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What do you get with a Pet Health Plan?
Owning a pet is one of life’s greatest joys, but it also comes with responsibilities—ensuring your pet stays healthy is one of the biggest. One

10 Christmas Dangers: Keeping Your Pets Safe At Christmas
As the festive season approaches, our homes fill with the warm glow of twinkling lights, the aroma of delicious treats, and the joy of spending

High blood pressure (Hypertension) in cats
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common problem in cats, especially those that are aging. It can lead to serious health problems

Essential Tips for Pet Nail Clipping | How to Trim Dog & Cat Claws
Trimming your pet’s nails—whether it’s your dog or cat—can feel intimidating if you’re not used to it. However, regular nail trimming is crucial for your

Summer Garden Safety Tips for Pets: Avoiding Toxic Plants and Hazards
As summer approaches, many pet owners look forward to spending quality time in their gardens with their beloved pets. However, it’s crucial to be aware

The importance of regular pet health checks: A guide for pet owners
Our pets bring boundless joy and companionship into our lives. From wagging tails to soothing purrs, they fill our homes with warmth and love. As

Heatstroke in Dogs | Symptoms, Preventing & Treating Heat Stroke
Heatstroke in dogs As temperatures rise during the summer, we’re able to get out and enjoy the longer days and beautiful weather with our dogs.

ÂŁ15 Microchipping in June | National Microchipping Month!
June is National microchipping month! With the law for cats changing in 2024 and still so many pets not microchipped, we have decided that an

Ultimate Guide to Post-Brexit Pet Travel: All You Need to Know
As the UK has now left the European Union rules on pet travel changed on 1st January 2021. Pet Passports have been replaced by Animal

Top 8 Reasons You Should Neuter Your Pet
What is neutering? Neutering is a surgical way to stop reproduction. In males it’s called castration and in females it’s called spaying. During castration both

Useful Guide to Feeding Cats and Kittens
Making sure your cat has the best diet goes a long way to keeping them healthy and happy for the longest time possible. If your

A Useful Guide To Feeding Your Puppy and Dog
Feeding your puppy or dog a good diet is key to a long and healthy life. Both nutritional content and portion control have a big