Patient Library

Ileus or gut stasis is the term used to describe a condition where part of or all of the gastrointestinal tract ceases to move. It is very common in rabbits and guinea-pigs, both as a primary and a secondary condition.

When you have a sick pet, it may be that we suggest some diagnostic tests to try to confirm or rule out certain conditions. Diagnostic imaging is one of the options, depending on the case.

Dental disease can have far-reaching effects on the overall health of small mammals so it's important to be aware of the symptoms and what you can do to minimise the chances.

Key things you need to know when keeping birds as pets - housing, enrichment, diets, exercise, environment, toxins, light and more

Answers to questions you may have about pet euthanasia and how we can help

In this video, vet Charlotte gives a practical demonstration of how to brush your pet's teeth.

In this video, vet Charlotte shares her advice on things you can do to help prepare for the death of a pet, euthanasia, and how we can support you through this very difficult time.

Advice for dealing with bleeding blood feathers, which also applies to bleeding nails

If you're planning to take your pet abroad, you need to be well prepared.

Tips for exporting your pet and travel outside of the EU - and how we can help.

All the information you need about brumating your tortoise - whether to/why/how/how long for and important checks to do to make sure your tortoise does well in winter.

Rabbits are particularly vulnerable to disease resulting from incorrect feeding. So here's what you need to know.

Herpes viruses belong to an enormous family of DNA viruses – there are over 100 different strains and they affect most species.

Diabetes mellitus is an extremely common condition in cats, people and various other species – it can affect dogs, rodents, birds and many more.

How we can help with Animal Health Certificates, Export Health Certificates and Commercial exports

Psittacine beak and feather disease (PBFD) is a disease of parrot species that is lifelong and carries wide implications for the health of the affected bird, as well as those sharing the environment both at the time and in the future.