Charities come together to meet increasing demand for pet food amidst cost of living crisis
Food redistribution charity FareShare is working in collaboration with a number of charities and food producers to help pet owners feed their animals amidst the cost of living crisis. Although more than 300,000 meals have been provided so far, there are growing concerns amongst charity directors that further donations will be required to meet increasing […]
Top tips to share with your clients: senior pets
While ageing is a natural part of life, it can be hard to watch your fluffy friend grow up – especially when they are no longer able to do the things they used to. We all want our pet’s final years to be full of happy memories and that’s why we’ve put together this article […]
Calls for social media to ban animal cruelty content
Campaigners have called for the government to take animal cruelty content seriously when it introduces its Online Safety Bill. Animal groups, including Wildlife and Countryside Link, the Badger Trust, the AfA Social Media Animal Cruelty Coalition and World Animal Protection, have drawn attention to the alarming number of videos depicting animal abuse online. One of […]
New Year’s resolutions for a healthier pet!
So you’ve finished writing down your goals for the new year, and you’re looking forward to starting afresh – but have you considered how you could help improve your pet’s life in 2023? In this blog, we share ideas for New Year’s resolutions for a healthier pet! Regular grooming Make the effort in […]
New technology can detect cancer in dogs with up to 98% accuracy
A new technology which can detect lumps in dogs within a matter of minutes has been rolled out in the UK. The device, which was developed by the Israeli company HTVet, can identify whether the mass is either harmful or benign, with up to 98% accuracy. It works by providing a thermal image […]
How to ‘pet-proof’ your home this Christmas
Christmas is almost here – but before you transform your home into Santa’s grotto, it’s important to be weary of the potential threats the festive season can bring to pets in the house. In this blog, we cover how best to safeguard your pets this winter. Potential dangers and how to avoid them… New people […]
Plea for new PM to prioritise animal welfare legislation
Recently appointed prime minister Rishi Sunak has been urged by the BVA president Malcom Morley to prioritise animal welfare legislation. Having long awaited government attention, the bill is set to address some of the most pressing animal health and welfare issues in the UK. It will include introducing measures on ear cropping, puppy smuggling, importation […]
5 ways to keep your pet calm on bonfire night
Remember, remember [your pets on] the 5th of November! Bonfire night is fast approaching so it’s good practice to inform your clients about how they can keep their pets calm on this evening of celebration. The loud bangs of fireworks can be traumatic and distressing for pets and surrounding wildlife due to their sensitivity […]
Why the cost of living crisis is putting animals at risk
Animals across the UK are being put at risk by the cost of living crisis as veterinary practices and pet owners face rising energy bills. Not only is it becoming increasingly expensive to run a functioning veterinary practice, but also to stock the necessary equipment and medicines. Ongoing staffing shortages are adding to […]
How can vets get involved with the #CutTheCrop Campaign
Ear cropping is an illegal mutilation where part of a dog’s ears are cut or removed for aesthetic purposes. In this blog, we explore why this cruel procedure should be banned and how you can help take a stand. Why should it be banned? This barbaric procedure is often carried out without anaesthesia and […]