Whether someone has a physical or mental impairment or not, animals are here to play a big part in our lives.

With so much on a parents plate already, would it be safe to assume that a consultant is someone who has our best interests at heart, and the outcomes they seek favour us more than annual targets?

Each year on the last day of February people across the globe, come together to recognise and advocate for the 300 million plus individuals that live with a rare disease. Many people or organisations involved strive to impact the daily lives of those who live with a rare disease by educating the public and policy makers. This focus covers many areas such as improved care, social opportunities, better treatment and being treated as individuals. Why is it important? Many still