Elbow dysplasia is a common developmental disorder affecting growing dogs. It is a painful condition that can cause significant lameness in our canine companions. It is often seen in larger breeds. Sadly it can have a bi…

As we enter the winter season and chills begin to lace the air you might be thinking about turning the heating on if you haven't already done so. The energy price cap and the winter fuel payments have once again made new…

Ferrets can make fantastic pets. They are friendly, interactive, clever and can make brilliant companions for owners who are looking for a unique pet. However, they can sometimes be challenging and their care should not…

Potassium poisoning, or hyperkalaemia, is an excess of circulating potassium in the body. Hyperkalaemia is a relatively common electrolyte abnormality encountered by vets. And it is considered an emergency due to the eff…

Have you heard of neutering implants? Maybe you have and you are curious to know more, or maybe you are none the wiser and have come here for the low down on them. Neutering, as we know it in animals, involves the surgic…

Just over one in four households own a cat, and 92% of owners consider their cat part of their family. Yet up and down the country, cat rescue and rehoming charities are at capacity. In some areas, waiting lists for cats…