Rabbits are estimated to have been around for 40 million years, which is astonishing if you consider that modern humans, anatomically similar to our current species, are thought to have existed for only 300,000 years.  …

Bladder stones, or uroliths, are a common condition in dogs that can lead to significant discomfort, recurrent urinary tract infections, and, in severe cases, life-threatening obstructions. If a dog is diagnosed with bla…

There are all sorts of reasons that some owners choose to keep cats indoors... And if keeping your cat safe is one of those reasons, you might wonder if insurance is necessary. After all, indoor cats aren't exposed to th…

Almost all dogs will bark at something, maybe to communicate with their owners, or greet their doggy friends in excitement, or perhaps if they're feeling uneasy. However, barking in the evening, or overnight, can be more…

One of the many roles of the veterinary nurse is the consulting nurse. This is an important role as the nurse is talking face to face with the owner, giving advice and making their own judgement on the patient. There are…

Our dogs can get up to all sorts of mischief. Occasionally, this can result in an infection, which may lead to an abscess. How an abscess affects your dog depends on the size and location of the abscess. These factors al…