Ask the Vet – December 2016 – Christmas Hazards
and temptations indoors and outside for our pets. Chocolate (especially dark chocolate), raisins (even those in your Christmas cake and mince pies), blue cheese...
Beloved Fathers of Consett
Father's Day is a joyous occasion that gives us the opportunity to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible men who have shaped our...
Ask the Vet – Vaccinations
In the UK, it is recommended that dogs, cats and rabbits are vaccinated using ‘core vaccines’ every year which will protect them against some...
Places to Go: Malton
Something to look forward to! A Saturday visit to Malton’s monthly farmers’ market in North Yorkshire saw me board the TransPennine train at Durham,...
Ask the Vet – February 2018 – Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) is a degenerative condition caused by a decline in the brain’s ability to function as your dog gets older. Amyloid...
Places to Go: Lisdoonvarna
Here on Consett Magazine, we are always looking for places to go that we think may interest you. This time we turn our attention...
Ask the Vet: Kennel Cough
Kennel cough (also known as canine infectious tracheobronchitis) can be caused by bacteria and/or viruses. It is a very contagious disease passed between dogs...
Wear it Pink – Breast Cancer Fundraiser
Pat Glass, MP for North West Durham, has shown support for women affected by breast cancer by dressing up in pink and encouraging their...
How to create a festive atmosphere in your house
The holiday season is finally upon us and what better way to embrace it than by injecting your home with warmth, joy and festive...
Living in Consett : The Country Surrounding Us
Having lived in Consett for most of my life I can safely say this is my home town.
Consett is a great place to grow...