As a pet owner, the thought of losing your much loved companion can be hugely difficult, and something you probably don’t want to think about at all. However, when the time comes, feeling prepared both emotionally and fi…

No matter how well owners take care of their pets, unfortunately no one is immune to illnesses and accidents. Therefore, often, an ordinary walk and play with the pet, end up with sad consequences for him. A dog, walking…

Reptiles make great pets as many are beginner friendly and offer a different and interesting animal to keep. Reptiles can live 20 years and over, so they are quite the commitment. It may be difficult to notice a decline…

Has your pet had some treatment recently and have you noticed on your vet bill an “injection fee”? Have you noticed you’re charged for the medication then an injection fee on top? Most practices these days will charge an…

If your cat has a life-limiting illness and has reached the end of their treatment journey, palliative care may improve their comfort prior to the end of their life. The goal of palliative care should not be the extensio…

This is the final article in VetHelpDirect’s series on the five animal welfare needs. This article is looking at the need for our pets to be protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease and why this isn’t always ve…