Here's a paradox: the biggest cause of suffering in pet dogs may be people who believe that they love their pets the most. What am I talking about? Overfeeding and its consequence: obesity. Over a third of dogs in the UK…

Like everyone I know, I was glued to the Olympics - great job Team GB, especially our first Dressage and Show Jumping medals for a long time! However, I wonder how many people think about the infrastructure and planning…

Most vets realise the value of social media for marketing their services, but many have reservations about the possible downside of this type of direct engagement with the public. In particular, vets are often put off in…

Clients often ask me what they should feed their cats. It sounds like a simple question, but the answer is far from straight forward. The biggest debate amongst veterinarians at the moment is whether or not a cat should…

The London Olympics have captured the full attention of the public and the mainstream media: there's something compelling about watching humans pushing themselves to extraordinary athletic achievements. Yet in comparison…

Have you ever wondered what to do if you aren't happy with the actions of your vet? Most people realise that vets have codes of conduct and ethics that they need to adhere to, but how does this work in practice? What hap…