Probably the second most common skin condition I see in dogs (after flea-related problems) is allergic skin disease, or atopy. Dogs can develop an allergic reaction to any number of things in the environment, or, less co…

Just what do you look for when you are choosing a vet practice for your pet? For some people it is an easy decision as there is only one local vet practice in easy travelling distance, for others it can be a bewildering…

I'm not looking forward to Thursday's vet Panorama program 'It shouldn't happen at a vets' . The headline 'Pet owners who take best practice on trust are in for a shock' makes my heart sink, most pet owners do take best…

This handsome fellow is Grissom, a lively 3 month old kitten. Like the TV character he is named after, he is extremely inquisitive and tenacious. Grissom belongs to a good friend of mine and enjoys all the luxuries that…

It’s been scorching here in Gloucestershire recently, and while the hot weather has been enjoyed by most of the population, it has not been so welcome for all, particularly for pets who find it difficult to cope with suc…

A few weeks ago I was asked by a close friend to put her dog to sleep at home. Timmy was a farm dog really, who slept in a stable, but just as much of a family member as any house-dog and much loved. I trusted Timmy’s ow…