Latest articles by Rebecca MacMillan
Diet
We all know how important it is to have a balanced diet, and exactly the same is true for our pets. A variety of nutrients are needed to maintain a healthy body, including the right level of vitamins and minerals. Vitami…
Common Health Problems
Calcium is an essential electrolyte for various bodily processes. Abnormal levels of calcium in your pet's blood can be a sign that something is going wrong. An elevation may occur alongside certain types of cancer, an i…
Preventative Health
Just like cats and dogs, rabbits require regular vaccinations to keep them protected against deadly diseases. We routinely vaccinate pet rabbits against both myxomatosis and rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD). However, RH…
Cats
Most people have heard of HIV in people, but what about FIV in cats? Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) can have a lifelong impact on infected pets. But how do cats catch it in the first place, and what can be done to h…
Dogs
Inflammatory bowel disease, known as IBD for short, is a fairly common condition in humans. However, many people don't realise that dogs can suffer from it too. IBD is a complex condition, so we will explore it in detail…
Animal Welfare
Branded the ‘biggest animal welfare reforms in a generation’, the government has announced their plans to protect both domestic animals and wildlife. On 22 December, a new Animal Welfare Strategy was published. This…