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
Help - my dog has blood in his eye!
Seeing blood in your dog’s eye can be alarming! The technical term for this condition is hyphaema and it can occur for a variety of reasons. Let’s explore hyphaema in more detail, including the causes, treatment options…
July 29, 2024
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Water poisoning in dogs - is it real?
Water poisoning… is this a thing? Well actually, yes, it is. Water intoxication is a rare condition that can happen when a dog ingests water to the point of excess. This creates some serious problems in the body and may…
July 9, 2024
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Why is veterinary advanced imaging more expensive than in human hospitals?
If your pet has ever needed a referral for advanced diagnostic imaging, then the cost may have come as a bit of a surprise. Finances are one of the main reasons that put owners off from further investigations, especially…
June 14, 2024
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Planning on a pet holiday abroad? Here's what to consider...
With summer just around the corner, thoughts are turning to holidays. Many people seek a change of scenery (and climate!) with a trip abroad. However, there are several things you need to be aware of before you make a fi…
June 12, 2024
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What is restrictive cardiomyopathy in cats?
Restrictive cardiomyopathy is the second most commonly diagnosed heart complaint in our feline patients. If restrictive cardiomyopathy has been identified in your cat then you…
June 2, 2024
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Feeding dogs with an underactive thyroid - dos and don'ts
If your dog has been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid then you are probably looking at all the ways that you can help to support them. Hypothyroidism is a condition that is usually managed with long-term medication,…
May 20, 2024
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