
Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS
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

How to leash train a cat: A vet's guide to safe walks with your feline
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Vet's guide Read our tips on how to leash train a cat so you can keep your feline safe outside.

Why do dogs sleep so much? What's normal and not
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice If you're asking “why do dogs sleep so much?”, one of these six things could be to blame

How to put a dog harness on (by harness type)
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
How To Wondering how to put a dog harness on? We explain how to fit every type of dog harness

How to groom a dog: A vet's guide to brushing, bathing and clipping
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
How to Our vet tells you how to groom a dog at home and keep your canine companion healthy and happy

7 common cat behavior problems solved
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Vet's Guide Does your cat scratch your furniture? We solve your cat behavior problems!

Why is my cat meowing so much?
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice One question we vets get is “Why is my cat meowing so much?” So let's take a look.

A vet's guide to brushing short-haired dogs
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Vet's guide If you’re thinking about brushing your short-haired dog, our vet has some advice for you

Choosing safe chew toys for dogs: A vet's guide
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Vet's guide Our furkids have an innate need to chew, but how do you choose safe chew toys for dogs?

What human food can cats eat? How to treat your kitty with these 6 foods
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice We look at what human food can cats eat safely as well as foods you should avoid

How to use guillotine dog nail clippers: A vet's guide to clipping dog nails
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Our vet explains how to use guillotine dog nail clippers to safely cut your dog’s nails

Can you use dog shampoo on cats? A vet's guide to safe cat shampoo alternatives
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Ever wondered if you can use dog shampoo on cats? Let’s find out!

Why is my cat coughing?
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Got a coughing cat? Find out why your cat is coughing and how to help

How to tell if a dog is pregnant
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Wondering how to tell if a dog is pregnant? Our vet explains why it’s harder than you’d think!

What is dog enrichment? 5 things every dog owner should know
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Dog enrichment could be the key to a happy dog – let’s look at what you need to know

How to tell when a cat is in heat: Vet's guide to signs and how to help
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Wondering if your cat is in heat? Our vet explains what to look for.

Eight tips for training a rescue dog: A vet's guide
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Vet's guide Training a rescue dog is a little different to training a puppy, but these tips will help!

Rescuing a dog from abroad – A vet’s guide
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Are you thinking of rescuing a dog from abroad? Before you do, read our vet’s guide!

10 Dog Adoption Tips: Advice from a vet
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Considering adopting a dog? These 10 tips on dog adoption are vet-certified!

New puppy advice – Six common questions answered by a vet
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice This puppy advice from our vet will get you up to speed on everything you need to know about caring for your new dog

Guinea pig noises and body language explained
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Guinea pig noises are absolutely adorable, but what do they all mean? We asked a vet…

Dogs and cats living together: Five dos and don’ts from a vet
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Our tricks will help you to get your cats and dogs living together in perfect harmony.

Can a dog be vegan? We asked a vet…
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice We asked a vet “Can a dog be vegan?”. Here’s what she said…

A vet’s guide to dog exercise: How to keep your canine physically and mentally fit
By Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS published
Advice Does your dog exercise enough? Find out how to keep your canine companion active without overdoing it
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