Deer are one of the most abundant groups of wild animals in the UK, with population estimates as high as 2 million individuals, the highest level in 1000 years. But how much do you know about them? Vet Ashley explores th…

Veterinary costs can feel overwhelming! Choosing a veterinary practice, a referral centre or even a treatment plan can be daunting, with so many factors to consider. Naturally, your pet’s welfare will always be at the he…

Up until recently, most people would have been blissfully unaware of a rare group of viral diseases in mice and rats known as hantaviruses. The scary tale of the cruise ship MV Hondius however, where three pass…

Thought to be the first sheep disease in Britain to incur statutory controls, scab is a highly contagious skin condition which causes significant animal welfare concerns. Once thought to be eradicated from the…

The Tonkinese is domestic breed of cat, developed by crossing Siamese and Burmese cats aiming to combine the best and most desirable characteristics of both breeds. Of course, firs…

Understandably, the cost of veterinary care is a very emotive subject. Especially in the wake of the Competition & Markets Authority’s recent report. Naturally, no one wants the added stress of worrying about fi…