Sarah Elliott

BVetMed MANZCVS (Medicine of Cats) MRCVS

Sarah is a veterinary surgeon who graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London. Sarah has worked in both private and charity small animal practice in the UK and New Zealand. She is currently Cats Protection’s Central Veterinary Officer, edits a magazine for veterinary professionals and writes online content for pet owners. As well as all things cat, Sarah's interests include animal welfare, veterinary ethics, behaviour and evidence-based medicine.

Latest articles by Sarah Elliott

Are Himalayan Cats Really Cold-Resistant Pets?
Breeds
Are Himalayan Cats Really Cold-Resistant Pets?
Because of their desert-dwelling ancestry, cats generally enjoy the sunnier seasons more than winter. Most cats will prefer to seek out a warm spot at home at this time of year.  But breeds like the Himalayan may ha…
February 8, 2024 • 8 shares
Lost your cat? What to do next
Behaviour
Lost your cat? What to do next
Roaming is a completely normal behaviour for a cat. Their wild ancestors were small, solitary hunters and their survival was dependent on regularly patrolling their territory, looking for threats and hazards. Our modern…
February 2, 2024 • 60 shares
Should I Give Up My Cat?
Animal Welfare
Should I Give Up My Cat?
Owning a cat can be hugely rewarding, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. What if, despite best intentions, the relationship isn’t working? Is rehoming your cat the best option? Deciding to rehome your cat is not…
January 29, 2024 • 229 shares
Do Ragdoll cats make good pets?
Breeds
Do Ragdoll cats make good pets?
Ragdolls are beautiful cats, with affectionate personalities. They are currently ranked as the second most popular cat breed registered with the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF). When choosing a breed of cat to…
January 6, 2024 • 201 shares
All about tooth root abscesses in cats
Cats
All about tooth root abscesses in cats
Tooth and gum problems are very common in cats. A recent study has shown that nearly 1.8 million cats are diagnosed with dental disease each year in the UK. That means over 15% of all cats suffer annually with an oral he…
January 5, 2024 • 23 shares
Are ‘metabolic’ diets for cats worth it?
Cats
Are ‘metabolic’ diets for cats worth it?
As we come into 2024, it might be that many of us humans are looking at weight loss… and sadly, a lot of our pets could benefit from it as well! So in our New Year’s Day blog this year, we’ve asked highly qualified felin…
January 1, 2024 • 11 shares
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