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We provide a range of small animal articles. We have written
on the basis of our experience. In terms of illness or disease
of a small animal please consult your vet. The information provided
here is not to be used as a substititute for a vet consultation.
Latest Articles
I want to run a Rat
Rescue
So, you think that you fancy running an animal rescue? You think
that it is all about sitting around playing with cute animals..?
Then think again…
Finding a Good Small Animal
Vet
Many of us have a vet who is excellent with a cat or dog, but
when it comes to your other smaller, less ‘common’ pets such
as a rat or a guinea, you could feel that your vet isn’t as
full on with your furry friend as he or she can be.
To Chip or not to Chip?
Over 250,000 dogs and cats are reported missing every year,
many ending up in animal shelters as they have no form of identification
(source BBCi website). This short guide explains about the benefits
of having your pet microchipped.
Coping with the death
of your pet
Losing your pet to death is a horrible experience to go through.
Nothing can prepare you for it, even if your pet had been ill
for a while and you had been expecting it.
Finding
a holiday home for your pet
If you have small pets, you need to consider who will look after
them while you are away. While there are many catteries and
boarding kennels, holiday homes for guinea pigs, rabbits and
rats etc are less widely promoted.
Pet Virkon proved effective
against VHD
One of the most devastating diseases in rabbits is Viral Haemorrhagic
Disease, or VHD. It is highly contagious, and generally fatal
- 95 per cent of rabbits which catch it will die.
Vaccinations
Unfortunately, there are pet owners who see vaccinating their
rabbit, cat or dog as a waste of time and money. Here we cover
the most commonly asked questions about vaccinations.
