Paddling dogs pollute ponds with flea and tick treatment insecticides. Infographic.

Paddling dogs pollute ponds with flea treatment insecticides. Infographic.

Dogs love ponds. They love playing in water. And many have received flea and tick treatments. Many of which are based on the insecticides fipronil and imidacloprid. These are toxic to bees and insects in general. You can see the problem, which has been highlighted in a recent study, the results of which are …

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Why are UK veterinarians so expensive? Are they? Infographic.

Are vets genuinely expensive in the UK?

The title reflects the views of many veterinary clinic clients but it begs the question as to whether vets are genuinely expensive. The infographic below provides a balanced, highly summarised assessment. Below there are some extended discussions. Perhaps the first point in the infographic is the most important: perception. Combine this with general post-Covid …

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French pupils given primary school lessons to respect companion animals

Child loving their cat companion

About nine years ago almost to the day I wrote about the necessity of animal welfare being part of the school curriculum. I felt then as I do now that it is important that children are taught how to respect animals in general and perhaps in particular domestic cats and dogs because they are …

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Risks and rewards on micro-chipping full-time indoor cats

Microchip indoor cats to take advantage of the potential rewards in a risk/reward assessment

Full-time indoor cats can escape their home. This means that micro-chipping full-time indoor cats is important. Perhaps it is even more important for full-time indoor cats because if and when they escaped the home they are more likely to be anxious, confused and lost. Note: disclaimer: I am not a vet but a good …

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