Sophie Macrae
BVetMed PGCertVBM MRCVS
Sophie graduated as a vet from the Royal Veterinary College in 2008. Initially she worked in practice in New Zealand where she mostly looked after dairy cows for 4 years. Nowadays she keeps warm and clean, working inside at a small animal practice! She has a particular interest in rabbits, especially as she has two of her own – Shirley and Rodney, and is passionate about making sure they are looked after well. She also enjoys dentistry and is always keen to promote dental care as an essential part of owning a pet.
In her spare time, Sophie enjoys going to the gym, countryside walks and cooking.
Latest articles by Sophie Macrae
Why does my dog follow me?
Do you wake up in the morning and you have your four legged friend following you around straight away? Have you ever wondered why they follow you? Well, there are many reasons as to why, let’s have a look at some of them…
May 4, 2023
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Vet bills - where does the money go?
It’s been said so many times… Vets are so expensive! The vets are overcharging me. Why does it cost so much for my pet to have a check-up? Vets are a license to print money! So where does all your money go?…
March 7, 2023
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Why does routine neutering cost £200 but a tumour removal costs nearly £1000? The real cost of veterinary surgery
Lots of pet owners have been there. You go to the vets as your beloved Bertie has a little lump and your vet recommends surgery to remove it. That sounds like a great plan - not only will the lump be gone but you’ll be a…
February 2, 2023
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Life as vet - what its like
Do vet practices charge more for insured pets?
Absolutely not! Vet practices charge the same prices whether your pet is insured or not. If your pet has recently been unwell or required diagnostic tests, then you know that the cost of veterinary care is not cheap. You…
December 10, 2022
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Can a rabbit live with guinea pigs?
The simple answer is “no”. Both rabbits and guinea pigs are sociable creatures who absolutely require companionship, but they are very different species and as such have different needs. Having said that, if you already…
November 24, 2022
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Why does my dog reverse sneeze?
If you have ever seen a dog reverse sneezing, you’ll know that it’s quite a strange sight to see! It can be quite concerning when it happens, as it may appear that your dog is struggling to breathe, but fortunately this…
October 25, 2022
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