People often talk about over-excitable, ill-mannered horses, but what can you do with lazy or stubborn horses that can’t, or won’t, do as you want them to? Why are some horses ‘lazy’? There are several reasons why a horse might be sluggish and unresponsive, aside from just having a laid-back personality, and it is important...
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Headshaking in horses is a common problem and one that is still largely misunderstood. In the past it’s been considered many things, from a behavioural syndrome, to more serious neurological disease. Nowadays, it is widely believed that headshaking is caused by facial pain, resulting in violent jerking and thrashing of the head. In roughly 98...
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A barking dog can be annoying, but it’s as natural for dogs to bark as it is for humans to talk. That said, when it’s excessive and seems to stem for nowhere, it can cause a lot of stress and worry. Why is my dog barking? Is my dog stressed, unhappy, ill? Before deciding on a course of action for stopping the barking, it is important to...
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If you own cats, chances are at some point you’ll have scratched your head and wondered ‘why is my cat meowing so much?’ The reasons why cats meow are numerous – some just want attention, others are born great ‘talkers' and, sometimes, meowing is the first sign of a problem. Whatever the cause, excessive meowing shoul...
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Sweet itch in horses is a frustrating, recurring skin condition caused by insect bites, most commonly midges. This vet-approved guide explains what sweet itch is, what it looks like, early signs to watch for, and the most effective ways to treat and prevent it. Key Takeaways Sweet itch in horses is an allergic reaction to midge bites, not a c...
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Dental care for your dog’s teeth is one of the most important - and most overlooked - parts of keeping your dog healthy. From bad breath to painful dental disease, a simple daily routine can make a huge difference to your dog’s comfort and long-term wellbeing. Key Takeaways Dental health is essential to overall health: Poor oral hy...
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Urinary problems are something we tend to associate more with cats than dogs, but a great many dogs suffer with urinary tract disease, and often the problem is recurring. Stress is often to blame for inducing urinary disease in cats, but in dogs the cause is sometimes harder to pinpoint. Multiple components can be at play – some, such as diet...
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With Alabama Rot featuring heavily in the news of late, let’s answer the questions we’ve all been asking. What is it? Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy, or Alabama Rot, is a serious disease with a 90% mortality rate in dogs. It is characterised by painful skin lesions and organ failure. When...
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There’s no denying the difficulty in not over-feeding a beloved dog, especially when they gaze up at you with those big puppy dog eyes and ask for ‘just one more treat.’ According to a recent study which looked at knowledge of nutrition amongst UK dog owners, roughly 90% admitted to not knowing how many calories their dog needed,...
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Sensitive to a number of stressors, horses get depressed just as easily as cats and dogs. Prolonged stress can lead to gradual withdrawal and decline in horses, whether caused by environmental triggers or chronic pain. But how do you know if your horse is depressed? Spotting depression: Identifying a depressed horse is usually very easy, as is iden...
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