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Many people say that their pets are more than just pets – they’re family. This means for some of us, the loss of a beloved pet can hurt just as much as the loss of a human family member. As such, some people may want to…

What links Lurch in the Addams Family, pro-wrestler Andre the Giant, and Jaws from the James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me? They all suffered from the condition known as acromegaly caused by an excess of growth hormone…

We're doubtless that you’re all very aware of the arguments for worming your cat regularly. But how much does it matter what you worm with? Our vet nurse blogger Robyn investigates……

Adopting a dog can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Not all dogs end up in rehoming centres due to behavioural issues - more often it's due to a change in circumstances, meaning most dogs will go on to become wonde…

The habits of today’s dogs might shock those of centuries past – regular vet visits? Grooming every week? They dress me up in what?? As the world has changed, how we treat our dogs has changed too. A good example of this…

Canine Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most commonly encountered musculoskeletal disorders and one that veterinary surgeons (VS) and Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN) are likely to see in day-to-day general practice.