Scientists at University of Bristol conducting the Big Tick Project say recent confirmed cases of Babesia canis in four dogs in Essex that had not travelled abroad, have increased the need for surveillance of tick-borne disease in the UK.

Launched last year, the Big Tick Project has become the largest-ever veterinary study of ticks and tick-borne disease in the UK, if not worldwide. In addition to the potential for tick mapping and greater understanding about what is perceived to be a...

It takes five long years at Vet School to become a vet but the learning doesn't stop there!

Every day in practice yields something new - so the job is a constant learning curve. Here at St Boniface Vets we are passionate about further study and personal development. Each member of the team is encouraged to develop their particular interests and work towards additional qualifications. This enables us to provide our clients and their animals with the most up-to-date care.

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Rabbits get dental disease too! In fact it is one of the most common problems seen in pet rabbits.  It can be very serious and potentially life-threatening.  Rabbits teeth grow continuously and can wear unevenly.  When this happens pointed spikes form on the side of the teeth becoming painful and sometimes infected.  The tooth roots become distorted and overlong and frequently develop abscesses.

Unlike cats and dogs, rabbits DO frequently stop eating which is a serious concern. This...

4 key reasons for neutering male rabbits.

1) Prevention of pregnancy
This is the most common reason for neutering a rabbit; ideally a male and female should be kept as a neutered pair. There are an estimated 67,000 unwanted pet rabbits registered through rescue centres every year in the UK, we want to avoid breeding more! Young males if castrated prior to sexually maturity, at around 4 months, do not have chance to become fertile and so can stay...