Dr. James Harrington
A veterinarian with 15 years of clinical and educational practice, Dr. Harrington specialises in translating complex medical topics into language pet owners can actually use. His writing combines clinical depth with scientific accuracy, drawing on AVMA, WSAVA, and evidence-based veterinary guidelines to help owners understand what is happening inside their pet — and what to do about it.
- Credentials
- DVM, MRCVS, 15 years clinical and educational practice
- Focus
- Scientific
Authored Guides
Pet Loss Guilt: Processing Grief as a UK Pet Owner
Guilt after losing a pet is a normal part of grief, not proof of failure. UK pet owners have access to dedicated bereavement support services, from the Blue Cross helpline to RCVS-registered counsellors, that can help break the cycle of self-blame.
How to Calculate Your Pet's Diet Pawprint (UK)
A practical guide for UK pet owners to assess and reduce the environmental footprint of their dog or cat's diet. Covers protein choices, packaging waste auditing, and FEDIAF compliant swaps.
Why You Should Never Shave a Double Coated Dog
Shaving a double coated dog removes its natural insulation against both heat and cold, risking permanent coat damage. UK owners have safer, vet backed alternatives for keeping dogs cool during increasingly warm British summers.
Insect Protein Dog Food: A UK Guide to the Science
Black soldier fly larvae are gaining traction as a sustainable protein source in UK dog food. This guide examines the nutritional science, UK regulatory landscape, and practical advice for British dog owners considering the switch.
Spring Pollen Allergies in Dogs: A UK Owner's Guide
British dogs face a prolonged pollen season from March through September, with grass pollen causing the most severe allergic reactions. This guide covers recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of canine spring allergies within the UK veterinary system.
Spring Pond Management in the UK: Temperature and Feeding Guidelines
Expert veterinary advice for UK Koi keepers on navigating the volatile spring transition. Learn why the 10°C threshold is critical for feeding and how to manage 'Aeromonas Alley' during British weather fluctuations.