Patient Library

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.

Essentials of keeping rabbits, guinea-pigs, degus and chinchillas - housing, diet, enrichment, exercise and company

The basics of looking after man's best friend.

Tips for treating minor wounds, such as cuts and grazes, at home.

Applying a poultice can be a useful way of removing small foreign bodies from paws – for example grass seeds, thorns and splinters.

We can conduct and analyse many lab test onsite, reducing the time you have to wait for results. Read more about different lab tests and how, why and when we use them.

C. albicans can be a primary gastrointestinal pathogen, especially in finches, but it is more frequently secondary to another problem. 

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

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.

Reptiles come in all shapes and sizes and their diets are very specific to the species. It is very important that you correctly identify your species so that you can feed them correctly.

Megabacteria is actually a yeast organism called Macrorhabdus ornithogaster, or avian gastric yeast.

Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine (hormone related) condition in dogs, and is known as the ‘great pretender’ because is can present as almost anything!

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

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

All the things you need to consider for looking after your tortoise well