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Alopecia, or fur loss, is incredibly common amongst dogs, and is something your vet sees on a regular basis. Bothersome to pets and owners alike, alopecia can affect your furry friend in a plethora of ways; varying in si…

You might have heard recently that the Competition and Markets Authority, the UK’s competition regulator, has launched an enquiry into the veterinary sector. This has, of course, been reported widely in the press, and ha…

Many of you may be aware that as of 1st September 2023, the rules around vets prescribing medications in the UK have changed. Some of these changes are relatively minor, but others may have a substantial impact on how yo…

Sometimes, we may like to purchase our pet's prescription online, after receiving a written prescription from your veterinary surgeon. Often these drugs are cheaper when purchased via online pharmacies, for a number of r…

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……

Fleas are a type of external parasite. There are different species of…