Dog Alzheimer’s – What is Canine Cognitive Dysfunction? Like humans, dogs can suffer from brain ageing called canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). It’s actually pretty common and affects somewhere between 14% and 35% of dogs. It is usually seen in dogs over 8 years of...
57% of horse owners keep bute in first aid box, new survey shows A recent survey by Vita Animal Health has found that most horse owners have a first aid box, with the majority containing Phenylbutazone (Bute) – a POM-V drug. However, only 7% of horse owners seek...
Wounds in Horses Horse wounds can have a range of complications such as poor healing due to skin tension or infection. Accurately assessing wounds and being able to apply basic first aid is vital and allows you to know when to seek veterinary advice. Read on for...
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...
Vita are here to help with festive tips to keep your pets safe and well. With unpredictable weather, cold temperatures and shorter day-lengths it can be difficult to squeeze in enough exercise which, together with too many Christmas treats, can lead to weight gain....
Vita Animal Health Launches Omniotic to Provide a Flexible New Solution to Ear Cleaning Vita Animal Health has launched a new ear cleaner for use in dogs, cats and rabbits. Omniotic combines debris removal with anti-infectious agents and is suitable for every-day use....