VetHelpDirect Pet Health Team

In house vets and veterinary nurses

Our Pet Health Team comprises vets and vet nurses who work together to answer the questions that pet owners like you want answered...

Latest articles by VetHelpDirect Pet Health Team

Is spot-on or tablet better for flea treatment in cats?
Cats
Is spot-on or tablet better for flea treatment in cats?
With so many products on the market, it can be very difficult to choose which ectoparasite product you want to use for your cat. Below, we will discuss the pros and cons for each type of product. Both methods work well,…
October 6, 2022 • 14 shares
Do rabbits feel pain when they are put to sleep?
Animal Welfare
Do rabbits feel pain when they are put to sleep?
Rabbits aren't small dogs, and they aren't small cats either. Their anatomical and physiological make-up varies vastly from that of more traditional canine and feline pets. And their welfare and psychological requirement…
October 4, 2022 • 101 shares
What is Radioiodine Therapy in Cats, and is it Safe?
Cats
What is Radioiodine Therapy in Cats, and is it Safe?
Radioiodine therapy (or radioactive iodine therapy) is a fantastic treatment option for cats with hyperthyroidism. Still, with all treatments, there are pros and cons. If your vet has mentioned this therapy to you for th…
September 30, 2022 • 43 shares
Which dog breed is the healthiest?
Dogs
Which dog breed is the healthiest?
With the 2021 puppy boom and the 2022 cost of living increase, many people have found themselves stuck in the middle of wanting the companionship of a new puppy yet wondering what they can realistically afford. Below we…
September 24, 2022 • 38 shares
Why are intravenous fluids prescription medicines? They're just salt water...
Medicines
Why are intravenous fluids prescription medicines? They're just salt water...
Your pet is in hospital, and the vet has recommended that they need to have a drip (intravenous fluids) to rehydrate them. This sounds like a great idea. So why is that simple bag of fluid a prescription medicine? After…
September 17, 2022 • 49 shares
What does practice standards mean on a vets’ website and is it important?
New Pet
What does practice standards mean on a vets’ website and is it important?
With lockdown stimulating many people to buy puppies, veterinary practices have never been busier. Everyone is keen to get their pet registered with their local veterinary practice. But how do you choose which practice t…
September 3, 2022 • 26 shares
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