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Why are vets so afraid of rabies when we have a vaccine?
What is rabies? Rabies is a virus that can affect all mammals including humans and dogs. It’s in the saliva of infected animals and spread mainly by bites and scratches. After a bite or scratch, the...
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Can dogs get herpes and what are the symptoms?
What comes to mind when you hear the term ‘herpes?’ It certainly is a word many of you may associate with the underlying cause of human cold sores…where it often remains dormant (inactive) for many...
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What is the big deal around TB in cows?
For most people, TB, or tuberculosis, is something that happens in the countryside, affects cows, is spread by badgers and causes lots of arguments. These are all true. But to those involved with TB...
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When can kittens go outside?
Having a new kitten around the house is just delightful! They are so playful, affectionate and fun! But sooner or later, your thoughts will turn to letting them spread their wings and start enjoying...
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Could my cat be at risk of herpes?
Herpes is the informal term for a human disease caused by a herpesvirus. Cats have their own unique herpesvirus that they can be infected by, they’re pretty common and very contagious. However, they...
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Should vets offer Kennel Cough vaccine as standard?
As the name suggests, kennel cough causes a nasty honking cough in dogs. The disease is renowned for being highly contagious. The common name “kennel cough” reflects the rapid spread of this disease...
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Do I need to vaccinate my pet to get insurance?
Getting your pet vaccinated is generally recommended, in order to protect your pet against serious, but preventable, disease. Getting pet insurance is also recommended, as you never know when your pet...
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How long do cat vaccines last for?
A big part of veterinary healthcare these days is preventative medicine and the backbone of this is vaccinations. Cats should receive regular vaccinations in order to protect them against deadly...
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What Does ‘OV’ Mean on a Vets’ Website, and is it Important?
Just like people in the human medical profession, vets aren’t just simply ‘vets’. There’s a big variation in qualifications, experience, interests and specialities. One of these that you might see...
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Vaccination in pet sheep – what, when and why?
Pressure is increasing on the veterinary industry to help minimise the use of medications in all livestock production. However, the good news is that for many diseases, prevention is better than cure....
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Equine influenza, is vaccination really necessary?
“Flu vaccination” is the bane of many horse openers’ lives. Making sure your horses are up to date for travelling or competition, or even staying away, can be a nightmare! So is it really necessary?Or...
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