Poisonous Plants - Is Your Horse's Field Safe?

Most horses have access to grazing for some or all of each day.  This is important for the health of the horse's digestive tract and for mental wellbeing too.  Unfortunately, there are quite a few plants and trees that are highly toxic to horses, and which could result in a vet emergency if consumed.  One such tree is the yew.  Yew trees form a part of many hedgerows and are extremely toxic to horses, even in small amounts. [Read More]

5 Reasons Your Cat Might Have Started Urinating or Defecating Outside Their Litterbox

Cats are generally extremely cleanly, and they usually start using a litterbox without any need for training. However, sometimes your cat will mysteriously start defecating or urinating outside of the litterbox. This can be both alarming and messy, often leaving owners mystified as to the cause. Here are just five reasons why it might be happening. 1. Location Your cat's litterbox needs to be placed somewhere they will feel safe using it; after all, they will be in a position of vulnerability. [Read More]

Follow These Tips When Caring for a Cat with Feline Dementia

Thanks to better nutrition and veterinary care, cats are living longer than ever. Unfortunately, this also means that more cats are developing the health issues associated with increased age, including dementia. It can be heart-breaking when your vet tells you that your feline friend is suffering from dementia, but there are still things you can do to care for them and ensure they enjoy the rest of their days. Change their diet [Read More]