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A registered vet nurse (RVN) from Leicestershire is heading to the Amazon Rainforest to help treat and rehabilitate injured wildlife.
Caring Ben Witcomb works at Linnaeus-owned Woodward Veterinary Practice in Ashby de la Zouch and will cross the Atlantic in October to volunteer at the Amazon Shelter in Peru.
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The most common allergies in cats
Cats commonly experience four types of allergies: insects (fleas), food allergies, atopic dermatitis (triggered by house dust, pollen, and moulds) and contact allergies. While they exhibit shared physical expressions and signs, each allergy type also presents unique features. If you believe your cat is showing signs of an allergy, then speaking to a vet at Woodward Vets to help you find a solution for making your cat more comfortable and improving their quality of life.
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A frequent question asked is whether cats should consume canned or dry food.
Fortunately, many commercial cat foods offer an excellent nutritional source, whether in the form of dry or wet cat food. However, hinges on various factors, including weight, health conditions and budget.
Deciding whether to opt for dry, canned or a combination of both is a choice you and your vet or nurse can collaboratively make to ensure the optimal health of your cat. Here's some advice on the comparison between wet and dry cat food.
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Like many people dread going to the doctor, the vet can be a source of anxiety for our pets. Luckily, there are steps you can take to alleviate some of the anxiety your pet feels when it senses a vet visit is coming up.
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Eight out of ten dogs, according to research, have trouble adjusting to being alone. Yet, half won't exhibit any overt symptoms, making it easy for owners to overlook.
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