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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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Dog

Dog collar or harness: What’s right for my pet?

Is a collar or harness is better when walking your dog? Let’s look at the differences between the two, weigh up the pros and cons, and help you make the right choice for your pet. 

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Dog

Choosing the right dog for you

Ready to be a paw-rent? We give you the lowdown on choosing the right dog for your family.

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Cat

Your guide to hypoallergenic cats

Pesky allergies stopping you from finding your purr-fect feline companion? Read our handy guide on hypoallergenic cats to see how you could become a cat pawrent.

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Cat

Lead training a cat

Walkies aren't just for dogs! We discuss how cat owners can get their feline friends used to a harness and out on a walk.

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Dog

How to groom a dog

We discuss how dog owners can keep their pooch looking happy and healthy with regular grooming, including the tools needed and how to do each step.

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Cat

Why do cats knead?

It might look like your cat is trying to become the next contestant of the Great British Bake Off by making biscuits worthy of a Hollywood handshake, but they’re actually doing something else! Here, we discuss why your cat is kneading their paws.

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Dog

Are dog Halloween costumes safe?

Wanting to dip your paw into the world of dog Halloween outfits? Join us as we find out if they’re safe for your pooch to wear and look at some fun outfit ideas.

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Cat

How to calm your cat on Bonfire Night

Does Bonfire Night get your cat’s hackles up? We’ve got some handy tips to help keep your kitty calm on one of the noisiest nights of the year.

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Dog

How to keep your dog calm on Bonfire Night

Bonfire Night is not always fun for our canine companions. We’ve teamed up with dog behaviourist expert Philippa Short to give you top tips on how to keep your dog calm on Bonfire Night.

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