The law around microchipping cats is changing meaning if your feline family member isn’t microchipped by summer 2024, you could face a fine of up to £500. The 2022 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report found that 76% of cats were already microchipped. Out of those who were not, 27% of...

Your dog’s poo can reveal a lot about their health and as a pet owner it’s important to know what to look out for and how to identify any potential issues. Diet and lifestyle are the biggest factors when it comes to keeping your dog’s insides happy and healthy....

Spring is a lovely time of year where many families take advantage of warmer weather and longer days to enjoy more time outdoors. Many homes across the country will be filled with delicious treats and colourful blooms that are often seen at this time of year.   It’s important to look...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Guinea pigs can make wonderful pets, but they tend to hide any illness or injury until it is severe. If you see any of these signs in your guinea pig it is an emergency, and you need to seek veterinary care as soon as possible. Anorexia Guinea...

Getting a dog can be fun and exciting, but there are some parts of owning a dog which can be unpleasant. This includes unblocking their anal glands if the need arises. But, what are anal glands and why do dogs have them? We look closer at them and why problems...

Dog trainer and behaviourist for tails.com working with PPL PRS With the rise in first time dog ownership from the pandemic, new insights show that 34% of UK households currently own a dog. So, making sure our pets are properly trained is a top priority – with PetKeen.com finding that...

Just like us it’s important for our four-legged friends to follow a daily dental routine. Pet’s teeth have a lot of work to do, if they aren’t properly cared for, it can cause problems. Poor dental care doesn’t just affect your pet’s mouth, the bacteria generated by gum disease could...

Arthritis in dogs is a common health issue, which can affect both dogs and cats. The term arthritis simply means inflammation of the joints and can be caused by general wear and tear due to age. Pets can’t directly tell you that they are suffering, but subtle changes in their...

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Ferrets can make fun and engaging pets but do have some very specific dietary needs which need to be taken into consideration. Ferrets are classed as obligate carnivores – this means that they must have meat as the core of their diet and cannot be...

Anxiety can affect all breeds of dogs and even though some pets only experience anxiety at certain times of the year or in specific situations, if untreated it can cause behavioural issues. Understanding the root cause of your dog’s anxiety can help with treatment and improve their behaviour in the...