ASK DR CLAIRE My 3 week old kitten just sleeps and drinks kitty milk. Is that normal? It’s normal for young kittens to sleep a lot. Actually it's normal for... read more →
ASK DR.CLAIRE We’re a family of four (kids aged 8 and 10). Is one or two pups better? One or two dogs is a really tough decision. There's no easy... read more →
ASK DR CLAIRE Is there the chance of our dog being poisoned by licking a surface that has been treated with a household insect spray? It depends on the spray... read more →
Just as we do, dogs need daily attention to keep their mouths clean and free of foul odour producing bacteria and tartar. Healthy mouths not only make those close cuddles... read more →
Here’s the top 6 doggie dangers at Christmas as polled by the Vets at Vetchat. 1. Human food that’s toxic to dogs Chocolate, plum pudding, Christmas cake, stuffing for meats,... read more →
As a Vet, I see the benefits of fresh food diets for many pets. Increasingly pet carers are choosing fresh food diets and some using raw food as part of... read more →
Have you ever had a look into your pet's adoring eyes only to discover there is something 'not quite right'? What should you do? Can you treat it at home?... read more →
This mental health week let’s look at, and celebrate 4 ways that pets improve our mental health. As a Vet and carer to my beautiful Kelpie Red, the following holds... read more →
Some cats just love to lick their owners. Hands, ears, toes, hair- nothing is off limits! But why? It would be really nice if we could ask our kitties this... read more →
Mushrooms can make your dog really sick when they are eaten, and even cause the loss of your beloved pet. There are many species of mushrooms, and many of these... read more →
The concept of 'healthy weight' can be confusing for humans and animals alike. Mostly, because we are all individuals with slightly (or hugely) differing nutritional requirements when it comes to... read more →
Whilst very disagreeable to us, many dogs and cats will eat their own (or others) poop. So why do they do it? Well popular belief is that it indicates there’s... read more →
Cleaning up after your pet is largely voluntary and when no-one is looking, some people can get a little lazy. Here are 5 reasons to share if anyone is in any... read more →
If you’ve got a dog, it’s very likely that you take them in the car for a trip down the street, or even further afield on an adventure. Whether the... read more →
All dog lovers surely have experience with brown patches of grass over the lawn in their dog’s favourite pee spots, but do you know why it happens? Well, the answer... read more →