Latest articles by Rebecca Martin BVSc CertSAM MRCVS
Cats
Vaccines (as we are all too aware at the moment!), are life-saving preventative medicines. Worldwide, they reduce both the frequency and severity of many infectious diseases in humans and animals. Whilst rigorously teste…
Dogs
Vaccination against canine parvovirus (CPV) is universally recommended by Veterinary Surgeons. CPV is considered one of the “core” (essential) vaccinations for dogs. As such, the WSAVA (World Small Animal Veterinary Asso…
Common Conditions
Disease of the outer portion of the ear canal (otitis externa) is one of the most frequent presenting problems seen, day to day, in first opinion veterinary practice. Representing inflammation of the cells that line the…
Life as vet - what its like
This is a question I frequently hear asked by clients and amongst friends. There are many reasons why UK veterinary fees in 2020 are high. Typically and commonly, costs steadily increase year on year as well. This articl…
Cats
Grooming is a one of the normal behaviours shown by cats. It's a process to clean and optimize the quality of their natural furry coats. The action of grooming also releases “happy” chemicals within the body (endorphins)…
Dogs
Knowing whether your female dog is coming into heat (“in season”) is usually fairly obvious. A number of symptoms are associated with this specific reproductive phase, some, if not all, of which, should be visible.
