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Here you will find all the latest news in the pet world, and informative blogs and guides. We hope you find them helpful.
Cat life expectancy
14th July, 2021
Knowing what to expect, how to plan for their later years and how to improve their life expectancy are all important considerations. If you want to know what the average lifespan is and how you can give your cat the best chance of living that long, then read on....
Study could help vets treat cats with heart disease
12th July, 2021
New research on treating heart disease in cats could help vets prescribe the most effective treatment based on individual cats’ genetic makeup....
Skin lumps on older dogs
9th July, 2021
To get to know the various lumps and bumps you might find on your senior canine’s skin, we’ve written this handy guide. It’ll show you how to check for lumps, explain when you need to seek further help and talk about some of the most common types of lumps and their treatment....
Beware of deadly blue-green algae when walking your dog
5th July, 2021
Vets have warned dog owners of the dangers of blue-green algae and urged people to take extra precautions when walking their pets near water bodies this summer....
Common signs that your dog's eyesight is getting worse
30th June, 2021
A fact of life as a dog owner is that – just like their owners – dogs can go blind, in one or both eyes. This can, of course, be a distressing experience for you and your pup – but the good news here is that dogs are highly adaptable, and that many of the conditions associated with blindness are treatable....
Cat life stages
29th June, 2021
Your cat’s life stages roughly mirror those of humans – though sadly, they race through them at a faster rate. An average lifespan is around 13-14 years, and 20 is an excellent age for a cat. So how should you care for your kitty throughout its life? And how can pet insurance for older cats help? Read on for our guide!...
Celebrating 'Mature Moggies'
28th June, 2021
Older cats can be affectionate and loyal and deserve just as much attention as cute kittens, says a national cat charity....
Can you feed an older dog puppy food?
24th June, 2021
Your home life has just been joyously turned upside down with the arrival of a beautiful, playful puppy. Let's take a closer look at the dietary needs of your senior dog – and whether or not puppy food could work for them....
How to protect your dog in the hot weather
17th June, 2021
Summer is here, and many of us will be planning UK getaways with our four-legged friends. But while we might enjoy the warm weather, it’s not so much fun in a fur coat. So how can you keep your dog cool and comfortable?...