Patient Library

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

Although we cannot walk you through the specifics of surgery here, we can give you an idea of what we are talking about with certain terminology, how we decide when to perform surgery, and what some of the common risks are.

Information about post-operative care from what to expect after a sedation or general anaesthetic, discharge from the clinic and what to prepare at home.

Why brushing it's important to brush your pet's teeth, and how to go about it

Pet passport or Animal Health Certificate? It's complicated.

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.

For most eye injuries, it is recommended that you seek veterinary care as even minor injuries can lead to loss of vision. However, there are steps you can carry out at home to provide first aid or treat simple problems (such as dirt in the eyes).

In hypselodont species, such as rabbits, teeth grow continuously throughout the life of the animal so they need to be managed carefully.

Providing your cat a balanced diet is vital in maintaining its overall health. What should it include?

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

The basics of looking after man's best friend.

Pet dental care and oral health are key to keeping them happy and healthy. The right diet, water and enrichment can help, as can daily brushing (species-dependent!)

All the do's and don'ts of keeping snakes

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

Tortoises and lizards come from all over the world and, as such, their diets vary from species to species. You should confirm what species your tortoise or lizard is before carefully researching a suitable diet for them. 

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