High blood pressure in cats also known as “hypertension” is a common problem, especially in older cats. But why do our cats get high blood pressure? In cats, high blood pressure is often a result of an underlying illness…

Table of contentsMy story What’s happening in vet practices up and down the country?Changes to the situation of EU vets caused by Brexit The Covid-19 pandemic An increase in demand for vets driven by a surge in pet owner…

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…

Spaying of female dogs (bitches) is a commonly performed procedure in small animal practices. When booking in for the surgery you may be asked for information on any previous seasons or litters or any other concerns you…

Pet rats make great pets. It is estimated in the UK alone 200,000 rats are kept as pets. They are inquisitive, playful and highly intelligent animals that love to explore their environment. This is why enrichment is so i…

In part one of the raw meat-based diet series, I investigated and explained a few myths associated with raw meat-based diets, this was predominantly focusing on dogs. In part two of the series, I was asked is raw food ‘b…