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Why do dogs lick their paws?
29th December, 2022
Is your dog licking their paws more than usual? Here’s how to spot the signs of paw problems so you can get your pup back on their feet....
Owners prioritise dogs ahead of humans for Christmas gifts this year
22nd December, 2022
People may be cutting back on spending on gifts for friends and family this Christmas, but they are still planning to spoil their dogs....
Finding the best pitstops when travelling with your dog
14th December, 2022
If you’re taking a car journey with your dog this Christmas, it’s important to plan your trip so that you can take regular breaks. But on an unfamiliar route, how do you know where to stop?...
You CAN teach an old dog new tricks, owners say
7th December, 2022
With age comes wisdom, according to 71% of pet parents who said their four-legged friend has become smarter with age. The survey of 2,000 dog and cat owners revealed that as they’ve got older, their pets are better at interacting with other pets or people (72%) and learning new tricks/commands (56%)....
London cat declared world's oldest
30th November, 2022
A senior cat in the south of England has been officially recognised as the world’s oldest living cat, just a few weeks before her 27th birthday. Flossie was recently taken in by Cats Protection after her owner was unable to support the welfare of such an elderly cat....
Seeing in the New Year – tips for supporting your pet
30th November, 2022
Seeing in the New Year – tips for supporting your pet. Although it feels as though we’ve only just had bonfire night, New Year, and therefore more fireworks, are just around the corner....
Christmas Gatherings and the impact on your older pet
30th November, 2022
Christmas is quite rightly a time that most people will spend with their friends, family and furry companions. If you’re planning on playing host this year, it’s worth remembering that pets can be sensitive to changes in their routine, especially as they get older....
Diabetes. What is it and what should I do… By Dr Peter Higgins
30th November, 2022
What is diabetes? You may have heard of, or use the term; “The Sugar”. For example, someone may say; “My dog has a bad case of The Sugar”. What they are talking about is diabetes, but even diabetes can be spilt onto four different forms....
New standard launched for raw pet food production
23rd November, 2022
A new certification scheme for raw pet food production has been announced by UK Pet Food, formerly the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association. For owners who feed their pets a raw diet, the scheme highlights products that are made to high food and hygiene standards....