Vets issue urgent warning over popular home décor that could kill your pet
Emergency vets have issued an urgent warning to pet owners against the dangers of flowers in the home - revealing that drinking water from a vase of lilies could be enough to kill your cat.
With spring fast approaching, many of us will be choosing to decorate our home with seasonal flowers - including lilies, daffodils, and tulips. The Easter Bank Holiday will also likely see a...
Around 2.5 million cats remain unchipped as the compulsory microchipping countdown begins
A group of leading animaI charities and veterinary organisations have joined forces with DEFRA to issue an urgent reminder to owners to microchip their pet cats, as England starts its 100-day countdown to compulsory microchipping.
From 10 June, all pet cats over 20 weeks old must be microchipped and registered on a compliant database – or owners could risk a fine.
However,...
The importance of spaying cats
February marks Spay & Neuter Awareness Month, an international event that encourages pet owners to get their pets neutered. Leading vet charity PDSA is using the occasion to share one-year-old Olive's story and remind cat owners the importance of neutering their feline friends.
PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing, explains: "For females, spaying involves removing the cat's ovaries and...
Security Expert Issues Warning For Homeowners With ‘Beware of the Dog’ Sign
Home burglaries in the UK are on the rise, with over 525 reported every day . In response to this trend, many homeowners are resorting to old-school tactics like the "Beware of the Dog" sign. But, a new warning from a leading security expert suggests this popular approach might be counterproductive.
Crime Guard provides security solutions ranging from smart home alarm systems to K9...
Decoding common cat behaviours - From joint stiffness and frustration to feeling the love, what is your cat trying to tell you?
With their sophisticated body language and reputation for being more independent than dogs, cats may seem a bit harder for humans to read. But could it be that we’re just missing the cues?
‘Cats have different moods and emotions just like us, but there is usually a reason for a cat’s emotional state and a trigger for any change in behaviour. Behaviour can tell us a lot about how our...
Find out which dog breed suits you best based on your lifestyle
A survey conducted by the pet insurance company Petplan has shown that more than half (52%) of pet owners felt like their pet provided companionship in the past year.
If you're considering getting a dog it's important to know which breed suits your lifestyle. To help you with this, Petplan has created a quiz to help find your ideal canine companion based on your lifestyle.
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