Should I Worry About Lumps On My Pet?
Should I Worry About Lumps On My Pet? It is quite common for pets to get lumps and bumps throughout their lifetime. These can often be a cause of concern or worry for any pet owner. Whenever you notice a lump in your pet’s skin, the first thing you should do is contact your vet […]
Does my Dog Have a Parasite?
Does my Dog Have a Parasite? At some point in their life, your dog may experience the discomfort caused by parasites. Some parasites such as ticks and fleas are fairly easy to spot, but what about those that are internal and not so easy to diagnose? It is important to know about these parasites and […]
Why is my dog losing weight?
Why is my dog losing weight? As with any animal, it is important that your dog maintains a healthy weight to give them the best chance of living a long and healthy life. Noticing that your dog is losing weight can be alarming and worrying, and trying to find out why they are losing weight […]
Weight Gain & Neutering
Weight Gain & Neutering There are a wide range of long term health and behavioural benefits that come with neutering your dog, or cat both male and female. However, although neutering will have a long term positive impact on your pet’s health, there can be a number of side effects that may need to be […]
How is pet travel to the EU going to change after 1st January 2021?
Pet Travel to the EU Following an announcement from the government, Knutsford Veterinary Surgery have now been informed by the government (Animal and Plant Health Agency) on how pet travel to the EU is going to change from 1st January 2021. The UK will now become a ‘third country’ with respect to the EU, but […]
Allergies in cats
Allergies in Cats Just like humans, cats can suffer from allergies. In fact, allergies are one of the most common medical conditions affecting cats, but what exactly causes these allergies in cats, and what should you do as a responsible cat owner if you think that your cat may have an allergy? This blog will […]
Why Does My Dog Have Flaky Skin?
Why does my dog have flaky skin? In general, dogs are clean animals who take pride in looking after their coat. Because of this, if you notice that your dog has dry flaky skin or dandruff, chances are there is an underlying problem that you should try and get to the root of. There are […]
Why do dogs bark?
Why do dogs bark? Dogs come in all shapes, sizes and unique personalities – but one thing they all have in common is that they all bark. And any owner who has had a dog who likes to bark frequently (and loudly) will have found themselves wondering what is causing them to make all that […]
Why is my cat peeing on the floor?!
Why is my cat weeing on the floor? Cats are perfect pets. They are cute, fluffy, entertaining and make great companions. However, no matter how much you love your cat, finding that they’ve used the floor as a toilet is really no fun at all. This can be a common behaviour noticed by many cat […]