Rebecca MacMillan

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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

Can dogs get anaphylactic shock?
Dogs
Can dogs get anaphylactic shock?
We are more conscious of serious allergies in people nowadays, but what about pets? What is anaphylactic shock and can dogs suffer from it? We’ll take a look at this as well as what to do if you are concerned about your…
August 2, 2023 • 13 shares
Why does my dog have a fever?
Common Conditions
Why does my dog have a fever?
It can be a worrying time if your dog is poorly. If a check over from the vet has revealed your dog has a fever, then you might have a few questions. While some causes of fever can be straightforward to diagnose and mana…
July 8, 2023 • 13 shares
Is an EMBARK test worth it?
New Pet
Is an EMBARK test worth it?
Have you heard about DNA testing in dogs? If so, then you may have come across Embark – a company that provides DNA testing kits to pet owners. However, there are also an array of other companies out there offering simil…
June 12, 2023 • 16 shares
Is chicken and rice the best thing for a dog with a stomach upset?
Common Conditions
Is chicken and rice the best thing for a dog with a stomach upset?
If your dog has got tummy troubles, then you probably want to know how to help him. A quick google search or chat with a fellow dog owner might suggest that a change in diet could help. One of the most recommended things…
May 13, 2023 • 648 shares
Do cats get inflammatory bowel disease?
Cats
Do cats get inflammatory bowel disease?
If your cat often has an upset tum, you might be wondering what’s causing it. Most of us are familiar with the term inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as a cause of long-term digestive issues in people. So, it might be onl…
May 1, 2023 • 168 shares
Tick treatment and environmental contamination - what's the best way forwards?
Environment
Tick treatment and environmental contamination - what's the best way forwards?
As a society, we are becoming more and more conscious about how our actions affect the environment. With farming practices and manufacturing processes already under scrutiny for their use of chemicals, there has been a s…
April 27, 2023 • 10 shares
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