If you are planning to travel with your dog outside of the UK, it is important to be aware of potential health risks that your dog may not encounter at home. There are many serious diseases that are endemic in mainland Europe but are rarely seen in the UK, such as Brucella canis and Leishmaniasis. … [Read more...] about Travel health advice for your dog
What to consider when adopting a foreign rescue
There are many UK based charities which focus on importing dogs in need of loving homes from outside the UK. Getting any pet is a huge commitment and there are some extra considerations to make if you decide to adopt an imported dog. Particularly, there are some canine diseases which are prevalent … [Read more...] about What to consider when adopting a foreign rescue
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
Arthritis management
Dogs are living healthier, happier lives thanks to innovations in veterinary medicine and a greater understanding of their health needs from owners. There is so much we can do now for dogs diagnosed with arthritis, from new medications and complementary therapies to joint supplements. As well as … [Read more...] about Arthritis management
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 If the contact details are out of date, reuniting a beloved pet with their family becomes near impossible.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
Cruciate Ligament Disease or Injury
What is the cranial cruciate ligament? The cranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) in dogs is a band of tough fibrous tissue that attaches the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone), preventing the tibia from shifting forward relative to the femur. It also helps to prevent the stifle (knee) joint … [Read more...] about Cruciate Ligament Disease or Injury
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
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
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
