Novartis, a previously well-respected leader in the pharmaceutical industry, has recently endured major problems at a major manufacturing plant in Nebraska. Shocking discoveries by the FDA, in regards to quality lead to the closure of the factory, which voluntarily stopped production in December.
Causes & Consequences of Canine Obesity
To promote awareness of Hill’s ‘Lose 60 tonnes in 6 months‘ campaign, we’re looking a little further in to the increasing problem of obesity in dogs. A shocking third of dogs seen by veterinarians are considered overweight. We’ve discussed the benefits of switching to a low calorie diet such as
Make Day-to-Day Pet Care a Little Easier
Owning a pet brings with it a lot of new responsibilities which can be a little daunting, especially for the first time owner. However there is plenty of help available in the form of parents, friends, professionals, vets and the internet. The problem is, there can be a lot of
Fighting Pet Obesity: Hill’s ‘Lose 60 Tonnes in 6 Months’ Campaign
A shocking 1 in 3 dogs in the UK are considered overweight (you can check whether your dog is overweight using our ‘Dog BMI Calculator‘). It seems that our pets are unfortunately following the human obesity epidemic. Our pets are becoming obese for the same reason we are – not
Save on Grooming Costs: Clipping your Dog’s Nails and Coat
As pet owners, we are always looking for ways to save money. One area where we can make some savings is grooming. Grooming your own pet can be both rewarding and save you some money – especially when you can purchase everything you need for the price of a visit
Why You Shouldn’t Buy from Online Pet Pharmacies
Owning a pet is one of life’s great experiences, the joy and happiness that a pet can bring is amazing. Unfortunately, pets can also be quite expensive – food bills, vet bills, grooming and hygiene not to mention the countless toys and treats you’ll probably end up buying for your
Is Your Dog Suffering From Canine Cognitive Dysfunction?
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) is the degeneration of mental function and physical activity with age and is comparable to Alzheimer’s disease in humans.
Are We Vaccinating Our Dogs & Cats too Frequently?
Vaccinations are critical for maintaining good health; they can provide an individual with immunity to a variety of serious diseases. This has revolutionised modern medicine for humans – the first great achievement being the complete eradication of small pox by vaccination.
A Guide to Poisoning in Horses: The Dangers of Biological Poisons
Welcome to the second part of the Complete Guide to Poisoning in Horses. In this guide we’re walking you through some of the common (and uncommon) sources of toxins and poisons that can affect our horses. This section of the guide focuses on biological poisons, such as moulds, fungi and
A Guide to Poisoning in Horses: Diagnosis, Treatment and Heavy Metal Poisoning
A poison is a compound that irritates, damages body tissue or alters the metabolism. Because horses are trickle feeders and graze for the majority of the time they are awake, on rare occasions they can eat something poisonous. This guide looks at the types of poisoning a horse can suffer
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A New Therapy for Bone Cancer in Dogs: Oncolytic Treatment of Canine Osteosarcoma
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A New Treatment for Canine Idiopathic Epilepsy: Pexion
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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus and Diarrhoea: Probiotic Treatment
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12 of the Best Supplements Proven to be Beneficial for your Dog
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Bute Found in Contaminated Horse Meat: Does it Pose a Risk?
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