UK wildlife faces many threats to its survival. Threats differ between species; but broad themes are frequently seen such as habitat loss and destruction, persecution, and competition with non-native species. Road traffi…

Many of you may be aware that as of 1st September 2023, the rules around vets prescribing medications in the UK have changed. Some of these changes are relatively minor, but others may have a substantial impact on how yo…

Embarking on the journey of doodle dog ownership is not merely adopting a pet; it's a commitment to a lifelong companionship filled with joy, challenges, and endless moments of unconditional love. So what do you need to…

Having a pet creates a lot of good times, but part of being an owner means facing some hard times as well. One of the worst is hearing the dreaded word ‘cancer’ from a vet. Just like humans, dogs get cancer too, and the…

We all know what it’s like - the awful gap where your friend used to be; the sense of loss, or even a feeling of numbness or emptiness. Sometimes, it’s easier to fill that with doing something, sometimes it’s not. But ne…

The normal rectal temperature of an adult horse is 37C-38.5C (99-101.5F), that of newborn foals tends to be a little higher at 37.5C-39C (99.5-102.2F) while that of donkeys is 36.5C-37.8C (97.2-100F). Rectal temperature…