Arthritis in dogs is a common health issue with a reported 1.2 million dogs in the UK thought to suffer with the disease. The degenerative disease is mostly seen in older dogs, but can also affect younger dogs active dogs or as a result of an injury. There are some...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut Degus are becoming more popular and can be fun and sociable pets but have some very specific care requirements. The degu is a rodent, fairly closely related to the guinea pig and the chinchilla. They can live until 8-9 years of age when cared for correctly...

National assistance dog charity, Canine Partners celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year (2020). However the Coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic has brought the charity many challenges when it comes to training assistance dogs for people living with physical disabilities across the UK. Canine Partners and many charities in the UK need...

We all love our dogs and would be more than happy to spend 24 hours a day in their company. However, with work commitments, that is not always possible, and some dogs can become anxious when left alone, for even just a few hours. If you have a new dog,...

Whether your dog is afraid of stairs or loves running up and down them, it’s important that dog owners ensure their stairs are safe for their beloved canine friends. Over 4,000 people are searching online for ‘dog gate for stairs’ a month which highlights that dog stair safety is a...

We all hope that our pets will have a long and healthy life. Unfortunately, like humans, some dogs and cats can experience a decline in cognitive function as they age. Old age is inevitable, and some degree of age-related neurodegeneration could happen along the way, which is why early supplementation...

The liver is an important organ with many functions including the digestion and conversion of nutrients, the removal of toxins from the blood, and the storage of vitamins and minerals. Maintaining a healthy liver in dogs and cats is vital for an animal’s general health and recovery. The liver plays...

As a pet owner it is important to understand how to support and maintain healthy digestive function for your cat or dog to prevent unwanted trips to the vet. Dogs are especially curious and can pick up objects they shouldn’t. Maintaining healthy digestive function helps your pet to live a...

Spring is a warm welcome from the cold wintry days of the last few months, and we’re not the only ones pleased to turn our back on colder days. Warmer weather and lighter evenings in Spring mean that pets generally spend more time outside, either exploring the garden or...

By Emma Purnell RVN Cert.Nut. Ferrets can be cheeky and sociable pets but have specific care requirements that must be met to keep them happy and healthy. They usually have a lifespan of 8 -10 years so are a long-term commitment. Male ferrets are known as hobs, females are jills. Unneutered...