jenny's jottings

The majority of dog owners know about intestinal worms, but I wanted to write today about lungworm in dogs. This is a potentially serious disease with cases on the increase in the Midlands.

You can influence the future character of your pet by the experiences you offer them during the first few weeks of life.

Taking your pet on holiday abroad can be complicated, costly and time consuming. Different requirements should be met for different countries, so today I will talk about travelling to and from countries within the EU with your dog or cat.

The subject of vaccination has frequently been in the media for both animals and people. How important is vaccination? How often are boosters needed? What about the side effects? Numerous issues have been raised and I would like to cover some of these today.

It’s that time of year again… not long until Christmas! We are all beginning to stock up with good food and presents and it won’t be long before the Christmas tree comes out!

The fireworks season is fast approaching - a time of year many pet owners dread. Hundreds of pets have noise phobias and in many cases, controlling them can be a challenge.

Spring is in the air! Lambs are in the fields and birds are building their nests. At this time of year, many animals are reproducing – and our pets are no exception!

Those of you who own a rabbit, are soon buying a rabbit, or know someone who has a rabbit….beware of maggots!

Despite daily brushing, many people often need a scale and polish or even a few fillings when they visit the dentist. So why should we be surprised when our pets develop dental disease?

Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, is very common in cats and dogs. Older animals and those that have had joint injuries are particularly susceptible. It is often at this time of year when the weather becomes cold and damp that the signs are most noticeable.