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...
Cat Care
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...
Tips For Leaving A Cat Alone At Home
Cats are independent creatures, but that doesn't mean they don't need companionship. Even the most self-sufficient cats will miss their owners when they are gone for extended periods. Leaving a cat alone at home can be a tough decision to make, but with the right...
Why Is My Cat Sneezing?
Cats will often experience a random fit of sneezing, in the same way pet parents do. Whether it’s an irritant that gets up their nose, or the pollen count is sky-high, the odd sneeze here and there is nothing to be concerned about. However, if your feline friend is...
Why Is My Older Cat Losing Weight?
As pet parents, we are no strangers to closely monitoring meals and snacks in a bid to fend off obesity in our cats and dogs. So focused are we on this issue, that we are often taken by surprise when the opposite problem occurs, and our pets begin to lose weight with...
Does My Cat Have A Urinary Problem?
Does my cat have a urinary problem? Despite what you might think, it is fairly common for cat owners to ask themselves this question. Urinary problems are fairly common amongst cats, likely, your veterinarian or another cat owner has already warned you about them. So...
Why Does My Dog Eat Poop? (What Is Coprophagia?)
Have you ever caught your dog doing the unthinkable and eating poop (their own or that of another dog)? In either case, it’s easy to feel disgusted when you see your dog engaged in such disgusting behaviour (known as coprophagia). You might take a little comfort,...
Why Does My Pet Eat Grass?
Why does my pet eat grass? If you’re like most pet owners, you’ve probably noticed this behaviour from time to time. Maybe you’ve brushed this behaviour off as a bizarre habit (it can’t have been the oddest thing your pet has done!), or maybe you’re wondering why they...
How To Prevent & Treat Hairballs In Cats!
Most cat owners know the sinking feeling you get when you hear your cat retch or, worse yet, have the unpleasant surprise of finding a hairball waiting for you when you get home. While some kitty parents may do little more than faithfully clean up after their beloved...















