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VETIQ Calendar Competition – March 2025
Time to Spring into Action With our March 2025 VETIQ Calendar Competition! Daffodils are blooming, the sun is shining and our calendar competition is back this March! We want to see your best Spring pet photos so grab your camera and get yourself in with a chance to...
A Beginner’s Guide To Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth!
Having a pet can be truly rewarding, with plenty of joyful moments, however a more stressful task for pet owners is brushing your pet’s teeth. Love it or hate it, brushing your pet’s pearly whites stands out as the most effective way to maintain their oral health and...
Tips For Preventing Dental Problems In Pets
Believe it or not, dental problems in pets are more common than many owners realise. These problems can lead to significant health issues if left unchecked. From bad breath and gum disease to tooth loss and infections, oral health is essential to overall pet care....
Our Guide To Managing Arthritis In Older Pets
As a pet owner, it can be difficult to accept that our pets go through the same ageing process as we do, and unfortunately, arthritis in older pets is certainly part of that journey. While our pets are probably less concerned with having grey hair than us humans, a...
VETIQ Calendar Competition – February 2025
Feel the love this February with the VETIQ Calendar Competition! Love is in the air, and the calendar competition is back for February! We want to see you share the love for your pets and show us your best pet photos so grab your camera and get yourself in with a...
Joint Care For Pets: 5 Exercises To Keep Pets Fit And Nimble!
As any seasoned pet owner will know, joint care for pets is essential for keeping them active, happy, and pain-free as they age. Like humans, pets need regular exercise to maintain strong joints, improve flexibility, and support overall mobility. Whether your pet is a...
VETIQ Calendar Competition – January 2025
IT'S BACK! Time for our January 2025 calendar competition! The VETIQ calendar competition is back for 2025 so grab your camera and get yourself in with a chance to win some treats for your pet! The best photo will be the face of January in our 2026 calendar and will...
Tips For Preventing Tear Stains In Pets
Tear stains in pets can be an unsightly (excuse the pun!) and unwelcome appearance around the eye area. More importantly, these stains may be a sign of underlying issues affecting your pet’s overall health. Preventing tear stains in pets requires a combination of...
How To Recognise The Signs Of Ear Infections In Pets
Ear infections in pets are among the most common health concerns for pet owners, often causing discomfort, and if they are left untreated, they can lead to more severe complications. Identifying the signs early can make all the difference in ensuring your furry friend...
How To Keep Pets Calm During Christmas!
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...
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...
Christmas Dinner For Dogs!
(Updated November 2024) With the festive season almost upon us, it’s time to celebrate some of the most important things in life: family, friends, and of course, food! Christmas provides a wonderful opportunity for all the family to come together and indulge in our...
VETIQ Calendar Competition November 2024
It's competition time! The VETIQ 2024 calendar competition is back this November and you're in with a chance to win some treats for your pet! 🙂 The best photo will be the face of November in our 2025 calendar and will take home a selection of some fantastic pet...
Winter Safety Tips For Pets!
The winter season is upon us, which means that pet owners should consider some winter safety tips for pets big and small. For humans, winter wonderland walks and cosy nights by an open fire make winter enjoyable, not to mention the upcoming festivities of Christmas!...
How To Manage Pet Anxiety During Halloween
Halloween is an exciting time for us humans, filled with spooky costumes, trick-or-treaters knocking at the door, and plenty of festive fun. However, this celebration can be far less enjoyable for our furry friends, often leading to pet anxiety during Halloween. With...
How To Calm Dogs On Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night is all about fireworks, fun, and warmth – but for our furry friends, it can feel like the sky is falling! Our four-legged friends often find the flashes and bangs downright terrifying. Whether it’s Guy Fawkes night or any other fireworks-filled event,...
VETIQ Calendar Competition October 2024
It's spooky season! Time to win some treats for your pet! The VETIQ 2024 calendar competition is back this Halloween and you're in with a chance to win some treats for your pet! 🙂 The best photo will be the face of October in our 2025 calendar and will take home a...
How To Help A Teething Puppy – The Ultimate Guide!
Teething can be tough on puppies, and their humans too. It’s uncomfortable but with the right info, you can make this stage easier for both of you. So if you want to learn how to help a teething puppy this in-depth guide will give you simple puppy teething tips. Find...
VETIQ Serene Calming Ointment Wins Product Of The Year At 2024 PetQuip Awards
We are incredibly proud to announce that VETIQ has won the prestigious Product of the Year award in the Healthcare and Grooming category at the 2024 PetQuip Awards! This recognition was awarded to our innovative Serene Calming Ointment, a product designed to help pets...
How To Calm Your Dog During Fireworks This Halloween
Updated: September 2024 As the ethereal glow of Halloween approaches, many of us are planning to revel in our cherished spooky festivities. Beyond the classic trick-or-treating, Halloween opens up a splendid window for fireworks and exuberant celebrations, which,...
Do Pets Need Multivitamins?
As pet owners, we always strive to provide the best care for our furry companions, but one question that every pet owner may consider at some point is: Do pets need multivitamins? Sometimes it’s challenging to know exactly what our pets need, particularly when it...
How to Clean Your Cat’s Teeth at Home
They may have a reputation for being fiercely independent, but cats rely heavily on their owners to ensure their needs are met on a daily basis. While ensuring a plentiful supply of food and cuddles is up there, a big responsibility that falls on the shoulders of pet...
VETIQ Calendar Competition September 2024
Autumn has arrived and it's time for the VETIQ Pet Calendar Competition! We want to see best Autumnal pet photos for our Pet Calendar Competition for September! The best photo will be the face of September in our 2025 calendar and will take home a selection of some...
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