Dr. Rebecca MacMillan

Dr. Rebecca MacMillan

Vet

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

Pitbull vs boxer on black background

Pitbull vs boxer

By Kathryn Williams published

Breed profile Our vet compares these energetic and intelligent breeds

Breed profile
Aussiedoodle leaping over purple flowers

Aussiedoodle: Breed Profile

By David Crookes published

Breed Profile This crossbreed has become popular, but they can be a challenge

Breed Profile
dog having nails trimmed with one of the best nail grinders for dogs

Best nail grinders for the ultimate pet pedi

By Alexis De Leaver last updated

Buying Guide These nail grinders can make trimming your pet's nails an absolute breeze

Buying Guide
Jack Rusell Terrier running outside

Small dog syndrome

By Alexis De Leaver published

Vet's Guide Our vet reveals some ways you can prevent it

Vet's Guide

How to survive July 4th fireworks with an anxious dog

By Megan Milstead published

Vet's Guide You'll want to hear our vet’s top tips

Vet's Guide
Ibizan Hound standing in the road

Rarest dog breeds

By Becks Shepherd last updated

Advice From Telomians to Lagotto Romagnolos, these are the rarest breeds in the world right now

Advice
happy cat being petted under the chin

10 signs your cat is happy

By Kathryn Williams last updated

Advice Know what to look for with a little help from an expert vet

Advice
Teacup Morkie

9 adorable teacup dog breeds

By Kathryn Williams last updated

Advice They may be small in size, but they are mighty in heart and personality.

Advice
Clumber Spaniel running

Clumber Spaniel: Breed profile

By Victoria Jones published

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

Breed Profile
Abyssinian cat hissing

10 signs of an aggressive cat

By Kathryn Williams published

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

Advice
Siberian Forest cat

Siberian Forest cat: Breed profile

By Becks Shepherd published

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

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

Advice
Basenji standing

Basenji: Breed Profile

By David Crookes published

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

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

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

Behaviorist's guide
A blue and teal gradient background with cut-out images of five of the best pet cameras featured in this guide

Best pet cameras

By Megan Milstead last updated

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

Tried & Tested
European vs American Doberman

European vs American Doberman

By Kathryn Williams published

Advice There are some key differences that are worth considering

Advice
Newfoundland dog laying in grass

Newfoundland: Breed Profile

By David Crookes published

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

Breed Profile
Healthy cat being examined by a vet

10 healthiest cat breeds

By Kathryn Williams published

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

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

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

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

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

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
Chesapeake Bay Retriever running through water

Chesapeake Bay Retriever: Breed profile

By Victoria Jones published

Breed Profile They’re super-smart and devoted family members, but are they the right fit for you?

Breed Profile
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