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

Which dogs need urinary diet?
Dogs
Which dogs need urinary diet?
There are many different canine diets being sold in the high street, as well as prescription diets… but which dogs should be on which? Remember that every dog is different and different diets will suit different dogs bet…
July 29, 2023 • 12 shares
What's the difference between an X-ray and a scan - which is better?
Diagnostics
What's the difference between an X-ray and a scan - which is better?
You’ve probably come across your vets discussing X-rays and scans, both of which are commonly offered in first-opinion veterinary practices. Whilst the imaging modalities are complementary to each other and may be sugges…
July 23, 2023 • 15 shares
Can you castrate a rat?
New Pet
Can you castrate a rat?
Castrating a rat is another term for neutering a male rat. And with hormone-based behaviours a major reason for welfare and behaviour problems in rats, is it possible - can we neuter a rat, given that they’re so small?…
July 18, 2023 • 10 shares
Case Story: Milo’s kidney issues
Case study
Case Story: Milo’s kidney issues
Milo was a 12 year old, neutered male, predominantly indoor, domestic short hair cat who presented to his usual veterinary practice for his annual vaccination and health check appointment. His owner had no concerns, othe…
July 16, 2023 • 36 shares
Why does my dog zoom around?
Behaviour
Why does my dog zoom around?
You may have seen your dog run around and around at full speed through your house, and questioned the reason behind this huge and sudden outburst of energy. This behaviour may include spinning around, jumping in the air,…
July 15, 2023 • 23 shares
How important is it to have a horse vetted?
Horses
How important is it to have a horse vetted?
Would you buy a house without having a survey completed? How about an expensive car without checking out its service, maintenance and works history? The answers to these questions are probably ‘no’. These items can set y…
July 13, 2023 • 12 shares
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