I've noticed a possible stray cat in my garden, what should I do? The first thing to establish is whether the cat belongs to someone or is a genuine stray or feral cat. If you have only seen the cat once or twice, it may be a new cat in the area exploring their surroundings. If the cat keeps … [Read more...] about Stray cats
Assessing your pet’s quality of life
All owners want their pets to have the best quality of life possible; we want them to be happy, healthy and comfortable. If you are caring for an old, severely ill or terminally ill pet you may be worrying about whether their quality of life has declined and if the time has come to say goodbye. … [Read more...] about Assessing your pet’s quality of life
How to update your pet’s microchip details
Your pet's microchip may be the only way that veterinary practices or other finders have to contact you should your pet be brought to them as a stray. If the contact details are out of date, reuniting a beloved pet with their family becomes near impossible. It is also a legal requirement for the … [Read more...] about How to update your pet’s microchip details
Cardiac disease
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
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
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)
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
Ticks
What are ticks? Ticks are blood sucking insects which live on ground covered with bushes, shrubs or long grass. From there they can easily transfer to passing hosts, such as sheep, deer, cats and dogs (or even humans). They have a large grey/brown egg shaped body and 6 to 8 small legs, their … [Read more...] about Ticks
Pre-consultation calming medication
Many dogs and cats can find coming to the vets stressful despite everyone's best efforts to make the experience as calm as possible. Certain procedures can be be triggers for some patients such as having their nails clipped, having blood taken or having their ears examined. If they need to visit … [Read more...] about Pre-consultation calming medication
