Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS

Veterinarian

About

Joanna is an experienced veterinarian working in the UK. She has written about pets and their health for many blogs, pet magazines and pet websites and loves to help readers understand their pets through her writing.

She has started her own freelance company so she can help more pet parents than just the one standing in front of her in a consultation room.

She enjoys teaching and educating clients, so a career in writing, public education and pet health is the perfect combination for her.

Author's archive

Why One Squinting Eye in Cats Is Never Worth Ignoring

A cat squinting both eyes is usually a sign of contentment. A cat squinting just one eye is a different story. That asymmetry matters more than most cat owners…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Why One Squinting Eye in Cats Is Never Worth Ignoring

Why Chicken Bones Are More Dangerous for Cats Than Most Parents Realize

Chicken bones seem harmless enough, but for cats, they can cause serious damage quickly. Whether your cat swiped a piece off the counter or got into the bin, k…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Why Chicken Bones Are More Dangerous for Cats Than Most Parents Realize

One Household Item That Kills More Cats Than You’d Think

Cats will eat the weirdest things. Hair ties vanish from bathroom counters. Earbuds disappear from nightstands. Ribbon from last night's gift wrapping gets bat…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
One Household Item That Kills More Cats Than You’d Think

Why Vets See So Many Cats Who Ate Rubber Bands

The rubber band hits the floor with a soft snap, and before you can blink, your cat is batting it across the kitchen as they've just caught the world's bouncie…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Why Vets See So Many Cats Who Ate Rubber Bands

Don’t Panic Yet: What Happens When Cats Eat Silica Gel Packs

If your cat just chewed on a “DO NOT EAT” packet, take a breath. This is one of the most common pet-parent panics, and it happens because cats insist on invest…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Don’t Panic Yet: What Happens When Cats Eat Silica Gel Packs

Vets Reveal the Scary Truth About Cats and Chicken Bones

Giving your cat a chicken bone, or having them steal one off your plate, is a common and very easy mistake to make. Chicken smells irresistible to cats, and to…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Vets Reveal the Scary Truth About Cats and Chicken Bones

Can Dogs Be Allergic to Cats? Our Vet Answers

Allergies are common in dogs and are one of the top reasons for veterinary visits 1. We often hear of pollens, dust mites, and certain foods causing allergies,…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS
Can Dogs Be Allergic to Cats? Our Vet Answers

What Can My Cat Eat at Thanksgiving? 16 Vet Reviewed Do’s & Don’ts

Anyone who thinks dogs are the biggest beggars of food in the pet world clearly hasn’t met a cat! However, not all people food is good for our pets. When it co…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
What Can My Cat Eat at Thanksgiving? 16 Vet Reviewed Do’s & Don’ts

9 Most Common Illnesses & Diseases in Cats: Our Vet Answers

Cats are masters at hiding signs of illness, no matter what age they are. So, it is important to have an understanding of the common illnesses and diseases the…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS
9 Most Common Illnesses & Diseases in Cats: Our Vet Answers

Pancreatitis in Cats: Signs, Care & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Pancreatitis is the medical term describing inflammation of the pancreas—an organ that produces certain hormones, like insulin, as well as digestive enzymes to…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt BVM BVS
Pancreatitis in Cats: Signs, Care & Treatment (Vet Answer)