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How to keep your pet safe this Christmas
7th December, 2021
The festive season can be quite stressful – at times even dangerous – for our beloved pets. Especially if you own a puppy or kitten. There will be lots of ‘firsts’ for them, so make sure their curiosity or cheekiness doesn’t get them into a sticky Christmas spot....
A-Z of dog health problems - part 2
29th November, 2021
Every canine will suffer from ill health from time to time, but with specialist pet insurance in place, you don’t have to delay getting them the treatment they need....
What is pancytopenia in cats?
25th November, 2021
There has been a sudden increase in feline pancytopenia in recent months, prompting a recall of cat food. Hundreds of cats are believed to have died from the mysterious illness....
What is luxating patella in dogs?
24th November, 2021
Luxating patella is one of the most common orthopaedic conditions of dogs, diagnosed in more than one in 20 puppies. It is a condition which affects primarily small dogs, particularly breeds such as Boston and Yorkshire Terriers, Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, and Miniature Poodles....
Keep household medicines away from prying paws, vets warn
23rd November, 2021
Vets have urged owners to keep cold and flu medication away from their pets this winter after a puppy needed emergency treatment after swallowing ibuprofen. Six-month-old Lilly the Labrador cross was saved with the help of vet charity PDSA and pet emergency service Vets Now after eating tablets that she had found on a bedside table....
Study reveals dog breeds most affected by ear infections
23rd November, 2021
One in every 14 dogs in the UK suffers from ear infection each year, according to new research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). Knowing more about the condition can help you spot the signs and ensure your dog gets prompt treatment when they need it. Ear infections (clinically known as ‘otitis externa’) occur when the lining of a dog’s ear becomes inflamed and thickened in either one......
Pets helped us feel less alone during lockdown, study shows
23rd November, 2021
Cat and dog owners feel that their pets had a positive effect on their wellbeing during the pandemic, researchers have found. In a study by the University of the West of Scotland and the Waltham Petcare Science Institute, around 85% of dog owners and 75% of cat owners said their pets had an extremely or moderately positive effect on their wellbeing....
ADHD-like behaviour seen in some dogs
23rd November, 2021
Some dogs show behaviours that are similar to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in humans, researchers say. A study involving more than 11,000 pet dogs carried out at the University of Helsinki demonstrated that a dog’s sex, age and breed, as well as any behavioural problems and certain environmental factors, are connected to hyperactive and impulsive behaviour and inattention....
What is blue green algae poisoning in dogs?
16th November, 2021
We all love seeing our beloved pups paddle through the water – noses pointed in the air, they look like they're having to muster all their strength to stop themselves from going under. But, owners need to be mindful of letting their pet just swim anywhere. If blue-green algae is lurking, it could cause all manner of health issues for your unknowing dog....