Sleep is a magical mysterious thing that we simply can’t do without. The mechanism by which one falls asleep is still a little bit of a puzzle, as is the exact mechanism of waking up. There has been a lot of research into sleep disorders in people over the last few years with wonderful work…
DetailsI regularly do talks at schools as part of the AVA PetPEP programme which aims to teach children about responsible pet ownership and safety around pets. An important part of the discussion with the children involves talking about how to keep pets healthy and providing for their needs. I always have lots of enthusiastic responses…
DetailsAt last it’s starting to get a bit cooler and we can finally, justifiably, start snuggling up on the couch with hot chocolate and a warm blanket surrounded by our darling ‘fur kids’ – even those cats that are often aloof and not into ‘that cuddling business’, may allow you a pat when they come…
DetailsHeartworm is a revolting parasite that lives in the heart and great vessels of infected animals. The adult worms can be as long as 30cm and as wide as 2cm! And you can imagine that just one of those would be a bad idea, never mind several at once. So how does a pet…
DetailsPets are a lot like kids – they can do the darnedest things! I’m sure you’ve heard of pets eating stashes of chocolate, getting a bone stuck in their jaws or throats, running through hot coals whilst camping… The list is seemingly endless. Unfortunately as humans, we think of pets as being so different from…
DetailsAnyone with a new pup would have to agree that there are a million things they love about their little cute ball of wrinkly skin and puppy breath! However, I’m pretty sure that cleaning up ‘accidents’ in the house are not favourite activities…. Before we get into the ‘How To’s” there are a couple of…
DetailsEver come home to find your fur pal missing? Gone on a walk and “Scruff” has chased a water dragon miles away and not come back when you called? A visitor or delivery man left the gate open and “Pixie” disappeared? Got a pet that acts like he’s “The Midnight Wrangler” and roams the neighbourhood?…
DetailsLooking to celebrate Easter with your sweet pooch or kitty? Stay AWAY from the chocolate, but share some of these yummies – in moderation… For Dogs: Line a kong or other ‘busy” toy with peanut butter Hide some liver treats on a cardboard box Mash banana with a little squirt of honey and small spoon…
DetailsI have had a lovely couple of weeks where I’ve been going to primary schools to talk about Caring for Pets and The Role of a Vet. I have had a fabulous time and the kids have been such little stars – I’ve really had fun. It’s been part of the AVA Pet PEP…
DetailsThere has been a lot of debate in the public sphere over the last few years about vaccines and whether they are necessary or not. My simple answer is: ABSOLUTELY YES! I have worked with pets from all sorts of backgrounds – pure-bred champion show-stock to ‘pavement specials’. I have also had clients who have…
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