Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!
We’re a Finalist in the Insurance Choice Awards 2021!
23rd September, 2021
The Insurance Choice Awards are voted for by you, our customers, which makes this announcement extra special. So far, over 29,000 customers have had their say. We are delighted to be announced as a Finalist. Voting continues for finalists, closing at 11:59pm on 10th October, with the winners being revealed on the 4th November....
Changes to Manage My Policy Online Portal
20th September, 2021
We’re excited to let you know about some changes we’ve made to ‘Manage My Policy’. These updates will allow you to make and track claims online removing the need for paper claims forms and giving you access to upload all supporting claims documentation. This should help in speeding up the claims settlement process allowing us to pay out your claim quicker than before....
Let your cat choose when to be petted
14th September, 2021
Cats are more loving when people are in tune with their needs, researchers have shown. Cats have a reputation for being stand-offish and perhaps not as friendly as dogs. While this is unfair, most cats do tend to appreciate interacting with humans on their own terms....
Autumn risks for dogs
14th September, 2021
Autumn is a great time of year for long walks with your beloved pooch. But with the change of seasons comes a number of doggy dangers. Here are some of the most common risks for dogs in autumn....
Healthy treats for dogs
13th September, 2021
We all like to treat our four-legged friends from time to time – perhaps as a way of rewarding good behaviour, during a training session or just as an expression of our love for them....
New law aims to crack down on pet theft
8th September, 2021
A new criminal offence for pet abduction is set to be introduced by the UK government. Pet theft is currently dealt with as loss of property under the Theft Act 1968, with a maximum sentence of seven years....
Can dogs and rabbits live together?
6th September, 2021
Everyone needs a friend – whether human or animal. And just like humans, different animals have different requirements when it comes to companionship. Take the relationship between dogs and rabbits as an example....
Vets welcome plan to crack down on illegal puppy imports
31st August, 2021
The UK government has set out plans to safeguard the welfare of imported puppies and dogs. New measures will raise the minimum age for importing a puppy from 15 weeks to six months; ban the import of dogs with cropped ears and docked tails; and prohibit the import of heavily pregnant dogs to help protect puppy and mother welfare....
Cats prefer to get free meals, study shows
24th August, 2021
Cats may be expert hunters, but when given the choice between a free meal and performing a task for a meal, most cats prefer the food that doesn’t require much effort....