What Is Feline Distemper? The formal medical name for feline distemper is feline panleukopenia. This is a disease caused by a member of the parvovirus family. This is a nasty, highly contagious and potentially fatal disease, but thankfully it is now quite rare due to vaccinations. The virus … [Read more...] about Distemper in Cats

Kennel Cough Vaccinations What is Kennel Cough (Tracheobronchitis) and how does it spread? This disease affects the delicate lining of the airways leading to a dry harsh cough, which is distressing to both patient and owner. The ‘kennel’ in kennel cough is a misleading name, as it implies that … [Read more...] about Kennel Cough

What is Calicivirus? Calicivirus is a readily transmissible disease which can cause upper respiratory infections and oral disease in cats. What are the Symptoms? These are some of the most common symptoms - Sneezing and nasal congestion Fever Drooling Discharge from eyes and mouth … [Read more...] about All About … Calicivirus in Cats

Winter Dog Walking Tips The weather has been distinctly chilly icy recently, for the second time this winter - although it looks a little warmer next week, who knows whether snow might still be round the corner. So here are our winter walking tips for all of you with dogs. Make sure both … [Read more...] about Walking Your Dog In Winter

Spotlight on Periodontal Disease What is periodontal disease? Periodontal disease is an inflammatory response to increased plaque and bacteria, which results in destruction of tissue and loss of tooth attachment. How is periodontal disease diagnosed? Periodontal disease is hard to spot on a … [Read more...] about Dental Issues

Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common disorders in cats. One in 10 cats over the age of 10 will suffer from it. So here is our guide. What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is caused by an overproduction of thyroid hormone due to an enlarged thyroid gland. What does the thyroid do? The … [Read more...] about Hyperthyroidism in Cats

Pet insurance can be difficult to understand, especially when the only time you'll need it is when you're worrying about your pet being ill. All insurance policies are different and we encourage owners to check their policy documents to be aware of what cover they have. Here are some questions … [Read more...] about Pet Insurance – FAQs