So… The Netherlands Have Banned the Sphynx Cat? What Does the Evidence Say? 
Animal Welfare
So… The Netherlands Have Banned the Sphynx Cat? What Does the Evidence Say? 
Major headlines broke when it was confirmed that from January 2026, the Dutch government will enforce a “ban on keeping hairless cats and cats with folded ears.”  This article will focus on Sphynx, as this…
February 4, 2026 • 142 shares
What is an ‘acute abdomen’ in dogs, and is it serious? 
Dogs
What is an ‘acute abdomen’ in dogs, and is it serious? 
Imagine this: you come home from work to find your usually lively Labrador lying still in the corner. He’s breathing fast, won’t get up, and when you touch his belly, he flinches and cries out. Alarme…
February 3, 2026 • 70 shares
How often does a cat really NEED to be wormed? 
Cats
How often does a cat really NEED to be wormed? 
Treating your cat for worms is an important part of preventative healthcare, part of taking a proactive approach where possible to keep your pet in optimum health and prevent disease or illness. Worms are extremely commo…
February 2, 2026 • 76 shares
Pain Relief in Livestock – When to Reach for Painkillers 
Animal Welfare
Pain Relief in Livestock – When to Reach for Painkillers 
Livestock experience pain in various circumstances just as humans and other animals do, but they typically demonstrate signs of pain less readily, to avoid showing vulnerability within the herd or to predators. Adrenalin…
January 19, 2026 • 28 shares
How Safe Is Pet Food Really? Understanding regulations and risks in the UK Pet Food Industry  
Diet
How Safe Is Pet Food Really? Understanding regulations and risks in the UK Pet Food Industry  
Pet owners today are more informed, more conscientious, and more invested in their animals’ wellbeing than ever before, especially when it comes to nutrition. With countless brands, feeding styles, and marketing claims c…
January 16, 2026 • 35 shares
New year new start - a calendar look at how you can help your local wildlife this year 
Amphibian
New year new start - a calendar look at how you can help your local wildlife this year 
Looking out for British wildlife is an important thing for us all to do. Every person who makes a change, no matter how small, is part of a much bigger movement to protect and conserve our native species. …
January 14, 2026 • 27 shares
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