Your pet's heart health is incredibly important and spotting signs of disease early makes all the difference. Annual health checks are a great opportunity for your vet to check your pet's heart for signs of illness. How does my pet's heart work? The heart is divided into four chambers; the upper … [Read more...] about Cardiac disease
Managing the cost of veterinary care
In light of the recent CMA report regarding veterinary pricing, we wanted to address some of the key points and how they could affect you as our client. The CMA raised questions about the transparency of pricing, the cost of medication and the breadth of options offered to clients for various … [Read more...] about Managing the cost of veterinary care
Mast Cell Tumours
What is a mast cell tumour? A mast cell tumour (MCT) is a type of malignant lump and is one of the most common types of skin cancer in dogs. The tumours can vary in size and presentation, they may appear as a small bump under the skin or as a larger, ulcerated, red lump. Mast cells are found … [Read more...] about Mast Cell Tumours
Antimicrobial resistance
What are antimicrobials? 'Antimicrobials' include antibiotics, antiparasitics, antivirals and antifungals and are essential to the treatment and prevention of the spread of diseases in both animals and humans. What is antimicrobial resistance (AMR)? Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is the ability … [Read more...] about Antimicrobial resistance
Risk of anaesthesia-free dental procedures
Dental disease is one of the most common illnesses affecting dogs and cats. Routine, preventative care as well as effective veterinary treatment is important for your pet's health and wellbeing. We are seeing more and more 'at-home' treatment options being offered such as de-scaler devices. The … [Read more...] about Risk of anaesthesia-free dental procedures
Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions (FORL)
Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORL) are one of the most common dental problems to affect cats. This painful disease can affect any cats and currently has no known cause. What is tooth resorption? Feline tooth resorption is a condition which initially affects the neck of the tooth, … [Read more...] about Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions (FORL)
Keeping your pet safe in cold weather
Antifreeze Antifreeze contains an odourless and sweet tasting chemical called ethylene glycol, which is toxic to pets. All pets are at risk but cats especially seem to be attracted to the taste. Ethylene glycol is used in a variety of common automotive products including windscreen wiper fluid, … [Read more...] about Keeping your pet safe in cold weather
Cat Carrier Guide
Choosing a cat carrier Material There are many different options of cat carrier on the market, from soft fabric types that are easy to store to strong wicker baskets that look nice when left out. All carriers have their pros and cons. Where soft fabric may be more lightweight, these carriers are … [Read more...] about Cat Carrier Guide
Diabetes
What is feline diabetes? Diabetes is a condition in which there is an increased level of glucose in the blood due to a hormone called insulin. Insulin controls the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood and is vital in allowing the body's cells to convert glucose into energy. There are two … [Read more...] about Diabetes
XL Bully Legislation
The Government has recently announced plans to ban the XL Bully breed from 31st December 2023. From this date it will be illegal to breed, sell, advertise, exchange, gift, rehome, abandon or allow XL Bully dogs to stray in England and Wales. From 1 February 2024 it will be a criminal offence to own … [Read more...] about XL Bully Legislation
