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…
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…
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…
Book your second opinion consultation at Knutsford Vets today Dr Rachel Caines BVSc CertAVP(VD) MRCVS works at Knutsford Veterinary Surgery and recently obtained her Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice in Dermatology. We ask Rachel more…
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…
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…
You would be forgiven for thinking that only dogs who stay in kennels are at risk of catching kennel cough. Whilst kennels certainly provide an ideal environment for the disease to spread, any dog who…
Getting a new puppy is one of the most exciting things that happens in any dog-lovers life. Amongst all the playing, training and cuddling that goes on in those first weeks and months, it can…
Useful advice during high pollen season The warmer weather in the spring and summer often brings about higher pollen counts and hay fever for many humans, causing inconvenience and discomfort. Around one in five people…
Advice for the new normal Many of us have been confined to our houses for three months now and for the majority of pets, having their owners home all of the time has been a…
