Dogs have long been known as ‘man’s best friend’. Movies such as Turner & Hooch and K-9 have been created on the back of the partnerships man and dog have made. But, where exactly did the phrase come from? According to the History World, animal domestication started during the Ice...

Winter is a great time to escape with your four-legged friend not only can you get some fantastic deals but there is nothing better than snuggling up together in front of a toasty log burner in a cosy cottage after a long walk. Enjoy frosty strolls through magical woodland...

Managing your pet’s health through winter can ensure that they get to enjoy the season along with you. Harsh winters can bring a number of challenges and stress for pet owners. With cold weather comes darker nights, which can prove to be hazardous for your cat or dog. Curious pets...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Our pet rabbits are living longer as we learn more about how to care for them and keep them healthy. However, these requirements change as they age and we need to be able to adjust their care appropriately. When is a rabbit senior? This varies between...

In winter, like us, pets tend to spend more time inside, due to colder weather and as such may move less and get less exercise. Ensuring your pet gets the right amount of exercise whatever the weather is important for their health and quality of life. During winter months if...

On average, dogs live for around 12 years, but many live much longer as individual breeds age at different rates. Middle age for most dogs is generally considered at around seven years of age, but each breed can differ with larger dogs such as Great Danes and Mastiffs known to...

The Labrador Rescue Trust - Paul Watson, Regional Coordinator & Trustee The Labrador Rescue Trust was founded in 1988, originally named Labrador Rescue South West, due mainly to being based in the South West of England. The Trust changed its current name when granted National Status in 1993. This year,...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Our rabbits are just as prone to obesity as other companion animal species and this is a growing concern. How can we tell if they are overweight? What should we do to keep their weight healthy? Unlike most animals, there is a lot of very good, and...

A stressed cat or dog is a common concern and reason for a pet owner to visit their vet. Cats and dogs can react to stress and anxiety differently and each animal will develop the problem for their own reasons. As a pet owner, it’s important to understand your pet’s...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Animals that are small have a much lower tolerance for the extremes of temperature, as they will match the environmental changes much more rapidly. It means they can quickly become hyperthermic, even if originally from hot climates. The ideal temperature range for several common small mammal...