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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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Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health Dry skin in dogs: Treatments and prevention: 1 of 8
Dry skin can affect any dog at any age. It is irritating, itchy and if not treated can become infected and painful. Before being able to treat or prevent dry skin in dogs, you need to know the cause. Some breeds are more prone to dry skin, and other related problems, especially smaller dogs such as the West Highland Terrier ... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Cats: Increasing a child's understanding of care: 1 of 8
Having any pet is a brilliant way of teaching your child responsibility and how to care for something that depends on them for their safety and well-being. As a mother and a pet owner I find that including my daughter in the care of our animals is important not only for them but also for her development as a person. FEEDING ... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: A snowy day: 6 of 47
EGRET STORM (V.1) My heart feels heavy like the clouds, filled with deep regret, Grey and black and all around, not coloured like the egret, Who stands alone near the pond, all frozen with the chill, Only he knows of whom I'm fond, and why we're standing still. Snow is falling on the land, a blanket, thick and white, And yet... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Changing seasons: 8 of 60
Seasoned Seasons The salt and pepper Winter, Colourless sky, Cold frozen water, Beating down. The fresh parsley Spring, Green all around, Re-birth and newness, Growing through the baking soil. The mixed herb Summer, Flavoursome and whole, Different scents, Breaking against the ground. The spicy Autumn, Red, Gold and Brown, M... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition (Other) What are benefits of organic foods?: 2 of 15
The term "organic food" means food that is grown using naturally-found organisms and carbon-based compounds without the aid of chemically-manufactured pesticides or genetic modification. Throughout the world, the sale of food grown organically counts for nearly 2% of all food sales. The Pittsburgh Post Gazette website states... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Best small family dogs: 3 of 22
When considering the best small family dog, you have to consider the type of family. I have owned a lot of dogs in my time; German Shepherd, Border Collie, Greyhound, Patterdale Terrier and the ever popular Cross-Bred. I could not pick a favorite, but the Patterdale Terrier was by far the smallest and also the most tenacious... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Things you never know about pregnancy until it's too late: 4 of 29
I've always wanted children. At first I wanted 6 or 7 babies, all to love and care for. I loved the idea of being a Mum, but more than that I loved the idea of being pregnant. Oh how I wish that someone had told me exactly how traumatic, expensive and painful pregnancy was before I had made the decision to start a family! Be... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Training & Riding Bareback horse riding: 7 of 50
Bareback riding is the most natural way of riding, used over many centuries. It is only since we invented saddles that humans have become almost afraid of trying to ride without the use of tack. It is more often used over short distances when tacking up would be seen as not very time-efficient. Riding without the use of a sa... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Things that are poisonous to cats: 2 of 14
There are many substances that are considered toxic to cats, and not all of these come in the form of poisons and plants. We generally think that a cat is likely to eat something dangerous, but it is also possible for certain toxins to enter via other routes such as absorbing through the skin or being ingested when the cat w... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy A survivor's guide to late-stage pregnancy: 1 of 7
Reaching 36 weeks is a major milestone for a pregnant woman; it's nearly over! Soon you will have your body and mind back, you will have control over your own bodily functions, and you won't make a beached whale look skinny any more! Unfortunately, these last 4 weeks are the worst. They go slower than the past eight months b... More..