Christmas can be a lot for our furry friends to handle. With strange visitors, loud bangs, flashing decorations, and routines gone astray, it’s easy to see why many animals get a bit frazzled. That’s why reducing pet anxiety during the holidays is something every pet...
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VETIQ Calendar Competition – December 2025
It's time to get excited! Our December 2025 calendar competition is here and it's your LAST CHANCE to get your pet featured in the VETIQ 2026 Pet Calendar! It's December, and you know what that means... it's time to get the best festive photo of your pet featured in...
Helping Pets Stay Calm During The Festive Season
Tinsel on the tree, carols on repeat, and guests popping in with mince pies; it’s officially the Christmas season! But while we humans may thrive on festive chaos, our furry friends aren’t always as keen. Flashing lights, loud noises, and strange visitors can turn the...
How To Calm Anxious Pets During The Buildup To Christmas!
The Christmas countdown has begun; twinkly lights, jingling tunes, and a whole lot of festive buzz! But while we’re getting into the holiday spirit, our furry friends might be wondering what on earth is going on. If you’re trying to figure out how to calm anxious pets...
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...
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...















