Pet insurance can really be a lifesaver if you're caught off-guard and your beloved furry friend suffers an accident or illness. It may seem controversial, but veterinary practices, just like all private businesses, must…

If your dog occasionally displays humping or mounting behaviour it may seem quite amusing. However, if your dog regularly humps things including furniture, toys, other dogs and even people it can be annoying, frustrating…

Finding a well-rounded veterinary practice can have a multitude of perks, especially if they offer a wide range of services. This avoids being referred to different practices if a certain treatment option is required. Mo…

With the cost of living rising, seeking money saving options is something we are all trying to do. But, in short, you should never give your cat over-the-counter painkillers intended for human use, such as paracetamol or…

Dogs are omnivores, gaining their essential nutrients from both animal and plant sources. Their wolf relations are opportunistic eaters, hunting and scavenging what is available to them. Our domestic dogs have altered in…

You might not have heard of “Ventilation Shutdown” as a method of euthanasing large numbers of farm animals simultaneously. But in some parts of the world it is legal and accepted. In this article, our farm vet Cassandra…