
Martha’ Story: Sudden collapse after years of being “not quite right”
Case study
Martha’ Story: Sudden collapse after years of being “not quite right”
Martha, a four-year-old Standard Poodle, had always been a ‘sensitive’ dog. She’d had multiple trips to the vets for various upset tummies, and her owners, Mr and Mrs Taylor, had always struggled to find a food that she…
May 17, 2023 • 308 shares
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