Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS

Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS

Vet

After graduating as a vet from the University of Nottingham in 2016, Dr. Joanna Woodnutt went on to practice companion animal medicine in the Midlands. She quickly developed a love of consulting and helping clients with medical problems such as dermatology, behavior and nutrition - anything that involved helping clients understand their pets better.

Jo started writing about pet health in 2017, realizing that it meant she could help even more pet parents. Since then, she has written for countless online and print publications and is a regular contributor for Edition Dog Magazine. Jo is the director of The Veterinary Content Company, which she founded in 2020. She is also the founder of Petlearnia, a platform that provides pet e-learning courses for pet parents.

Jo now lives in the Channel Islands with her husband Ian and terrier Pixie.

Latest articles by Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS

Person holding out dry cat food in a silver bowl. A cat not eating it behind it
Cat not eating? A vet explains 11 things you need to check

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Vet's Guide Everything you need to know if your cat is not eating

Vet's Guide
Woman kneeling down in the kitchen, placing a bowl of food down for her dog, who has their nose inside it
How to increase your dog's appetite (and when you need to see a vet)

By Megan Milstead Published

Vet's Guide Our in-house vets are here to help!

Vet's Guide
Labrador puppy chewing carpet
How to stop a dog from chewing on carpet – and why do they do it?

By Kathryn Williams Last updated

Advice Knowing how to stop your dog from chewing on carpet is going to put your mind (and bank balance) at ease

Advice
Dog not eating, lying down in front of a bowl of dry dog food, looking up at the camera with its paw out
Dog not eating? Here’s 11 things you need to check, according to a vet

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Vet's Guide Everything you need to know if your dog is not eating.

Vet's Guide
kitten eating
Best kitten food of 2026: Our 6 top picks to help your young feline thrive

By Megan Milstead Last updated

Buying guide Here's what we recommend based on nutrition, digestibility, and price

Buying guide
Springer spaniel mix lying on a snuffle mat chewing a treat
Are snuffle mats good for dogs?

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Advice Our vet Dr. Joanna Woodnutt shares her expert knowledge on whether snuffle mats are good for dogs, including all the pros and cons

Advice
Is dry cat food best? Two cats enjoying wet and dry food
Is dry cat food best? Here are the pros and cons, according to a vet

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Vet's Guide Here’s what an expert has to say

Vet's Guide
How to stop cats from scratching the furniture: A vet’s guide

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Vet's Guide New sofa? Read our vet’s advice on how to keep cats from scratching the furniture

Vet's Guide
Cat lying down next to someone's feet in socks
Why does my cat sleep at my feet?

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Wondering, 'Why does my cat sleep at my feet?' Our vet explains this adorable position

Vet's Guide
Terrier type dog wearing a pink harness and taking a treat from someone wearing a green jumper
The science behind positive reinforcement for dogs

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Advice You may have heard that positive reinforcement is the best way to train a dog, but do you know why?

Advice
A terrier type dog laid on a carpet chewing a rawhide chew
Five rawhide alternatives for dogs assessed by a vet

By Sara Walker Last updated

Advice Looking for some tasty rawhide alternatives for dogs? We asked a vet to share their thoughts on everything from bones to antlers

Advice
Pomeranian dog about to have its teeth cleaned with a dog toothbrush and homemade dog toothpaste
A vet's view on homemade dog toothpaste

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Ever wanted to make homemade dog toothpaste? Our vet explains why it’s not such a good idea…

Vet's Guide
Cat lying down and biting into a catnip or silvervine filled toy
What is silver vine? Everything you need to know about the catnip alternative, according to a vet

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Our vet explains why and how to use it with your cat.

Vet's Guide
Hand squeezing toothpaste onto a toothbrush with a dog sitting behind with its tongue out
Can you use regular toothpaste on dogs? We asked a vet

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Vet Joanna Woodnutt reveals the answer to: 'Can you use regular toothpaste on dogs?'

Vet's Guide
Dog looking sad and unwell lying on a grey sofa
Vomiting in dogs: Vet shares 12 reasons why your dog might be sick

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Vomiting in dogs can be serious—here are the causes and what you need to do about it.

Vet's Guide
A ginger dog sat on a sunny lawn, look up into the camera and smiling
Dog gum diseases and 5 vet-approved ways to prevent them

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Advice Here are the steps you can take to protect your dog from nasty dog gum diseases

Advice
Nala eating one of the best cat treats
The 7 best cat treats, tested and approved by our own felines

By Megan Milstead Last updated

Tried & Tested Looking for the best cat treats? Here are our felines' favorites.

Tried & Tested
Orange and black cat wrapped up in an aqua knitted blanket
Do cats get cold? How cold is too cold for cats in winter

By Kathryn Williams Last updated

Vet's Guide Do cats get cold? We’ve revealed the answer, plus how to keep them warm through the winter.

Vet's Guide
Kitten playing with measuring tape
How to measure a cat for a harness

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

How To Vet reveals how to measure a cat for a harness — and it's not as difficult as you might think!

How To
Boxer dog being examined by a vet
Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs: Everything you need to know

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs is a common heart disease – our vet tells you everything you need to know about this serious condition.

Vet's Guide
Brown dog lifting his paw off the ground on a field of grass, one of the symptoms of luxating patella in dogs
Luxating patella in dogs: Symptoms, causes and how to help

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Whether your dog has a luxating patella or you’re just curious about what a luxating patella in dogs is, our vet has the answers.

Vet's Guide
German shepherd being assessed by a female vet
A vet’s guide to Von Willebrand Disease in dogs

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Published

Vet's Guide Von Willebrand Disease in dogs is a complex clotting disorder that can vary in symptoms and the risk of genetic inheritance. Our vet explains more…

Vet's Guide
Nala looking up at one of the best cat puzzle feeders, the Lickimat Casper
I tested the best cat puzzle feeders to help my cats' digestion – here are the winners

By Megan Milstead Last updated

Tried & Tested The best cat puzzle feeders provide mental stimulation and make mealtime more fun.

Tried & Tested
Cat eating from one of the best anti-vomit bowls for cats
The best anti-vomit bowls for cats to reduce discomfort and mess

By Megan Milstead Last updated

Buying Guide Looking for the best anti-vomit bowls for cats? We've selected our top picks and asked the experts for advice.

Buying Guide
Person applying flea medicine to a corgi puppy on the grass
Flea medicine vs flea collars: What’s the best option for your pet?

By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS Last updated

Vet's Guide A vet compares flea medicine vs flea collars to help you make the right choice.

Vet's Guide
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