Pets come in all shapes and sizes, and gone are the days of just owning cats, dogs and a humble goldfish. Not that there is anything wrong with owning ‘just’ cats, dogs or fish - but the pet market has exploded with a ra…

 Labrador retrievers are consistently ranked one of the most, if not the most, popular dog breed in the UK. Commonly referred to as ‘Labradors’ or ‘Labs’, they are a much-loved breed, popular with both families and…

Gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), sometimes referred to as bloat, is a serious and potentially life-threatening emergency in dogs. While any dog can technically develop GDV, certain dogs are considerably more at-ris…

Dogs can be very good at finding things we’d rather they left alone. Things containing batteries, like the TV remote control or a child’s toy, might attract an inquisitive nose. But what happens if your dog decides to ha…

Our cats live closely with our families every day. Keeping them healthy and parasite free is extremely important. Intestinal parasites can occur in any age cat, and several types of intestinal worms infect our housecats.

Modern pedigree dogs were first established in Great Britain during the Victorian era, in the mid-19th century. In 1859 an English Pointer named ‘Major’ was the first dog in Great Britain to be compared to breed standard…