Small pets at risk of heatstroke as global temperatures rise, study warns

Small pets at risk of heatstroke as global temperatures rise, study warns

‘Owners of small animals such as rabbits, ferrets and guinea pigs may need to review their pet’s housing and take steps to keep their pets cool in the warmer months to reduce the risk of heatstroke,’ she said.

Small pets at risk of heatstroke as temperatures rise, study finds

Small pets at risk of heatstroke as temperatures rise, study finds

The researchers say their findings highlight the need for better public awareness of heatstroke and the risk to all animals, and that cases will continue to rise with warmer weather because of the climate emergency.

Vets want to help your pet – and you – but death threats aren’t good for anyone’s health

Vets want to help your pet – and you – but death threats aren’t good for anyone’s health

Your dog doesn’t know they have cancer and we’re having difficult conversations about surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, palliative care.Although we dwell on the difficult clients, I know that most appreciate the care we give them and their pets.

Family shocked to find pet dog is actually fox wreaking havoc in town

Family shocked to find pet dog is actually fox wreaking havoc in town

Run Run does look like a little dog (Pictures: Jam Press)When you bring home a new pet, you never know for sure what you’re going to get.

'It was love at first sight': readers on their new lockdown pets

'It was love at first sight': readers on their new lockdown pets

Having dogs was a distant dream as I never thought I’d leave London, but a few months into lockdown I agreed with my employer that I would continue to WFH three days a week once we return to the office.

Guinea pig befriends dogs with exact same black and white markings

Guinea pig befriends dogs with exact same black and white markings

Margo and Jenson have the exact same markings (Picture: Caters News Agency) Margo has become close with her brothers, George and Jenson (Picture: Caters News Agency)Jenna said: ‘Margo has become really famous thanks to her Collie-like markings.

Should pets ever be kept in classrooms?

Should pets ever be kept in classrooms?

Animal charities say it’s teaching the wrong lessons – but schools argue it inspires children to learn about the natural world. Watching duck eggs hatch in a classroom was a “wow” experience that brought the topic to life, says Sarah Holmes, teacher in Derby High School’s primary department.

Resilient Goldfish Saved by Amazing Surgery

Resilient Goldfish Saved by Amazing Surgery

Dr. Faye Bethell, the veterinarian who performed the surgery, explained, “The goldfish was constipated because he had a lump blocking his bottom, rather than because of his diet or any other reason.”

Guinea Pig Appreciation Day is on Monday July 16

Guinea Pig Appreciation Day is on Monday July 16

Guinea Pigs Get Ready for Takeoff!