Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!
23 tips for living with a dog in the city
27th April, 2022
For city dwellers, the experience of raising a dog can be very different from those who live in the countryside. From noisy traffic and busy pavements to high-rise apartment living, there are many things you’ll need to take into account....
Cost of living crisis: thousands unable to afford pet care
26th April, 2022
We know that times are tough for so many people at the moment and we’re all making difficult financial decisions in order to stay afloat. A huge cost for many of us is maintaining a pet, from food through to vet bills....
British actor Chris O’Shea, banging the drum for foster dogs
26th April, 2022
He’s Pratts bottoms finest, now scaring the living daylights out of the Riverdale residents on the popular Netflix show, which is heading into its sixth season....
'Look before you lock', charity warns after cat is trapped for five days
25th April, 2022
Cats Protection is urging people to check for cats before they lock their sheds and garages, after a cat in Sussex was locked in a neighbour’s shed for five days....
17 things you need to know before buying a pedigree dog
13th April, 2022
If you're thinking of adding a dog to your household: congratulations! It may prove to be one of the best things you ever do. During your research, you'll probably come across certain terms again and again – 'pedigree', 'purebred', 'mixed breed'. What do these terms mean? How much does it cost to buy and look after a pedigree dog? And what kinds of health issues can pedigree breeds suffer from?...
How to stop a cat from hunting
13th April, 2022
As cat owners we shouldn’t be surprised at this behaviour. The hunting instinct is very prevalent among cats. Some animals may be more skilled hunters than others, but the instinct to chase down and kill prey will be present in most domestic felines....
Reforms planned for pet microchip rules
7th April, 2022
The rules around pet microchipping in England are set to be changed to help make it easier to reunite lost or stolen cats and dogs with their owners. A consultation launched by the UK government seek views on improvements to the pet microchipping database system, including faster access for approved users and regular reminders on keeping records updated....
Keep your dog on a lead to help protect livestock
7th April, 2022
When you’re out in the countryside with your dog this spring, make sure you follow the laws and regulations on keeping dogs on leads. Farmers saw an increase in the number of dog attacks on their livestock last year, according to Blue Cross....
Guide to keeping pets in a rented house
5th April, 2022
We know that landlords aren’t just trying to be difficult by banning pets from their properties. They’ll have a lot to think about. Not just keeping their property well maintained but also avoiding any potential impact on neighbours, and any animal welfare or health and safety considerations that may arise....