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The importance of cat vaccinations
1st September, 2020
One of the most important tasks you will carry out as a new kitten owner will be to get your furry friend vaccinated. Cats and kittens are vaccinated against a range of infectious diseases. These diseases are currently kept well under control in the UK because of our excellent vaccination protocol....
Demand for four-legged lockdown companions leads to high puppy prices
25th August, 2020
Thousands of people sought canine companionship to get through the isolation and anxiety caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the Kennel Club has found....
Water safety tips for pets
20th August, 2020
Humans may think twice about jumping into a muddy river, but the same can’t be said for our pets. Whether it’s the sea, a lake, a fountain or a puddle, many dogs can’t seem to help themselves from launching themselves into the water for a good old splash around....
Do dogs and cats go through the menopause?
19th August, 2020
An important area to keep an eye on is your pets’ reproductive cycle, particularly as they age. A question that is often raised is whether female dogs and cats experience menopause as they get older. Let’s find out....
What do these dog sleeping positions mean?
18th August, 2020
A dogs sleeping position can be surprisingly illuminating as they get themselves into lots of different poses: stretched out, curled up, on their back or on their front. But what do all these sleeping positions mean? Let’s take a look at what they reveal about your canine companion....
Do cats make good pets for the elderly?
17th August, 2020
Whether you’re an elderly person looking to adopt a pet or a loved one who thinks it would improve someone else’s life, read on to find out why cats make good pets for the elderly....
Safely letting your cat out for the first time
7th August, 2020
Cats are naturally independent and love to explore outside. Letting your cat out for the first time can be a little scary our vet helpline nurses have some advice for that first adventure....
15 dog breeds that are good with cats
20th July, 2020
They say that some of us are dog people and some are cat people. But what if you really can’t choose between the two?...
What is tail docking?
17th July, 2020
The practice of removing or shortening a dog’s tail used to be commonplace, but it is now illegal in the UK, apart from a few limited exceptions. Why would you ever dock a dog’s tail, and what are the circumstances in which you can still do so under the law?...
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