Farm animal
Clostridial diseases are caused by an anaerobic bacillus of the family Clostridia, they are widely distributed in the farm and small holding environment and can be the classic cause of sudden death in sheep. Health…
Cats
There are trillions of bacteria and micro-organisms naturally found in the gut and the “gut microbiome” is currently a hot topic within human health. Research has found that a balanced microbiome has many hea…
Dogs
Thankfully, diabetes insipidus in dogs is uncommon. It’s a condition which causes dogs to drink excessively, and to produce large volumes of very dilute urine. This is also known as ‘water diabetes’, which is not the sam…
Breeds
Small, white, fluffy and with a lot of character, West Highland White Terriers, or Westies, are a popular breed among dog owners. As with all dog breeds, they have their own appeal and quirks, but what are the common Wes…
Animal Welfare
The terms “artificial” or “advanced” breeding are used to describe a variety of techniques which aim to advance genetic improvement and reproductive efficiency by selecting the best animals to breed from and optimising t…
Environment
Ever wondered what it’s like to work hands-on with exotic wildlife in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest? After 8 years in the veterinary industry, my partner Dan and I took the leap and headed to Peru for an unforgettab…