(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...
Cat Care
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...
Easing The Aches: Dealing With Joint Problems In Cats
As every cat owner knows, our feline friends are stoic creatures. When they’re in pain or feeling under the weather, cats love to go about their business as if they were invincible. However, contrary to popular belief, cats don’t have nine lives to fritter away. It’s...
Pet Tear Stain Removal: An Owner’s Guide To Stain-Free Cats And Dogs!
As a pet owner, particularly if you're caring for dog breeds such as Maltese, Shih Tzu, or Poodles, or cat breeds such as Siamese or Persian, you may be jostling with the issue of pet tear stain removal. These stains, while not always indicative of a serious problem...
Ear Infections In Pets: How To Spot Them, Treat Them, And Prevent Them!
Ear infections in pets are a relatively common health issue, particularly prevalent among both dogs and cats, so caring pet owners must adopt a proactive stance in preventing, identifying, and addressing ear infections in their beloved animals! In this post, we talk...
Why Does My Cat Constantly Meow? Understanding Cat Anxiety & Excessive Feline Vocalisation
(Updated: Nov 2023) Being a cat owner often involves learning how to interpret the wide array of strange noises your feline friend makes. But when your cat's regular mews and purrs escalate into incessant meowing, it's natural to wonder, "Why does my cat constantly...
Why Does My Cat Constantly Meow? Excessive Feline Vocalisation
Are you wondering "Why does my cat constantly meow?!". Well, it's called excessive feline vocalisation and it's more common than you'd think. As a cat owner, you’ll no doubt be familiar with deciphering the various sounds produced by your beloved pet. From the “I’m...
Pet Anxiety – A Growing Concern For Pet Parents
Pet anxiety is a growing issue in the UK and one of the biggest concerns for pet parents. As the fireworks season draws near the latest UK PSDA report estimates that 44% of dogs, 30% of cats and 16% of rabbits are afraid of fireworks. Pet anxiety is on the increase...
How To Resolve Pet Anxiety During Fireworks
Updated: September 2024 Fireworks season has begun. And that means one thing for pet owners – anxiety, shaking and fear for our beloved dogs and cats. From mid September onwards, dog and cat owners are often frustrated by the random outbreak of fireworks – not just on...
Tips For Keeping Cats Cool During Hot Weather
Although cats enjoy basking in the warmth, they are not immune to the negative effects of excessive heat. Due to their compact bodies, thick fur and limited sweat glands, they are particularly susceptible to overheating and dehydration, which can result in serious...