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As summer approaches, it’s time to think about how to keep our feline friends entertained and cool. Just like us humans, cats can get bored and restless during the hot months, so it’s essential to find the perfect toys t…

Seeing blood in your dog’s eye can be alarming! The technical term for this condition is hyphaema and it can occur for a variety of reasons. Let’s explore hyphaema in more detail, including the causes, treatment options…

Today we will meet Cinnamon, a young rabbit who one morning started looking very painful. We will learn how Cinnamon’s vet first diagnosed her problem, what treatment was needed, and the ongoing management of her conditi…

‘Cat scratch disease’ (CSD) is also known as ‘cat scratch fever’, or ‘subacute regional lymphadenitis’, if you prefer. It is a disease of humans, caused by a bacteria called Bartonella henselae which can be transmitted t…

We seem to love keeping all creatures big and small - from our furry friends to our scaled reptiles, there’s something out there for everyone. However, what if we turn our attention to pet frogs? What is the best environ…

Adult Bot Flies are flying insects that are found very commonly around horses. The “bot” is the immature form (larvae) of the adult fly. In the UK, there are three main species that can affect horses, each relying on the…