Veterinarian & Pet Health Writer
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.
A veterinary guide to the biology, risks, and strict protocols required for safely composting dog and cat waste using worms. Learn how to manage pathogen control and pharmaceutical residues.
A veterinary guide to safely transitioning koi from winter dormancy to spring activity. Learn the critical relationship between water temperature, metabolic rates, and safe feeding protocols.
A comprehensive breakdown of the environmental impact of pet food formulations. Dr. James Harrington analyses life cycle assessments, protein sourcing, and packaging to help owners make sustainable choices without compromising nutrition.
Rising spring temperatures can increase fish waste production. Test ammonia and nitrite if biological filtration struggles, and monitor nitrate accumulation when filtration is working.
A veterinary look at how supervised aquatic therapy may support mobility and function after surgery. We explore the physics of buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, and thermal effects in canine rehabilitation.
Dr. James Harrington explains the biological mechanisms behind canine atopic dermatitis and seasonal pollen allergies. Learn why your dog itches, how to distinguish atopy from other conditions, and the latest evidence-based treatments for long-term relief.
As spring temperatures rise, so does the risk of sandfly-borne Leishmaniasis. Dr. James Harrington explains the vector biology, clinical progression, and evidence-based prevention protocols for at-risk dogs.