Toxicities spring brings for cats and dogs
Spring time brings bluer skies, warmer weather, Easter celebrations and in general good feelings that summer is finally on the way. It is...
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laylagrimshaw
- Mar 25, 2022
- 3 min
The rise of ear-cropping in the UK
Ear cropping is illegal in the UK and involves the ear flaps being removed. The procedure is painful as it cuts through cartilage and can...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 20, 2022
- 3 min
Is grain free food all it's cracked up to be?
A grain free diet does not contain cereals which are an energy source of complex carbohydrates. Often these energy sources are replaced...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 19, 2022
- 4 min
The top 10 dog health problems I see day to day as a vet
Over the last 15 years as working as a vet there are some particular conditions I see day in day out. Sometimes the consequences of the...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 17, 2022
- 3 min
Have you got a chunky monkey?
Obesity is at an all time high in the UK, around 40% of dogs and cats are overweight. This means pets are weighing at least 10-20% more...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 16, 2022
- 2 min
Joint supplements for dogs, making movement a bit easier.
Joint supplements are often suggested by your vet to use alone or in combination with prescription medications. They are recommended in...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 13, 2022
- 4 min
Do you have a "Pandemic Pup"?
Since March 2020 there has been a dramatic increase in pet ownership. Dogs in particular were seen as a lockdown companion by millions...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 10, 2022
- 4 min
Basic puppy training for your new furry friend
Have you just got a new puppy? Are you in over your head? If you need a little help and guidance with training of your pup in the first...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 6, 2022
- 5 min
Pet insurance...it doesn't have to be a minefield
So you have been thinking about a pet for months, spent time researching and looking for the perfect pet and have finally welcomed them...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 6, 2022
- 4 min
Your new puppy's first trip to the vet
A puppy's first trip to the vet should be made as positive and enjoyable as possible. This may be their first time leaving the safety of...
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laylagrimshaw
- Feb 5, 2022
- 4 min
A day in the life of a bitch spay
This is one of the most common operations we see in practice, it is also known as neutering. The patient will arrive at the surgery and...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 26, 2022
- 5 min
The time has come to say goodbye
When the time comes for your furry friend to pass over rainbow bridge it will be incredibly upsetting. Your beloved companion is part of...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 23, 2022
- 5 min
Tips for welcoming a new puppy to the family
Getting a puppy is a great adventure for the whole family and its easy to get caught up in all the excitement. But there are challenges...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 23, 2022
- 4 min
Playing at midwife isn't always straight forward
So you have made the big decision to breed your fluffy companion, you picked out the perfect mate, have people interested in the pups,...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 20, 2022
- 4 min
A day in the life of a dog castration.
This is one of the most common operations we see in practice, it is also known as neutering. The patient will arrive at the surgery and...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 16, 2022
- 5 min
Why should I vaccinate my dog?
So you have just welcomed your new puppy to the family, every one is so excited and has fallen in love with the little beauty. Now the...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 13, 2022
- 5 min
Toxic foods you should never feed your dog
Our dogs are part of the family, we share our hearts and home with them. If mine was anything to go by, the wee monkeys want involved in...
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laylagrimshaw
- Jan 13, 2022
- 3 min
How to look after your dogs teeth
One of the most common concerns from owners is that their dog has stinky breath! I hear all too often ' wee Marley loves to snuggle up to...
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