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

Do puzzle feeders for dogs work, and what's the best one?
Diet
Do puzzle feeders for dogs work, and what's the best one?
Feeding most dogs is a pretty straightforward affair. There’s food, there’s a bowl, and there’s a dog that’s just dying to get their paws on that delicious meal.  But not all canine companions are the same! Depending on…
October 30, 2021 • 38 shares
Is it fair to get a puppy before my old dog dies?
Dogs
Is it fair to get a puppy before my old dog dies?
Are you thinking about adding a puppy to your family, with a senior dog already at home? A new puppy can help liven up your house and, hopefully, provide companionship for your older dog, making him more active and joyfu…
October 28, 2021 • 120 shares
Do rehomed cats ever make good pets?
Cats
Do rehomed cats ever make good pets?
While no one should ever have to consider giving away a member of their family, sometimes pet owners face several situations that lead them to needing to find a new home for their cat. But what happens next? How do they…
October 27, 2021 • 37 shares • 3 comments
Is it wrong to give your dog cheap food?
Diet
Is it wrong to give your dog cheap food?
We’ve all seen the huge variety of dog foods that are available in pet stores, and the amount of choice can make choosing a pet food into a tricky decision. Food brands range from very cheap products, through to really e…
October 26, 2021 • 35 shares
What's the best dog breed for agility?
Dogs
What's the best dog breed for agility?
Would you believe that Dog Agility is less than 50 years old? And it was ‘born’ in the UK! It was first introduced, not as a competition, but as kind of a ‘half-time show’ at Crufts in 1978. It wasn’t until 1980 that it…
October 25, 2021 • 47 shares
What pet is best for shift workers?
Dogs
What pet is best for shift workers?
Shift work is quite common in several different areas, including healthcare, security, law enforcement and transportation. It can be rather challenging, stressful and demanding. Nevertheless, owning a pet is perfectly co…
October 22, 2021 • 35 shares
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