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

Joint pain in dogs: How to help with arthritis and other disorders
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide Joint pain in dogs is a common complaint. Vet Dr Rebecca MacMillan explores the various causes and treatment options

Changing dog food: How to transition dog food safely
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide You can’t rush when changing dog food so read Dr. Rebecca MacMillan's advice on how to do it safely

Dog won’t eat kibble: A vet's guide to feeding a fussy canine
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide Dog won't eat kibble? Dr. Rebecca MacMillan outlines the most common reasons why and what you can do about it

Why does my dog walk and poop? A vet's guide
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide Why does my dog walk and poop? Dr. Rebecca MacMillan explores the possible reasons for this puzzling behavior

Why is my cat sleeping in their litter box?
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide Why is my cat sleeping in their litter box? Veterinary surgeon, Rebecca MacMillan explores the reasons behind this behavior and shares preventative tips

Dog fleas vs cat fleas: What's the difference?
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Advice Is there a difference between dog fleas vs cat fleas or are they one and the same? Our vet reveals the answer!

Do dogs need coats in the winter? A vet's guide
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
ADVICE Veterinary surgeon Rebecca MacMillan looks at what type of dogs need to wear coats and when.

What causes reverse sneezing in dogs? Our vet explains
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice Reverse sneezing in dogs can seem dramatic but should you be worried? Find out more from our vet

Why are my dog's ears cold? A vet's guide
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice If your dog's ears are cold then read on to find out the reasons why this might be!

How do I know if I have a scared dog? Our vet explains
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice A scared dog can be tricky to manage, our vet explains how to help your fearful pet

Why do dogs chase their tails?
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Advice Why do dogs chase their tails? It could be a sign of a larger problem

Acid reflux in cats: Vet's guide to symptoms and treatment
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan last updated
Vet's guide Is acid reflux in cats a serious problem? Our vet explores how you can help your pet!

8 common hamster illnesses
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice It’s worth being familiar with some of the most common hamster illnesses, our vet explains more!

7 simple ways to boost your dog's immunity
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice How can you help to boost your dog’s immunity? Our vet shares some top tips!

Excessive dog drooling: Vet's guide to causes and treatment
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide Excessive dog drooling can have several underlying causes. Our vet explores this in more detail

Sensitive stomach in dogs: Vet's guide to causes and treatment
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide Our vet looks at the reasons behind a sensitive stomach in dogs and how you can help them

Why is my dog grinding their teeth? Vet's guide to causes and treatment
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide Is your dog grinding their teeth? Our vet explores why this might be and how to help your pet

IBD in cats: What is it and how is it treated?
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide What is IBD in cats? Our vet looks at inflammatory bowel disease and its treatment in more detail

How long should I wait to take my dog out after eating?
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide How long should I wait to take my dog out after eating? Our vet explores this question!

How tight should a dog harness be? Vet's guide to getting the right fit
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice Have you wondered how tight should a dog harness be? Let’s look at how to fit one correctly!

Cat poop: Normal, constipation and diarrhea
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide When it comes to cat poop, do you know what’s normal? Read on to find out more!

Why is my dog snoring?
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Advice Is your dog snoring? Our vet explores whether this is normal, so read on to find out more!

Yeast infection in dogs: A vet's guide to causes and treatment
By Dr Rebecca MacMillan published
Vet's guide A yeast infection in dogs is a very common ear and skin complaint, read on to find out more!
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