Quick-thinking staff at Village Vet in Cambridgeshire needed all their problem solving and communication skills to avert a life-threatening situation for a seriously ill dog.   Eleven-year-old Shiba Inu, called Turkey, needed urgent treatment for Addison’s disease, a potentially life-threatening disorder of the adrenal glands. However, the team at Village Vet in Cambridge ran into… Read more »

Pet antibiotic resistance – how can we safeguard our future? What does antibiotic resistance mean? Antibiotics can be effective at treating bacterial infections. However, over time bacteria can evolve to become resistant to some antibiotics, making them less effective. The more we use antibiotics then the more quickly bacteria may adapt.

Alabama Rot, also known as Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy (CRGV), is a rare but serious and potentially life-threatening disease that affects dogs. While it’s relatively rare, it’s crucial for dog owners to be aware of this condition, understand what it is, and learn how to protect their furry companions from it. In this blog,… Read more »

Navigating autumn’s hidden hazards: Can dogs eat conkers? As the vibrant autumn leaves begin to fall, our canine companions eagerly join us in exploring the wonders of autumn. Amidst this picturesque backdrop, one common autumn sight is the iconic conker – the intriguing, shiny chestnut-like seed from horse chestnut trees. Conkers possess a charming allure… Read more »

An overjoyed cat lover has described the magical moment when she was reunited with her missing moggy seven weeks after he had mysteriously disappeared.   Roxane Liddell, from North London, had searched endlessly for five-year-old Mart, putting up posters highlighting his disappearance online and regularly driving around the local area calling out his name.   She admitted… Read more »

Bringing a new puppy into your home can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it’s important to be prepared for the behaviours that may come with it. Here are 7 behaviours to look out for in a new puppy, to get you better prepared for your new family addition… Chewing Puppies have a natural… Read more »