Tooth and gum problems are very common in cats. A recent study has shown that nearly 1.8 million cats are diagnosed with dental disease each year in the UK. That means over 15% of all cats suffer annually with an oral he…

This article investigates the story behind the book “Big Kibble: The Hidden Dangers of the Pet Food Industry and How to Do Better by Our Dogs” by Shawn Buckley and Dr Oscar Chavez published in December 2020.  We wil…

Searching for the perfect dog breed for your family can be tricky – big or small? Short hair or long hair? Lazy or active? Clever or stupid…..? Well, maybe not the last one, but some dog breeds have a bit of a reputation…

Hopefully, New Year or Hogmanay hangovers are dissipating now. But have you ever wondered if aspirin might also be used in pets? Or whether it’s a safe and cheap alternative to prescription-only meds? If so - now read on…

As we come into 2024, it might be that many of us humans are looking at weight loss… and sadly, a lot of our pets could benefit from it as well! So in our New Year’s Day blog this year, we’ve asked highly qualified felin…

It’s something every pet owner hopes they’ll never have to use, their emergency veterinary service. Emergencies do happen though, and it’s important to be prepared for them, if and when they do. Sadly, by their very natu…