Some dogs can be so lumpy and bumpy! The particular focus today is on lumpy lymph nodes. We will explain what they are, how to feel for them, and why your dog’s lymph nodes could be enlarged.

The flea population increases during the warm summer months; however, fleas have now become a year-round problem, particularly when the central heating is turned on. Fleas love a warm and humid home as this creates a per…

Our bodies rely on a series of chemical reactions that make use of the food we eat in order to provide energy and nutrients to our cells. This process is called metabolism and it is a finely tuned machine. If it goes wro…

There are many debates on social media about whether or not to clip your dog’s fur in order to help them stay cool in hot weather. There’s even a picture of a dog taken with a thermal imaging camera that is used by both…

Getting a new puppy is fun and exciting but it can be worrying if they are unwell. Vomiting is very common in dogs, partly because they are designed to vomit much more easily than humans. This is a useful protective mech…

Hamsters are fun, lively little creatures and they are often considered to be a great first pet for a child. Equally, they're viewed as an easy pet for an adult to keep. Although it may seem that they will be relatively…