One of the key lessons the pandemic has taught many us, is that separation anxiety is an extremely stressful thing to experience; for both dog and owner. In one of my past blogs I talked about how loc...
Read ArticleMoving home is one of life's most stressful events for us humans but imagine the confusion and stress our pets must feel when faced with these huge changes. As an owner you have some additional consi...
Read ArticleThis blog is all about how to keep your dog's ears happy, healthy and clean. Ear issues can be pretty miserable for dogs. They can cause pain and discomfort, affect their balance and can even affec...
Read ArticleYou might know the phrase, but what do you really know about our feline companions’ most distinguished facial features? They are of course super cute, however, they serve several incredibly important...
Read ArticleCats love to be clean and in all likelihood, you will see your cat groom themselves quite often, but it isn’t just to keep those fabulous coats dirt free. Grooming is such an important part of a cat's...
Read ArticleIn my ‘How To…’ series I will be providing advice on how to provide routine health care for your dog from the comfort of your home. This post is all about keeping your dog's teeth in tip top cond...
Read ArticleWhen it comes to travelling in a car we automatically buckle up? However, many owners still don’t secure their dogs when travelling which puts lives at risk. A restraint will not just provide you...
Read ArticleIn my ‘How To…’ series I will be providing top tips to help you with your dog’s health care from the comfort of home. Next up in this series is How To...give your dog tablets. As a dog owner y...
Read ArticleIn my ‘How To…’ series I will be providing advice on how to perform some routine health care to your dog from the comfort of your home. This post has all the top tips to getting those claws clippe...
Read ArticleWhy do dogs have tails? Lets face it, they are a pretty cute appendage and for many breeds their tail is a core ‘waggy’ feature. But the doggy tail does more than just define the breed and it’s cutene...
Read ArticleHave you ever wondered what the world looks like through our dog’s eyes? Are they truly colourblind? Can they really see in the dark? Well, scientists have studied the eyes and behaviour of dogs and h...
Read ArticleBringing a new kitten home is an exciting time! Cats provide unique companionship but being a cat parent can be good for your health too. Research shows that they can help lower stress and anxiety,...
Read ArticleDuring the pandemic we have had to stay at home more than ever before. It’s unsurprising therefore that many people have thought that this is as good a time as any to get a dog and 2020 did indeed se...
Read ArticleYou would expect that having owners home more has been a giant bonus for our dogs, and for the most part this is true. However, the impacts of lockdown suggest that some worrying behaviours are emergi...
Read ArticleIt would be fair to say the pandemic has hit us all hard, especially when it comes to our daily routine. The same can be said about our feline friends, the truth is it has been pretty overwhelming...
Read ArticleLike many other essential services, veterinary practices are impacted by the varying levels of restrictions imposed by the pandemic. This means that owners need to be aware of important pet health ca...
Read ArticleThe ongoing restrictions we’ve seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, continue to cause disruption to both our’s and our dog’s lives. The snack cupboard for many has swung on its hinges more times than it...
Read ArticleLife during the pandemic has resulted in lots of changes and disruptions to our regular routines so we need to constantly adapt to keep ourselves and our pets happy and healthy. Most would agree tha...
Read ArticleOne of the biggest misconceptions is that all dogs love water and are born knowing how to swim; this is a myth. Just like humans, dogs can be put into three categories when it comes to swimming. Those...
Read ArticleNow I’m never one to complain about the glorious sunny weather that we rarely see in the UK, but the rise in temperature comes with a warning for our furry pets. As humans it’s easy to forget that our...
Read ArticleIt is any pet owners worst fear … that gut wrenching feeling when a beloved pet goes missing. Sadly this occurrence happens more often than you may think. The Kennel Club reported that there are curre...
Read ArticleFelines can be complex creatures with peculiar eating habits that can often make no sense to their owners. Some cats seem to be perpetually hungry and are always asking for food whereas others seem s...
Read ArticleWhen you think of endangered species what comes to mind? The black rhino? Or perhaps the Bornean Orang-utan? It’s unlikely you would immediately think if dogs, but believe it or not there are a consid...
Read ArticleOn April 6th 2020, after years of campaigning, Lucy’s Law was passed. Heralded as one of the most significant pieces of legislation for pet welfare, this law is a huge step forward in the battle to en...
Read ArticleSo what is the purpose of a weekly MOT for your dog and what should you be looking for? As a vet, people often ask me whether I wish dogs could talk and tell me what’s wrong or where they feel poor...
Read ArticleDoes your cat vanish into thin air as soon as the cat basket appears? Is it a battle of wills to get them in to their carrier with one of you (usually you) coming off worse than before you started?...
Read ArticleIf you love to enjoy the great outdoors with your dog, then these are some of the most common emergencies you should be aware of. Dog Bites Occasionlly dogs have disagreements from time to tim...
Read ArticleWe all know that a dog’s sense of smell is their strongest but their sense of hearing is also truly remarkable. Understanding more about doggy hearing can help us to understand more about canine beha...
Read ArticleVisual impairment and blindness is actually quite common in dogs, especially as they age, but dogs can cope surprisingly well with a loss of vision, much better than humans can. This is because sight...
Read ArticleAfter urine marking, cats scratching the furniture or carpet, is the second most ‘anti-social’ behaviour that cat owner’s encounter. What many people do not realise however is that this is completely...
Read ArticleThat festive time of year is nearly upon us, which means our homes will soon be full of people, food and decorations. Whilst the holidays are usually fun and family filled, it’s worth acknowledging t...
Read ArticleWe love our dogs and we love to treat them, so why not do it by baking a yummy dog-friendly cake or some healthy homemade treats. There are lot of recipes out there on the web but here is one of my tr...
Read ArticleMany UK pet owners regularly travel with their pets abroad and for many years we have worked with clear rules that allow us to prepare for pet travel relatively easily. However, Brexit gives us a fre...
Read ArticleIt can often be overlooked but it is so important to make appropriate changes and be prepared to adapt when our pets transition into old age. This is especially true of cats, of which are the ultimate...
Read ArticleMost owners know that they need to get their dogs vaccines done every year and vets will send out handy reminders to make sure you don’t miss these annual appointments. But do you know why these visi...
Read ArticleI’ve worked many years as an emergency vet so I’ve seen dogs being rushed to the hospital in all sorts of situations. One of the most frightening things to witness as an owner, is seeing your dog havi...
Read ArticleAre you able to confidently spot signs of stress that your dog or others might be giving off in everyday situations? Some people answer this and say, “Yeah! It’s all in their tail…” Well have I...
Read ArticleIt’s not always necessarily true, but generally most dogs are food motivated. Therefor food can be a really good way to get a dog to like you and eventually even perhaps love you. But to gain a dog’s...
Read ArticleSocialising your puppy is so important. Put the effort in to start, do it well, and you will have a happy, confidant dog. There is a small window and if you miss it or go about it in the wrong way you...
Read ArticleWe have all experienced the antisocial that dog that incessantly barks whilst out for walks, usually accompanied by a very stressed and frustrated owner! If that owner is you, then read on as we may...
Read ArticleThere is no doubt that dogs have an essential role in human society and certain working dogs are very well known for their essential contribution in the civil, military and support communities. Howeve...
Read ArticleWhat is Positive Reinforcement? You may have heard it in recent years being referred to in relation to animal training and you’re actually wondering what on earth it is….. Clients often ask how the...
Read ArticleDogs come in all shapes and sizes and we love them for all of their unique looks and personalities. Some dogs, however, have special qualities that enable them to enhance their owner’s quality of life...
Read ArticleLet me start by introducing myself. My name is Oli Juste, I am a Dog Trainer & Behaviourist based in Central London. I am thrilled to be writing a series of Blogs with the Engraving Studios on a som...
Read ArticleOne of the scariest things any pet owner can experience is an accident that results in a wound, particularly one that is accompanied with bleeding. Some of the most common injuries that occur for dog...
Read ArticleYou hear the distinctive calling wail of your cat, a thud at the cat flap and you already know you are about to be presented with an unwanted gift. You don’t want to look, but you know you have too. I...
Read ArticleTo neuter or not to neuter? If you don’t intend to breed from your dog, then most vets in the UK would recommend that you get them neutered. Vets are generally very pro-neutering, mainly because they...
Read ArticleShort hair, long hair, and coarse hair! However they wear it, our dogs are covered in hair and taking care of it should form part of their regular healthcare routine. Regular grooming is great for th...
Read ArticleWhen it comes to problems with our feline friends one of the biggest issues owners come to me with is urine spraying. Why does it happen? And more importantly how can you help prevent it? Cats are...
Read ArticlePreventive Measures to Look After Your Dog’s Teeth When it comes to caring for our canine companions teeth their oral hygiene and dental care is just as important as our own. Just like humans,...
Read ArticleMost dogs will naturally seek out company and in fact companionship is one of the five welfare needs that dogs require to be truly healthy and happy. However, it is inevitable, especially in modern s...
Read ArticleBringing a new dog into the home can be a really exciting time for the whole family and can truly change the dynamics of everyone’s lives. There are some basic steps to consider in order to make the...
Read ArticleDogs and the Law We all want to be responsible dog parents and make good choices for our little ones. What many owners don’t realise however is that there are some quite specific laws around dog o...
Read ArticleUsing massage is a well-known form of therapy in a number of musculoskeletal conditions in dogs. Animal physiotherapists for example, use a combination of techniques in order to relieve muscle spasm...
Read ArticleWe hear more and more frequently about obesity in dogs and the effects it has on both pet and owner. However, our feline friends are just as prone to piling on the pounds and in cats, this can actuall...
Read ArticleWe have been taking care of domesticated dogs for thousands of years so we’ve had plenty of practice feeding them. However, as a vet I still get asked loads of questions on which diet an owner should...
Read ArticleThe thought of our four legged friends getting older can be sad for many pet owners and we can often be in a state of denial about our devoted companions losing their youth, vitality and their health....
Read ArticleWhen it comes to our feline friends the general rule is that they are most at ease flying solo. This is because cats instinctively prefer their own company. This doesn’t mean you can only have one cat...
Read ArticleWe often get asked "what should I have engraved on my dog tags?" There is not only a legal requirement but a couple of options that you may want to consider; The control of dogs law order 1992 stat...
Read ArticleIf you are thinking of seeking out a bit of sun this summer, why not take your pooch along for the ride! It’s getting a lot easier to take your four legged friends along and a dog friendly holiday usu...
Read ArticleHave you ever wanted a dog but felt that you just don’t have the time or money? Maybe you’ve thought about getting a rescue or a puppy but you are worried about the huge commitment that having a dog...
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