Arthritis, or more correctly osteoarthritis, is a very common condition in our canine companions. Osteoarthritis occurs due to “wear and tear” causing a loss of the cushioning layer of cartilage within a joint. This in t…

There are hundreds of species of fish that can be kept in captivity and a well-designed aquarium can make a great feature in any room. There are also different types of fish including cold water, tropical and saltwater f…

Most cats are expert-level self-groomers owing to their incredible flexibility and fastidiousness when it comes to hygiene. On occasion however, they fall short of the necessary attention to detail required to meet their…

Brucellosis is on the rise in the U.K. due to the increased number of dogs being imported from abroad. Thankfully, it is still uncommon here. However, following the first confirmed dog-to-human case of Brucella canis in…

We don’t always think of rabbits as being very verbally communicative, but these fluffy friends can actually produce a wide range of sounds. Listening carefully to your bunny can help interpret their needs and wants, lea…

While we’ve been (quite sensibly!) worrying about a pandemic that affects humans, it’s important we don’t take our eyes off an older potential pandemic disease… Avian Flu. While the current strain isn’t as disruptive or…