Dr. Alice
Athow-Frost
Veterinarian, BVM BVS MRCVS
Experience
Over 7 years of veterinary experience
Location
Graduated from the University of Nottingham, UK
About
Dr Amanda Charles qualified as a vet from Liverpool University in 2002 and has been in small animal practice ever since. Amanda enjoys empowering pet parents by giving them up-to-date and accurate information and loves the variety that being a vet brings. Outside of work, Amanda has two very active young sons and an equally active Cocker Spaniel who keep her busy! She also has a Ragdoll cat with a big personality!Experience
Amanda is a small animal veterinarian with over 20 years of experience and a special interest in skin conditions. She has a Postgraduate Certificate in Dermatology. Amanda works part-time in clinical practice primarily doing extended dermatology consultations, and also enjoys telemedicine alongside editing work.Education
Amanda graduated as a vet from the University of Liverpool in 2002 with a BVSc (Bachelor of Veterinary Science).Archive
Jul 25, 2025
Going to the vet’s office isn’t much different than seeing your doctor. You want to make the most out of your time with minimal hassle. Your veterinarian also wants to use their time effectively to help you and your animal...
Jun 19, 2025
Divorce is never easy, and it’s even more complicated when pets are involved. Cats like their routines, and they get attached to their caregivers. Unfortunately, significant changes are on the horizon when it comes to divorce. While you can’t eliminate...
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Jun 19, 2025
Though it may not be considered a necessary part of caring for cats, there are significant benefits to weighing your cat. Since cats can’t use words to tell us if they’re feeling sick, cat owners must be observant and look...
Jun 19, 2025
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Jun 19, 2025
There’s an urban legend that says the majestic Maine Coon came from the cross of a Norwegian cat and a raccoon. This myth is likely due to the fact that the Maine Coon is a huge feline with distinctive markings...
Jun 19, 2025
A cat that smells like maple syrup may sound pleasant, but in reality, it could be an indicator of a medical issue. If your cat smells like maple syrup, we’re glad you’re here because we will discuss the three possible...
Jun 19, 2025
Cats do not see the world in the same way that humans do. Their eye anatomy is different, and their eyes glow due to a reflective membrane at the back of their eyes that helps them see well in the...
Jun 19, 2025
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Jun 19, 2025
Cat ownership changed forever when kitty litter was invented in 1947. You didn’t have to let the family pet outside to do their business anymore which was a relief for many pet owners. Absorbent clay did the job, but it...
Jun 19, 2025
We all know that cat pee smells awful, but did you know that cat pee can be harmful to you and can cause allergic reactions in people who are allergic to cats? But just how dangerous is cat pee, can...
Jul 25, 2025
There are various types of cat litter out there, and while we’d like to think that everything for sale is perfectly safe for your cat, that simply isn’t the case. Typically, silica cat litter is safe for cats, but it...
Jun 19, 2025
Cats have amazing sensory abilities. They can see in low light conditions that people struggle to navigate and can rotate their ears 180 degrees. Their noses even put ours to shame; cats are thought to be able to smell 14...
Jun 19, 2025
If your cat has regular access to the outdoors and likes to hang out in your backyard enjoying the sunshine, you may have left a bit of food outside for your buddy to enjoy, only to discover that slugs seem...
Jun 19, 2025
While cats are obligate carnivores that require a primarily meat-based diet, not all forms of meat are healthy for cats. Tamales, for example, can be stuffed with protein-packed ingredients like beans, meats, and cheeses, but can you share them with...
