After a long, wet winter we are all looking forward to some warmer weather, and spending more time outdoors. Of course our pets are likely to enjoy this too! However, spring does bring a few extra risks for your pet. Let…

Calcium, phosphorus, vitamin D, and parathyroid hormone (the hormone that regulates them) are all crucial for healthy bone development in puppies, and for maintaining healthy bones in adult dogs. The exact amount of each…

There are many roles veterinary nurses have in the vet practice. One of the main roles is being a kennel nurse - or the patient care nurse or ward nurse in some practices. The kennel nurse has an important role as they a…

Spring is on its way, and soon our gardens and vases will be full of brightly coloured blooms again. Lilies are commonly seen in gardens and in bouquets and are a popular plant all over the world. However, while their be…

Testicular cancer in dogs is described as the abnormal growth of cells in a dog's testicles. It is among the most common types of cancer affecting intact (unneutered) male dogs, particularly as they age. While many cases…

Ringworm in horses is a very contagious fungal infection of the horse’s skin that can spread rapidly from horse to horse. Ringworm is a zoonotic disease which means it can also spread from horse to human. Despite the nam…