Diet
When it comes to keeping our dogs healthy, we’re often tempted to focus on the basics – exercise, vaccinations, flea and worming preventatives and regular check-ups. However, one vital component which is sometimes overlo…
Dentistry
Whilst native to Peru, guinea pigs have become popular household pets in the UK. Their affectionate and gentle nature makes them a great companion, but how can you tell they have toothache and what should you do if you t…
Dogs
Hearing that your dog may have bone cancer is devastating news. It’s an emotional and overwhelming time for owners and it can be difficult to know where to start or what steps to take next. Understanding the condition ca…
Dogs
When we think of police or military dogs, images of powerful German Shepherds leaping into action and pursuing suspects, or super-focussed spaniels sniffing out drugs probably comes to mind. These dogs are elite working…
Life as vet - what its like
Picture a vet. Maybe your mind conjured up a white man in a field, tending to some cows or sheep, driving around from visit to visit, stopping for some lovely grub cooked by a smiling farmer’s wife. In essence, you…
First Aid
Electrocution is thankfully a relatively rare medical condition seen in our pets. One study looking at 35 years of data from 26 veterinary universities found that in that time period, there were only 280 cases of electro…
