You may have heard recently that owners of imported dogs are increasingly being asked to get blood tests done for a relatively rare infection, Brucella canis. In some cases, vet practices are reportedly saying that they…

Given the recent rises in Brucella canis in the UK, many vets are now requiring owners of imported dogs to have their dogs tested for this potentially dangerous and zoonotic bacterium. However, concerns have been raised…

There are many potential ways to find a reputable, reliable and high-quality dog groomer in your local area. In this short article we consider a few of those options; and hope to provide some guidance of where to search…

You may have heard about ear cropping in the news recently. It’s an animal welfare ‘hot topic’ at the moment and for good reason. Ear cropped dogs are becoming increasingly popular in the UK; despite the procedure being…

It can be a worrying time if your dog is poorly. If a check over from the vet has revealed your dog has a fever, then you might have a few questions. While some causes of fever can be straightforward to diagnose and mana…

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…