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Recognising behaviours and changes in an ageing cat
24th January, 2023
Is your moggy not as playful as it used to be? Have they gone off their food? Petwise shares which behaviours are normal in ageing felines and how to protect them through their senior years with pet insurance for older cats....
Why is my old dog scratching the carpet?
23rd January, 2023
One behaviour you may not have been expecting from your senior pet, though, is a sudden compulsion to scratch or even dig up your carpets. If your dog is suddenly taking an excessive interest in your soft floors, you may well be wondering what’s caused this new and unexplained characteristic....
Does my dog have a cold?
20th January, 2023
Has your elderly hound got a case of the sniffles? Are they a little less energetic than usual? Your senior dog might have a cold! Discover how to spot the signs and nurse your sickly pooch back to health....
Does my cat have fleas?
19th January, 2023
Fleas! Just saying the word makes us itchy all over! So if you’ve noticed your senior cat scratching more than usual – or even the odd insect bite on your own body – those pesky parasites might have taken up residence. Here’s how to rid your ageing feline of fleas fast!...
Festive treats leave dogs in need of New Year exercise
11th January, 2023
A fifth (21%) of dog owners are worried that their dog may have piled on the pounds over the festive period, according to new research from Guide Dogs....
Best dog walking accessories
5th January, 2023
Looking to kit yourself out with the latest and greatest in dog walking accessories? Find out what essentials you need to make walks with your older dog more enjoyable - for both of you!...
Medicating fussy cats: do they have a flavour preference?
4th January, 2023
Even the most easy-going and affectionate of cats can become stubborn, with a mind of their own, when they need to take medicine orally. A common method of administering medication is forcing the cat to swallow it dry by placing a pill at the back of the mouth....
Sleeping problems in older dogs
3rd January, 2023
Is your old dog tossing and turning every night and you’re worried why? Find out what’s causing these sleeping problems and what to do about it in this Petwise guide....
Looking after your older pet in the cold weather
3rd January, 2023
The Met Office has teamed up with the British Veterinary Association (BVA) to offer some advice on how to protect your pets during colder weather. They might have a fur coat, but dogs and cats can still be vulnerable to colder weather — particularly when they are older — and can even fall ill from extended exposure to very cold temperatures....