New puppies are great fun, but sometimes it can be hard to tell what is normal behaviour and what might be a cause for concern. One example is ear scratching - how common is it, and is it likely to be a problem?…

Cats are generally thought of as more independent and aloof than their canine counterparts. But, just as in many species, cats come in all personalities as well as sizes and colours. Some cats become very attached to the…

If you’ve reached this blog I am going to assume that you have already decided to insure your pet cat - good for you! Insurance comes with a huge host of benefits. And it can end up saving you a lot of money in the long…

Gabapentin is a drug used in human medicine to treat epilepsy, nerve pain and, less commonly, migraines. So you may be wondering why your vet has prescribed gabapentin for your dog or cat! It’s not uncommon to come away…

If your cat has ever suffered from fleas or worms, you will know how irritating these parasites can be and how difficult infections can be to…

Summer is hay fever season and it must be awful for lovers of the outdoors to be constantly bunged up! However, we think it is even worse for animal lovers who are also allergic to animal fur. Every cuddle with a friendl…