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Rabbit Vaccinations: RHD, Myxomatosis and What They Cost
Wondering what your rabbit's vaccinations actually cost, and whether they're worth it If you've recently brought a rabbit home, or you're working out the first year's costs before you do, the...
Arthritis in Dogs: Spotting the Early Signs and Managing It Well
Spotting the early signs of arthritis in dogs Maybe he's started taking the stairs one at a time instead of bounding up them. Maybe he's a little slower to greet you at the door, or he lets out a...
Aural Haematoma in Dogs: Why It Happens and What the Fix Involves
That sudden swollen ear, and what it usually means Your dog has been shaking their head a lot the last day or two, maybe scratching at one ear more than usual, and now the ear itself looks...
French Bulldog and Flat-Faced Breed Health Problems Explained
Why we're writing this If you share your home with a French Bulldog, a Pug or another flat-faced breed, you'll already know they come with a certain amount of extra care built in. Their charm is...
Found a lump on your dog? When to worry and what we check
Found a lump on your dog? You are stroking your dog, half thinking about something else, and your fingers catch on something that was not there before. A small swelling under the skin. Maybe it is...
Kennel Cough: Symptoms, the Vaccine and When Your Dog Needs It
That harsh, honking cough your dog can't seem to shake If your dog has suddenly developed a dry, hacking cough that sounds almost as if they've got something stuck in their throat, kennel cough is...
Pyometra in Dogs: The Warning Signs and Why It’s a Genuine Emergency
Why a few quiet symptoms can mean more than they seem Something feels off with your dog. Maybe she's drinking more than usual, or she's gone quiet on you, or her tummy looks a little rounder than it...
Cruciate ligament injury in dogs: signs, options and recovery
Cruciate ligament injury in dogs: signs, options and recovery If your dog has suddenly started favouring a back leg, you're probably doing what most owners do: watching them walk across the kitchen...
End-of-Life Care for Your Pet: How We Help You Plan, What to Expect and Support You Along the Way
Honest, gentle guidance for one of the hardest decisions you will ever make There is no comfortable way to think about losing a pet, and if you have found your way to this page, you are probably...
Choosing a Vet: 9 Questions to Ask (and How Rock House Vets Answers Them)
Choosing a vet is a bigger decision than it looks At some point, most pet owners find themselves searching for a new vet. Perhaps you have just moved to Wolverhampton, perhaps you have brought home...