Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS (Veterinarian)

Although it is not quite a “morning-after pill” as it doesn’t prevent pregnancy, there are measures a veterinarian can take to help end a pregnancy in a female after an unwanted mating. However, it is not a treatment to be undertaken lightly as there are potential side effects, it is not always completely effective, and, […]

Just like people, dogs have rich interior lives and are capable of experiencing a wide range of emotions, both positive and negative. Dogs can’t speak, so they communicate their feelings in other ways. When a dog is stressed, depressed, or sad, their behavior changes. As a dog owner, it’s important to be able to recognize

Diarrhea refers to loose, watery stool, and is common in puppies. Chances are that at some point your puppy will have a bout of diarrhea, if not a few. There are a wide variety of reasons for diarrhea in puppies and some causes are more serious than others. Mild diarrhea without any other symptoms may

Parasites are unpleasant creatures. Fleas, worms, and ticks not only irritate our pets but can also transmit disease. Fleas are probably the most common parasites that veterinarians see, and are also the one that often troubles owners the most too. The flea usually found on our pets is Ctenocephalides felis—otherwise known as the cat flea.