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Published on 5 December 2024

The role of grooming in dog and cat care

Grooming can be a source of stress relief for both you and your pet. However, it’s much more than a way to relax. Pet grooming is crucial in...

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Published on 19 November 2024

Innovative stress-relief options for pets (dog training toys, dog pools, etc.)

Just like adults, dogs can get anxious and need a way to release stress. You can help your pet feel calmer using innovative pet care methods....

anxiety behaviour dog

Published on 22 August 2024

Involutive depression in older dogs: What it is and what you can do about it

Our dogs provide us with loyal and loving companionship. Their friendship and love is unconditional. When dogs reach their golden years, we want to...

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Published on 14 August 2024

Cat Involutive Depression – Taking Care of a Senior Feline

Cats are truly wonderful creatures. Our feline familiars give us years of companionship and love. Senior cats deserve to be comfortable and happy in...

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Published on 19 July 2024

Responding to Pet Illness and Epileptic Seizures

Epilepsy is not only a human condition. It is also a pet illness that can be very frightening if it happens to your dog or cat. The effects of...

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Published on 2 October 2023

How to help your dog adapt to a new cat

Whilst the perception is that dogs love to chase and hunt cats, the two can live harmoniously together. Knowing how and when to introduce your dog to...

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Published on 30 August 2023

How to prepare your dog before a visit to the vet

Just as humans don´t like going to the doctor, many dogs don´t enjoy going to the vet. However, veterinary visits are essential to keep your dog...

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Published on 3 August 2023

How to solve the problem of spraying cats?

One of the reasons a cat sprays is that it is marking its territory, but there are several others too. Spraying is when a cat deposits a small amount...

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Published on 30 June 2023

How to socialise your dog?

A sociable dog is a happy dog. It’s important your dog gets on well with humans and other animals whether they’re a puppy or adult. Training...

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Published on 1 December 2022

Which pet should I choose for my lifestyle?

A pet is for life and when you choose a companion or new member of the family you should think about what suits your lifestyle. If you’re a busy...

cat cohabitation dog

Published on 15 November 2022

Why is my cat overgrooming?

We all know cats are clean animals and love to groom themselves. But what do you do if your cat is overgrooming? There are many reasons why your cat...

behaviour cat

Published on 5 October 2022

Dogs excessive licking paws

You may have noticed your dog licking its paws constantly and not taken much notice of it. However, this could be the sign of a problem, so it is...

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