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

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
Case Story – A Classic Case of Tinsel-itis
Case study
Case Story – A Classic Case of Tinsel-itis
It’s Christmas Eve and I’ve just arrived at the veterinary clinic to meet Mrs Andrews and her 9-month-old kitten Mavis.  I know Mavis well. Her mother had been brought to the local cat rescue charity as a heavily pr…
December 26, 2023 • 70 shares
What is an Ocicat, and do they make good pets?
Breeds
What is an Ocicat, and do they make good pets?
Ocicats are named for their resemblance to the wild ocelot. They are not dissimilar in appearance to hybrid breeds such as the Bengal or Savannah, but fortunately for the Ocicat, they do not have any wild cat DNA in thei…
December 10, 2023 • 68 shares • 1 comments
Top Christmas Presents for Cats 2023
Cats
Top Christmas Presents for Cats 2023
Pets are a part of our family, and naturally we want to make sure there is something for them tucked away under the Christmas tree too. But what do cats really want for Christmas?  Take a look at my vet and behaviou…
December 9, 2023 • 154 shares
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