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Staffordshire pets can breathe easy thanks to vets’ fire service donation
A STOKE veterinary practice has donated specialist pet breathing equipment to Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, which firefighters can use to save the lives of dogs, cats, rabbits and other small animals that have been caught up in fires.
Jul 292 min read


Spring in his step: Spaniel's leg saved in rarely performed operation
A BELOVED family dog’s leg has been saved after veterinary specialists performed a rare and complex operation.
Jul 174 min read


Government issues urgent warning over toxic chemicals in fake medicines
Pet owners warned over toxic chemicals in fake animal medicine.
Jul 164 min read


Wildcats enjoying life in forever homes after rescue
Rescued wildcats enjoying life in forever homes.
Jul 112 min read


Introducing a new cat or kitten to your cat
Introducing cats is not necessarily an easy ride. Find out here how to give yourself the best shot at helping them to live together...
Dec 19, 20246 min read


From the Durrells to donkeys
Alexia Yiannouli learns how Corfu Donkey Rescue came to be and finds out about plans for the future of veterinary care on the island......
Sep 26, 20245 min read


Animal assist: the veterinary nurse making a difference in SE Asia
Olivia Pozzan talks to veterinary nurse Casey Woodward about her work with sun bears in south-east Asia... Founder of animal charity...
Aug 31, 20246 min read


Is veterinary nursing your future career?
Ever wondered if a career in veterinary nursing is right for you?
Aug 2, 20245 min read


Animal charities’ reminder to XL bully owners ahead of neutering deadline
XL bully owners need to take action now to ensure they comply with legislation...
Jun 6, 20242 min read


FAQs – microchipping your cats
As compulsory cat microchipping comes into force, we look at some of the most frequently-asked questions...
Jun 6, 20243 min read


New association of pet bereavement counsellors
A new Association of Pet Bereavement Counsellors, launched in March 2024, is to introduce (self) governance to those who offer a pet...
Mar 24, 20242 min read


Purina supports StreetVet as demand soars by over 300%
Purina has announced a programme of support for UK charity StreetVet which “is facing unprecedented demand” for its services. In addition...
Mar 23, 20243 min read


Ethical canine connections with MyPetBond
Enterprising Irish vet Dr Tim Kirby hopes his new venture, MyPetBond, will become the go-to platform for a safe and professionally...
Mar 23, 20241 min read


Urethral obstruction in cats – how to spot it and what to do about it
By April Murphy, RVN, ISFMCert, FN Urethral obstruction is a condition mainly seen in male cats because their urethra is long and narrow,...
Mar 23, 20245 min read


Out and about – going mobile in Manchester and Cheshire
An enterprising vet has transformed ‘an ordinary van’ into a fully-equipped veterinary surgery, now operating in and around Manchester...
Mar 5, 20241 min read


Free books for Scottish primary schools
Every Scottish primary school has being given a free copy of Shona the Vet, a picture book written and illustrated by a vet from Moray,...
Mar 5, 20242 min read


Pet psychics – a veterinary reading
By Dr Chris Shivelton Queen I talk to animals. There, I’ve said it. I’ve always talked to them, ever since I was a young child and still...
Mar 5, 20246 min read


Be a virtual vet!
VetVR, created by the team at US-based Leikos Studio, lets you try being a vet in the virtual space...
Mar 1, 20244 min read


Euthanasia – the last appointment
It’s the saddest trip to the vet. Carrie Kearns details what you can expect and also some ways to deal with the inevitable grief…
Mar 1, 20244 min read


Arlo bounces back!
When Arlo, a Springer Spaniel, was playing fetch with his owners during their regular Sunday afternoon walk through Jesmond Dene in...
Mar 1, 20242 min read
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