Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!
Vets welcome new animal welfare law
16th June, 2021
Proposed legislation that would crack down on illegal puppy smuggling and pave the way for a ban on the import of dogs with cropped ears has been welcomed by the British Veterinary Association (BVA)....
17 fascinating facts about your cat’s whiskers
3rd June, 2021
To explain why your cat’s whiskers really are, well, the cat’s whiskers, we’ve put together a list of 17 fascinating facts about them. So read on to find out more....
Using mindfulness to de-stress with your pet
26th May, 2021
Spending time with our pets is good for us and them — and has been particularly important over the last year. In fact, a study after the first lockdown in 2020 showed that sharing a home with a pet appeared to act as a buffer against psychological stress....
How to help a cat give birth
25th May, 2021
While cats often give birth without any help from us, it’s still important to know all you can about the process, in case they need a helping hand. Read our ‘How to’ guide to helping a cat give birth and you’ll be a proud pet grandparent in no time!...
One in three new dog owners end up buying a new car
19th May, 2021
In the home and on the move, pets take up a surprising amount of room. In fact, many dog owners find they need a bigger car to accommodate their four-legged friend. Last year, more than a third (35%) of new dog-owning motorists had to ‘pup-size’ by buying a bigger or more practical car because of their pet, according to new research from automotive marketplace CarGurus....
How to protect your pet in a fire
14th May, 2021
We would do everything we could to keep our families safe from the devastating impact of a fire. And we’d do exactly the same for our pets. So the question is: Are you doing enough to keep your pets protected in the event of a fire?...
Should cats be microchipped?
13th May, 2021
To give your precious puss the best protection possible even when they are lost or missing, one of the most important things to do is to get them microchipped. This way you’ll give them a greater chance of being found and safely returned to you – no matter how far they’ve wandered....
Helping your cat adjust to life after lockdown
12th May, 2021
With lockdown restrictions continuing to ease across the UK, our cats will find themselves home alone a lot more. While many cats will enjoy the extra peace and quiet, any change in routine can be worrying and stressful for our furry companions, says Cats Protection....
Can cats swim?
10th May, 2021
From hiding at bath time to staying indoors on rainy days, if you ask most owners whether their feline friends like water, you’d probably receive a resounding ‘No!’. But is that true? And if your cat does like water, are there any ways to keep them safe from harm? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in our guide to water safety for cats....