Dr. Rebecca MacMillan

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Rebecca is a veterinary surgeon who graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in London in 2009. She enjoys medicine in particular and she is proud to have achieved a BSAVA postgraduate certificate in small animal medicine (with commendation) from Nottingham Trent University in 2021.

She has a wealth of experience in first opinion small animal practice, having done a mixture of day-to-day routine work, on-call emergency duties and managerial roles since 2009.

She writes on various feline and canine topics for the Veterinary Content Company and a freelance basis, including behavior, nutrition, and health. Outside of work and writing she enjoys walking her own dog, spending time with her young family and baking!

Latest articles by Dr. Rebecca MacMillan

Clumber Spaniel: Breed profile

By Victoria Jones Published 22 June 25

Breed Profile These friendly dogs make fantastic family companions – provided you don’t mind a bit of drool and shedding!

Breed Profile

10 signs of an aggressive cat

By Kathryn Williams Published 22 June 25

Advice Vet reveals the warning signs of an aggressive cat so you can better understand your feline friend.

Advice

Siberian Forest cat: Breed profile

By Becks Shepherd Published 20 June 25

Breed Profile Is this water-loving and seriously smart feline the perfect match for your home?

Breed Profile

Greyhound and whippet on black background

Greyhound vs whippet

By Kathryn Williams Published 19 June 25

Advice They may share many physical traits, but dig a little deeper, and there are some key differences

Advice

Basenji: Breed Profile

By David Crookes Published 18 June 25

Breed Profile They’re known as Africa’s barkless dog but is this breed worth making a big noise about?

Breed Profile

Simon Biles smiling off to one side in front of a purple backdrop

What you need to know about Simone Biles’ dogs and future plans for more

By Becks Shepherd Published 17 June 25

Advice Here’s everything you need to know about Simone Biles’ dogs

Advice

Dog running towards a girl in a field who is crouching down with her arms out

5 things you need for recall training

By Megan Milstead Published 16 June 25

Behaviorist's guide Here's everything you need to get started with mastering recall

Behaviorist's guide

Best pet cameras

By Megan Milstead Last updated 16 June 25

Tried & Tested Here are the best options for keeping an eye on your animals at home

Tried & Tested

European vs American Doberman

By Kathryn Williams Published 15 June 25

Advice There are some key differences that are worth considering

Advice

Newfoundland: Breed Profile

By David Crookes Published 15 June 25

Breed Profile Known to be wonderful workers, will these sweet-natured dogs work for you?

Breed Profile

10 healthiest cat breeds

By Kathryn Williams Published 14 June 25

Advice Vet reveals which breeds are least susceptible to ill health

Advice

Bichon Frise vs Maltese on black background

Maltese vs Bichon Frise

By Kathryn Williams Published 13 June 25

Advice Learn the difference between these two cute and cuddly breeds

Advice

Dog's head lying on the floor looking into the distance with a sad look and watery eye, with a blue wall behind

Signs of grief in pets

By Megan Milstead Published 13 June 25

Vet's Guide Here’s how to support pets showing signs of grief

Vet's Guide

Dog lying down next to a pile of shedded fur and two brushes

10 tips for managing dog shedding

By Amy Davies, Megan Milstead Last updated 12 June 25

Advice Shedding can be intense – here are the best ways to keep on top of it

Advice

Dog nail clippers vs nail grinders: Which is best for your pup?

By Amy Davies, Alexis De Leaver Last updated 12 June 25

Advice When it comes to dog nail clippers vs grinders, we’ve got the pros and cons to each

Advice

A photo of a cane corso and a rottweiler cut out on a black background

Cane corso vs Rottweiler: Vet's breed comparison

By Amy Davies, Megan Milstead Last updated 10 June 25

Breed Profile Can you spot the difference between a cane corso and a Rottweiler? Our vet reveals all – including strength, trainability, and appearance

Breed Profile