On 1st February 2024, a ban on owning XL bully type dogs came into force across the UK. Owners who wished to keep their XL bully type dog legally, had to apply for exemption, which came with a long li…

Calcium is an essential electrolyte for various bodily processes. Abnormal levels of calcium in your pet's blood can be a sign that something is going wrong. An elevation may occur alongside certain types of cancer, an i…

As veterinary surgeons, we are increasingly aware of the financial pressures facing our clients. Conversations about costs are now a routine part of clinical practice, taking up not an insignificant par…

Rottweilers are widely recognised as powerful, loyal, and intelligent dogs. They are often praised for their devotion to their families and their calm, confident nature. At the same time, they are frequently me…

If you have noticed a soft swelling appearing under your pet’s jaw or tongue, it can understandably be worrying. One possible cause of this type of lump is something called a salivary mucocoele. While the…

Raw diets for dogs and cats have been growing in popularity in the UK over the past decade. Many pet owners choose raw feeding because they believe it is a more ‘natural’ way of feeding their pet or closer to what animal…