As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s important to think about the impact this has on our pets. Older dogs in particular need a little extra attention this time of year. What...
Home » All Posts » Farm animal » Why do sheep and goats have 4 stomachs? Ruminant digestion for the smallholder Sheep and goats are widely known as small ruminants; they are part of a larger...
Working out how much to feed your dog sounds super simple – and it can be. But our pets are all individuals with different metabolic needs, so it’s not always as straightforward as it sounds....
Finding the best hamster tubes and tunnels can be a challenge. It certainly put me in a foul mood when first conducting my initial search.
For instance, most tunnels and tubes aren’t suitable to...
For chicken owners who enjoy spinach as a healthy snack for its health benefits, you might be wondering: can chickens eat spinach? Yes, chickens can eat spinach!
Spinach is a healthy treat packed...
Over the Christmas period, most people are able to take a break – even if just a few days – to celebrate (or not!), relax, and recharge. This year especially, I think we all need a few “down...
Christmas advice from vets is normally quite a negative affair. We’ve written articles abound on the dangers of chocolate, mince pies and onions. And while these are important, this year we...
During this time of the year, we are faced with a huge increase in the number of ingested toxicities in both dogs and cats! Would you know what to do and how to respond if your dog ate something...
Although we love to decorate our homes for Christmas, it can be quite dangerous for pets. Cats can be attracted to shiny Christmas decorations, which they then grab, causing the tree to be pulled...
To understand why your cat rubs himself on your furniture, you first need to understand how cats socialise. They are generally independent creatures that will prefer their own company to that of...