Sophie Bell
Every part of a lily can be toxic to a cat
Lilies can look beautiful around the home, but if you are a cat owner they can be deadly for your pet. If a cat eats or rubs up against...
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ADVICE FROM THE VET
Dr Sophie Bell, veterinary surgeon and pet first aid consultant offers advice on pet related health questions
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Sophie Bell
Sep 13, 20221 min read
My Dog keeps being sick... What should I do?
It can be alarming and you should be vigilant as there are many causes, some of which are a medical or surgical emergency. Vomiting leads...
Sophie Bell
Aug 4, 20223 min read
Thinking of doing a dog first aid course?
When it comes to doing a dog first aid course there are a few different options to choose from, and where some dog first aid courses...
Sophie Bell
Jan 16, 20222 min read
Don’t bin the litter tray! Cats and Kittens
Your cat is housetrained, great! They are now going outside to do their business and you want to ditch their smelly indoor loo. Don’t!...
Sophie Bell
Jan 16, 20222 min read
How can you encourage your cat to drink more water?
Like dogs, cats have a special taste bud on their tongue specifically geared towards water which makes It extra tasty. However, unlike...
Sophie Bell
Oct 18, 20212 min read
Dog Fleas - The signs and treatment
Fleas! These itchy little creatures can cause major issues for some pets. They can carry tapeworm, so a pet with fleas may well have...
Sophie Bell
Oct 13, 20214 min read
Can a dog eat strawberries? And 8 other fruits
So many dog owners ask theses type of questions and rightly so. What can my dog eat and what can't they eat. We have so many food items...
Sophie Bell
Oct 4, 20213 min read
Can dogs eat grapes?
Such a common question asked by dog owners is... can my dog eats grapes? Are the rumours true that they are dangerous for our furry...
Sophie Bell
Jan 16, 20213 min read
Dog Willies - When they get stuck
Dogs willies! Well they are just part of the job. And yes I do call them willies, I should probably be more professional and say the p...
Sophie Bell
Dec 11, 20204 min read
How to protect your dog from grass seeds
Grass seeds might be small, but they can pose a real threat to our pets, especially during late spring and summertime.
Sophie Bell
Dec 11, 20203 min read
Mushroom poisoning in dogs: what owners need to know
We asked Dr Bell and here's what she said: “Get them to the vet as soon as possible. Take a picture, or better still a sample of the...
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