Latest articles by Robyn Lowe
Controversial topics
Rapeseed (Brassica napus subsp. napus), also known as oilseed rape or rape, is a bright-yellow flowering member of the family Brassicaceae (mustard or cabbage family). Rapeseed is cultivated mainly for its oil-rich seed.
Controversial topics
A recent study made the headlines. A peer-reviewed analysis of around 2,500 pets finds vegan dogs visit the vet less often and require fewer medications. Looks amazing doesn’t it, a diet that is healthier for dogs while…
Animal Welfare
Limping and stiffness can be caused by several different conditions. The most common being acute injuries and skeletal issues like osteoarthritis (OA). As many as 80% of dogs over 8 years old have OA in one or more joint…
Dogs
Alongside support and advice for your veterinary team, you may take the decision to neuter your dog. Reasons for this include reducing unwanted pregnancies, reducing undesirable sexual behaviour and preventative health m…
New vet
You’ve popped to the veterinary practice with your dog and are seen by a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), not a Veterinary Surgeon. What is the difference and why might you see an RVN instead?…
Animal Welfare
Crufts attracts over 20,000 competitors alongside hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. This year's Best in Show was a lovable Flat Coated Retriever called Baxer; who beat six other finalists to claim the show’s t…
