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Fear-Free Vet Visits for Dogs
In our last newsletter, we focused on helping cats feel more comfortable at the vet—so it’s only fair we give…
Animal Chiro for Aging Pets
Do you own a pet who is slowing down, or looking stiffer? Older pets can often look stiffer, stretch more…
Stress-Free Vet Visits: Tips to Keep Your Cat Calm and Happy
Does the thought of taking your cat to the vet fill you with dread? Does your cat seem to miraculously…
Why does my cat scratch and bite me?
It’s not acceptable, healthy behaviour for a cat to scratch and bite you. Such behaviour may mean your cat feels…
How can periodontal disease hurt my pet?
Periodontal disease is inflammation and infection of the tissue surrounding the teeth, leading to tooth decay, chronic gum inflammation, and,…
Take the stress out of toothbrushing
Our pets have modern diets and cushy lifestyles that their ancestors did not. They also have an increased lifespan. We…
Arthritis – here’s what you need to know about your ageing cat’s joints
Cats are very adaptable and it’s not always easy to spot pain, discomfort or restriction in their movements. This means…
Your dog’s paws can burn in warmer weather
It’s easy to forget about it when we are wearing shoes or thongs. On warmer days when the sun is…
Do you know what to do if a snake bites your pet?
The summer months are always risky for encounters between pets and snakes. Here’s how to handle the situation if your…
What you need to know about kennel cough
Its proper name is canine cough and it’s a highly infectious respiratory disease in dogs. Canine cough can be caused…
Top ten superpowers of pets
We all know they hold us hostage with their irresistibly addictive superpowers and unconditional love. Here’s what we think are…
Got litter box troubles?
Has your cat decided not to use their litter tray? They’ve chosen to toilet nearby or somewhere else entirely? Litter…
What’s your cat really trying to tell you?
Is it in the big staring eyes, the dynamic posture, or the flick of the tail? Do you know how…
Pets suffer from springtime allergies too
It’s not just humans who can suffer from seasonal allergies. Our pets are vulnerable too, but they have slightly different…
Do you know how to look after your pet’s teeth?
When’s the last time you had a good look in your pet’s mouth? Is their breath, for the most part,…
Cats at home vs allowed to roam
Your cat can be happy and fulfilled at home, where they are safe, without the need to roam. If you…
Help your dog be happy and healthy through enrichment activities
Dogs need regular mental and physical stimulation to be at their best. Enriching your dog’s life with a range of…
Got an overweight pet? Take our test to find out and get them back in shape
We’ve had a rough run. The last few COVID years have been stressful and our pets have felt it too.…
5 ways to keep your pet calm while celebrating summer
We’ve had a rough run. The last few COVID years have been stressful and our pets have felt it too.…
Is your pet struggling to move?
Maybe your dog is slowing down in the mornings and has started resisting their daily walk. Perhaps your cat is…
Is your dog struggling to adapt to an empty nest?
Our dogs are highly social creatures of habit. They’ve had us to themselves in a unique way during lock down,…
10 ways to keep pets calm and safe in summer
Summer is back. Pool parties, family gatherings, holidays, the beach … good times are here. It’s also time to put…
Kitten Fundamentals
Welcoming a kitten into the family is fascinating and fun. It also takes humour, tolerance and lots of nurturing. It…
Puppy Essentials
Welcoming a new puppy into the family can be exciting, joyful and sometimes a bit overwhelming. Some people are surprised…
What are we really feeding our pets?
Humans have come a long way in our understanding of nutrition. Most of us are under no illusions when we…
5 ways pets help us cope in tough times
Animals have been our trusty companions for thousands of years. Research has proven that animals enhance human lives in many…
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