Joint health is essential for every horse, from leisure companions to high-performance athletes. But many owners still ask: what is the best joint supplement for horses? With such a wide range of products available in the UK, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. This guide explains what to look for, when to start, and how joint supplements...
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If you have small animals, you will know the importance of regular hutch and cage cleaning. While it probably isn’t something you look forward to, it’s a necessary evil for a happy and healthy pet. The longer the habitat goes without being cleaned, the more it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. Over time, this can be harmful to y...
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Behavioural problems in caged and aviary birds are relatively common and tend to occur for several reasons e.g. because of boredom, cage issues (lack of natural light, poor size and thoughtless positioning), fear, sleep deprivation or illness. Trying to resolve bad behaviours once learned is a difficult task and they are better approached with an u...
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What is it? Toxocariasis is a parasitic disease caused by Toxocara canis or T. cati roundworms commonly found in the digestive tracts of dogs and cats. Toxocariasis is a classified zoonosis that is easily spread to humans who don’t observe good hygiene when handling their pets or fail to keep up-to-date with worming. The parasite responsible...
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It’s something that many cat owners ask – does my cat need vaccinating? And are yearly boosters necessary? Particularly if they’re talking about an indoors-only cat with no exposure to the outside world. Cat owners are supposedly 30% less likely to visit their vet than dog owners, which includes keeping up-to-date with vaccination...
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If you have a dog or cat with a skin complaint, you will know how distressing they can be and how difficult they are to treat. In fact, skin problems are often described as a vet’s ‘worst nightmare’ and are so common they account for nearly all UK vet visits. But thankfully there are products on the market that can really make a d...
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Finding a good bridleway is like finding a good walking route - you can revisit time and again, whatever the season, enjoying the same familiarity but always discovering something new. As we step into summer, there's plenty of time to find an exciting bridleway for you and your horse to enjoy. Whether you want a laid-back, relaxing ride,...
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As most of us bird-lovers know, lovebirds are small parrots native to Africa. With their peach-coloured faces and vibrant green feathers, they are truly a sight to behold. But while they might be among the smallest parrots on the planet, they have the intelligence to match the biggest! It is unsurprising that so many people choose to keep them as p...
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If you have birds, you are likely to be well clued-up on feather plucking – an obsessive and hugely destructive pattern of behaviour that largely affects caged birds. Not only is feather plucking detrimental to the physical appearance and health of your bird, it is hugely disconcerting for you, the owner, and especially challenging to treat....
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What is it? Kidney failure can be acute with sudden onset, or chronic with slower development. Chronic Renal Failure (CRF) is also known as kidney disease and is sadly a progressive, irreversible condition. The problem is relatively common in both cats and dogs but affects a much higher proportion of cats. While cases of kidney failure i...
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