There’s a common misconception that, because dogs usually have fur, they don’t feel the cold. So why is it that, when you feel your dog’s nose, ears, or paws, they are sometimes cold to touch? Are they cold, or is someth…
Sheep and goats are widely known as small ruminants; they are part of a larger group of herbivores who all possess a rumen and ruminate (or chew the cud). And that means their digestive process is quite unfamiliar to man…
Working out how much to feed your dog sounds super simple - and it can be. But our pets are all individuals with different metabolic needs, so it's not always as straightforward as it sounds. Just like people, pets of di…
Constipation, the term to describe infrequent or difficult passing of faeces (poo), is an uncomfortable and unpleasant experience for our feline companions. There are various underlying reasons why a cat may become const…
Cats can get stressed just like other animals, but the way they show signs of stress can be very different and sometimes subtle. It is always worth seeking advice from your Vets if you are worried that your cat is acting…
Many of us, especially those often working with or in contact with animals, will have wondered what their noises mean… And why do they make noises at all? We humans are a very noisy kind of social animal; the many differ…