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When it comes to older cats, many people associate the signs of illnesses with ageing, not realising that they can be helped

Their fur coat gives dogs a bit of protection from Portuguese man o’ war stings but they can suffer from them, nonetheless

Medical records are essential for keeping track of your pet’s health

Lucy Richardson on Foo, a 13-year-old Abyssinian who “has been a constant source of reassurance, understanding and love”

It’s important to be able to put in the time and the training if you want a happy, healthy dog

My last column was all about breeding – accidental or otherwise – so I thought I’d better follow on with preparations for whelping or birth. Breeding is a time-consuming, costly experience which is n...

Male dogs can be pretty determined when it comes to breeding says veterinarian Lucy Richardson who has seen dogs mate through a chain-link fence

Travelling with a pet isn’t so challenging if you plan in advance. Before you book your flight, find out what you are allowed

An annual check-up saves owners money in the long term and gives veterinarians a more complete picture of an animal’s health

Sometimes, in the daily process of being a vet, something happens which really restores your faith in humanity, compassion and respect. I had just such an incident the other day. I was asked to work w...