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Pet Insurance – Whys and Wherefores Our pets are such a huge part of our lives, bringing us joy, companionship and unconditional love. The thought of them being sick or injured is dreadful, isn’t it? But this will become a reality for all of us, at some stages of their lives. Our pets are members … Read more

Check-Ups and Vaccinations for Dogs A question sent to a pets’ health magazine: I have a very healthy and happy 4-year-old collie, who has been to the vet exactly twice in her life: once as a puppy for a check-up and vaccinations and once when she had a cut that turned septic. I’ve read that … Read more

Is My Dog Happy … Or Not? All dog parents know very well that when their beloved dog goes crazy when they get home, wags his/her tail excitedly, runs madly around the room, or rolls over for a tummy rub, then he/she is happy. Obviously dogs cannot tell you how they feel with language, but … Read more

Toxic Plants and Pets There are many benefits to gardening, such as improving creativity, relieving stress, increasing productivity, boosting focus and recovery. Also, having plants in and around our homes can improve our mood and bring us a lot of joy. However, unfortunately there are many plants which may be poisonous to our furry friends. … Read more

Pet-Friendly Homes for Christmas Holidays are wonderful, especially Christmas, and yet they can be stressful for humans and animals, in different ways. Whilst we rush around buying gifts, putting up decorations, baking cakes and entertaining visitors, we need to bear in mind that all of this increased activity can make our animals very anxious. They … Read more

Cat Eye Problems How to Recognise & Resolve Them Those of us who are fortunate enough to be cat ‘parents’, will know all about their fabulous eyes. Unfortunately, cat eye diseases can affect those gorgeous eyes and take away their enticing shine and glimmer. They may also affect your cat’s sight. It’s important that you … Read more

Canine Babesiosis – On the Rise What is babesiosis? Fleas and ticks can transmit serious diseases to your dog, which may be fatal. Babesiosis is caused by a parasite – babesia – which can be transmitted by certain ticks. Many different diseases can be carried by various species of ticks, which vary according to the … Read more

Make Your Garden Dog-Safe Is your dog an ‘escape-artist’? How can you ensure that your dog is safe and secure in your outdoor space? You need to be aware of your dog’s personality and characteristics in order to plan your outdoor space. Fences may be expensive and need maintenance but they do train dogs and … Read more

Autumn Pet Care Autumn is upon us and winter is just around the corner. However, colder weather doesn’t mean that you can forget about pet care. We’re going to help you with some tips to ensure that your pets will be happy and healthy during the cooler days of autumn. Cooler Weather As we know, … Read more