March 2015

We routinely audit postoperative complications for our canine neutering surgery. Over time, it became clear we … more

This past fortnight or so we’ve seen a handful of cases in which dogs which … more

8 mins

A very itchy, erythematous young boxer with very sore ears came in to my consult room. … more

2 mins

Through no fault of my own (promise) I recently found myself in a couple of … more

At the end of this month (March), my year group has to submit their choices … more

Have you ever been presented with a cat you are certain has hyperthyroidism, but you can’t … more

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February 2015

Obesity is a huge welfare problem that is rapidly increasing. We all know this. That … more

I’ve come across a couple of cases of Sarcoptes this winter. Both cases were young dogs with intense … more

The industry is awash with advice on using social media. In fact, it’s now so … more

One of the big discussion topics within the veterinary profession at the moment is the RCVS … more

We had a very sad case lately of a little kitten that developed the classic … more

I write the day after the Charlie Hebdo atrocity in Paris: not surprisingly, it fills the … more

17 mins

I recently discovered a veterinary practice in southern England that advertises the fact they have … more

6 mins

We do a lot of work for the local branch of the RSPCA and come … more

As part of a course I’m studying, I have been looking at feedback in clinical … more

Quiet, lethargic, not eating very much and just generally a bit slow? It’s worthwhile tapping … more

I’ve never kept a diary – I’ve rarely led that sort of orderly life. The only time … more

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Oobie is a pedigree bullmastiff, but she will never win Crufts because of her “unique … more

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January 2015

The AVS (Association of Veterinary Students) Congress marks one year since my involvement with the … more

I recently saw a very large, and very friendly bull mastiff that presented with what appeared to be … more