Have you ever wondered how people who prescribe veterinary medicines keep up to date? Many professions need to carry out “continuous professional development”, or lifelong learning, to be able to practice. And profession…

Hamsters make great pets and are often seen as a 'beginner' or 'first' pet. You may have noticed that hamsters only ever seem to be sold as individuals and you never really see two hamsters kept within the same enclosure…

Pus in the foot, also known as subsolar abscess, is one of the most common causes of severe, acute, lameness in horses and ponies. In this condition, a painful abscess of pus (inflammatory material) develops between the…

Working out how much food to feed your cat might seem like a daunting task, as there isn't a simple answer. The correct amount will depend on your cat, their health and lifestyle, the type of food you are feeding them an…

Birds are exotic pets which are popular with pet owners across the world. There are many different types of birds that are kept as domestic pets, including parrots, budgies, doves and chickens.  However, are there s…

If your pet has been requested to attend a blood pressure clinic, the veterinary professionals caring for your pet must feel that there is a reason for monitoring it. This will usually either be because they are predispo…