Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS
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. She 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS
Cat won't eat dry food? Here’s what a vet said could be behind it
By Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide If your cat won’t eat dry food, there may be a simple solution as our expert explains
Blood in cat’s stool? Vet shares 8 reasons why and what you should do about it
By Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide If you’re anxious about blood in your cat’s stool, our expert vet is here to help.
How to give a cat a flea bath that hates water
By Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS last updated
Vet's guide Infested cats need cleaning so if you’re wondering how to give a cat a flea bath that hates water, check out our veterinary expert’s advice
Changing dog food: How to transition dog food safely
By Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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!
7 simple ways to boost your dog's immunity
By Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS published
Vet's guide Excessive dog drooling can have several underlying causes. Our vet explores this in more detail
Why is my dog grinding their teeth? Vet's guide to causes and treatment
By Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS 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 Rebecca MacMillan BVetMed BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS last updated
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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