Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!
How to help a hyperactive dog
21st June, 2022
Read on as we discuss how hyperactivity develops in dogs and what you can do to help if your own pet displays this behaviour. Hyperactive canines can be unpredictable, which is why you should have third party dog insurance in place to guard against any claims....
Average pet insurance claim up 4% as treatment costs rise
20th June, 2022
Pet insurers are continuing to help owners owners keep their four-legged friends healthy, with a record £872m in claims processed last year, according to figures from the Association of British Insurers (ABI)....
Should your pet be wearing sunscreen?
16th June, 2022
Whether you love to tan or prefer the shade, most humans take precautions when the sun shines and protect our skin from burn or damage with sunscreen....
Pet food banks across the UK see increase in requests for help
15th June, 2022
As household bills continue to rise, it’s no surprise that pet owners across the UK are finding they need a little extra help when it comes to looking after their pets....
Sunglasses could be beneficial for older dogs
15th June, 2022
Now that the weather is starting to get sunnier (some of the time!), some vets have been advising that it might be beneficial for certain dogs to wear sunglasses, either to protect their eyes from the sun or to minimize irritation whilst outside....
Companionship is the top reason for getting a dog
9th June, 2022
There are so many benefits of having a dog, from their loyal friendship to helping you stay active and meeting new people while you’re out for a walk....
Growing up with a dog may help protect against Crohn’s disease
9th June, 2022
Children who grow up with a dog may have some protection later in life from a common inflammatory bowel disease known as Crohn’s disease, researchers have found....
Study raises concerns over health risks faced by Pugs
7th June, 2022
Pugs face such serious health conditions that they can no longer be considered a “typical dog” from a health perspective, a new study suggests. The research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) revealed that the health of Pugs is now substantially different and largely worse than other dogs....
The definitive guide to stopping your cat waking you up at night
31st May, 2022
Ever had your slumber disturbed by an insistent ‘meow’? Or been startled awake in the early hours by your kitten’s claws piercing your toes? Cats have little respect for their owners’ need for eight hours of uninterrupted shut-eye. When they want to eat, play or be cuddled, they’ll let you and your family know about it!...