Latest articles by Lucy Carter
At the Vet
Has your pet been in for a procedure, and the option of a pre-op, or pre-anaesthetic blood test has been offered? Often offered as an extra prior to your pet’s procedure, it can be a useful tool to give your veterinarian…
Cats
If you are at all worried about your pet’s eyes, see a veterinarian immediately. Eyes are delicate and issues with them can deteriorate very rapidly, so it’s always better to be safe and get any concerns checked. That be…
Dogs
Adopting a dog can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Not all dogs end up in rehoming centres due to behavioural issues - more often it's due to a change in circumstances, meaning most dogs will go on to become wonde…
Case study
Molly is a 9-year-old Miniature Poodle, who up until now has led a happy, healthy and fairly uneventful life. She is up to date with her vaccinations and has regular preventative parasite treatment. Recently her owners,…
Common Conditions
Dementia, or Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDDS) is a condition that can develop in dogs as they age. Their memory, learning and awareness may be affected. While we still don’t fully understand why it happens or…
Cats
General anaesthesia is defined as a state of controlled unconsciousness using a combination of drugs. It is routinely required in veterinary practice for many things, not only for surgery but also dental procedures and i…