One of the pleasures of having completed my dermatology certificate is that I get to … more

Due to a change in my mobility, my dog Hollie is getting a lot more short walks close to home. She's not bred for long distances so she doesn't mind this, and our local streets are nice and relatively quiet.

I do a fair amount of dermatology in our practice, so I use the microscope … more

This one’s a little controversial, but some evidence exists that taking swabs for culture from cases of … more

I work for a flat salary rate at the moment – and I like it … more

According to the RCVS there is no such thing as an unqualified veterinary nurse, and … more

Demodex gatoi is an unusual cause of pruritus in cats, but given the challenging nature … more

In a previous blog, I alluded to the feminisation of the profession. Here, I speak … more

If I am being perfectly honest, dentistry has never filled me with excitement. That said, … more

The world has changed enormously since I qualified as a vet in the nineties, but … more

Living in a democracy is taking its toll at the moment… Sadly I’m back on … more

Have you ever wondered how easy (or not) it is for our clients to administer … more

Following the devastating news of the Germanwings crash last week, the co-pilot’s torn-up sick note … more

As reported in Veterinary Times (February 9 issue), the RCVS would like all veterinary practices to comply … more

It occurred to me the other day I hadn’t seen an aural haematoma for some … more

Supporting a student nurse takes many forms. Peer assessment can save teachers time, improve students' understanding of course materials and improve their metacognitive skills.

Although the UK’s fire and rescue services are not obligated to rescue a cat stuck … more