Did you know? Did you know that guinea pigs are classed as exotic animals in veterinary medicine, and live on average for five to seven years? Despite this, they are still widely viewed as inexpensive children’s pets. Their low purchase price feeds the damaging misconception that they are easy, cheap and disposable. Sadly, this belief […]
Timing is often the most important and stressful part of dog breeding. The DOD2 – Dog Ovulation Detector was designed to remove uncertainty and reduce unnecessary mating attempts to ensure breeders have clear and reliable insight into a bitch’s fertile window. Recently, we were contacted by a customer who felt confused by the pattern of […]
Welcoming the Next Generation of Veterinary Imaging At PUM we are thrilled to welcome the EVO III Portable Veterinary Ultrasound into our range. This next generation system represents a major leap forward in image quality, ease of use and field ready durability. It is designed for the realities of modern farm veterinary practice where durability, […]
Recent reporting from both the BBC and The Guardian has brought renewed attention to the dangers posed by unregulated private baby scan clinics in the United Kingdom. Qualified professionals in human and veterinary imaging will be familiar with the importance of training, governance and equipment standards, but these articles highlight just how far some private operators fall […]
At PUM, we are fortunate to meet many talented professionals in the ultrasound industry. Every now and then, a visitor reminds us just how far the field of ultrasound has come and how proud we are to be part of its ongoing evolution. Recently, we had the tremendous honour of welcoming Professor Constantine Metreweli to […]
Varicose veins are a very common condition that occurs when the veins in the legs are unable to effectively move blood back toward the heart. One way valves normally prevent blood from flowing backwards, but when these valves become weakened, blood begins to pool. This leads to veins becoming enlarged, twisted and sometimes raised beneath […]
When choosing an ultrasound machine that delivers reliable performance, adaptability, and exceptional value for money, the Elite 5600 (also sometimes known as the KX5600v or KX5600 depending on the specific configuration) continues to stand out as one of the best options available. Whether you are a paraprofessional scanner, a high-end dog or cat breeder, a […]
In the UK, many sonographers, echocardiographers, and ultrasound technicians working within the NHS or private healthcare are exploring new opportunities to broaden their skills. One area attracting increasing interest is animal ultrasound. At first glance, it seems a natural transition: the principles of ultrasound physics, scanning technique, and image optimisation are the same whether you’re scanning […]
At PUM, we’ve worked with trusted manufacturers combining cutting-edge technology, real-world testing, and decades of sonography expertise to create a range of wireless ultrasound machines that perform far beyond their size. Whether you’re scanning in a clinic, out in the field, or at the side of a tank full of exotic fish, our pocket-sized systems […]
Aalborg Zoo in Denmark made headlines last week with a public appeal for live but unwanted pets — including chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits and even horses — to be donated as food for its predators. The zoo says these animals are “gently euthanised” and then used to feed species like tigers, lions, and lynxes as […]
