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
Cats End of Life Care: How Your Vet can Help
One of the greatest things we can do for our pets is to provide them with the appropriate end-of-life care. Then, ultimately, we can make the final decision for them, to end any potential suffering. If you have an elderl…
July 26, 2021
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My puppy has eaten a slug/snail, what should I do?
Dogs eat all sorts of weird and wonderful things, particularly when snuffling around outside. Puppies are particularly curious and may end up eating things that they shouldn’t. But what can you do if your dog eats a slug…
Why don't vets provide their own out of hours care anymore?
It’s the middle of the night, you need to get hold of a vet in an emergency. It then dawns on you that your practice uses an out of hours service provider and you will need to travel somewhere else for medical help. Is t…
What is Cat Scratch Fever and how can you reduce the risk?
Many cat owners may have heard of a condition called Cat Scratch Fever, but you might not know much about what it actually is! In this blog, we are going to look at this illness, what causes it and whether or not you sho…
May 25, 2021
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Tips for moving house with an elderly dog
Moving to a new house is a stressful time. With lots of rushing around and packing, plus the time needed to get settled in at the other end. But what about our pets? Sometimes they can be forgotten in all of the hustle a…
May 8, 2021
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What dog breeds are good for active people?
If you are thinking of getting a new dog then it’s well worth making sure it’s the right breed for you, to avoid any problems later down the line. If you are an active person and looking for a dog that can match that, th…
May 3, 2021