Latest articles by Sarah Elliott
Life as vet - what its like
Concerns around capacity and retention in the veterinary profession are not new. However recent events such as Brexit and COVID-19 have pushed the profession to crisis point. There’s a shortage of vets, and that’s not he…
Cats
A yellowing of the skin and other tissues of the body is known as jaundice, but you might also hear the word ‘icterus’ being used to describe this process. The yellow colour is caused by excessive levels of bilirubin, a…
Animal Welfare
For someone living with domestic abuse, their pet can be a huge source of comfort and support. When going through difficult times, we need our pets more than ever. Sadly, many abusers see this bond and use it to gain pow…
Cats
If your cat has a life-limiting illness and has reached the end of their treatment journey, palliative care may improve their comfort prior to the end of their life. The goal of palliative care should not be the extensio…
Dogs
It’s a hot summer’s day, and your dog is struggling. Perhaps they’ve over-exercised in the sun or been in a warm and humid environment for a while without enough ventilation. These are the typical scenarios that can lead…
Cats
Cirrhosis of the liver is a generalised formation of scar tissue. It’s caused by long-term liver damage and prevents the liver from working properly. The liver is incredibly good at coping with damage, but if less than 2…
