Spring is a sign of a new start. It is a season of fluorescent and festivities. After an extended horizon of winters and autumn, spring is warmly welcomed by everyone worldwide. Many communities also welcome spring with cultural norms. They celebrate the start of this season as part of their culture and religion. At the…
Any dog owner in England cannot fail to have noticed that, by law, their Dog must be microchipped by 6 April 2016. This has been introduced for many reasons, from encouraging better dog ownership to helping reunite lost or stolen dogs with their owners. What does the law say? All dog owners in England, Scotland…
With less routine maintenance, winter is a great time to take stock of your garden and plan changes to accommodate your pet. Simple Checks, e.g., fences are in good condition, are essential, but much as we love our best friends, dogs can wreak havoc in our gardens. Making your garden fit for your pet Most…
There’s nothing worse than knowing your best friend is suffering, and we’ve put together a pretty thorough First section to help you look after them. This time we’re going to look at a pretty common problem. Parasites come in many shapes, and we’d say sizes, but the truth is they all tend to be quite…
Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats – Lift that Lip!! Mrs Miggins (name has been changed to protect the innocent!!) is a loving pet owner. Her two cats, Salt and Pepper, and her dog Bruno (names have also been changed!) are regular visitors to the vets but do not need to come frequently. We see…
Valentine’s Day looks harmless on the surface. Flowers arrive. Chocolates appear on tables. Cards, balloons and shiny wrapping get left around the house. Plans change. Visitors come and go. For dogs, that combination can create real risk. I see it every year. Not because people are careless, but because Valentine’s Day hazards are not obvious…
Chinese New Year is a huge celebration in communities around the world, not just in China, and with a high population of Chinese communities in London and the UK, it’s no wonder that there are numerous planned celebrations for the12th February 2021 to greet the Chinese New Year in style. Many of these celebrations may…
I get it. You pick up a stick, your dog lights up, and you’ve got an easy game on a walk. For years, stick throwing has been sold to us as harmless, natural fun. But the truth is simple. The dangers of throwing sticks for dogs are real, and the injuries can be severe. Vets…
