With the hot weather seeing pub gardens full, parks busy and ice cream sales going through the roof, everyone is seeking a way to stay cool yet enjoy the sun. What about your pets though? When you indulge in a cold drink or a sumptuous sundae, what can they enjoy to keep them cool, entertained […]
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Dubai has become one of the most popular places in the world for both holidays and permanent relocation. However, when travelling to a new country, there are often rules not just for you, but for your pet too! Before heading to areas within the UAE, it is advisable to find out what you need to […]
It’s estimated that 3.2 million households added a pet to their family during the pandemic, meaning that over 17 million households in the UK now own a pet. Research by the PFMA found the most popular pet in the UK. Below, we analyse the top ten pets favoured by UK households. 1st Dogs There are […]
October is National Pet Wellness Month, which aims to raise awareness about how pets age and how that can change what they need for their health and wellbeing. Your pet is part of your family, so you’ll already be doing everything you can to keep them happy and healthy, from brushing their teeth, getting their […]
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Whichever type of pet you own, they will undoubtedly hold a special place in both our home and our hearts. We naturally want for them to be healthy and happy. With certain species, this can be more difficult to achieve. However, once you learn and understand the principle of environmental enrichment, it provides an opportunity […]
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If you’ve ever experienced a special bond with an animal, that deep connection which makes you feel relaxed and peaceful, then it won’t surprise you to know that this type of connection with a pet is not unique to you. That feeling you get when you watch a video of cute kitten antics or adorable […]
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Worms in dogs is relatively common as they can easily pick them up from external environments. Some can be relatively harmless, although may cause some discomfort, whereas others can be more serious. Your dog can easily contract worms by indirectly ingesting worm eggs or larvae via soil, stools or infected hosts. There are different types […]
History and Origins Both ferrets and polecats belong to the weasel family. The European polecat can be found living in the wild in western Eurasia and north Morocco and now many are bred in captivity as a domesticated polecat. It is the sole ancestor of the domesticated ferret. They are thought to have been first […]
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Just like with us humans, our pets can be susceptible to certain diseases, which in many cases, can be life-threatening, to both you and your pet. Which diseases your pet can be vaccinated against, depends on which country you reside in or indeed are travelling to. In the UK, many of the diseases are potentially […]
One of the real pleasures of keeping an exotic pet is knowing you can care for something that not many other pet owners have the opportunity to do. Having an exotic pet is a privilege and, for those who aren’t hamster or puppy people, there is a unique selection of animals to suit the quirkiest […]
Many assume that ferrets are outdoor pets, perhaps because they are similar to the weasels and stoats we see in the countryside. However, many ferrets live very happily inside, just like house rabbits. The one area where your ferret may need some help is with using the litter tray. Whilst we train puppies to go […]
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