We have an article published in August’s Vet Record, discussing 255 cases of bone meal ingestion in dogs. Bone meal is a widely used fertiliser, and its ingestion in dogs is common, presumably because they are attracted by the odour. In a case series of 255 cases reported to the [...]
With the end of summer comes the season of autumn fruits including cherry laurel, conkers, rowan and acorns (above). Pets, particularly dogs often eat fallen fruit and ingestion of any plant material can cause gastrointestinal signs. Some fruits such as acorns and conkers also pose a risk of gastrointestinal obstruction. [...]
Guinea Pig Awareness Week, or GPAW, is back this year from September 19th-23rd. Endorsed by the British Veterinary Association and British Small Animal Veterinary Association, the week covers the five welfare needs of our guinea pigs. There will be activities dedicated to improving the health and welfare of guinea pigs; [...]
National Marine Week is the Wildlife Trusts’ nationwide celebration of all things marine. Despite the name, it lasts 15 fun-filled days to allow for the variation in tide times around the country. Two common enquiries we receive relating to the sea involve seawater and jellyfish. Seawater has a salinity of [...]
International Cat Day on August 8th, provides us with 24 hours of recognition and appreciation for one of humanities oldest and most beloved pets. It is a day to raise awareness for cats and their care, and learn about ways to help and protect them. This year, custodianship of International Cat [...]
The RVC is regularly updating the information on the outbreak of pancytopenia in cats. There have been more than 520 cases reported with a fatality rate of more than 60%. FAQs for owners and vets are available on the RVC website. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued a statement stating that mycotoxins have [...]
National Meadows Day is an annual celebration of wildflower meadows across the UK, which this year falls on the 2nd July. Around this time of year we tend to get an increase in the number of hogweed (Heracleum species) poisoning cases received. Heracleum is a genus of biennial and perennial herbs in the [...]
Research published in June’s Vet Record discusses the attitudes and perceptions of vet professionals towards ADR reporting. A survey was designed by the research team and advertised widely through conventional and social media and at several conferences. In total, 260 respondents completed the survey, including 210 veterinary surgeons, 49 veterinary nurses [...]
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued a warning to pet owners in the Southwest to take extra precautions when walking dogs around freshwater, following the death of a dog from suspected blue green algae poisoning. With the warmer weather conditions, concerns have been raised about an increased risk of toxic [...]
This year, 27th June marks the beginning of Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW). Endorsed by the British Veterinary Association and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association, this year marks the 16th RAW. With their inquisitive and social nature, rabbits are an increasingly popular choice of pet. This year, the VPIS have already [...]
