Lymphangitis is a condition that many horse owners will have heard of, often causing unease in vets and clients alike. It can develop rapidly, cause dramatic swelling of a limb, and leave horses lame, uncomfortable and,…

The United Kingdom has an abundance of wildlife and a rich ecosystem with approximately 90 wild mammalian species and >600 wild bird species. Unfortunately, several of these species are endangered including the Europe…

Cor pulmonale is a complex condition in dogs. ‘Cor’ is the Latin word for ‘heart’, and ‘pulmonale’ refers to the lungs; it describes the situation when disease of the lungs goes on to cause heart failure. Having both the…

Veterinary staff will no doubt have experienced the unique window into the strength of the human-animal bond that working in the industry gives us. This includes the many difficult situations where that bond is…

Most people have heard of HIV in people, but what about FIV in cats? Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) can have a lifelong impact on infected pets. But how do cats catch it in the first place, and what can be done to h…

If your vet has diagnosed your dog with IMHA, or is considering a diagnosis of IMHA, you will likely be feeling very worried about what this disease with lots of complicated language is all about. This article aims to gi…