This week is tick bite prevention week in the UK, a week dedicated to highlighting the diseases that can be transmitted by ticks. Although much of this week focuses around human healthcare, it is important to point out t…

We’ve had a very interesting question raised recently: does it matter what a dog’s name is? At first glance, you can be forgiven for thinking there is an obvious answer: ‘no!’. But then we got thinking and realised that…

It may not be the most glamorous part of owning a pet. But keeping an eye on what comes out, in other words their urine and faeces, is an important part of monitoring your dog’s health. Changes can sometimes give an earl…

You’ve popped to the veterinary practice with your dog and are seen by a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), not a Veterinary Surgeon. What is the difference and why might you see an RVN instead?…

Veterinary prescription diets can be utilised to assist with the management of a variety of conditions. If your dog suffers from chronic food allergies, your vet may advise you to transition them onto a Veterinary prescr…

Do you ever look at a well-trained dog and wonder how they got so good? They certainly weren’t born that disciplined. As many owners already know, having a new puppy unfortunately isn’t all fun and games. Your puppy need…