Your cat is ill, the vet’s run bloods and has come back to say the PCV is low. What on earth does that mean? Cats are a mystery. And when they’re ill, trying to figure out what’s wrong with them can sometimes be more puz…

Nutrition-related health issues are one of the most common reasons for rabbits to be brought to the vets and many of them stem from inadequate supply of dietary fibre. While most owners will already know that rabbits nee…

Addison’s and Cushing’s are both diseases of the adrenal glands. One involves over-production of hormones; the other under-production. So, they are essentially opposite conditions. Despite this, the actual tests performe…

Pet insurance is supposed to take the financial sting out of pet ownership, yet many owners still find that their policies fall short, leaving them unexpectedly out-of-pocket. So why do so many claims go wrong, and what…

If you’re thinking of getting a pet spider, it’s important to understand what you’re getting yourself into. While you may assume that a spider kept in captivity would be a low-maintenance pet that doesn’t need daily walk…

Labradoodles are consistently ranked in the top 10 off all dog breeds in the UK, and as such are one of the most popular crossbreeds in the UK, and a favourite of many households.