Top tips for pet owners during autumn
Autumn, Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Top tips for pet healthWith the change in seasons and start of colder weather, we share some top tips for pet owners during the autumn months.
In our top tips for pet owners during autumn, we share some hazards that you need to be aware of at this time of year. Maintaining…
Top tips to keep pets calm during fireworks
Autumn, Bonfire Night, Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthMany pet owners aim to keep pets calm during fireworks, as it can be a stressful time for my pets and owners alike.
When fireworks are let off sporadically, stress and anxiety becomes common amongst dogs and cats. This can continue from October…
Biotin for dogs and cats
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Skin & coat health articlesBiotin for dogs and cats is important for maintaining healthy skin, coat and nails.
Biotin supplements can aid a dog with dry skin, which is a common reason for pet owners to take their dog or cat to visit the vets. Biotin is a water-soluble…
What is EPA and DHA?
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Skin & coat health articlesEPA and DHA are Omega-3 fatty acids that are important to support healthy skin and a glossy coat in dogs and cats.
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) are both Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in cold water fish. Omega-3…
Chondroitin for dogs and cats
Cat articles, Dog articles, Joint care, Pet health articlesChondroitin for dogs and cats is important to help maintain your pets optimum joint health as well as maintaining their overall quality of life.
Chondroitin sulphate helps to maintain synovial fluid viscosity to aid joint support and is also…
How to administer capsules and tablets to your cat or dog
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthTrying to administer capsules and tablets to your cat or dog can be a challenge and many pet owners struggle with this.
If you have to administer capsules of tablets to your cat or dog regularly due to health issues, and this can become very…
Top tips for exercising your cat
Cat articles, Joint care, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthExercising your cat is important to ensure they have an active and healthy life. Cats can be very independent and not as easy to exercise as a dog.
Exercising your cat will not only help to prevent weight gain, it can also reduce stress.…
Top tips to pet proof your home
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthWhen getting a new pet it’s important to pet proof your home to ensure that it is the right environment for them. Dogs and cats can be inquisitive and as their owner protecting them from hazards can help maintain their health.
If you pet…
Top tips to keep pets calm when moving house
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthA house move can be stressful for everyone involved, so it's important to keep pets calm when moving house as they can sometimes get overlooked.
As a pet owner it can be a worry not knowing how a house move will impact your pet and you can be…
Top tips to calm your pet during vet visits
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthKnowing how to calm your pet during vet visits can help make necessary trips less stressful for you and your pet.
Some trips to the vet are unavoidable for many pets and being able to calm your pet during vet visits can help with routine health…
Top tips for new kitten owners
Cat articles, For kittens, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthBringing a new kitten home can be an exciting time. It’s important to maintain the health of your kitten and ensure they experience a stress free introduction to their new home.
Any new pet is a commitment and as their owner it is important…
Top tips to maintain healthy cognitive function in pets
Cat articles, Cognitive function, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthIt's important to maintain healthy cognitive function in pets to help support memory and learning abilities.
Old age is inevitable and some degree of age-related neuro-degeneration could happen along the way, which is why early supplementation…
Top tips when caring for pets post-operation
Cat articles, Dog articles, For elderly pets, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthTo maintain the health of your pet operations may be unavoidable and caring for pets post-operation is important to ensure they recover well.
As an owner, it can be stressful for your pet to be unwell and to leave them at the vets for surgery.…
Top tips to help calm new pets
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthGetting a new pet can be an exciting time, whether it’s a new puppy, kitten or a rescue pet. Knowing how to calm new pets and reducing any stress is important to help maintain their health during this time.
Settling your new pet into their…
Top tips to maintain healthy digestive function in pets
Cat articles, Digestive function, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthAs a pet owner it is important to understand how to support and maintain healthy digestive function in pets to prevent unwanted trips to the vet. Dogs are especially curious and can pick up objects they shouldn’t.
Maintaining healthy digestive…
Top tips for travelling with cats
Cat articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthTravelling with cats can be a stressful experience as most cats associate a trip in their cat carrier to visiting the vet. Stress and anxiety can be a familiar experience for many cats when travelling.
Seeing your pet stressed can cause extra…
Top tips for keeping pets safe during winter
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Top tips for pet health, WinterKeeping pets safe during winter and managing their health can ensure that they get to enjoy the season along with you.
Harsh winters can bring a number of challenges and stress for pet owners. With cold weather comes darker nights, which can…
Top tips for maintaining a healthy weight in cats
Cat articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthMaintaining a healthy weight in cats not only ensures that they lead a healthy life, with almost half of UK cats overweight.
Reduced weight can also reduce pressure on their joints and aid mobility as they age. Understanding your cat’s nutritional…
Top tips for cat health
Cat articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthMaintaining cat health is essential to ensure they lead a long and happy life. As a cat owner you will understand your cat’s needs and behaviour and come to recognise if they are not themselves.
Cats can be very independent, but also make…
Top tips to manage urinary tract health in cats
Cat articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet health, Urinary tract healthUrinary tract health in cats is a common reason for pet owners to visit the vets. Changes in a pet's routine or environment can lead to stress. This could include, moving home, car travel, inter-cat conflict, new family arrivals or pets, lack…