Latest articles by Dr Joanna Woodnutt MRCVS
How to use guillotine dog nail clippers: A vet's guide to clipping dog nails
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
Advice Ever wondered if you can use dog shampoo on cats? Let’s find out!
Why is my cat coughing?
Advice Got a coughing cat? Find out why your cat is coughing and how to help
How to keep cats from scratching furniture
Vet's Guide New sofa? Read our vet’s advice on how to keep cats from scratching the furniture
How to tell if a dog is pregnant
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
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
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
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
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
Advice Considering adopting a dog? These 10 tips on dog adoption are vet-certified!
New puppy advice – Six common questions answered by a vet
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
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
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…
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
Advice Does your dog exercise enough? Find out how to keep your canine companion active without overdoing it
How to choose dog food: Find the perfect type for your dog
Advice Get a vet's advice on how to choose dog food from the many, many brands that are available in the shops and online
What to do when your guinea pig is sick: Five common illnesses explained
Advice Recognizing your guinea pig is sick: the five most common illnesses explained and what to do about them
Rescue for senior dogs: Advice on adopting an older dog
Advice Our vet gives advice on rescue for senior dogs, for those of you who’ve decided to adopt an older pooch
Three common food allergies in pets
Advice Concerned your pet has an allergy? We discuss how to deal with common food allergies in pets
Nine reasons to use a cat puzzle feeder toy from our expert vet
Advice Have you discovered these benefits of using a cat puzzle feeder toy for your cats?
Neutering your pet: 11 tips from a vet that will make it easier for both of you
Vet's guide Are you neutering your pet? Read this article for our vet’s advice!
Nine tips for coping with allergic pets
Advice Vets treat allergic pets every day but can’t always find time to give you these home-care tips
