Breeding rules to be reviewed after puppy farms exposé
A review of dog breeding regulations is to be held following a BBC investigation into the Welsh puppy farm industry, a minister has said. BBC Wales Investigates found "filthy" conditions…
Pet owners are warned against bogus claims cannabis-based treatments can cure their animals of cancer, arthritis and anxiety
Pet owners are being sold cannabis-based treatments that claim to cure conditions from cancer and arthritis to anxiety in animals. But veterinary experts have warned there is insufficient 'robust evidence'…
‘Uber for dogs’ startup aims to make pet travel easier
A ride-hailing startup is aiming to streamline traveling with your pet. SpotOn is like an Uber (UBER) for animals. Users can request a ride using the app and a vehicle…
Is Neosporin Safe for Dogs?
If your dog has a scrape, scratch, or other external wound that you'd like to treat, you may be wondering if a product like Neosporin would do the job. Since…
In defense of the incisional biopsy in veterinary oncology cases
After 15 years in practice, it is my distinct impression that convincing a pet owner to perform an incisional biopsy of a tumor is about the toughest sell in all…
Dog found with horrific injuries after being dumped by cruel badger baiters
A dog was found suffering from horrific injuries at the hands of badger baiters.The animal was picked up by cops after being abandoned in a field by two men over…
Signs of poisoning in dogs
What should I do if my dog has been poisoned?Stay calm and make sure the source of the poison is out of your dog’s reach. Call your daytime vet straight…
Victoria puppy dies after eating ‘death cap’ mushrooms
A 16-week-old puppy, Hazel, tragically died in Victoria Thursday morning after eating what is suspected to be death cap mushrooms.The purebred chocolate lab was surrendered to the Central Victoria Veterinary…
Banfield Pet Hospital Announces New Training To Combat Industry-Wide Veterinary Suicide Crisis
Banfield Pet Hospital Announces New Training To Combat Industry-Wide Veterinary Suicide Crisis The veterinary industry is in crisis. One in six veterinarians considers suicide, and one in 10 suffers from…
Heartgard Plus Side Effects
Heartgard Plus Side Effects Heartworms are microscopic parasites affecting canines, and are transmitted by mosquitoes. Heartgard Plus is a once-a-month beef-flavored chewable tablet containing the drugs ivermectin and pyrantal pamoate…