Ethylene glycol, or antifreeze, is used in car radiators and in some screen washes and de-icers to prevent freezing. Unfortunately, it is extremely toxic to cats, and every year many cats die from antifreeze poisoning.

At this time of year, the majority of us are walking our dogs in the dark.

The firework season can be an incredibly stressful period for our pets, these days it doesn’t just happen over one weekend but rather a series of weeks, followed by the New Year’s Eve celebrations. It can be relentless for our stressed-out pets.

 We have written some tips to help relieve your pet of their worries.

Autumn is a beautiful time of year with the change in colour and falling leaves.

But are you aware of the potential dangers to your pet?

What is Malassezia?

Malassezia pachydermatis is a type of yeast found on the skin and ears of most dogs. In most cases, these yeast organisms cause no harm. However, in some dogs, an abnormal overgrowth of Malassezia can result in the skin and/or ears becoming inflamed and sore. 

What is a harvest mite?

Trombicula Autumnalis  is a small orange coloured mite that can cause skin irritation to dogs, cats and other animals.