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News

Is pet insurance worth it?

Find out why pet insurance is worth it to cover the cost of vet bills over your pet’s lifetime, plus how to pick the best type of insurance for your pet.

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Cats | Dogs | News

Celebrating National Pet Month

April is National Pet Month, highlighting the 5 welfare needs of happy & healthy pets: companionship, behaviour, diet, health & environment.

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Cats

Fun enrichment ideas for cats

No one wants to see their feline feeling sad and bored. Bring some fun into your cat’s life with these easy enrichment ideas from FirstVet vet Dr Jessica May.

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Dogs

Fun enrichment ideas for dogs

Find out why dog enrichment is important, and discover lots of fun ideas to keep your woofer happy and stimulated.

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Dogs

Can dogs get hay fever?

Hay fever is no fun for us or our favourite furry pals. Expert vet Dr Scott Miller shares how to spot pollen allergies in dogs and how you can help ease symptoms.

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Cats | Dogs

Do pets need supplements?

Thinking about introducing some supplements into your pet’s diet? Dr Scott Miller explains what they are and how to know if your cat or dog needs them.

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Cats | Dogs

How to make vet visits less stressful for your pet

If your best pet pal gets nervous seeing the vet, you’re not alone. Expert vet Dr Scott Miller shares his top tips for making visits less stressful.

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Dogs | News

Crufts: my first time behind the scenes of the world’s greatest dog show

From dopamine hits to ‘Discover Dogs’ and £15 gyros, here is what attending Crufts at the NEC is actually like compared to watching it on TV.

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Dogs

How to stop your dog from barking

Is your dog barking excessively for attention, at other dogs, or maybe when left alone? Expert behaviourist Philippa Short shares her top barking management tips.

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Dogs

Crate training your dog

Discover how to make crate training a positive and successful experience with this expert guide from dog behaviourist Philippa Short.

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