Latest articles by Lizzie Youens
Cats
Witnessing your pet have a seizure is a terrifying prospect for an owner. Epilepsy in cats is less well known than in dogs, but is still a fairly common neurological problem for our feline friends. There are different ty…
Rabbits
We don’t always think of rabbits as being very verbally communicative, but these fluffy friends can actually produce a wide range of sounds. Listening carefully to your bunny can help interpret their needs and wants, lea…
Cats
Cats are known for their cleanliness, fastidiously grooming themselves daily, often for long periods of time. It may, therefore, come as a surprise to you to discover an unpleasant aroma following your cat around. A fish…
Dogs
Our dogs are a huge part of our lives: our companions, our best friends, a real part of the family. Losing a pet is a difficult, emotional and even traumatic time. Grief affects everyone differently, and there is no righ…
Dogs
Dogs are omnivores, gaining their essential nutrients from both animal and plant sources. Their wolf relations are opportunistic eaters, hunting and scavenging what is available to them. Our domestic dogs have altered in…
Cats
Winter is coming! Cats are descended from their wildcat ancestors who lived in hot, dry, near-desert conditions, so are well adapted to cope in the heat. But how about the colder seasons? Most domestic cats will be absol…
