The festive season is a joyous time filled with gatherings, laughter, and cherished traditions but many concerned pet parents often wonder how to keep pets calm during Christmas. For many pets, the sudden influx of guests and changes to their usual routine can be...
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Dog Anxiety At Christmas: How You Can Help
The festive season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration, however as many dog owners will know, the celebrations can lead to heightened dog anxiety at Christmas. Changes in routine, unfamiliar guests, and the hustle and bustle of the holidays – these are...
Christmas Dinner For Pets – The Dos & Don’ts!
(Updated December 2024) At Christmas time there is nothing better than the whole family sitting around eating the Christmas dinner but often dog owners will dump all the leftover food in their dog’s bowl which is not a healthy way to share the festive meal. It is...
VETIQ Calendar Competition December 2024
It's time for our December calendar competition! The VETIQ calendar competition is back this December! This month we want to see your best Christmassy or Wintery pet photos! The best photo will be the face of December in our 2025 calendar and win a selection of VETIQ...
Keeping Pets Calm During The Festive Fireworks Season
(Updated December 2024) Fireworks and festive celebrations are a joyful time for many, but the loud noises, bright lights, and unfamiliar commotion can be overwhelming for pets. While Halloween and Bonfire Night are behind us, Christmas and New Year celebrations bring...
Christmas Foods That Are Dangerous For Cats And Dogs
(Updated November 2024) For many of us, our favourite thing about Christmas is spending quality time with family - and that includes our pets! Christmas is a time for sitting together at the table and enjoying our favourite foods, but there are some Christmas foods...
How To Calm An Anxious Pet At Christmas – A Guide For Dogs, Cats & Small Animals
The festive season is a joyful time for many, but it can also be a challenging period for pet owners. Between loud gatherings, unfamiliar visitors, and the commotion of Christmas celebrations, your beloved pet may show signs of anxiety and distress. Recognising and...
12 Fun Ways To Celebrate Christmas With Pets
(Updated November 2024) When you’re caught up in the whirlwind of Christmas activities, it’s easy to forget what makes this time of year special. Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with your pet, and even spoil them a little (or a lot!). Pets...
Healthy Pet Treat Recipes For Christmas
The festive season is just around the corner, so it’s the perfect time for pet owners to explore some healthy pet treat recipes for Christmas. The Yuletide holiday is a celebration for all the family - humans and animals - so why not include your furry friends in the...
Six Helpful Tips For Preventing Dog Anxiety At Christmas
(Updated November 2024) Christmas is widely celebrated as a time of joy and excitement for many of us. However, this festive period can be quite overwhelming for our canine companions. The hustle and bustle of family gatherings, the constant noise, and the break from...