January is a time of resolutions and fresh starts, and it’s even National Walk Your Dog month. But it’s also a time of darkness, cold, wet weather, and the dreaded ‘January Blues’. As we wait for the days to slowly grow longer, it’s important to stay positive and make...
As the seasons change and we move into autumn and winter, there are some common hazards it’s worth being aware of. Taking appropriate precautions can help to keep autumn fun for the whole family, including your pets. We’ve summarised some of the most common hazards...
A to Z we are here for you! Vita’s Alphabet of Animal Health A – Arthritis. Extremely common in companion animals, this condition affects four out of five older dogs. Osteoarthritis is a progressive joint disease and the earlier signs can be more subtle. Take a look...
Pet First Aid – Do you know what to do? It’s always good to be prepared, especially if your pet requires first aid. Knowing what to do and having a first aid kit to hand helps you to respond calmly and effectively if your pet is injured or unwell. Ensure your vet’s...
Four ways to boost wellbeing for you and your pet We can always benefit from a little wellbeing boost. It has been proven that having pets improves our mental and physical wellbeing including reducing blood pressure, lowering stress levels and improving our mood....
Wound Healing in reptiles Wounds in reptiles are often more difficult to treat than those in mammals due to their physiological and anatomical differences. There are many causes of wounds in reptiles and healing can be slower and more dependent on environmental...
