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It’s a very exciting time when you get a new pet, but there’s also lots to think about when welcoming a new kitten into your home. One of those things is parasite prevention. Just as adult cats need to be regularly worme…

The UK is host to some of the most beautiful wildlife. We have 574 species of birds on the British Ornithologists Union list, 107 mammal species found in and around the British Isles, 13 native species of reptiles and am…

Stateside in America, there has recently been a damning report regarding the use of the well-known, ectoparasite product, the “Seresto” collar. Seresto collars are commonly used within the UK and may well be included in…

All dog owners understand how much our canine companions love to chew on tasty bones. But did you know that bones can sometimes be harmful to dogs, especially if they are cooked? So what types of bones are best for dogs…

You probably think of vets as all-knowing animal encyclopedia; knowledgeable in everything from cats and dogs, to emus, elephants and echidnas! Okay… maybe we’re being a bit too optimistic here. But certainly after five-…

Friend or foe? It is well known that dogs and cats have a long-standing rivalry; with stark differences between the two species often causing unpleasant interactions ending in hissing and growling, possibly with some blo…