What should owners do about hairballs in rabbits?! Like cats, rabbits are meticulous groomers and they will naturally ingest more hair through grooming but unlike cats, rabbits are not capable of vomiting. To ensure that your rabbit doesn't ingest excess...
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Do I Need To Groom My Rabbit?
Do I need to groom my rabbit? Short answer - yes! Like cats, rabbits are meticulous groomers and they will naturally ingest more hair through grooming but unlike cats, rabbits are not capable of vomiting. To ensure that your rabbit doesn't ingest excess quantities of...
How To Help Your Dog Lose Weight
Is your dog carrying a little extra weight, especially after Christmas? Being overweight can have lasting consequences and studies have shown that overweight dogs are more prone to illnesses such as arthritis, breathing difficulties, heart problems and diabetes which...
What You Should Know About Christmas Plants
Planning for Christmas can often involve decking out the house with some seasonal plants and traditional Christmas accoutrements. December is the one time of year when people are more likely to bring some of the outdoors in, with Christmas trees, poinsettia plants,...
How Has Pet Ownership Changed Over The Last Thirty Years?
The past thirty years have seen lifestyle changes, particularly when it comes to pet ownership; this has affected the populations of dogs and cats, with the cat population gradually increasing to outnumber dogs. Dog ownership has shown a minor decrease over recent...
Coprophagia – The Practice Of Eating Poo!
Coprophagia is the practice of eating poo (faeces) and is a behavioural condition whereby puppies and dogs consume their stool. It is a common habit in some dogs which can be distressing for the pet owner and unhygienic for the pet. The facts about coprophagia...
Mark + Chappell Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary!
Mark + Chappell was founded 30 years ago to meet the growing demand for high-quality pet healthcare solutions, without the need for veterinarian intervention. From an original range of three products, our portfolio has expanded to provide pets with premium healthcare...
Black Cats – Lucky Or Unlucky?
In UK folklore, black cats symbolise good luck, yet sadly in reality they are not so lucky. There is a national problem with rehoming cats this colour and at any one time around 70% of the cats in need of rehoming will be either black or black and white. It’s a...
Why Does My Dog Roll In Stinky Stuff?
"Why does my dog roll in stinky stuff?!" - now there's a question that has confounded dog lovers for millennia. Why would a perfectly normal dog choose to roll around in rubbish, dung, or something equally offensive smelling to humans? Some dogs do and they seem to...
Why Do Cats Need Scratch Posts?
Why do cats need scratch posts? Well, let's start at the start! Scratching is part of a cat's natural behaviour. They scratch at tree trunks, fence posts and furniture as a way of leaving territorial marks in prominent places, where they feel most vulnerable. Cats...