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Vets in Africa – the work of the LSPCA

The LSPCA (Lilongwe Society for Prevention of Cruelty for Animals) is the only charity in Malawi working to improve standards of animal welfare in this small African country where animals play such a crucial role in the everyday lives of … Continue reading

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Planning your own local ‘fun’ dog show?

If so, visit my new Run a Fun Dog Show site, which can help you run your own unique event or to run one as part of a larger event such as a Village Fete, using a simple free online … Continue reading

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An old cat with the X Factor!

I had quite a day yesterday, starting off with coming face to face with the winner of the X Factor in the Daybreak Studios before heading off to the surgery for the afternoon and evening. I was in the ITV … Continue reading

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Feeding an older dog

When you’re looking after an elderly dog, it’s even more important to get their diet spot on, than when they were younger. Older animals can’t tolerate high levels of proteins or fats and need to eat a diet that meets … Continue reading

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Is your pet overweight? Our new Light food could be the answer!

In my experience as a practicing vet, a significant proportion of dogs are overweight or obese – and due to the serious health problems such as arthritis, heart disease and diabetes that are linked to obesity, this makes it one … Continue reading

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Are vets putting profit before pets?

A week after watching the Panorama program I am still shocked – some of the actions of the staff at the practices filmed were truly terrible, with animals being poorly treated, unqualified staff carrying out complex medical procedures and shocking … Continue reading

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Panorama vet program

This evening sees the broadcast of the Panorama special program about undercover filming in one of the UK’s largest veterinary groups, Medivet. The program is apparently going to show instances of serious problems including unqualified staff carrying out procedures on … Continue reading

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Back in the surgery

After spending most of my time out and about doing TV and media work the last few weeks it’s been great to be back in the surgery for a few days this week. I’m working at the Pet Vaccination Clinic … Continue reading

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Jill critically ill

My cat Jill was critically ill earlier in the year – and saving her proved to be a real challenge.

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Mercy mission to Malawi

‘Help – this dog’s waking up!’ came the panicked cry from a vet in the middle of a neutering operation. Her patient was moving and whimpering in distress as the anaesthetic wore off mid-way through the operation. In a couple … Continue reading

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