Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!

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How to cope with separation anxiety in dogs

6th July, 2021

Read on for our guide to separation anxiety, including a five-step plan to prepare your dog to be left alone, plus 11 top tips for helping your pet overcome the problem....

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How to help a cat with hairballs

29th June, 2021

You want your cat to be a playful, cuddly ball of fun, so it can be upsetting to see your pet seemingly coughing and choking on a hairball. While the sound and sight of hairballs may be less than pleasant, the odd one is nothing to worry about....

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Cat food recalled after reports of serious illness

24th June, 2021

Three brands of cat food have been taken off the shelves after reports of cats suffering a serious condition known as pancytopenia....

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5 intelligence tests for dogs

22nd June, 2021

We’ve put together five tests to help you detect whether your pooch’s furry exterior hides a surprisingly sharp brain. Read on to find out more....

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20 pampered pups with celebrity owners

22nd June, 2021

Here’s our list of 20 pampered pups and their famous owners – let’s just hope they’ll all covered with suitable pet insurance....

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How to treat cystitis in cats

17th June, 2021

Even the most well-loved and cared-for cat can develop health problems at some point in its life. One common problem felines face is cat cystitis....

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Vets welcome new animal welfare law

16th June, 2021

Proposed legislation that would crack down on illegal puppy smuggling and pave the way for a ban on the import of dogs with cropped ears has been welcomed by the British Veterinary Association (BVA)....

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17 fascinating facts about your cat’s whiskers

3rd June, 2021

To explain why your cat’s whiskers really are, well, the cat’s whiskers, we’ve put together a list of 17 fascinating facts about them. So read on to find out more....

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Using mindfulness to de-stress with your pet

26th May, 2021

Spending time with our pets is good for us and them — and has been particularly important over the last year. In fact, a study after the first lockdown in 2020 showed that sharing a home with a pet appeared to act as a buffer against psychological stress....