Fleas
Spring is here and this month is the start of warm weather (we hope!), plenty of sunshine, walks in parks and the season for ticks and fleas
Pet feeding and exercise
According to Downes et al. (2017) obesity is the most common nutritional disorder in pet dogs and cats...
Cat vaccine FIV & FeLV
We regularly vaccinate cats against FIV and FeLV at the yearly booster, but what are they and how often do they occur? Below is one article
Health advantages and disadvantages of owning a pet
Several studies have found that owning a pet has benefits for the individual, including mental health outcomes such as decreased anxiety...
Pain management
In an article by Steagall et al. (2017) owners responses to a questionnaire on pain in their pets highlighted some common misconceptions...
Angiostrongylus vasorum (lungworm)
According to Andrew Francis, vet cardiologist, angiostrongylus vasorum (lungworm) is difficult to identify as the clinical signs can be non-
What is babesiosis?
Babesiosis is an emerging tickborne disease caused by protozoan parasite related to those causing malaria (Johnson, 2016).
Brachycephalic breeds have birthing difficulties
Brachycephalic syndrome is a pathological condition affecting short nosed dogs and cats which can lead to severe respiratory distress.
Ticks – a seasonal nuisance or all-year threat?
Sánchez-Vizcaíno et al. (2016a, 2016b) highlighted that tick activity was continuous throughout the year, even in winter...
Neutering - benefits and issues to look for after neutering
Neutering is a common procedure performed on both dogs and cats, male and females and is associated with many positive effects on behaviour.
