Latest articles by Sarah Elliott
Animal Welfare
Sarah Elliott BVetMed MANZCVS (Feline Medicine) MRCVS Assistance dogs are remarkable animals that provide life-changing support to people with disabilities. They are trained to help with everyday tasks, give reass…
Animal Welfare
Sarah Elliott BVetMed MANZCVS (Feline Medicine) MRCVS As a vet in the UK, I spend much of my time working at the interface between animals, people, and society. But often, a vet’s role extends beyond th…
Cats
When a cat arrives at a cat rescue charity for rehoming, one of the first questions we ask is: is this cat neutered? For cats with a clear veterinary history, the answer is simple. But when dealing with strays or abandon…
Behaviour
If you’ve noticed your cat is avoiding his litter tray, it can be both puzzling and frustrating. Cats are usually quite particular about their bathroom habits, so when your cat refuses to use their litter tray, it is oft…
Breeding
Many people claim that they are either a cat person or a dog person. The two species are often considered to be so completely opposed that you’re either Team Cat or Team Dog. If you were to put me on the spot, I’d probab…
Animal Welfare
An animal hoarder is an individual who has accumulated a large number of animals, exceeding their capacity to care for them. Animals may lack proper food, shelter, veterinary care, and clean environments, resulting in si…
