Vets Talking Pets

As animal lovers, there is nothing better than seeing animals in their natural habitats. Sadly, we don’t always get the opportunities to do this but there are other ways of interacting with wild animals including...

With summer holidays on the horizon, many people will be looking for activities to engage in. Animal lovers may be tempted by the array of animal-related activities available but how can we be sure that the animals’...

Most of us love the warm weather and so do many of our pets but there are dangers regarding heat and other seasonal issues that it’s important to be aware of. Did you know that your pets can get sunburnt or suffer from...

Maggie and Vanessa explain what extreme conformation is and why some dogs are bred with very flat faces, short legs or tails, no hair, or lots of wrinkles. They may look cute but often there are unintended consequences...

<p>Maggie and Vanessa explain what extreme conformation is and why some dogs are bred with very flat faces, short legs or tails, no hair, or lots of wrinkles. They may look cute but often there are unintended...

<p>Where do dogs come from and why are there so many breeds? Vanessa and Maggie discuss how dogs evolved from the grey wolf to become man’s best friend and how dogs were selectively bred for different purposes like...

<p>There has been a lot in the news about the UK's Competition and Market Authority’s (CMA’s) investigation into the companion animal (pet) veterinary industry. Maggie and Vanessa discuss the changes that have occurred...

<p>Vanessa and Maggie explain how you can get the best out of your vet practice and make the right choices for your pet. Making a real difference to the cost of treatment is not just by shopping around; it’s about what...

<p>Never afraid to tackle difficult topics, in this episode, Maggie and Vanessa answer the question, ‘Why are vets so expensive?’. Medical care is expensive for both humans and animals and many people don’t understand...

So, you’ve decided which pet to get. You want to get them from a reliable source, but what is that – a breeder, a pet shop, a rehoming charity or even online? Should you visit them first? Is it sensible to get a pet via...

<p>You’ve decided which species you want so what’s next? What age, sex or colour of pet do you want and where are you going to get them from? Do you want a playful kitten or an older lap cat? Do you want a pedigree pet...

<p>You’ve decided to get a pet but which one? Maggie and Vanessa discuss the pros and cons of keeping both traditional and non-traditional species. What are the relative costs in terms of time and money? Do you need...

<p>Thinking of getting a pet? Do you know that people do more research when they buy a fridge than acquiring a new animal? It tends to be an emotional decision and may happen spontaneously such as a stray cat appearing...

<p>Get to know Maggie and Vanessa as they introduce themselves and discuss their passion for animal welfare. Learn why they became vets and how they know each other. Is Maggie really a mad cat lady? Is Vanessa a science...