The mastiff is an ancient breed of dog that has existed for thousands of years. One of the giant breeds, mastiffs were historically bred as guard dogs and for hunting. Nowadays, they are more likely to be found as a pet…

There are estimated to be 1 million pet rabbits in British households making them one of the most popular pets in the United Kingdom. With a life expectancy of around 8-12 years they are a significant family member in mo…

Weaning kittens is the next milestone in a kitten's life and it’s quite a big thing. So, what is weaning? Well, weaning can be defined as the transition from their mothers milk to introducing solid food to kittens. I thi…

Gas gangrene is a potentially serious, necrotizing disease, caused by an infection of the subcutaneous tissue and muscle. It is caused by a group of bacteria called Clostridia. There are approximately 100 different speci…

Millions of people around the world wear eyeglasses to help them see. Short-sightedness is the most common visual issue that requires glasses to correct. We know that dogs get many of the same eye diseases as humans, lik…

It’s all too easy to be swept up in the excitement of collecting a new puppy, and not want to be bogged down with the financial side. However, it’s important to arrange pet insurance before you pick up your puppy. Here’s…