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Rebecca MacMillan

BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS

Rebecca is a companion animal vet who has always had a passion for writing and client communication. Since her graduation from the Royal Veterinary college in 2009 she has gained a wealth of experience in first opinion small animal practice, in both clinical and managerial roles. She currently works in the South West and deals with a variety of routine and emergency appointments, but particularly enjoys medicine cases. Outside of work and writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, including her bouncy flat coated retriever George!

Latest articles by Rebecca MacMillan

National shortage forces vets to delay cat vaccinations
News and Comment
National shortage forces vets to delay cat vaccinations
If you have tried to book your cat in for his annual booster vaccination recently then the news of a shortage of cat vaccinations may have already reached you. This is a national problem and is affecting most veterinary…
December 1, 2021 • 113 shares
How can I reduce my pet insurance cost?
Pet Insurance
How can I reduce my pet insurance cost?
Pet insurance is something that all pet owners should consider for their animals, and it is often discussed by your vet at primary vaccinations. However, some owners have concerns about the cost of their monthly premiums…
November 30, 2021 • 32 shares
Why are vet medicines so expensive?
Controversial topics
Why are vet medicines so expensive?
One of the most common complaints that people have about keeping pets is the cost of veterinary bills. The majority of owners understand that there is no NHS for animals, so expect there to be a charge of some kind for t…
November 21, 2021 • 391 shares • 6 comments
Can puppies in the same litter have different fathers?
Dogs
Can puppies in the same litter have different fathers?
Puppies within the same litter can vary, some are bigger than others and there can be colour variation too. But occasionally pups may seem so different that you might wonder if they are even from the same father! In this…
November 9, 2021 • 378 shares • 6 comments
My dog always has red eyes - what could it be?
Common Conditions
My dog always has red eyes - what could it be?
If your dog’s eyes seem consistently red you might be wondering what the cause could be, particularly if your dog is uncomfortable or showing any other signs of ill health. Redness usually means inflammation and irritati…
October 17, 2021 • 55 shares
Exercise for dogs: does it matter how often they go out? Do they get used to it?
Dogs
Exercise for dogs: does it matter how often they go out? Do they get used to it?
Everyone knows that owning a dog means going for walks, but how much should you take your dog out and can they adapt to different levels of exercise?…
October 11, 2021 • 173 shares
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