AUTHOR
Robyn Lowe
13 Articles
Robyn J Lowe BSc Hons, Dip AVN (Small Animal), Dip HE CVN is a small animal Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) who regularly writes articles for academic journals and publications for animal owners. Robyn has a passion for evidence-based medicine, volunteers for Canine Arthritis Management, runs the Veterinary Voices Public Page, and campaigns on mental health and animal welfare issues.
Grain-free diets in dogs: a recipe for heartbreak?
Grain-free feeding has grown in popularity in recent years, but few owners are aware of the risk these diets can present to a dog's cardiovascular health
Veterinary Homeopathy: Is the bark worse than the bite?
Once owners have been persuaded to put their faith in alternative treatments like homeopathy, it can be extremely hard for veterinary professionals to change their mind.
The ‘raw feeding’ trend can cause real harm to your pets – and to you
The popularity of 'raw feeding' is often based on misunderstood animal welfare and conspiracy theories around conventional pet foods
Norway banned the breeding of brachycephalic dogs – is it time for other countries to follow suit?
The breeding of brachycephalic dogs like bulldogs and King Charles spaniels results in health problems that should not be ignored or normalised
Medical mistrust: what to do when the evidence isn’t enough
Evidence alone isn't enough to persuade people that their healthcare professionals have their best interests at heart - we also need to actively listen to people's concerns
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