Pet Advice

All dogs have an itch every now and then, but if your pooch’s scratching seems constant, it may be a sign that they have an underlying skin conditi...

Has your pooch piled on a few extra pounds recently? If your four-legged friend is looking a bit portly, don’t despair, you are not alone – up to 6...

How much notice do you take of your rabbit’s poop? Poo inspection may not be top of your to-do list but knowing what is normal for your bun is supe...

What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is caused when the thyroid glands in your cat’s neck start over-producing thyroid hormone.  In most cases,...

Are you the owner of a dog who has been plagued by this summer hazard? How can something so tiny cause such a large problem?Grass seeds are small (...

As much as 40% of the UK dog population is said to be fearful of fireworks – so what can we do to ensure that firework season is as stress-free as ...

Summer in the UK is often a bit unpredictable when it comes to the weather, but sunshine and warmth usually put in an appearance at some point. Wit...

What is your top choice of holiday destination? UK staycations are a very popular choice but maybe you would prefer something further afield. In th...

Are you overly familiar with the scratchy sounds of your dog licking, itching and biting? You’re not alone – itching is one of the most common reas...

What is Lyme disease?Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by the spiral shaped bacteria Borrelia burgdorfei.  It is spread by ticks and can...

A year of lockdown has been tough for many, but there has been one particular group that has relished all this family time. Yep, the dogs! The out ...

As summer stretches out ahead of us, and with lockdown restrictions lifting, many of us are starting to plan day trips, staycations and trips aroun...

Under the current lockdown, most of us are now spending much more time at home. Not only is this a strange new adjustment for us, it’s also a big c...

Worming: When doing the minimum is not enoughDeep cleaning the house, the obligatory garden tidy-up and treating our pets for worm infestations … a...

I think that kidney and urinary tract diseases are probably the most common problems we see at my practice after digestive disease and joint diseas...

At this time of year, we all start to feel the cold and it’s important to keep our pets warm.Pets in hutchesRabbits and Guinea pigs who live outsid...

Feeding Your Pet Getting the right nutrition for your puppy or kitten is really important. We recommend you buy a good quality kitten or puppy food...

You’re more likely to get fit with someone else – why not your pet? Most of us start the year with resolutions to change bad habits – wanting to g...