Dr Rebecca MacMillan
Rebecca is a veterinary surgeon who graduated in 2009 from the Royal Veterinary College in London. She has a wealth of experience in first opinion small animal practice, having done a mixture of day-to-day routine work, on-call emergency duties and managerial roles over the years. Rebecca enjoys medicine in particular and she is proud to have recently achieved a BSAVA postgraduate certificate in small animal medicine (with commendation).
She writes on various feline and canine topics, including behavior, nutrition, and health. Outside of work and writing she enjoys walking her own dog, spending time with her young family and baking!
Latest articles by Dr Rebecca MacMillan

The best cat food for senior cats 2025 that will keep your older feline healthy
By Megan Milstead published
Tried & Tested We've rounded up the best cat food for senior cats.

Why is my dog not food motivated?
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Pondering the question 'why is my dog not food motivated?' Vet reveals five common reasons (and what you can do about it).

Can you freeze dry dog food? Here's the best way to store kibble to keep it fresh
By Zara Gaspar last updated
Vet's guide Can you freeze dry dog food? Vet reveals everything you need to know.

Best outdoor cat enclosures
By David Crookes last updated
Buying Guide The best outdoor cat enclosures keep your furry friend safe and secure while letting them experience the great outdoors.

Best flea collars for dogs 2025
By Ann-Sophie Kaemmerle, Alexis De Leaver last updated
Buying Guide Invest in the best flea collars for dogs and keep a canine companion critter-free

Why do cats eat hair?
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Why do cats eat hair? Vet shares five reasons why your kitty is munching on your mane!

How to read dog body language
By Jim McCauley last updated
Advice Here’s how to read dog body language so you’ll always know what your canine companion is thinking and feeling.

Why do dogs have tails?
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's Guide Why do dogs have tails? Fluffy, skinny, curly or stumpy, a vet explains the purpose of our fur friend's cutest feature.

Why do dog's farts smell so bad?
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Why do dog's farts smell so bad? We spoke to a vet to find out!

Vet weighs in on why you shouldn’t let your cat play with yarn (and what to give them instead)
By Megan Milstead published
Vet's guide An expert explains why this isn't such a good idea

Best dental chews for dogs 2025: Keep your pup's teeth in top shape
By Alexis De Leaver last updated
Buying guide Check out our top picks of the best dental chews for dogs to keep your dog's teeth healthy and clean.

Why does my cat paw at her water bowl? Vet reveals the 6 most common reasons (and what you can do to stop it)
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Vet's guide Why does my cat paw at her water bowl? We have the answer — and the solution!

Is grain-free food better for cats? Vet spills the beans on this designer diet
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Is grain-free food better for cats? We asked a vet to weigh in — and what they had to say may just surprise you!

Why do dogs get stuck when mating? Vet reveals everything you need to know
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Why do dogs get stuck when mating? We found out the reason, how long it lasts and whether there's anything you can do.

Why do cats suck on blankets? Vet reveals 6 common reasons (and what you can do about it)
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide Why do cats suck on blankets and is there anything you can do to stop it? We have the answers!

We tested the best toys for indoor cats in 2025 – here are the winners
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested Looking for the best toys for indoor cats? These are guaranteed to keep your kitty entertained.

Why do dogs scratch their bed? Vet reveals the 6 most common reasons
By Jamie Middleton last updated
Vet's Guide Vet answers the question 'why do dogs scratch their bed?' And some of the reasons may just surprise you!

Why do dogs get the zoomies? Vet reveals 5 reasons why your pup goes bonkers!
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide ‘Zoomies’ describes the sudden running around that most dogs do from time to time, but why do dogs get the zoomies?

The 10 best dog treats 2025, tried and tested by real pups
By Megan Milstead last updated
Tried & Tested These are the best dog treats based on taste, quality, value for money, and size.

What colors can cats see? A vet reveals the answer (and it may just surprise you!)
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide We asked a vet 'what colors can cats see?' Here's what they had to say...

How to get my dog to stop whining
By Kathryn Williams published
Vet's guide How to get my dog to stop whining is at the top of many a pet parent's priority list — this vet's advice is a great starting place.

Choose the best fish tank for happy, healthy, aquatic pets
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Buying Guide The best fish tank will deliver housing, camouflage, space to swim and more for your finned friends!

Kitten food vs cat food — does it really matter which meal you dish up to your moggy?
By Kathryn Williams last updated
Advice An expert vet settles the kitten food vs cat food debate once and for all so you can rest easy knowing you’re feeding your feline friend the best possible meal.
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