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I am the Sub-Steward for both the Vets & Pet Health and Horses channels under Pets & Animals.

My previous careers have mainly been in the animal care industry. I worked as a Veterinary Nurse (unqualified) for many years before settling down in Somerset,

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy What do Braxton Hicks contractions feel like?: 1 of 11
Braxton Hicks are named after the doctor John Braxton Hicks who was the first person to describe the contractions also known as false labour contractions that happen during pregnancy without actually leading to the cervix dilating. They can happen as early as 6 weeks into the pregnancy, although are not often seen or felt un... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Infertility How miscarriage can overshadow the joy of the next pregnancy: 1 of 10
My husband and I had been trying for a baby for two years. In October 2006 we finally got the news we wanted, yet I knew something was wrong. After a month of spotting, blood tests and scans we were told that the embryo had died. They performed an ERPC (Evacuation of Retained Products of Conception) and I was no longer pregn... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood How to have a happy marriage when you're busy parenting: 3 of 28
It is often said that you will only find out exactly how strong your marriage is once you have children. This could not be more true. A newborn baby will put strain onto the strongest of relationships, and breakdowns often occur after the first child is born. But, it is possible to keep a marriage happy and healthy even if y... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Dealing with postpartum depression: 1 of 9
As soon as you tell someone that you are battling postpartum, or postnatal, depression the immediate thought is that you are going to harm your baby or yourself. It saddens me whenever I see that look cross the faces of people who just don't understand. Postnatal depression is a completely different illness to postnatal psyc... More..
Pets & Animals > Reptiles & Amphibians Water dragon care: 1 of 9
Water dragons originate from the Eastern end of the world, being found in both China and Australia. They can grow up to 3 feet long, a length made up mainly by their tails. The Australian water dragon is more commonly seen than the Chinese or Green water dragon as a pet, but both require the same sort of care. HABITAT A terr... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Common cat illnesses and their symptoms: 1 of 9
Having worked as a veterinary nurse for many years, and being a cat owner, common cat illnesses are somthing I have come across on almost a daily basis. The 'Top Five' would have to be: Urinary Tract Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection, Feline Panleucopenia, Chronic Kidney Failure and Diabetes. All are fairly easy t... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues The case for animal testing: 1 of 9
The laws on animal testing differ from country to country, I have researched into animal testing for all purposes with in the United Kingdom and found the following case for animal testing. This year alone over 3,000,000 operations were performed including 90,000 cataract operations and 400 heart and lung transplant. All of ... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Introducing a new pet to your baby: 4 of 34
For years you have loved your pets; they are a member of your family. But now you have an extra addition! Congratulations! But, jealousy does not just happen with older siblings; it can happen with your beloved pet too. So how do you avoid your pet hating your new baby? The first thing to remember is not to push your pet awa... More..
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Have 'Animal Rights' gone too far?: 6 of 50
The world has gone 'Animal Rights' mad. Naked protests? Throwing blood at workers of fast food restaurants? It is completely ridiculous. But, these are simply laughable events where narrow-minded individuals have not seen the bigger picture, or ever experienced the black side of animal rights protesters. There are several ha... More..
Jobs & Careers > Managing Your Career (Other) Do you hate your job?: 8 of 64
When being asked about my job, I usually answer "I don't work", but the truth is that my job is 24-7! I wear many employment hats - housekeeper, nanny, cleaner, tailor, chauffeur and cook being the most commonly worn. You see, as well as being a freelance writer I am a mother and housewife. If you were to ask me whether I ha... More..