I'm Tania, a vet student at the University of Edinburgh. I'm originally from Hong Kong (a long way from my friends and family!) but I have absolutely enjoyed every moment of living and studying in Edinburgh. Upon graduation, I hope to be in a first opinion practice working with cats and dogs. Although, I do have a soft spot and increasing interest for rabbits, so I might try to explore that further... we'll see! In the meantime, I'll be studying for exams and trying to learn as much as possible on placements. When I am not doing either of those things, I enjoy dancing, cooking, and going out on long walks (Scottish weather permitting, of course).
Latest articles by Tania Chan
Can I catch diseases from my lizard?
Exotic pets from the amphibian and reptilian worlds are becoming increasingly popular, with more and more owners ditching the idea of a puppy and instead opting for a bearded dragon. After all, there is just a certain ap…
June 22, 2022
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Is it safe to keep dogs with cats?
Friend or foe? It is well known that dogs and cats have a long-standing rivalry; with stark differences between the two species often causing unpleasant interactions ending in hissing and growling, possibly with some blo…
February 6, 2022
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Why do dogs live less long than humans?
It is a tragic and seemingly unfair truth of life. We would love for our furry friends to stay with us for as long as we live. But dogs will not live as long as humans can, despite the great happiness and joy they bring…
British vets are leading the way on antibiotic resistance
The discovery of antibiotics and its widespread manufacture has undoubtedly changed the face of medicine in the 21st century. All thanks to Alexander Fleming’s cast aside Petri dish, where the first discovery of penicill…
December 27, 2021
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Here’s how to take a dog’s temperature
Knowing how to take your dog’s temperature correctly and safely can be a useful skill to have as a dog owner. Being able to monitor their temperature helps you understand if they might be feeling ill or unwell and flag u…
What’s the law around dog collars and harnesses?
As dog owners, there are some pretty obvious rules about what we can or cannot do. For example, we cannot leave dog poo behind, or walk our dogs off leash in a sheep field. There are, however, some laws that aren’t as wi…