The transition from a pet’s vibrant adult years to their "frosty-faced" senior era is rarely a sudden event. It is usually a slow, steady shift. Small changes in behaviour and daily habits might be so…

Finding a lump on your dog is often a cause for concern, but there are many kinds of lumps, bumps, spots and dots that a dog can develop on their skin. One unusual kind is a canine inverted papilloma, or endophytic papil…

It is always an exciting time to get a new canine companion. With so many breeds to choose from, it is worth taking the time to learn about any prospective breed and how they might fit into your family and life. Whippets…

Prostate disease is often thought of as a human medical issue; however, prostate problems are surprisingly common in dogs too, particularly in entire (unneutered) males as they get older. The prostate gland can be affect…

Cats have long been thought of as quite mysterious animals, right back to the time of the Ancient Egyptians when cats were believed to be magical and able to bring good luck to those who had one in their house. Not only…

Hamsters and Gerbils are common small pets in the UK, with an estimated 900,000 UK households owning a pet Hamster in 2023 and 300,000 owning a pet Gerbil. Knowing what to feed your pet hamster or gerbil is rea…